Catch Up Part 2.

1. Maleah has been taking naps every single day without any kind of fight. I have no idea what turned this around, beings she hasn't consistently napped for almost a year! This is so heavenly!

2. Carson is doing AWESOME. He has been so good and it's been an all around great experience having him! You can tell he is getting more comfortable here. He is exploring more (opening drawers, dumping laundry, etc.). He's also been more vocal and expressive. It's been fun to watch the girls with our little guest. Layla brought him a pot today, touched it very lightly and told him, "No touch...get owie." Well Layla, you DO listen!

3. A lot of questions came up with Grandpa's passing. Watching Maleah process everything was so interesting, and lightened things up a bit. When I explained to her that Grandpa is in heaven with Jesus, she went and got her nativity book. You could tell she was trying to piece things together. When my parents brought the girls to the visitation, Maleah came up to me and asked where Mary was. You know, Jesus' mommy, Mary. :)

4. Along with that, my parents were so wonderful and willing to help with the kids during all the funeral festivities. They were in the nursery at the church and watched a handful of kids, some who did NOT want to be there, and did so with a smile on their face. They are the best.

5. Let's be honest. One of the best parts of getting ready for a trip is planning the food and snacks! Maleah and I will be running into Parkersburg tonight to pick up juice boxes and lunchables. We are so excited for a few days of nothing but fun!