It's time to start a Brunner blog, as to keep those we love informed on our transition from a family of four to a family of five.  Our blog is called Brunnerpartyof5 because that is what we are soon to be.  Not only will we hear them announce "Brunner party of five" when we go out to Islands or IHOP, but every day that's the moto we'll be living by.  Life's sure to be a crazy party with three little boys under our roof... complete with party fouls and broken lampshades to be sure!

Currently our "first born miracle," Caleb, is four.  He's begun preschool and loves to play with friends, do crafts, TALK, and play horses.  His younger brother, Brody, turned two in October and is a happy little rascal with platinum blond hair.  While weaning him from his pacifier (his beloved "LuLu") has been hard this week, he is a regular joy!  They both love to ride in their Fire-truck with all their new neighborhood friends.  And there are tons of new friends to be had on our cul de sac. There are 4 four year old boys, plenty of one and a half - two year old children, and countless others to keep the street buzzing with fun.

The hills where we live are full of wildlife (including coyote!) and a five minute drive will take us to horse properties where Caleb and Brody can dream of riding one day.

They also enjoy their swim lessons with "Mr. Damon."  This week Brody and  Caleb both started DIVING!  Brody went first, (which didn't surprise us,) and then Caleb followed (which did surprise us!)  At nap time that day I told Caleb how proud of him I was that he was becoming so brave, to which he responded, "Yeah, Brody's showing me how to be more courageous."

We love their individual personalities and are excited to meet our little Asher next month. With all our hearts we believe that God weaves these little beings together in a mother's womb, complete with personality and purpose.  We are humbled that God is about to give us a new little life to nurture, and train up!