Calvin

Calvin is growing up so quickly. Here he is reading at bedtime to all of us.

Calvin came downstairs this morning with his shoes ties - all on his own. We have been practicing but his is the first time he did not need any help. He was so proud.

Charles and Isaac

A quiet moment between big brother and baby brother.

Charles, Calvin Reading, and other cute photos

Happy Birthday Grandpa!

Charles - 4 months

Charles rolled over and then squirmed around to get his knees under himself.
This is an action shot.

I bought a Bumbo seat today. Charles loves to sit up and be in on the action.

Daddy time.

Playing and Sleeping

Charles really enjoys his swing and the toys on the tray.

sleepy boy taking a nap

looking at himself in the mirror

Honor

We have been talking quite a bit about honor lately. Honor in relationships, especially in our family. The working definition we have been using come from a wonderful parenting resource: Say Goodbye to Whining, Complaining, and Bad Attitudes in You and Your Kids by Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller.

Honor: Treating others as special. Doing more than what is expected. Having a good attitude.

One morning this week Calvin woke up, and before he even came downstairs, he got dressed, made up both bunk beds, and was planning to make up my bed (I had already done it). That night I asked him to set the table and he folded all of our napkins like boats and drew a heart on mine for an extra special surprise.