Julie, Glad Maddy's ear is doing better. That is too funny that the doctor told you about that mixture. My mom has been using that since we were tiny little ones! Its been around forever! It works wonders! Even now as adults, we use it everytime we go swimming and we have water stuck in our ears. Bad side effect though is that you smell like a salad! ;) That is going to be too fun to go camping. We were going to go for labor day, but being it is so hot here, I decided to get a hotel. I figured it would be better for little Ryan! Take lots of pictures of your trip! Have a great time! -stacey ~ bhp/winsteads Aug 08 2007
We are starting to pack as well... there are little piles all over the place. I think Rachel has about three times as much stuff as the rest of us because I just have no idea what she's really going to need. I'm really excited!
Lord willing, we are shooting for getting pregnant again sometime between February and June 2008. It really depends on how quickly I get back into shape, but it's good motivation to get working.
Love you! See you soon! -Michele ~ bhp/themclaughlinfamily Aug 08 2007
Grrrrr, I just wrote out a big post and something happened to it between my house and yours! Let me try again!!
It was great talking to you today too! We'll have to do that more often.
Hope Maddy's ears feel better. I've never heard of vinegar and alcohol for the ears. Is that equal parts? Please share that recipe when you get back!
Enjoy your weekend get-away! You're braver than we are! We enjoy tent camping with our kids too but we haven't gone further than our backyard! Jesse just doesn't like to settle down and go to sleep. Last time I had to bring him back into the house until he fell asleep and then I brought him back out into the tent! Hope your kids do better. I'm sure you'll have a blast. Take lots of pictures ;)
Have a great rest of the week. Talk to you soon! Love ya, Kristin a.k.a. bhpbff ;) - Aug 08 2007
Thank you so much for everything. Your kind thoughts and well wishes have meant the world to us!!
-The Millers (millerbaby.net and KaitlynReagan.com) Aug 07 2007
Cute B-day pics for Deb, I forwarded your sight to her and told her to go to pics. Let\'s see what happens. Love you tons, -Mom Aug 05 2007
What is this business of moving to NY? I'm with Tina on this one! Monday Denny's nights might be a little difficult... I guess we could still meet in the middle, say in Kansas? Hollywood sure is a lot easier. =)
Thanks for the work that you did on our site! It looks great! I either need to hire you permanently, or I will have to learn to update the site on the own. I need a tutorial because I am "computer challenged" when it comes to websites. I just got the hang of uploading the pictures from the camera and adding them to the site.
Have a great week! Five more days and counting... -Michele - bhp/themclaughlinfamily Aug 05 2007
Jules, So how much has Christian convinced you to move to NY. Remember that if you move there; 3 things... #1 You will have LOTS of snow (Yikes FREEEZing temps) and #2 Southern California BHP playdates will be out, and #3 What FAMILY will you have.... NONE!! :o) -Tina Aug 04 2007
Wow looks like the BHP date was fun!! No, I've never read babywise or anything like it. I've never had such an early sleeper but I spoke too soon anyway. Now he sleeps for a 5 hr stretch (but at least consistently). We will probably have more children too. We just take it one at a time. TTYL, -Crystal & the Bierer Squad Aug 04 2007
Jules, your playdate must have been a blast! That place looked like so much fun... How are you doing on maternity clothes? I found another skirt... I think it's for 0-6 months, but if you want to use it, let me know. Say 'hi' to Christian and the kids for me! Love you!
-Michele - bhp/themclaughlinfamily Aug 03 2007
Julie~ You are cracking me up!! Your message made me laugh! If I was pregnant, I might have even wet my pants!! I'm only going to be in CA (Healdsburg) for a very short weekend!! I won't even have a car!! That would be awesome to be able to meet in person though, but I don't know if I would be able to swing it. We have plenty of time to figure it all out though... I'll keep my fingers crossed that there might be a way!
Have things settled down a bit at your house now that VBS is over? When does school start for you?
I've been MIA on bhp's because I've been working on setting up a website for our 20th class reunion next summer. Where the heck does the time go?
