Update!

To say an update is overdue is an understatement! It's been a busy year for us but full of exciting growth. After a long and unpleasant pregnancy Samuel David was born May 6th. He was 9lb 6oz and it was a smooth and easy delivery. John and Sarah have made the transition to 3 kids in the house 

well and we have all settled into life as a family of 5. John is a big helper and loves taking care of his 

baby brother. He attends preschool a few hours in the mornings and has improved his writing and drawing skills a lot so far. He loves to read and practice his letters and words. Sarah is becoming quite the adorable little girl. She talks and talks! She loves to cuddle in bed and play chase and she can't get enough stuffed animals and dolls! Sammy is a smiley and active baby. He just turned 6 months old and is growing so fast. He has his first tooth in, eats lots of fruits and veggies and nurses well. He loves to be around people, especially his big brother and sister!

Steve and I are busy, happy parents. We are enjoying every moment with the kiddos and without them too when we get the chance!

2013 a year in review

When I think about how time flies I can only conclude that 2013 was on light speed setting.  While our life as a family of four got a little busier and a little more hectic, it also got a lot more fun.

Sarah had many firsts this year; first steps, first word (mama), first food (applesauce), first ear infection just after Xmas day and her 1st birthday.  She is a very happy and smiley girl who loves to cuddle and make people smile.

John is a growing and learning machine! He grew 3 1/2 inches in 2013 and will surly be passing me up by the time he reaches double digits. He can spell and write quite a few words and numbers, his name and age being his favorite of course.  He loves to ride his big wheel super fast and unless I really push myself he can out run me in any race.

The end of the year also marked the end of my 4th month of pregnancy with baby #3 and a rough few months it was.  Steve and I are excited for the newest addition to arrive in May and enjoying our sleep each night while we can!  It's hard for us to believe that John will be 4 in just a few months and are constantly reminded to enjoy every moment with each other and our rapidly growing and changing children.

Much overdue update!

 Sarah Marie was born November 21, 2012 was 9lbs 7oz, 22 inches long. She is a happy and beautiful baby who we all enjoy!

John is almost 3 and such fun. He talks so much and loves his fruits and home grown veggies. He is adjusting to life with a baby and doing so well, he will be a great big brother.

I am much overdue for an update! I have had technical difficulties posting a blog the last few times I tried and then baby Sarah came along and time just flies by. The Bremer family is doing well and happy to be a fam of four! Sarah is a mellow and happy girl, she smiles and giggles all the time. She has been sleeping through the night for 2 months now which is wonderful and she nurses well too. We had her 4 month check up today and she weighed in at 17lbs 7oz and 26 inches long.  Like her brother she is topping the charts for size! John had his 3 yr old check up last week and weighs 40lbs and is 40 inches tall. He is so active I don't know how he can keep any weight on but he manages to.  Steve and I are enjoying parenting and the many challenges and rewards it brings.

Making Summer

While most people associate summer time with vacations and relaxation it is one of my busiest times of the year.  I spend the majority of it working on and making things...a garden, a harvest, applesauce and lots and lots of jams and pickles.  This year I am happy to add to that list a baby girl!!! Sarah Marie is due November 14th and she is growing fast and healthy.  I suspected a girl this time around because it has been a very very different pregnancy.  I had no morning sickness the first trimester but was extremely tired and emotional so I figured they were girl symptoms :)  We are very excited about our coming addition. I posted a video of John saying he is having a sis on Facebook but am having difficulty getting it to load to the blog...sorry because it was really cute! I would guess he knows something is changing and mom is getting a big belly but he doesn't talk about having a baby or seem excited yet. Hopefully as it gets closer he will be ready.  John is a talking machine these days...sometimes we still can't tell what he is trying to say but he keeps trying to say it!  He loves swimming and playing in any kind of water so he is lucky to have grandmas and friends with pools nearby.  John is becoming more of a kid each week as he grows and develops likes/dislikes and opinions.  He can be very stubborn and wild like me but also has times of quiet concentration when he likes to be alone playing or doing his own thing like Steve. He eats fruits and veggies at all times of the day (celery for breakfast anyone?) and never wants to wear shoes or clothes for that matter.  He likes to cuddle on the couch and watch Curious George when he's tired but doesn't want help with anything...ever. I used to say "Myself!" as a toddler and John's mantra has become "Me do, no help!" I have to smile at that even when he's on the verge of a frustration breakdown because I figure it's all coming back around to me :)  I think Steve and I would agree in saying he is a very fun kid even when he is a challenge.

