tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68727920703586608272024-03-21T21:44:33.847-04:00KunklebabyAfter the birth of my children, I could not find children's items out of the pastel range. I wanted vibrant, fun, unique and elegant. Many of my friends were starting families at the time too, and I was tired of having all the same clothes and accessories as them. Just because I had children didn't mean I was no longer stylish. I wanted to stand out and started creating my baby line then.Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.comBlogger485125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-79140495167507040412012-08-29T12:27:00.005-04:002012-08-29T12:28:23.523-04:00Back to school<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Back to school is upon us again. Even as I write this, it's with a heavy heart. I miss my kids! Almost a week in, and while it's been easier for me than last year. This will never be easy. It's this time of year I miss homeschooling the most. Unfortunately, it doesn't work out at this point with the needs of our family. Also, these children of mine are flourishing at school- they are learning lots & enjoy it! What more could I ask for.<br />
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Things have been quiet here for awhile. At first, it was due to soaking up every minute of time I could with all my kids home for the summer. In that time, I also realized I was taking a much needed break. A break from making things for selling, a break from vending at shows, all of it. I worked on only things for keeping- it's been <i>awhile</i>. A break from the blog, or just the idea I HAD things to do. I'm starting to miss this little space now, and while I often take little breaks, so far I have always found the desire to return. I just listen to the little voice that says move away, rest, return- a bit more these days.<br />
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Posts will still be a little sporadic for awhile. My beloved camera needs sent in for repairs. {Can you hear those sobs} I truly feel like a part of my arm has been lopped off. I so often reach for my camera in a day that removing the behavior has been so hard for me. I'm not going to lie, close to traumatic-as silly as it sounds. So if anyone is needing Kunklebaby products, head over to the shop!! Haha, now is the time to help out with the fix camera fund.Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-30010605549319435832012-07-31T14:44:00.000-04:002012-07-31T14:44:40.035-04:00Fair Days<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We got to spend the day at The Ohio State Fair yesterday. For the record, I LOVE the fair! I love all the animals, people watching, junk food I eat once a year, the smiles & squeals that come from my children. This year was extra special because it's the first year Baby {J} has really been into it. He's finally old enough to know whats up. He's watched the older kids ride the rides, eat the food and visit the animals in the past, but this year he was able to take part. He was in love with the pigs and worked up the courage to pet a few horses-very tentatively. He rode his first ride and pony.<br />
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Ice cream, cotton candy, funnel cakes and lemonades were had by all. I think everyone went home with belly aches last night- the good kind though. The kind that comes from too much junk food, but you don't even care cause it was so good and so fun eating it. It was a good day!Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-56478138144602975772012-07-29T21:49:00.002-04:002012-07-29T22:24:16.138-04:00Amazing<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This weekend was amazing. Just simple, casual time spent together as a family. Laughter, swimming, popcorn- good old American Summer Fun! <span style="background-color: white;">I feel like I really connected with the kids on so many levels. </span><span style="background-color: white;">My heart is full of love tonight, and swelling. As I kissed all four of their little heads goodnight, I couldn't help but want to wake them up, continue the weekend, so it would not end. It was a fleeting thought, but felt good. It feels good to be surrounded in so much joy. </span>Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-843862739471763762012-07-08T23:24:00.000-04:002012-07-08T23:24:15.828-04:00Summering<br />
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It's been quiet here at the blog this summer. It wasn't an intentional thing, it's grown more as a necessary thing I guess. With four little ones to entertain, feed, play with {and clean up after} this Mama is just tired. At the end of the day i have crawled in bed with some knitting or a book rather than head to the laptop. I compose witty, fun posts in my head some days. They never seem to make it the computer though. I have this weird problem of intending to spend 15 minutes on the computer and then find myself 2 hours later pouring over Etsy & catching up on blog reading. Only me?<br />
