Summer 2012

Mya finished daycare in June and was awarded the Principals Award. We are proud of her as all teachers agreed that she was the most helpful with Teachers and other students.  She excelled in all areas. 

In July we headed for a 10 day trip to Manitoba and Saskatchewan.  We packed up and only had 6 pieces of luggage/carseats.  With 2 cabs, we headed to the Airport.  We always use a porter as it just makes life easier.  Kids were great on the plane as it's only a 2.5 hour flight.  But then back into the car and 3 hour drive to Rivers, Manitoba.  Thanks to Ward, our lifesaver, who met us with a cooler full of snacks, sandwiches, fruit and drinks.  We spent time in Birtle with Cathy (Neil's mom), Ward, Myles, Lori, Doug, Liz, Aunts and all of neices and nephews.  Neil and I even got out for a round of golf; thanks to Danica and Lori (thanks guys).  We experienced high 30's weather and a day or two of light rain.  Neil's buddy lives in Warman, Saskatchewan and went to visit for a few days.  That was our longest drive 5 hours.  Kids complained a little but I cannot blame them as I did a little too.  When traveling with our boys, snacks are the key.  We estimate that we did about 20 hours of driving.  We estimate that we did about 20 hours of driving.  We stayed in 4 different places so by the time we got back, we were all exhausted, SOOO glad to be home.  

Mya is 'off ' for the summer and spending time with Neil. She's our stellar helper with the boys.  She's so awesome.  When the boys are fighting over a toy, she'll bring one to offer one of them and it always works.  They love her and are always hugging and kissing her.  The boys have developed very distinct personalities.  I always say, Chase is the giver and Eli is ok with that.  Eli is the one who's more demanding and taker.  Whereas Chase is the one who likes to give things to Eli.  When Eli is crying because he fell, Chase will bring him something or try to comfort him.  But overall, the boys get along quite well.  One night about a month ago, it was late, around 10pm and they were in bed and laughing so loud.  I walked in and both were giggling, they had their hands out tickling each others palms.  I was upset that they weren't asleep yet but was so touched at how cute they are.  But I still laid down the law and told them to go to sleep. 

With Mya and the twins, I've kept a pretty tight ship.  Boys go down at 8pm, whether they go straight to sleep or not they go down.  Most times, they'll be asleep within 30 mins.  They sleep usually until 12-13 hours, they nap for 2-3 hours in the afternoon.  Our daily nap routine includes the whole family (except me during the week).  It's quiet time from approx 1-5pm each day.  Mya is slowly phasing out the nap as she'll be in full day kindergarten soon.  But might need a little nap after school, we'll see.  But boys do everything together, I want them to have a very strong bond.  So we've kept them on the same schedule from day one.  Both are good eaters but Eli can be picky.  Chase is a protein lover, where Eli - not as much.  The quantity of food they eat is a lot.  I'm happy that all of the kids are good eaters and better sleepers. 

So the summer is almost over and before you know it Halloween and Christmas will be here.  We are always so thankful everyone is healthy and happy. 

Mya's birthday post to follow soon.