One thing they have in common is my love for them!
Even before I was a parent, this subject has made its way into many conversations throughout my life. Comparing the first child, middle child and third child. I only have two (Thank goodness, it seems the middle one always gets the short end of the stick!) and there are some very big differences between my first and second that are shared with many other parents or siblings that have a first or second.
Comparison #1: My first one, Serophina, was always doing things ahead of schedule. One of the things that she did very well, very early …
When referring to babies I’ve often heard myself and others say “This is such a great age.” The truth is that it’s a great age at any age in my opinion!
When we first brought Saioa home from the hospital, it was such a wonderful time. She was so tiny and perfect and the most beautiful addition to our little family. To compliment her arrival even more, the weather was as gorgeous as could be. It was spring and I would sit out on the front porch every morning while Saioa slept in my arms. The newborn baby stage is magical in its own right.
Then at around three or four months, …
Isaak's Photoshoot
Do you ever wonder if the personality traits and interests your kids exhibit when they’re little will translate into what they become as an adult? I do. I think about it all the time. I think Jakob will become a Marine for sure. Kora I’m not completely sure yet, but I know she’ll be something that requires a TON of confidence. Miah is going to be into motor sports, something outdoorsy for sure. Gus is a little too small to tell just yet, but Isaak? Oh yes, I know what Isaak will be.
Isaak has a SMALL obsession with taking pictures and by small I …