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I have been enjoying this calm, freedom that summer has afforded me. I always need a bit of a break this time of year. I hoping in the months to follow to get back on here daily though. I enjoy blogging and have started to miss it as of late. Hope all you readers are enjoying a relaxing, calm summer so far as well.<br />
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If you want to keep up with us a little more, I am on instagram now. Love some instant gratification! Come by and follow, you can find us with the same username- Kunklebaby. I'll leave you with a few pictures of our summer. Ohhh the fairy houses my children have been building. It's so magical & fun to watch them so involved in foraging and building from eldest, right down to the youngest.Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-41852269459573130632012-06-18T21:35:00.000-04:002012-06-18T21:35:33.536-04:00summer of 1964<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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So, not exactly 1964, but this photo totally reminds me of something that could have been taken then. The striped & polka dot swimsuits, children hanging out at the beach house, sunny, bright yellow paint... I can almost hear, The Doors playing on the radio when I look at this. Yes, I have a pretty avid imagination I guess for someone born in the 80's. I can continue dreaming of the 60's, though. It will never stop!</div>
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Summer is in full force here. The weather is beautiful, the kids have been out of school for a few weeks now. It's taken a little adjusting this year, to the new schedules and having to continue with speech & school for {L}, but I think we are getting there. I keep trying to remind myself, when the kids are all in my ear, bored, hungry or arguing--that this is hard for them too. Let's face it change is hard no matter how small or insignificant seeming. I should know, I am the queen of anxiety, over unstructured, change.<br />
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While each day hasn't been filled with rainbows and unicorns {yet-fingers crossed for <i><b>that </b></i>day}, we are enjoying each others company and getting back to the relaxing, feeling of release that summer brings. I hope another week or so and the older children will get back in the hang of being home all the time {ohh, how I miss homeschooling, right about now. There would have been no shift} This summer I am trying to let go a bit and give these two quickly growing up, children, a little more freedom and independence. I am working on speech and letters with the younger two over the next few months, waiting to see if {L} will be ready to enter school when he should. {It's the unknown and waiting that gets me}<br />
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Lots & lots of reading has been happening in our home for everyone. We removed the tv from our living room a few months back, and I couldn't be happier about the process. The first week was rough for everyone. Lots of whining, grumpy, children and I thought I might go mad from the complaints. Right when I thought this would never work, what was I thinking making life <i><b>harder</b></i> for myself, a change fluttered through the house. The kids were finding toys long forgotten. Reading way more than before {and they were big readers to begin with}, spending more time exploring in the yard and just plain relaxing. Rach day, they were missing that old tv, less & less. I think the shift helped Little {L} the most of all. I am a happy mama with our choice. Our home is not totally tv free, and Friday movie night has now taken on a while new meaning for the kids.<br />
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So as summer filters into our lives day by day this month, we will be enjoying the sun, working on a few relationships in the house, and trying to make everyday count to it's fullest.Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-39031294662379639402012-06-11T20:49:00.000-04:002012-06-11T20:49:49.919-04:00so little... so far<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In such a short time, this little guy has come so far. Two years ago he was unable to fully stick his tongue out. He was unable to speak 3/4 of all sounds and he was FRUSTRATED. It was so difficult to watch him act out aggressively due to that frustration. My heart would weep.<br />
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I can't help but smile at every single picture he sticks his tongue out in. He worked for this, he struggled & persevered just to be able to do that. The weeks and years has passed quickly since we started speech therapy. In that time my shy, little boy, longing to be heard and understood, has blossomed into such a talkative, deep thinking little man. Each day opening up more and more. I will forever be thankful for the women who have helped us along this path, and continue to help us week after week. These<a href="http://www.columbusspeech.org/"> wonderful people</a>, who sit with my child, and sing and play, while helping him, never judging or pushing too hard, have changed life for us.<br />