Hope you're having a good week. Talk to you soon! Kristin
- Aug 03 2007
Jules, it was fun seeing you and the babies - it's been a long time since we went shopping. It was fun to watch 3 kids trying to cram there way into one regular sized dressing room with mom! How is it going to be with 4? Maddy has quite a sense of fashion. She likes and looks good in pink like her Tete. I went back to buy the sweater top she admired and told me to buy. Emma is fun and sweet as always, and Landon is AWESOME. He can make anyone laugh. My little "transformer" nephew. He da best! My tootsie is doing soooo much better. I can now where a splint and I can start working out more. Hope to see you all soon. It was fun! Hugs & kisses, Tete xoxo -Montse a.k.a. Auntie Tete Aug 02 2007
Are you trying to scare me off with 60's weather in January? That would be a heat wave in January here!! How about you come HERE in January?? Ever felt the below freezing cold weather? The kids would have a blast in the snow!!
I'll be in Northern California in March, but only for the weekend, and without kids!! Sigh... maybe someday I'll get to play too!!
Hope you're having a good, relaxing week! Love, Kristin
-bhp/schauers Aug 01 2007
Julie, Glad the Playdate went well. Looks like it was a blast. I am with Kristin on this one. When are ya'll making it to the mid-west. That would be great! Well take care, and have a great week! -Stacey bhp/winsteads Jul 31 2007
Yay we did it !! We had our first offical BHP playdate. What a blast the kids had and they too keep asking when we can do it again! It was so great to finally meet you all and now looking at the kids I can see personalities with thier pics! You and your sister are too sweet for words. I always love when I meet new freinds and especially ones as great as you all and with so much in common! When is the next one we need to get plannin' I can't wait!!! Next time hopefully my little ones wont be so crabby lol! Lots of love to you all! Give those cute kiddos big big hugs! -Jamie and Family Jul 30 2007
Hi Juile....
I was so happy to finally meet you all. Landon is soo handsome and both Maddy and Emma are just beautiful. Emily really enjoyed playing with your girls. GiGi has ear drops in her ears now and hopefully everything will be ok from this point on. Next I promise we will get to sit down and talk more. Like Jamie said we will head out to your area for our next play date.
Enjoy the rest of of your week!
Hugs,
-Tina Jul 30 2007
Looks like you all had a great time on your bhp playdate!! Loved all the pictures!! I was with you guys in spirit!! Thought about everyone all day and couldn't wait to see some pictures!! Since you guys are planning one closer to your house, does that mean you're going to make your way around to everyone's? Hope you can fit that in before little Miss Ava arrives!! When are you coming to the midwest?? Lots of love, Kristin -bhp/schauers Jul 30 2007
Hey Julie!!!! I just got off the phone with Tina, sounds like you guys had a fun time hangin' out today, I wish I could have been there... today is my FIRST day back to work and I miss my babies so much!
Ooooh and I'm sorry I hadn't replied to you sooner about the headbows, Tina was right, I got those big ones at Walmart... You gotta get some for Ava... Awww, I love her name, Ava Claire... just adorable!
Take Care! -Terresa - www.babyhomepages.net/ourfirstbaby Jul 30 2007
Hey there lady, Hope all is going well, and that you are feeling marvelous. Just wanted to say HAVE FUN TODAY at the BHP get together. Sure do wish that I was closer and could make it as well! Let all of us others that can't make the big event know how it goes :) Take lots of pictures. -stacey ~ bhp/winsteads Jul 30 2007
Hi Jules! It was great to see Tams. She is doing really well. She's engaged to Daniel now and they have set the date for 2009, I can't remember the exact date...
I love the name Eva Claire! It's adorable! I'm hoping that she's born on the 1st, because that's the b-day of someone special I know... ha ha!
