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 ❤️❤️❤️❤️5 min read·Apr 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!!!”4 min read·Jan 21, 2021--1--1
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!3 min read·Jan 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 adventures3 min read·Dec 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 :)4 min read·Dec 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 couch3 min read·Dec 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…5 min read·Dec 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!3 min read·Dec 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…5 min read·Dec 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.2 min read·Dec 2, 2020----