LIFE LATELY

We are finding our new normal with life in China.  We are still trying to balance learning all new systems and curriculum at work with raising two littles at home. We have met lots of younger families and love getting the kiddos all together.   Jess is busy collaborating with all the grades, publishing his book, and working on his business.  I'm busy grading, planning, and learning everything for third grade. Also, I've tried to get back into lettering and have met with some ladies for a Bible study on Tuesday nights. I took Elea into Hong Kong to get her 6 month vaccinations (almost 3 months late!) and felt super successful for getting there and back all alone. 

Superman wasn't done after Halloween, he loves wearing his cape and mask around the house. 

Elea trying out her first pair of shoes, courtesy of Tia Jen

Elea is growing and developing so fast.  She is pulling up on everything and showing her determination and will more and more. Tae love Elea, but doesn't always love that she gets picked up and held by mama. She is quick to "tackle" Tae and can put up with his roughhousing pretty well.  She definitely holds her own.  When she falls down Tae is quick to say, "Elea's tough."

Pre-headlock

And the fun has stopped

Pulling up on all the things

Tae found a new play area and quickly taught Elea

Who is Superman without a Wonder Woman.

How can I get to that camera and pull it down?

Here I come...

Speaking of growing, where did my little boy go?  He is so independent and amazes me every day with all the little things he remembers and can do.  He LOVES school (he actually cries on the weekends because he doesn't get to go!). He is so tenderhearted and thoughtful, especially to Elea. He is getting really good at sharing/taking turns. He says hello to everyone walking on the streets and tugs at my heart every night when he says his prayers. Some of his favorite things nowadays are Jonas, feeding the fish, reading his Sesame Street book, getting glow in the dark for using the potty (only 4 so far!), building with blocks, and riding his scooter.

"Washing" his own hair 

His class at Halloween, his teacher is so great at sending out pictures 

Go, go, go...

At school they had a bunch of Halloween activities to do after the parade

Playing at school