Let me preface this post by saying that I know it’s a bit late. The motto around our house these days is “some is better than none”, and instead of forgoing a winter post entirely, it’s simply going to be … Continue reading
Wintertime in Wisconsin
Category Archives: Parenting
August: 5 Months
Overnight, August has become a little charmer. He coos and giggles, smiles and watches. These little affirmations make Pete and me feel so good, and it’s incredibly rewarding to get these reactions from him. Our little man has been rolling … Continue reading
Newborn Reflections
When Pete and I found out we were pregnant with August, I asked myself, “How will this second child change our family dynamic? Will it be easier this time around, since we now know what to expect?” Although we’re still … Continue reading
August: 3 Months
Having children really does mark the passage of time unlike anything else. When Pete and I were preparing for our move to Wisconsin, we knew that this time period in our lives — changing jobs, giving birth to our second … Continue reading
Liesl: 18 Months
Well, Baby Girl won’t be the baby in the family for much longer. This will probably be the last “Liesl” post before Baby Boy is born! He’s due to arrive in three weeks, and I’m hoping he doesn’t take after … Continue reading
Liesl: 17 Months
In the past month, Liesl has started becoming much more vocal. It’s so fun watching her make sounds and try to say new words! She’s able to identify a dog, bird, bus, bunny, and her dada/mama. She’s recently started saying … Continue reading
Liesl: 16 Months
Little Liesl is really interested in books, reading, and crawling onto and into absolutely everything. She loves making funny faces and showing off her dimples. Although Pete and I like the beach, we’ve avoided it with Liesl mostly because of … Continue reading
Our Hawaiian Christmas
Merry Christmas from Hawaii! Before we went to Christmas mass, Liesl gave her mom snuggles and smiles. She saved her squirms and cries for her daddy. The only photo we got of the three of us in front of our … Continue reading
Parenting: First Year Reflections
This is a topic I’ve been thinking about quite a bit now that Pete and I are pregnant again with Baby Bier #2. I think it’s only natural to reflect on the past as we prepare for the future, and … Continue reading
Liesl: 14 Months
Well, time sure flies when you’re keeping busy and having fun, doesn’t it? It’s hard to believe that two months have gone by since Liesl’s first birthday in September! She’s 14 months old now, and here are some things we’ve … Continue reading
Mary + Pete 