That's okay about not meeting this Tuesday. We will have plenty of time to hang out in two weeks... I'm so excited! We will see you soon! We love you guys! -Michele - bhp / themclaughlinfamily Jul 28 2007
Hi Julie
Yes I'm excited that it's longer because I want my little girl to come when she's ready not when some dr. says so. If she comes when she's ready then I know for sure she's ready. My due date has been moved from August 21 to the 13 and then finally to the 28th from ultrasounds. Saves us all a bunch of health issues later. Plus I was not relishing the thought of recovering from another C-SEC. But they're only letting me try so much. The possibility of a C-SEC still looms.
Ahren was a 39 weeker on the dot. so I'm not too worried about being overdue- haha but you never know.
Only a few more days to your playdate. So jealous. Talk to you soon and htanks for the birthday wish. -Rondha Jul 28 2007
I love the bathtub pictures!! My kids still love to take baths together, but are a bit too big to post pictures of all of them. Maybe I can get them strategically placed like yours are!!
How awesome that you can feel Ava everyday now. I remember how excited the kids were when they could feel movement too! I just loved feeling Rebecca's butt way up high, or the occasional foot or elbow that would slowly go across!! I'd lay in bed every night and watch my stomach dance!! I loved it! You know, four kids later one would think I got my fill, but I really miss those times!! Cherish every moment!!
Hope you're feeling good! I miss hearing from you!! Take care and give the kids some hugs and kisses from us!! Much love, Kristin
- Jul 27 2007
Hi Julie!
Boy were have I been....Poor little Landon, glad to see and hear he is well. What a tough little guy. GiGi is going to love him! Only a couple of days left till our play date.....I am excited to meet you all!
Have a good weekend and see you Monday!
Tina -bhp/babywiggins Jul 27 2007
Hi Julie, The pics of you and Landon in the ER hurt my mommy heart. But I'm so glad everything worked out in the end. I think that is why I watch Ahren like a hawk. I don't think my heart could take it. The new pics of them working out with Daddy is just too cute Yup the countdown is on to our princess- 20 days to go. Enjoy your BHP playdate. -Rondha and the gang. Jul 25 2007
Jules,
All the pix you have taken in the past couple days are great. VBS, Christian working out with the kids, and the bathtub pix. You should frame one of the tub time pix and hang it in the bathroom.
I am so excited to see you in just 6 days!!
Hugs and Kisses!
Tina -Your Favorite Sister :) Jul 24 2007
I have been so busy the past week and am just getting back to check out whats been going on. Looks like VBS was great! I'm glad it turned out so wonderfully. Poor little Landon. I am glad that it ended up being so simple to fix and made him feel better so quickly. Isn't it wonderful to feel Ava kicking! To me, that is the best part of the pregnancy...Other than delivering when you are rolling around at the end..haha! Well have a great week! -stacey ~ bhp/winsteads Jul 24 2007
It looks like VBS was so much fun!!!!! I wish I could have gone! I love you all! -jen Jul 23 2007
Hey! I was just thinking as I cleaned Kate's closet that I needed to send you some clothes for Ava... Yah for Christian and the diet!! How awesome is that???!!! Have fun on the BHP playdate.... -Jen Wilson Jul 23 2007
Ahh thanks for stopping by again ! Ya the pic i had done i atually hate lol! It looks better smaller but i will put it up it's just a proof i didnt buy any of them actually, we are going to have them re-done next weekend. As for visiting Rick i am so excited omg!! well he will have been out here to see the kids in Oct and most of dec so we figured a 3 days trip for just the 2 of us will be well deserved! We haven't been alone anywhere in almost 7 years ahhh!!! So i am soooooo looking foward to it. Tylie will be about 4 months old and will be staying with family it will be so hard for me to leave the kids but i know they will be in good hands. I believe if the military lets me fly there it's only a 2 or 3 day visit so it's short but just enough for me to get alone time with Rick I miss him so much these days have been so lonely without him ughhh! Can't wait till our playdate yay!!! See you in a week hee hee -Jamie Ward Jul 23 2007
I think we all love the fire truck picture. That really was too AWESOME. It should be the picture of the month. I know the girls and Landon must have been tickeled! It's good to see their lemonade enterprise does so well. You go girls!! Love you all, just 2 more days until I can bathe my tootsie. . stitches come out on Wed . . . no, I'm not scared. . .yes I am :/ ugh! -~ Auntie Tete ~ Jul 23 2007
OMG I am so glad to hear Landon is doing OK now. Thank God! I saw the pics first and said, OH NO...not ER PICS! Thank goodness everything is ok! I sure love you guys!!!! -Cheryl & fam Jul 22 2007
I am so happy to hear that Landon is doing better today. I am also happy to hear that you were able to get to go to VBS too.