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So a little smile may cross my face, every time this child of mine sticks his tongue out at me. Four years old or forty four, with silliness or anger, it's all worth it kid! I can't wait to watch you grow some more tomorrow.Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-12246087832257710012012-06-04T14:12:00.000-04:002012-06-04T14:12:20.088-04:00ladybug release<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Over the weekend, we released 1,500 ladybugs into our gardens. Ladybugs eat aphids and save our veggies from the little invaders. When released at dusk, since they do not fly at night, they will remain on the plants, eating up the bad guys and laying eggs until morning. I looked around locally and could not find any sadly, so we resorted to ordering ours. I was a little worried about the shipping process, but they arrived happy & alive.<br />
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The kids LOVED it! Ok, I loved ot too! Even the littlest who is not a fan of any bugs so far! He was calling them to him, like you call a cat, Chuuu chuuuuu... here lalalaloo bug. It was awesome. Once the bag was open they were quick to try and make their escape. We needed them in three area's of the yard so we held the bag so it could be moved when needed. If you only had one area you could just lay the bag down and watch them crawl and fly out. The kids liked and were also creeped out at times, with the bugs crawling over their hands & wrists.<br />
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When the last ladybug has flown the coop, the kids moved on to building a grand, obstacle course. Complete with yard toys, random "not" kid things like the shovel, and some newspaper I had used earlier in the day to block spray paint. They savored every minute of being outside after their normal bedtimes. Running, giggling and enjoying the early eve. Littlest guy decided he was bored with older kids and set out to be naughty. See that mischievous little grin up there. I may be in trouble with this one. haha!<br />
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Summer has arrived for us!Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-62501390320152568172012-05-29T02:30:00.000-04:002012-05-29T02:30:03.160-04:00three more days.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Three more days of school left this year. Most likely three, hectic days left. Shuffling children to and from, trying to motivate those kids to get ready for the last few days- please guys you can muster the strength to wake up & get ready for school three more times? I know you can! Three days until I no longer have a second and first grader, but kids headed for 2nd & 3rd grades. However did they grow so fast?<br />
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I will share with some some captured moments from the last week. Little moments tucked away with just me and my amazing four year old. Moments enjoyed before I have a houseful again all day long and the baby's nap time needs shared with his two older siblings. I'm really looking forward to summer this year, but I have also savored all the special times I have gotten to share with my youngest boys lately. One on one with Baby {J} while {L} is at preschool a few hours a week-jogging, playing, laughing. Peaceful afternoons in the yard playing and tired snuggles while Baby {J} is sleeping.<br />
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The countdown to Summer has begun.... 3... 2.... 1.Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-89093103572327242022012-05-28T04:00:00.000-04:002012-05-28T04:00:06.427-04:00strawberry fields<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was reminded today of the need for rest. The need for play, adventure and fun. We spent the beginning of the day lounging around a messy house. The kids were cranky, Mom & Dad were cranky. It wasn't turning out to be a rather joyful or relaxing day. Mounds of laundry and dishes awaited us. I did what every Mom does at that point, and headed to the computer to read some blogs. {everyone does this right? haha}<br />
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A rather impromptu decision after reading <a href="http://honeyrunfarm.blogspot.com/2012/05/pick-your-own-in-pickaway-county.html">Honeyruns Farm's post</a> this afternoon, sent us out to the strawberry field & out for flowers. {Yes, hum the Beatles song in your head... now} Best decision of the day! After quickly loading some grumpy, arguing kids into the car, the family mood instantly lightened. That's the crazy thing about adventures with no rules or preconceived idea's about what's going to happen. I find, with no rules, we are never disappointing. Happiness is easy to achieve. After lots of mapquest and a few thanks for gps, we arrived. At the strawberry field, the children were delighted to find a toad, play with two giant, sweet as can be Great Danes, pick 9lbs of strawberries, and chug some lemonade after enduring the heat of the day. We ended with a quick stop for flowers, at the pick your own flower garden. The couple who owned the garden rode by on bikes, with friendly smiles & waves. It was delightful to see such a cute couple.<br />
