Parenting Quadruplets Everyday Adventures with Extraordinary Boys,
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It’s always hard to put into words what the annual St. Vincent’s NICU Reunion Picnic means to us. I’ve attempted for the last four years, but it always feels inadequate. Sure, St. V’s knows how to throw a great summer party in the park with games, bounce houses, a petting zoo, snacks, train rides, etc. However, [...]
This post is in: multiple births, multiples, NICU, photography, quadruplets, St. Vincent, summer
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Dearest Summer, We are getting every last drip out of you. The warm sunshine you offer will soon fade into cloudy frigid days, and we’re bound and determined to enjoy you for all you are worth! Unplanned trips to the zoo and splash park – you betcha! Returning to the Indiana State Fair for one [...]
This post is in: family, photography, quadruplets, summer
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We had an awesome time camping last week, thanks to your advice and suggestions on surviving our first camping adventure. Our boys were thoroughly entertained by the great outdoors, and we never heard a complaint on being bored or wanting to go home. Next time they said they want to camp for 5 weeks…not sure [...]
This post is in: adventures, camping, family, outdoor fun, quadruplets, summer
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Fresh Air + Running In the Woods + S’mores Sugar Crash = 4 Peaceful Sleeping Campers It doesn’t get much sweeter than that. More camping tales to follow as soon as I get some laundry caught up… =)
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As our Indiana Summer threatens to come to a close, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for this season of life we are experiencing. Although this summer has had its share of trials, there have been numerous blessings. God has provided for us, and lavished His mercy and grace upon us in ways we do not deserve. [...]
This post is in: life, summer, thankfulness
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Source: etsy.com via sweetwater on Pinterest As soon as these 90 degree days let up, we are going to try out CAMPING WITH 4 FOUR YEAR OLDS! Call us crazy, but you all know that we’ve already went way off the deep end of all things sane. After having 20 years of great family [...]
This post is in: adventures, advice, family, outdoor fun, summer
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The first “twinzies” (Clark and Brooks) have completed their swim lessons, and the other set start this week. It went WAY better than I could have imagined. The only tears were the ones that came when we told them they had to get OUT of the pool! In 6 short sessions, Clark and Brooks can [...]
This post is in: milestones, quadruplets, summer
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Recently Jen showed me something on Pinterest that really got my attention. You see, its been very hot and dry for Indiana this past month, and we were looking for new ways to allow the boys to play outside in the water. I personally thought this idea for a homemade sprinkler made out of PVC [...]
This post is in: boys will be boys, Brad, outdoor fun, photography, summer
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(Post by: Brad) I love being a Dad… When Jen was in the early days of her quadruplet pregnancy, my mind was always racing about what my new life was going to look like. There was always the nagging concern our children would not survive the pregnancy at all, but beyond that, I had many [...]
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Our little square foot garden is producing an abundance of cucumbers, along with other produce that I will update you on soon. Although I love munching on a raw cucumber, sometimes you have to dress them up a little. I love this Creamy Cucumber Salad recipe for just that – It’s creamy, refreshing, and flavorful! [...]
This post is in: food, gardening, healthy, recipes, square foot gardening, summer
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