This past weekend we did respite for two little brothers ages 1 & 2. It was a lot of fun but also a ton of work! Phew! Makes the twins feel easy. :) Regardless how overwhelming it was, it was fun to have them around and they wanted extra hugs and cuddles which are always a joy to give. Declan was in heaven playing with the boys and asks everyday when they are coming back. We don't know if/when they will. Still praying on that issue! 
Decs and "J" watching the iPad. A quick break from playing.
The boys got up in between 5:30 and 5:45 each morning. That's a far cry
from our 7:45/8am wake up call with Declan and the twins. Made for a
rough day. By the time 8am rolled around, we felt like we had been up
half the day. Is is nighttime in this pic? Nope. Just 5:30am....
All cozied up before bed. It's so strange to get a 1 and 2 year old and have no idea their routines. I handed each boy a blanket (Declan always has a blanket for watching shows and bedtime) and they gave me "what do we do with these" looks. Also, figuring out a 1 year old's bedtime rituals was interesting. I laid him sideways in my arms with a soft lovie and he clawed his way back upright. After a few different attempts at soothing techniques, he eventually settled down. The things we take for granted with our little one.
2 comments:
Wow! You had a houseful!!! All 4 of my kiddos were up at 5:40am on Friday- a snow day no less so I have an idea of what it's like- makes for a long day!!!
So proud of you guys! We just talked to our case worker about doing respite care while we wait the next additions to our family. It's such a great way to stay plugged in and be helpful :)
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