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Riding home I was reminded of the reason I wanted a family to begin with. This was it, these were the moments I envisioned years ago. The laughter, car full of singing children, arm full of flowers and smiling Mama. I am living my dream, and feeling so blessed.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="text-align: right;">Berries are from </span><a href="http://www.wrightspickawayfarm.com/" style="text-align: right;">Wright's Pickaway Farm</a><span style="text-align: right;">. Flowers: </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Blossoms-at-the-Bend/150739461657422?sk=page_map" style="text-align: right;">Blossom on the Bend</a><span style="text-align: right;">.</span></span></div>Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-46599889360671526542012-05-27T13:30:00.000-04:002012-05-27T13:30:14.713-04:00Weekending, and a little mud.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I had plans of getting the last bit of the garden planted Saturday while the baby slept. {yes, the not really a "baby" anymore, but I can't stop calling "the baby", baby} It seems the kids had other plans. While I was finishing up the raised beds, the children played in the sprinkler-so I thought. What they were really doing was creating the mother of all mud pits. It's funny how kids can do things you don't even realize while they are 10 feet away. It started with a few mud pies, I heard that happening. Next the kids were a little messy. Next glance they were COVERED in mud. What does every mother do at that point? Grabs the camera!!<br />
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So much for my idea of planting. Even in the 90 degree heat, the mud never dried that day {or came close}. Was it worth putting off the planned gardening? OH YES! They were so silly, giggling and having such a great time. A little mud and laughter, never hurt anyone! If it meant I never get that plot planted, it would have been worth it. I'm off to finish planting, and maybe break out some spray paint today.<br />
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Oh Baby {J}, whenever I think of you the first thing that crosses my mind is pure love. You are THE sweetest boy. I am so madly in love with you. I'm enjoying the magic of watching you grow, explore and learn. You are an amazing, compassionate, smart boy for being so little still. You always seek to make others feel happy, whether with a hug or kiss, kind word or <strike>slap </strike>pat on the back, when you think we are choking {which is often}.<br />
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I love how your voice is so ridiculously deep for such a tiny guy. You give the best kisses, holding our faces so we are totally aware of you. As if we could not be. That mischievous spark that crosses your eye every once in a awhile, letting us know that you see EVERYTHING your siblings do... and you are going do it too. Right now my heart breaks when you miss your brothers and sister while they are away at school. I know I have said it a million times, but I love, love, love your curls. They slay me-- seriously! Thank you for being so wonderfully fun and kind hearted. Thank you for squealing in delight when you see me, even if I've only been gone for five minutes or ran out to the car to grab something.<br />
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Thank you for being you-- it's perfect!<br />
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Over the weekend, we celebrated the little guys in our house... or shall I say the not so little one's. Two and four now, not quite "really" big kids just yet, but definitively no longer babies! I couldn't be prouder of them both, but honestly, it was with a heavy heart as I watched my baby go from from one to two. Both in age and maturity. How can you suddenly be learning color and to count already? How did theses years pass so quickly? I want to hold onto every last bit of baby days. Every bit of baby fat and little chubby feet. Every goodnight story and eighteen kisses before they are ready for bed, moments.<br />
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I know far to well, this slippery slope. One to two today, tomorrow I will be pondering how he turned seven, eight, nine.... The days pass slowly sometimes, but the years in a flash. If I could just freeze them here for a little while longer, enjoying every little giggle and new delight in the world around them. Happy Birthday Boys! You are MY sunshine! I hope you both had a wonderful celebration.Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-74897162615593782792012-05-14T01:00:00.000-04:002012-05-14T01:00:06.073-04:00A few more<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A few more from our park trip yesterday. Ever notice how much better you can feel with just a little fresh air? It turns grumpy, sleepy babies into giggling, jumping bursts of happiness. It works on grumpy Mama's too. How quickly piles of laundry and to-do lists get forgotten when the rays of sun hit your face. The sound of my children's laughter as they dance through the bright blades of grass.<br />