I am so excited to see you in 10 days!! How exciting is that? -Your sissy~Tina Jul 20 2007
Ahh Mr. Landon i am so glad you are ok!! Poor guy! cant wait to see you all soon!!! 10 days woooh hooooo -Jamie Jul 20 2007
Ouch!! Poor Landon! The same thing happened this week to someone else I know!! Too weird. She is two and was fine minutes after hers was popped back into place too! It was hard to see the pained expressions on both of your faces in the ER pic's. Thank goodness it's an easy fix!
I meant to tell you that it was so cool that you snapped a picture of the fire fighters stopping for Lemonade. Does it get any better than that? The kids must have been thrilled!!
Thank you for the sweet words you left me!! They put a big smile on my face!!
Have a great weekend!! Much love, Kristin
-bhp/schauers Jul 20 2007
Julie- Haden had the same thing as Landon last year. It was awful to watch them pop it back in but instantly he was better! Amazing!! I loved your belly pic in the red dress. So cute!! Have a good weekend... -Jen Wilson Jul 20 2007
Wow I can't believe you are already half way. I guess that means I am really close to being done. Good luck with VBS this week. Way to go Christian! 20 pounds is awesome! In no time you won't be able to be a part of the fat pack. I hope to see you soon. -Karin Herman Jul 19 2007
Hi sweetie, it was so cool to be in Oregon (in a quilt shop) and get our baby girls name. I love it. I am so proud of Christian and his weight loss. We all know how hard that is. A marathon how cool is that??? I am happy he is taking such good care of himself and of the father of four of my grandbabies. You go boy!!! Oh one more thing, how CUTE that the firemen stopped, that was probably very impressive to the girls. Very cool. Love you tons and tons, -Mom Jul 18 2007
Hi Family, Auntie Tete here. . it feels like forever since I've seen all of you. I'm here at my parents recovering slowly but surely. Thank goodness for this website where I can keep in touch, because otherwise it would be carrier pigeon - ha, ha. Anyways, the pics are great as always. The kids are growing up so fast. I hope to see all of you soon. Glad to know you had a nice anniversary. Hugs & Kisses. Tete. ps - stitches come out next Wednesday . .wish me luck! :/ -Montse - Auntie Tete Jul 18 2007
Hi! The kids are absolutely adorable, and Ava Claire is a beautiful name! How'd your husband decide on such a pretty one? Gosh, you should've heard some of the names mine came up with when I was pregnant. Hah! I have to go through with it, so I get to make the better choice thank you! He did a good job! I will definitely be checking back in once in awhile....take care! ~Maile -bhp/kekoalagapa-barcinas Jul 18 2007
Wow, ask and you shall receive... Thanks for the updates!! Julie, you look fantastic! Can't believe you're half way done already! This pregnancy is going SO quick (for me) considering I knew from the very beginning.
Congrats on the weight loss Christian! You look great too. Send some secrets this way!!
156 children for VBS? That is amazing!! No wonder you've been a bit busy planning!! Unfortunately, our church has stopped having VBS because there aren't enough children to run the program. I can't tell you how sad that makes me. Hope you all are having a blast!! I miss the music the most...
Thanks for all the updates! I love the picture of the girls ready for the fireworks, and the close-up of Landon. He is such a honey!!
Keep in touch! Lots of love, Kristin
- Jul 18 2007
Julie & Christian,
What a beautiful name for another beautiful baby! Sounds so sophicated and suits her just fine! Also congratulations on 10 years together! That is absolutely wonderful!
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