The Haar family had an amazing 2011. We had our ups and downs, but I could not have asked for more. Highlights from 2011 were Ellie being born, Moving to the house, and the start of a more healthy lifestyle.
Ellie has been a big adventure for us, who knew adding one more would shake up the world so much. She finished her therapy well, and should have no lasting effects. Ellie is beginning to move around, and can be found stuck under the coffee table. She loves to watch her big sister run and play. She has her own way of telling Emma I am watching you. Ellie squeals with delight, and almost bounces off your knee. I enjoy her cuddles and smiles. The girls are so different. When Emma was this age she was loveable but much more interested in doing her own thing. Ellie just wants to be held and loved on. Her first words were Dada and she is working on others. Everyone who sees the girls say they look so much alike. I can't wait to see what Ellie does next.
Emma is always learning new things. She surprises Josh and I with new phrases and actions. My current favorite is "I win, you lose, game over." She is sassy, but sometimes I just have to laugh. She has a wonderful sense of humor. We have our difficult days where she learns consequences, but the next day she is super sweet. Emma enjoys being a big sister and helps out all the time. I know she can't wait to have someone to play with in her backyard. Emma is helpful in other areas of the house too. She likes to help with dishes, laundry and cleaning her room. Emma is ready for the next few years saying she will get her back pack and ride the bus to school.
Josh and I are focused on being better versions of ourselves. We continue to eat healthier and workout. This month we are playing a weight loss game, and the winner chooses where we go on vacation. It should be a fun competition. We got settled into the house and had a very nice Christmas at home. I can see now that I have more room for decorations! Josh has expanded his home brewing out in the garage to include kegging. He enjoys collecting beer and sampling with friends. We set up a craft area in the living room that holds my sewing machine and cricut. I enjoy getting crafty when possible. My latest craft was wine cork Christmas trees. I enjoyed making them and didn't have to drink any wine! I also used some of the bows, beads, and ribbon that I received from my Aunt D'ann. I like going through the boxes to see what I can do next. We continue to stay busy juggling work, the girls, and life in general. Josh still works 4 10 hour days at Central Market, so he can watch Emma and Ellie Tuesday through Thursday. The girls stay with their Aunt T and Angelica on Mondays and Fridays. Then I have them on the weekend. It is a sacrifice to not have a day off with Josh, but it is worth it. We look forward to 2012 and all that it has in store for us.
Hope you all are having a great new year as well. Love- The Haars
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