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<br />Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-15522755608215763092012-05-13T22:33:00.002-04:002012-05-13T22:33:19.240-04:00Mama's Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As Mother's Day approached I had several things from childhood on my mind. Lately I've been reminded of how different my opinions have evolved over time, and the growth of my family. Nothing reoccurs more often lately, than the thought, "ooohhhh this is why my Mom was always annoyed about.... ". As a child I used to wonder what the big damn deal was with the laundry. Why was my mother always whining about it? I mean, seriously? You put clothes in a machine and then take them out-clean. The days of washboards and tubs is over! Now that I have my own brood of children to clean up after, I <i><u>completely</u></i> get it, Mom!<br />
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I never, ever got it until I was standing here in her shoes. Even as a young adult, I carried with me the idea that it was no big deal. Yeah, no big deal when all you are doing is your very own [minimal, one person] washing. Add 5 people to the mix and it's no so minimal anymore. With six people, the ratio of clean to dirty, folded to thrown in a basket & shoved in a room, isn't always in the favor I'd prefer.<br />
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Why can't kids seem to wear one outfit a day, or pick up THEIR dirty socks from the floor? Why can't they see it sucks to wash and FOLD 8,000 loads a week? Because plain and simple, they are kids. They will never get it and I now get that. I won't stop trying to have them to help out, but it's just part of childhood. The lovely selfishness that comes with it. The freedom to be who you are in the moment, good or bad. That in itself is amazing!<br />
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One day when they have their own little one's tossing shirts worn for five minutes into the basket, or better yet, a handful of clean clothes, that are then covered with <u>one</u> muddy, wet or otherwise gross item, thus rending everything <u>now</u> dirty, they will think to themselves. "Omg, Mom was totally right!" It makes me smile knowing, someday they will understand me, if not now. They will understand why sometimes, parents just need five minutes of QUIET on a car trip. Why we need kids to have a bedtime. Why we can't always do exactly what they want, all time. To my own mother--Thanks for putting up with me, Mom! To my own children. I love each & every one of you dearly! Thank you for keeping me on my toes & filling my days with laughter, sunshine, snuggles, and well lots & lots of laundry. Play on kids!<br />
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Happy Mother's Day to all the hardworking, Mama's out there!</div>
<br />Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-9209391945946040042012-05-09T01:00:00.000-04:002012-05-09T01:00:02.241-04:00Smile<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Hip Hip Hooray, it's Wednesday! I'm looking forward to a relaxing end of the week here. It seems this time every year the hustle & bustle starts to get to me. I want to be out in the sunshine, playing with my kids, with no daily to-do list. Ummm... well, that never "<i>actually"</i> happens. I do have four kids and a husband after all. I would need a nanny, cook and housekeeper, gardener to make that a reality, and then I'd be far too bored. </div>
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I do look forward to the simpler days ahead. The calmness and free rhythm that Summer brings. Having done both traditional public school and homeschool with the kids, I'm really starting to miss the homeschooling. I love, love, love their current school. Mostly I miss all the time together that homeschooling afforded us. Both methods have their good and bad qualities. No, there isn't a move back towards homeschool happening here, again. I'm looking forward to the freedom of summer. Long afternoons lying in the grass watching the clouds with the children, parks full of happy toddlers and their new puppies, tending the garden and watching the flowers grow and blossom. Sleeping in... please, just a couple times kids? </div>
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I'm feeling a little ho-hum and lackadaisical theses days. Just drifting through, not much inspiration to sew, or create <strike>or clean</strike>. Just looking ahead with a countdown flashing brightly in my eyes. Only a few more weeks. I feel like I am the one in school again, watching the clock tick away slower & slower at the last hour of the day. Freedom awaits us. Smile brightly. </div>
</div>Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-22384148807310493052012-05-07T00:30:00.000-04:002012-05-07T00:30:02.212-04:00New Quilt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A new quilt for my oldest. This was "supposed" be finished in time for Christmas. Better late than never I guess. Sometimes getting gifts just because on random days is better than a holiday anyways. A nice unexpected surprise upon returning home from school.<br />
