I typically run a week to a week and a half behind on writing this blog. With the current state of things, being ten days behind means a whole lot has happened since the last blog. While I hate to short change any major event in our life, as this blog serves as a recording of the history of my little family, I will be brief so that I may cover all that is going on.
The day after Daniel's parents left, Shorna came to visit, We spent the days laughing, reminiscing, and soaking up time with the boys, while she and Jan spent the nights out at the casinos!
The three of us have traveled the world together, and always have a wonderful time.
Soon after Shorna left, Craig came through Vegas on his way home to Atlanta and stayed at Jan's Airbnb for a few days.
While Craig was here, Ryan, and Mary arrived too! My dad was supposed to come, but the Corona virus, or COVID-19. had become quite an issue in his area, so he canceled his trip.
Before Ryan and Mary arrived, COVID-19 was a growing concern and hand washing and extra care were recommended. In the days they were here, things quickly escalated. It became clear that everyone should be home and figuring out how to manage as schools, businesses, even churches began to close. Luckily, Ryan, Mary, and Jan were all able to find early flights home.
During the shorter than planned visit, we had a blast. Uncle Ryan and Aunt Mary doted on both boys and Nikolai was all smiles and giggles for meeting everyone. Jan took a video of Craig exclaiming, "He is just so smiley!" What a fabulous way for a baby to be described!
We celebrated Princess Zoey's EIGHTH birthday (how is that even possible?!) with a fabulous lunch at Wahoos. When we told them it was her birthday, they gave her a bandana, a chuck-it and a collapsible water bowl. It was really special. While we usually grill out for her birthday, with the scarcity of meat available and Daniel's crazy schedule, we skipped that this year.
The day after Daniel's parents left, Shorna came to visit, We spent the days laughing, reminiscing, and soaking up time with the boys, while she and Jan spent the nights out at the casinos!
Soon after Shorna left, Craig came through Vegas on his way home to Atlanta and stayed at Jan's Airbnb for a few days.
While Craig was here, Ryan, and Mary arrived too! My dad was supposed to come, but the Corona virus, or COVID-19. had become quite an issue in his area, so he canceled his trip.
Before Ryan and Mary arrived, COVID-19 was a growing concern and hand washing and extra care were recommended. In the days they were here, things quickly escalated. It became clear that everyone should be home and figuring out how to manage as schools, businesses, even churches began to close. Luckily, Ryan, Mary, and Jan were all able to find early flights home.
During the shorter than planned visit, we had a blast. Uncle Ryan and Aunt Mary doted on both boys and Nikolai was all smiles and giggles for meeting everyone. Jan took a video of Craig exclaiming, "He is just so smiley!" What a fabulous way for a baby to be described!
We celebrated Princess Zoey's EIGHTH birthday (how is that even possible?!) with a fabulous lunch at Wahoos. When we told them it was her birthday, they gave her a bandana, a chuck-it and a collapsible water bowl. It was really special. While we usually grill out for her birthday, with the scarcity of meat available and Daniel's crazy schedule, we skipped that this year.
While we wore green for St Patrick's day, it sure is different this year.
Alexander's school is open, being that it is a daycare, but we are keeping him home. We were told today to stop our neighborhood play dates despite it being groups of less than ten.
We have found fun things to do on day one, and are hoping and praying for patience and good memories over the next few weeks (or months) as our country tries to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Alexander broke a piece of his Pteranodon, so of course I super glued it to my finger.
Ouch
A look at our grocery shelves
We are stocked at least for the foreseeable future.
Sadly, my mom had to cancel her upcoming trip. She hasn't seen Nikolai since he was six weeks old. My heart is broken but I am hoping if we all take the proper precautions, hopefully we will be able to see all of our family before too long. Had we known how things were going to escalate, Ryan and Mary probably would not have made the trip, but I am so grateful that they had the chance to meet our sweet Nikolai.
Here's to health, everyone!
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