Spring into Springtime!

John enjoying a celery stick at 9am...he went into the fridge and picked it out himself!

Waving hello from his new playhouse

Happy Birthday to you!! Already a 2 year old.

Easter egg hunting with Payton...it was difficult to get them to put the eggs in the basket without opening them first.

John has had a busy April so far and we aren't even through the month yet! He had fun Easters at Payton's Friday night and at Gma Joan's Sunday. He loved finding eggs and opening them on the spot, spilling the contents in the grass, then going to find another one. The next big event was his birthday of course! We had a small family party Sunday night where John hit the mother-load for awesome presents...sandbox, playhouse, wheelbarrow, scooter, 4T clothes, puzzles, vacuums, race cars and more. I thought he would be overloaded with all the grown-ups and attention, since he and Payton were the only little ones there, but he was very social and playful all night. He even gave a hug to the gift giver after we opened each gift and ate some delicious ice cream cake (even though he doesn't like sweets that much). It was nice to see so many grand and great grand parents for John to know and love! He is a very lucky kid. Now he spends his sunny days enjoying his new and old toys every minute he can. We went to his 2-yr check up yesterday and the doc says John looks strong and healthy (which we already knew of course!). He weighs 35lbs and is exactly 3 feet tall which puts him in the 97% for size...where he's been since he was born! The doc contends that he is big but is not concerned about his weight or size since he has stayed in the same % since birth and will "just be a big boy". There was a shot in the leg but John was quick to recover and finish eating his beloved apple. A visit to the doc no longer wears him out or slows him down like when he was a baby...nothing really does come to think about it! He is super active and loves to showoff his speed and strength and will beam a coy smile to any lady we encounter during our errands and outings. I can't wait till it is warm enough to get this boy in the pool...he is going to be a great swimmer!

Winters Ending

John is now sleeping in a big boy bed!

Found a tractor at the park with his Grandma Debbie

Staying warm in Park City, UT

It's been a busy and enjoyable couple months since the last John blog. The holiday season was crazy and we haven't slowed down much since. I am subbing occasionally but like to spend my days with John...of course. He is getting so big...I thought the growth spurts kind of ended around this time but he keeps growing and growing. He moved out of his crib and into a bed last month. It took some time but he is doing pretty well now. He is perfecting his stalling techniques during nap and bedtime...more milk, more book, mama sit down. It's cute but something we are trying to get past. His vocab is increasing though he still doesn't say much unless he really wants to get his way! We traveled to Park City, UT with Grandma Debbie and Grandpa Doug for a week last month and John had a great time on the flights and with his grandparents for the week. Steve and I enjoyed snowboarding and a bit of relaxing as well. John wasn't sleeping well for about a week after we got home and he had a persistent runny nose and cough so we went to the doctors Tuesday and found out he has his first ear infection. He is still energized and playing all day which is great and since he started the meds is back to napping and sleeping through the night (mostly). One of John's favorite things to do these days is count his booboos for you, which he can kind of do. He's got 1 and 2 down and just this morning sounded like he got up to 6. His favorite song to sing is ABCs and wants to hear it over and over at bedtime. We are excited for Spring and warm weather and lots of naked pictures this summer!!

Winter...technically

Going in for a wet kiss!

The first week of January...85' and no reason to not get naked and play in the water like it's summertime

John cried till the end of the ride...then cried because he had to get off.

The view of the Charlie Brown show was much better from the bushes...why even install benches?

Too scared to see Snoopy alone but John was a trooper.

John's first theme park visit with friends from our Mom's group went as well as expected. He was intimidated by the rides and characters at first but did just fine when we could do things together. It was a beautiful day at Knotts Berry Farm...can't wait to go back when he's a little older and more willing to do the Camp Snoopy rides alone. We have had a really nice winter so far with little rain and lots of warm days to play outside. Today is a rainy day as I blog but John is finding lots of things to do inside...for now :). He is developing into a little man and growing nonstop. I feel like we can understand each other more each week. He has some words down and signs for things he doesn't say yet but he talks more than ever these days. He can be quite stubborn but since he inherited that wonderful trait from me I really can't complain! He tends to be a more serious kid but when he gets the giggles (usually from his Dada!) it sets us all laughing.