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It's the perfect size to drag all aroundd the house wrapped on his shoulders, or a nice lap blanket while reading. It looks super cute laid across the center of his bed too. It has a nice mix of my favorites, and his favorite fabric prints. I love it for all it's colorful, crinkly goodness. I love him for his creative soul, quick whit, and determination.Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-24059380685582324542012-05-01T23:17:00.000-04:002012-05-01T23:22:52.794-04:00Welcome May<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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May is here! I'm so excited. May means, my baby will be turning two, school ends, and Farmer's Market season has begun. Yes! I'm not gonna lie, we go kinda crazy about the markets in my house. It's my goal to get as much as possible from local farmers and artisans- cause they are awesome! We eat so much cleaner when we can swing over to the weekend or mid-week market stop and pick up breakfast, lunch and dinner for a few days. No boxes, no processing- just yummy stuff made with warm sunshine. Last weekend was the first of the outdoor markets.<br />
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I was so silly excited, that we actually went to two. I HAD to go to the last winter indoor market to stock up with <a href="http://www.facebook.com/honeyrunfarm">Honeyrun Farms</a>, soap & raw honey. They have officially ruined bland, grocery store honey for me. As in, I don't think I can live without their Fall honey, now. Yummm! We add their bee pollen to smoothies, and honey to anything we can. I've used their baby soap on Baby{J}, almost his whole life and can't say enough good things about it. It works perfectly to keep his curls moisturized, but not weighted down too, without nasty chemicals touching his new skin.<br />
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Next, we were off to the very first outdoor market of season where we picked up some fresh eggs, organic potato's, radishes, delicious tomato's, a few plants for the upcoming planting weeks {I'm trying to pace myself}, worm casting for compost tea from <a href="http://www.facebook.com/One20Farm">One20Farms</a>, and Ohio Maple Syrup. I even got to use my new market basket {love}.<br />
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I love that my children are learning where their food comes from, while helping sustain the local economy and eating HEALTHY. It's a triple score. That said, every summer there are weeks that I wake up and don't feel like dragging along four kids through the busy market, but we do. There are weeks that I have to recite the benefits like a mantra in my head, just to keep from going insane as the children all dart in opposing directions at one. Overall those moments are fleeting and I am helping my kids gain knowledge, and life skills... totally worth it! <strike>even with the few short lived moments where I want to cry. </strike><br />
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It appears, as if overnight, my sweet, baby boy has grown up enough, to not need a crib. I'm still not really sure how he can be almost two already! The time seems to go faster & faster with each child as our family grows. I currently want to freeze everyone in place, so I can enjoy these ages just a "little" longer. So many things we think will <i>never</i> be forgotten, but they start to fade with time. The way one of the kids smiles at you with that mischievous twinkle in their eye each morning, a loved toy, favorite superhero traits, silly pronunciations, a funny joke told 80x a day. So perfect and seemingly solid in our minds, still they lose their potency with age. I guess I use photography and [this blog] to help remind me.<br />
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When the older two were little, I have every bit if their lives documented in photo's- favorite toy, bedrooms, play area's, bath time, lunches... on & on & on. I realized the other day that I have <i>less</i> of these kind of pictures for the little boys. So we snapped a few quick shots in their shared room. Little did I know at the time, it would be one of the last days, Baby {J} would be in the crib {officially}. Little monkey had started climbing out. The only thing holding back the transition was his Mama. It's hard letting go! At this point with the others, I would have had another bun in the oven and it was less sad for me. I'm having a hard time watching this one grow, knowing very well, he may be our last.<br />
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I definitively got my sewing mojo back. Hooray! I've been on <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Sewing-Boys-Projects-Handmade-Wardrobe/dp/0470949554">Sewing for Boys</a>, pattern kick. Have you seen that book? I <i><b>LOVE</b></i> it. So often the only patterns for little boys in books are pj pants and some random toys or accessories. A WHOLE book of boys clothing... unheard of! I think it's full of cute patterns not, not lots of repeats or filler. Very important when you have 3 sons and only 1 daughter.<br />
