They have to go home sometime . . .

Sadly, it means they are leaving on Monday.
(So I am writing this post today before my breakdown at the airport)

We have had the best live in help for the past month. My mom came and took over all of the day to day tasks so that I could concentrate on feeding a baby and sleeping. She made every breakfast so that I could sleep a little longer. She played games, did crafts, and read story after story to the two older siblings. Did I mention that I have not done any laundry in 4 weeks? Highlight was when Addy would sneak into my mom's room and say, "Boo!" in the mornings.

In addition to all of the day to day activities she completely redid my living room. (Pictures to come) She sewed 6 roman shades, made 4 valences, recovered a rocking chair, recovered two bean bag chairs, helped pick out 3 rugs and a table, made 3 throw pillows, made Addy's zebra chair, and designed my mantle.

When my dad arrived last week, he went right to work on a to do list and so now I have vent covers that fit in my dining room, pictures hung on my walls and valences and Roman shades installed. Plus, the kids are now all reacquainted with the fun that is grandpa. He's read stories, did puzzles, played spider and gave free spats. Favorite memory was when he was trying to tell Addy that her sister was named Eleanor. Addy's response was, "No she's Baby Ella."


Come again anytime.
I promise we will have fun and not make you work so hard next time.

We love you and can't thank you enough!