Sad Face

Jairus and I took Tim to the airport this morning. SUCK. I didn't cry, which surprised me because I usually turn into a sobbing mess. I suppose I have more important things to worry about besides crying. It is definitely different this time- it is harder. Preparing for his departure I said how it must suck being a single parent!! And I only work three days a week, and my mortgage, groceries, and all that is taken care of. It has been stressful for me arranging childcare on those few days I work, I couldn't imagine what it is like for parents who have to worry about child care all the time. Luckily for me I am blessed with an amazing family and awesome friends, so I think taking care of childcare will be easier than I imagined.

Our good friend Pat works for FPS and Tim really REALLY wants a job working for him. Hopefully Tim will get is resume' in soon. They are hiring right now, and I know Tim would be a perfect candidate. Please pray for favor for Tim with finding outside employment when he gets out of the military.

Other than that, we are doing well. Work and being home keeps me pretty busy, I can't even imagine what it will be like when we decide to have another baby! Jairus is getting so fast, I can hardly keep up with him. Naps are good for him and for me! Anyway, thank you for stopping in to check on our family, any prayers you have for us are well appreciated. Keep Tim in your prayers, I know leaving his son is harder than he lets on. We love you!

Hanging out in the recliner

The man of the house! Where is his remote???

Art time

Coloring and painting is one of his favorite activities. I really like the chalk. Easy to clean and if he eats the chalk, it has calcium.















Here he is coloring with ERASEABLE crayons from Sam, Jeremy and the girls. Another favorite of mine. What will those folks at Crayola think up next?

















This is a little messier... Okay a lot. but it is so much fun! I love watching him check out all the colors and mush them together. These are washable too, so no permanent harm done. Another gift from Auntie Sam, Uncle Jeremy and the girls.

Love his face. But when do they stop eating things that are not food?

Messy Face!

I am usually not one to let Jairus eat junk. But it was Chistmas time and we all were. I don't think I could ever get sick of taking pictures of his messy face.

Christmas

What an awesome holiday we had this year. Christmas Eve was spent with Tim's side of the family. It was so much fun to enjoy time with family over a couple Yueltide beverages. The kids have grown so much, and opening presents this year was complete chaos! I didn't have time to thank much less see who got Jairus what. All in all it was a great day. Christmas Day was spent with my mom and brother. Very low key and relaxing. Tim made a great spiral ham, and all the trimmings. Thank you to every one who thought of us this Christmas! We love you..

Jairus in his new recliner from is Grammy.

Presents on his table from Grandma and PaPa Charbonneau

Assistance from Uncle James

He has it!

New Leggo set. It looks familiar... He played with it before I wrapped it.

sporting the reindeer antlers.