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I made 3 of these t-shirts the other day. Love this one! The main panel was made using a thrifted t-shirt. They are quick & easy to make. I had a little issue with the neckline at first. If you make these, MAKE sure you cut the fabric on the grainline as indicated for neck. Also, I had to cut a strip a bit longer so these fit over the boys heads. ** test the collar over their head before attaching it is key** I made the 4/5 for both. It fits my 4 year old snuggly, but not too tight. Looser on the almost two year old [I know, HOW can he be almost two already!] I think I prefer making 1 size up. The shirt will get a few years use then. How awesome is that for a $3 shirt!<br />
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The little shorts are also from the book. Easy, quick = perfect. I just want to say how much I ADORE the Little peeps line. Finally cut into this castle print. Also made a shirt with the coordinating king & queens fabric. adorable!<br />
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Man I love this kid!</div>Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-81598845786486750432012-04-20T00:00:00.000-04:002012-04-20T00:00:01.705-04:00What I see...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Here's what I see when I peek past the side of my sewing machine. Imagination always makes me smile, so brightly!</div>
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A new cousin joined the family last week. Super excited to meet him! Unfortunately, they are not in town, so I made this little sweater/shirt to send their way until I get to hold the little guy myself. <br />
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The pattern is from One yard Wonders. My "typical" newborn gift is the kimono top from Heather Ross's Weekend Sewing. I'm not crazy about the inside ties on that one though, and haven't remedied that yet. I wasn't so sure about this pattern because honestly, I don't really think the one in the book is "so" cute. It's the fabric & color choice, just not my style. I took a gamble because I liked the simple lines if the piece. I love it in this soft, flannel and neutral bias print. It was really quick to make {except making the bias tape. Didn't have any hanging around} If you used store bought bias it would be SUPER fast. I love it so much I wanted to make 5 more right away. Alas, I do not know five newborn sized babies, so I fought the urge.... hmmm, maybe I should have another one, just so I can dress him or her in these. {Here that sound, it's the sound of my husband fainting at the mere though}<br />
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I'm sewing again!! My lack of motivation has passed. It was a much needed break, but now that I'm back, i'm making up for lost time. haha. In a few shorts days, I made a dress, 2 stuffed toys, 3 shirts, a clutch, 2 pillows, custom Kunklebaby order, and some shorts. phew! This dress kicked off the sewing spree. It was a <strike>very late</strike> birthday gift for a family friend. Happy late birthday Ellie.<br />
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Lucky for me, I even had the right size model for it. Perfect print for a Fancy Nancy lover. I used to make this dress <span style="font-size: x-small;">[Sandi Henderson pattern]</span> for Miss {M} all the time. It was a little nostalgic using the same pattern pieces. I love this pattern! Really easy and it grows so well with the child- which means getting more for your money.Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-48921584962330281222012-04-17T00:30:00.000-04:002012-04-17T00:30:02.655-04:00Successful Day<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We had presents, a half eaten before frosted cake, and lots of handmade goodies. Add a few endless smiles, and it was a successful, happy day!Kunklebabyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08998669435717628223noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6872792070358660827.post-1780344335423867762012-04-16T00:03:00.000-04:002012-04-16T00:03:06.246-04:00Happy Birthday<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Happy Birthday Son! You are such a bright, energetic, sweet soul! You have taught me so much about patience, and kindness, in our four years together. The first moment I held you in my arms, I felt like I'd known you forever. I was so smitten with you as a baby, those amber, honey colored eyes and mischievous smirk. I couldn't take my eyes off you- watching you nurse, watching you sleep, just watching, and waiting to see who you'd be. What you would like, interests, dislikes. You <b><u>always</u></b> know what you want, typically running on extremes. Hot or cold, night or day- but on your terms.You struggled to be heard for years, and when you finally were, I was shocked at how much you had to say. The depth of your knowledge and thoughts was immense. How intrigued you were with us, and the world around you. Such deep, deep thoughts for a little, little boy.<br />
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I'm still watching, and waiting to see who you become tomorrow, and the day after. I'm proud to call you my son, and love you more as each day passes.<br />
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