If I had to sum up 2012 in one word I would say it’s been a
“Trying” year. I think as a parent it’s been rough on me. I am still learning
as I go – as most first time parents do. I don’t know if having twins makes it
harder or if it would be just as hard with one child or two children at
different ages; that I will never know. It’s been tough, but we made it through
and I am determined to enjoy my life a little more in 2013. That’s my
resolution.
As a family we went through some changes this year. The boys
of course are another year older and with that comes lots of crying, whining,
screaming and temper tantrums. Eric changed jobs which is always stressful and
an adjustment for us, but I think it was more so this time because he was in
the middle of his semester at school, having to live without health insurance
and without a paycheck right when we needed it for Christmas. We made it through
like we always do though.
We took our first family vacation to Florida which was a
blast (especially with two 19 month olds!). Summer was a lot of fun with the
swing set, sandbox, trips to the park, splashing around in the kiddie pool and
walks around the neighborhood in the wagon. Alex and Evan turned two in July
with a Mickey Mouse themed Birthday party and we took a day trip to the
Columbus Zoo in Ohio.
Fall is always a lot of fun with our annual trip to the
Cider Mill, Halloween (the boys went as pumpkins) and cool crisp days. Alex and
Evan attend school once a week now (part of a special education program) and
they love it. Different toys and different people; plus they get to ride the
school bus home!
Christmas was fun this year with the boys. Evan had a blast
opening presents and Alex could play with the wrapping paper all day long. They
got a lot of really nice things from family and friends.
Evan is your typical two year old. He loves to get into
everything and anything. He is loud and determined and wants to do everything
himself. He has a mischevious look to him, but if you catch him at the right
time, he can melt your heart with his eyes and smile. He is also very smart.
Alex has come a long way this year. He has done close to 100
days of therapy this year. I didn’t realize how much he has done until I really
sat and thought about it. We are so proud of him and all the hard work he does.
We know it isn’t always fun but we know how important it is, that’s why we push
it. He still isn’t anywhere near walking. He rolls and can sit pretty well but
can’t get into that position without assistance. We are thankful to have use of
a stander for him and just three days ago he got his walker. The gait trainer
we have been waiting 8 months for finally came in. I think 2013 will be a great
year for Alex full of many more milestones and accomplishments. He has the best
smile and his super cuteness gets you every time!
Although it’s been a “trying” year and more stressful than
years past, I am thankful for everything that God has blessed me with – most importantly
my family. I wouldn’t be who I am or where I am today without them. I love them
all so very much.
Happy New Year to all of you and your families.
May 2013
bring hope, happiness and strength to all of us.
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