Monday, May 9, 2011

8 Months

Oh dear me, Asher, you are such a honey! You are a handful too! We've been saying "he's teething" for the past what feels like 6 months, but in reality only about a month and a half or two months. Either way, we're trying to explain away you tendency to be a little more fussy than we're used to, when in reality, I just think you know your birth order, and realize that you just want some extra lovin'! We happily oblige, and for the most part, you calm right down and enjoy just sitting in our laps. You are completley sitting up, unassisted, and continue to roll across the apartment, which doesn't take long. You have recently started getting up on all fours, which means this momma needs to re-baby proof this home because it's not too far off that I know you'll be crawling all over, getting in to everything! Ahhh, I'm SOO not ready for you to be old enough to crawl! I still feel like I just had you yesterday!

You like to spit, and bzzzz with your lips (that's the only way I know how to explain it). And you LOVE to eat! Thankfully, I also know when to stop, and how to tell us you're done, so we aren't worrying as much about over feeding you. You eat everything, thank the Lord, and still take 3-4 bottles a day. You are still on a 2 nap schedule, 99% of the time, although in the past week or so, you've had a couple days of just one nap and seem to do fine. The only issue is that on those one nap days, you have been waking up in the middle of the night for a bottle, but then you go right back to sleep.

You love it when we get you naked, and you inevitably hate it when we put clothes back on you. You are SUCH a boy, and I love it!!

You are also trying to learn how to pull up to a sitting position from laying down and quite frankly, it's pretty funny and entertaining to watch! Here's the "pose" you get stuck in every time you try, so cute!

I cannot get over how your hair so naturally combs itself to the side. It makes you look so much older and more mature than you really are! Every time I see your hair perfectly combed, I picture attending your graduation from Harvard Law School, it just makes me giggle!
You are definitely a snuggler and will take every opportunity to cuddle us as possible, which isn't as often as I'd like!
Although your hair naturally falls in to place, if daddy works hard enough at it, you actually have some serious curls that form into a hilarious mohawk!
We had a bit of drama this month when you rolled off your changing table. I was standing right in front of you and somehow you snuck right past me. We both spent quite a bit of time crying, but you are completely fine, and daddy clearly did a great job comforting you.
You poor child. You have your daddy to thank for passing along his HORRIBLE allergies! Clearly we've got a long road ahead of us with this, at least for as long as we live in Texas. I'm so sorry honey, I will do everything I can to keep you feeling "average" since that's about as good as it will get until you are two and we can get some meds for you. So sorry sweetie!
You LOVE bathtime, still, and I couldn't help but post this awesome picture of you and the water!
And that face, oh the precious little face of yours. I just want to kiss it all day long!!
Clearly, I couldn't help myself, and I'm sure you will hate me one day for posting your "thunder thighs" picture on the blog, but honestly, I can't get enough of them. I find myself squeezing them all day, especially when they are clearly visible when you're in a onesie or romper. This picture doesn't do justice! LOVE LOVE LOVE!
My happy boy! I just love your smile!!
Asher, you bring such joy to my heart each and every day! You are such a treasure to me and I am so thankful the Lord blessed me with you! I love you so very very much and so does daddy!

Be Blessed and Encouraged!

Wednesday, May 4, 2011

28 Months

Sweet Caleb. You are 28 months old today. Holy cow! You continue to change and grow each day and it is so fascinating to watch! You truly are a sponge and take in everything mommy and daddy tell you. Disciplining is at it's highest right now, but I'm trying to be dedicated and consistent, since I know that is exactly what your precious little mind needs right now. The Lord is gracious to me in this process, as I learn what speaks to you best, and as hard as it has been these past couple weeks, it is so rewarding to watch you process each and every little thing that mommy and daddy ask of you. And what joy it brings to my heart when you choose to obey! We celebrate obedience every single time!

You are such a joy to my heart and I am so very blessed to be your momma! I love you so much honey!!


So, within the past couple months you have taken a liking to showering instead of bathing, and now, you absolutely LOVE having your towel wrapped and tucked like a grown up. It's so cute!


Oh. My. How can I ever resist you with those big brown eyes of yours!

You love to be in just your diaper, and especially when you get to wear your shirt on your head!

Happy 28 month birthday big boy! We absolutely adore you!! Love momma and daddy!

Be Blessed and Encouraged!

Sunday, May 1, 2011

Our Week

We've had a great week! Lots of hanging out at home since the boys are both really struggling with allergies. Not what I would have ideally chosen, but it was kind of nice to be lazy for a while! Here are some pics from our week!

