As much as I love my nanny positions, its come to the time when they all come to a close. I'm looking forward to a much needed break for self-discovery and dips in the pool, but there aren't even words to describe how my life will change without these kids infiltrating it everyday.
I think its really hard for people to understand life from a nanny perspective, its not a maternal bond, but its stronger than an Aunt or Uncle. Honestly, I think the person its most similar to is a Grandma. I know that sounds bizarre, but I've done a lot of thinking. And I think that's what I relate to best. Which explains why my entire blog is devoted to my kids, its like my stylish alternative to carrying around a tote with their photographs all over it. (oh glory, please don't ever do that Kelly).
I've interviewed with several other families, and its about time that I start making my decision. My problem is that I have a heart for all these families, I want to help them all. I know God will lead me to the right choice.
One time I saw an episode of the BradyBunch where Jan tries to rub away her freckles with some concoction. I thought she was so silly for doing that until I was 15. Then I wanted flawless freckle free skin too. Now I'm just embracing it. I hope Aubrey does too! Here's to enjoying freckles at age 9 and 21!
Logan-berry, we got to spend time together while the parents went out.
and we got some snuggle time in too
Aubrey and Blaine and I thought this was funny. toilet paper stuck to the nutcracker. ha.
i couldn't help but snap a picture of Blaine in this weird hat, while sharing a seat with his Momma.
And, I ended the break with a shocking surprise. I already knew that I was going to see Taylor Swift at the Rodeo, but I had no idea that her disposition was anything like this: it makes me want to hug her and tell her all my secrets. i lost track of how many times she looked into the crowd and mouthed "oh my god' and "wow". there were 73,000 people there though. you've gotta love the self-preserving, kind-hearted, realists. the ones who are superstars but still blown away that people know their music?- because honestly, those are my absolute favorite kinds.
They are sweetsisters. At just a year apart, they're pretty much joined at the hip.
They talk for each other, giggle all the time, and make me feel so lucky to know them.
Their Mommy is my friend Dawn, who is my other friend, Heather's selected surrogate (AKA Mommy Extraordinaire).
Occasionally, I get to spend time with these sisters. Time with them is some of my most treasured moments. They call me Miss Kelly, and that makes me giggle.
Looking down into the pond is one of their favorite things to do, they beg for these kind of excursions. We love going on adventures together.
Not too long ago, Abbey, Raelynn and I packed up in the car, buckled in the car-seats, and booked it to the park. In the rain, while wearing leotards.
Totally normal.
While we were trooping around the park, in the rain, in their leotards, carrying loads of towels with us to wipe off the wet play equipment, I snapped some shots of these sweet sisters.
This is Abbey. She's older, and quieter. But she's just got something about her, some special kind of sophisticated beauty for being only 4 years old.
This is Raelynn. She's littler, but stronger. She speaks for both of them. She's got the power, but she'll share it with you. Maybe :)
Isn't it sickening how cute she looks even when she's eating? I could not say the same for myself. It's just not a pretty sight people.
Chillin' watching Noggin's Baby Channel. And yeah, maybe I watch this even when Zoey's taking a nap. Don't hate.
Apparently she likes to do this now? She BARELY fits in there, she literally squeezed herself in there. How many more adverbs could I have used here?
Ok, so maybe stuffing an entire nilla wafer isn't quite as attractive as the earlier picture, but she has ice cream trucks on her shirt. You heard me.
The look of mischief. However, she was really completely oblivious to the water she spilled everywhere and chose to focus on figuring out how to stuff an entire votive candle in her mouth. She's got her priorities. And notice she's in her random new favorite place? Weird.
My name is kelly, and I'm a twenty somethin' year old living in the state where everything's bigger. I am a full time nanny AKA disposable napkin, nose whiper extraordinaire, dishwashing professional, etc. I strive to serve my God and bring him glory in everything I do. Follow me along for the ride :)
