Did you notice?

I don't know how many people are actually reading or checking back on any sort of regular basis, but if you are reading, then perhaps you noticed that it's been awhile since my last update.

We've been getting the journalism program going and I'd say it's pretty close to being in full swing. We're still waiting on a few things to fall into place so that we can do all of the things we hope to do with the program, but students are getting involved, writing stories, taking photographs and sharing some great ideas. Our February edition of the paper featured some of their stories and we hope to feature even more plus photos in the next edition. Connor has had the chance to go with us a couple of times when we're teaching and the students all seem to like him. He, of course, loves being around people.

Speaking of Connor, he had a wonderful visit with his great grandparents toward the end of February. He spent one day with nana, papa, Great Nana and Great Granddad and then we had another family visit before they left. He even got to play with cousin Emily which was great fun for both of them.

We are rapidly approaching two and the word terrible seems to naturally flow before one can say two. Whew! Some days he is just ON! It's hard to keep up and "no" is becoming a favorite word. We had a really rough start to the morning. I think perhaps he woke up earlier than he wanted/needed which was a factor, but we have not had a morning like today ever before. I hope we have a long time before we have another like it.

On a very positive note: he loves giving hugs and blowing kisses. In one of the happy moments of the morning, he looked at me, said "hi" and blew me LOTS of kisses. It was great. He also enjoys acting out one of his favorite stories as we read it. And he seems to have it very nearly completely memorized. He reads books every day. And we read together each night before bed. Our nighttime reading also includes reading from a couple of books of prayers. He can point to pictures of Jesus and say, "Jesus," and he seems very proud of this fact. He is also saying, "Amen" at the end of prayers now. I love it! No matter what, he brings me such joy.

He's been giving hugs and kisses to the new baby. He also plays peek-a-boo with my tummy which is rather funny. He says hi to the baby in my tummy also. It's so cute and I love sharing these more tender moments with him.

The pregnancy seems to still be going ok. I don't have another appointment until March 17, but I haven't had to make any unscheduled trips to the doctor's office in a month now which is nice. I'd say it's safe to call that improvement. =) I will be sure to update after my next appointment, of course. I think part of the reason there can be such a lapse between posts is that I'm only being seen every four to five weeks right now. I hope the doctor's schedule will actually allow for more frequent visits when the time comes.

I think I'll go ahead and end for now. I may come back later and add something. You never know. I may find that I've forgotten something worth mentioning.