Ok, this 1st one is random, and I'm more putting it on here for memories sake than anything else, but this is the end result of me breaking my horrible nail biting habit! Woot Woot for me! (This is a big deal, if you can't tell!)
We did happen to make it out of the house Tuesday and met a friend at the playground. Caleb had a blast(yay!), and Asher didn't take a nap (boo!), so it ended up being a rough day, but totally worth it!
Love my biggest honey!!
Coloring, oh. my. goodness. He LOVES coloring! And I love Color Wonder! Colors only on the special paper, and no where else!!
Drama, drama, drama!! This has been a recurring thing in our house for the past couple months when we don't continue to do something that Caleb wants. This time it was daddy pouncing him down on the couch. He had already done it at least a dozen times and Caleb was coming to me crying and looking for comfort since daddy wouldn't do it anymore. I had to get a pic!
Sticker boy! Thanks Sunday Dallas Morning News for the free (and really big) stickers! My boy loves stickers!!
Poor Asher and his allergies! He looks pathetic!
A little mohawk action, thanks to a bath and daddy's masterful hands!
LEGOS!!!!
Asher fell asleep eating his bottle in daddy's arms today, so PRECIOUS!!!
As much as I dislike Mondays, I'm hoping tomorrow will be a good one. It's supposed to be 50 degrees and rainy, so it should make for a great movie/snuggle day at home!!

Be Blessed and Encouraged!

Sunday, April 24, 2011

Easter 2011

Today was wonderful! We spent the morning at Watermark with some sweet friends and then took a little time outside to get some family pics! Even though Asher isn't looking at the camera, the sheer fact that Caleb is not only looking at the camera, but smiling is amazing! Later tonight, we had our friends from this morning over for a big Easter dinner, which I used as an excuse to roast a turkey and do all the fixins and I would call it a success since I didn't burn the turkey! Honestly, the food and fellowship were so wonderful and I can't wait to get to know our friends even better! Over all, it was a fabulous Easter!


3/4 of our Community Group! Love this picture!
Could this be a glimpse into our future 15 years down the road?!? I wouldn't be surprised!

Thank you Lord for sending your Son to die on the cross so that we can have freedom from our sins and spend eternity with you! May we all respond to that blessed gift, not just today, but EVERYDAY!! Happy Easter!!

Be Blessed and Encouraged!

Saturday, April 16, 2011

Playgroup Wednesday - The Fire Station

A few weeks ago, before my hard drive decided to completely die (another post, another time, maybe when I'm not so bitter about it all) a couple moms from my playgroup and I decided to go and visit the local fire station. OH. MY. GOODNESS. I think I just might be the mom of a future fire fighter!! Caleb was in ABSOLUTE heaven!! I learned something new about my son during our short lived trip...he is fearless. Absolutely fearless. Within minutes of being there, all he wanted was to get inside the truck and see (and touch) everything in sight. He examined, and "asked questions", meaning, he opened his mouth and sound came out, but I have no clue what he was actually saying! And the fire fighters that were there were SOOOOOO wonderful and patient with all the little 2 year olds running around!

Thank you City of Dallas Fire Fighters, not just for opening up your station to our little tikes, but for all that you do to keep us all safe! Enjoy the pics!









Be Blessed and Encouraged!

Saturday, April 9, 2011

7 Months

Asher, you are now 7 months old, and once again I find myself wondering where the time has gone! It feels like just yesterday I was holding you in my arms for the first time! You are getting so big. You and your big brother wear the same size diapers, even though he's 20 months older than you, which is just mind boggling to me! I'm not sure how much you weigh, but I'm going to guess around 23 pounds. We won't know again until your 9 month, but I'm guessing by then you'll be closer to 25!

You have proved to be what most people would consider a "normal" baby, meaning you didn't start sleeping through the night until right around 6 months old. You eat at a more normal level now which has been great for our budget for sure! You started on solids as well, and you seem to love everything I give you, minus peas.

You still don't have any teeth, but I have a feeling it won't be too much longer, although I've been thinking you've been teething for the past couple months and nothing has shown up yet! Guess we'll have to wait and see!

Asher, I continue to fall in love with you more and more every day! You are such a precious gift to us and I thank the Lord for you every day! I love you sweet baby boy!!






Be Blessed and Encouraged!

Monday, April 4, 2011

27 Months

Oh. My. Goodness. Caleb, I fall in love with you more and more every. single. day. You are amazingly bright and smart and hilarious! You are passionate and sensitive. You love your little brother so much. Thank you for the adventure you introduce in to my life every moment I spend with you. Building lego houses, and playing trains, play doh and Toy Story color wonder, Curious George and your little brother's rattle are all things that you are obsessed with right now! Yes, you are two, and there are moments of discipline, but each moment is just another moment for the Lord to show me grace, and for me to teach you what grace is. You are such a blessing to me and I love you so much my biggest little man!!

Be Blessed and Encouraged!