one more for nap time!

I have learned that the morning nap is vital...for many reasons. a. this is when I get ready for the day. b. this is when the dishes get done. c. this is when I pick out the boys' outfits (seriously a highlight of my day...silly, I know!) d. this is when I fill out my day's "to do list" e. this is when I do laundry f. this is when I update my blog. So....one more for the day...because I hear the little guys starting to wake up! After we do all of that...we can do fun stuff like this! The boys enjoyed a picnic with their friend, and endured mom trying out her new camera... What a great day!

Such big boys! (It looks like Cam is pouting! Actually...I think he is! I think that his brother stole his treat he was eating....just the beginning....)

How does your garden grow?

In the spirit of learning nursery rhymes and reading lots of books around here about spring (which I LOVE and think that the boys love it too.....) we have been doing some gardening and "beautification" of our yard.

...an itsy bitsy spider...has decided to make his home in our tomato plant. can't wait to enjoy some smores in our new fire pit. Thanks, Chris! ...now...what should we make with all of our herbs?

Eleven.

Eleven months. That is how old my babies are today (April 11). Wow! It is also our favorite newphew in the world's birthday. 3 awesome years. Love you buddy!

Sullivan James

What a silly little boy! You are a busy baby and you really keep me on my toes. You now have two teeth and although you dont show them off all the time, you are really happy to have them because you love to chew on yummy foods like cookies (thanks, Grandma), cheese, and carrots. You crawl all over the place now....and boy are you quick! (time to baby-proof the house!). You weigh about (not exact, sorry!) 16 lbs and are wearing 6 month clothing. You have a smile that melts hearts, and are actually very "flirty" with people! When you start giggling...you can't stop! Thank you for taking such great naps! You usually sleep for a few hours at nap time! When you are tired and ready to go to bed, you let us know because you roll over on your belly (even if we are feeding you a bottle!). You are pretty brave; you even liked going swimming for the first time! I know that I will have to keep my eye on you! I love you!

Camden Ryan

You are so much fun! You smile all of the time and love to show off your two teeth. You are a big boy! You wear size 9 month clothes and weigh (about) 19 lbs (I don't know exactly. oops!) You got tired of your brother getting all of the cool toys....so you are starting to scoot around! You like to sit up and still really love being on your belly. Your favorite thing to eat is...EVERYTHING! You really like whole-grain pasta with Italian veggies (thanks, Erin!). Your favorite finger food is: cheese! Bathtime continues to be fun. You kick so much that the bathroom floor is usually soaked when you are done. You don't really like to take naps. So....by the time 6pm rolls around...you are cranky! But, thankfully you sleep really well at night! You are a wonderful snuggler....and I love you!

Introducing: Harley.

Speaking of firsts, we are so excited for Grandpa. We know he has waited a loooong time for this! Have fun and be safe!!!!!!!!!!

Sullivan checkin' out Grandpa's new ride!

P.S. Don't worry, '72, Honda....you will always hold a special place in our hearts! (now it just might be farther back in the garage :)!

Summer Days (almost): Part II

As if going to the beach (last weekend) wasn't enough, this weekend we enjoyed the lake for the first time.

One of the sweetest things about this age/stage (I think) is that we get to enjoy introducing many "firsts" to the boys. It is so much fun! So, as Cam and Sullivan recooperated from being a little under the weather, we decided that a little vitamin D was in order!

Our first family boat trip!


So glad that Uncle Aaron came with us!

Sullivan and Uncle Aaron having a heart -to- heart!

We wore out Cam....(actually, they both ended up falling asleep. They were so good on the boat!)

Sullivan loving it!

Having a little brotherly chat.

Cam all rested from his little cat nap!

Summer Days (almost): Part I

The past two weekends have been filled with lots of summer fun! I think instead of through words, I will share with pictures.

We loaded up the boys and headed to Galveston.
First stop....old fashioned candy store. Yum! Taffy! The boys (I mean, Molly and I) really enjoyed the sweets!

I love spending time with true friends!

True friends in the making!

Sullivan loved the sand!

Cam found a shell!

What a fun time! It was so special being able to be together for our boys' first beach outing! Can't wait to go again! Thanks, Molly!

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Pittsburgh.

After spending time in West Virginia, we headed to Pittsburgh. It marked the boys' first trip to my hometown. That was pretty exciting. Thank you so much, Aunt Sue and Uncle John, for being such amazing hosts! We had a great time with you guys! We are so sorry that Sullivan got sick (I did appreciate the coffee at 4 am! You are the best). It was great to get together with cousins we haven't seen in a very long time.

And.....it snowed!

The meal was delicious and the company....even better!
Cam was so happy to get to see Aunt Sue and Uncle John Again!

Grandpa made the boys their very first snowman!

Sullivan was pretty sick during this part of the trip. He woke up for a little while and since it was so very cold outside, Grandpa moved the snowman inside for him (so thoughtful!). He is a little more adventurous than his brother...and thought it would be fun to touch the cold snowman :).