David SmithinRaising Vikings“The last family trip before Baby Madison comes?”Being out there all together, it was so clear to us that this is perhaps the last trip before Madison arrives ❤️❤️❤️❤️Apr 8, 2021Apr 8, 2021
David SmithinRaising VikingsChristmas and New years“Hohoho, have you been a good little girl all year? Do you promise to be nice to your new baby sister?” “yes, Santa, yes!!!”Jan 21, 20211Jan 21, 20211
David SmithinRaising VikingsLille JulaftenLeslie is finally starting to understand Christmas a bit, but not completely and it is so sweet to see. Excited for a week at the cabin!Jan 8, 2021Jan 8, 2021
David SmithinRaising VikingsA Few Steps Closer to Christmas…This weekend daddy and Leslie adventured around the playgrounds with Leslie racing about on her little bicycle as I narrated our adventuresDec 21, 2020Dec 21, 2020
David SmithinRaising VikingsChristmas Parties and Taking Time to Slow DownOn Saturday, we went over to a friend’s house for a big party of making Christmas cards and playing with other kids :)Dec 16, 2020Dec 16, 2020
David SmithinRaising VikingsGingerbread Cookies, Cinnamon Rolls and More Tasty TreatsWe snuggled on the couch and read books, then we played with play-dough and made tasty cinnamon rolls and Leslie sat on my lap on the couchDec 15, 2020Dec 15, 2020
David SmithinRaising VikingsLegos, Bath Time, and the Evening RoutineFor some reason, I have always viewed bath time as a very idealistic kind of bonding time between parent and child…Dec 4, 2020Dec 4, 2020
David SmithinRaising VikingsThe Beginning of Christmas Season and the Return of RampanissenDear family, I hope you are as ready and excited for the holidays as I am. I love you with all of my heart and I love this time of year!Dec 3, 2020Dec 3, 2020
David SmithinRaising VikingsWaiting for Snow, Cabin Trips, Thanksgiving and Christmas PrepOn Sunday evening, we decorated the house and tree. I love it! Christmas music, dancing, silly games, and Leslie had so much fun…Dec 3, 2020Dec 3, 2020
David SmithinRaising VikingsDaycare Meltdown and a Shift to Stricter ParentingYou have been difficult now for a couple of weeks and we have reached the absolute limit.Dec 2, 2020Dec 2, 2020