Tuesday, July 6, 2010

on cloud 8

When I first started this blog, I tried to think of a cute, clever name for it, and eventually came up with 'on cloud 8'.

For two reasons.

First, because our lives are not perfect. We're usually hanging out on cloud 8 instead of cloud 9.
Sometimes cloud 7 or 4 or 2, but usually cloud 8. And we like it here.

Second, although I liked to pretend that I was waffling about having a sixth baby, I really knew I would. I would get that feeling that someone was missing all the time. Like when I'd be leaving somewhere with all the kids & counting heads in the back of the Suburban, & it would feel like I didn't have everyone. Weird, I know. But it happened alot.

That doesn't happen anymore.

Probably because every seat in the Suburban is full!


So now we're a party of 8.

And we are truly on cloud 8, and loving it!


This little guy, I would have to say, out of all my boys, is the most enamored of his baby sister.

He's the first one to run to her & love on her when she fusses. And gets very distressed when she cries. He's so good with her & it is just the sweetest thing to watch.

I've been pleasantly surprised at how helpful the older kids have been with Caroline. I think I might even miss them when it's time to go back to school!

5 comments:

Natty by Design said...

I love your blog, Nicole. So sweet. I look up to you and hope my kids turn out to be as happy as yours seem.

Tracey said...

Adorable.

Katie said...

Loved this post!

Happy Belated Congratulations on the birth of your baby!

Best to you with your party of 8 for the rest of the summer!

Your blog always gives me the quick pick-me up to laugh, smile, relate, carry-on, and to enjoy all these adventures.

Heatherly said...

Um I don't want to be a blog creeper... Just wanted to tell you I loooove your blog. I love your take on life, family, pets and photography. You come off as perfectly imperfect and it's a refreshing awesome. Thank you.

Corrie said...

oh what a beautiful blog you have and what beautiful children!

I'm pregnant with number 4 and I'm already talking about number 5. Thankfully my hubby is one of 7 so he has no objections except to the nappies!!!! Strangers think I'm crazy but the people who know us think its great and that we make beautiful children!!

enjoy your newest addition

Corrie:)

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