One Month Old

Last week, Eli turned one month old! I'm amazed at how fast the time is going by. He's becoming quite the little chunk, with lots of rolls (my favorite is at the nape of his neck) and he's already grown out of some of his outfits. :( He's the sweetest little guy....hardly cries, but makes this weird grunting/chipmunk noise whenever he needs to be changed, poops, or needs to be burped. The grunting is EXTREMELY loud a night and speaking of burping, the little gentleman doesn't burp, he actually BELCHES. Every time. It cracks me up. He's very mild-mannered and cuddly. I love this age!!!

Sometimes I forget....

So, Matt decided to bring home a surprise for the kids last week...a huge blow up punch toy with Spider-man on it. I gave him a look that said "just what they need...more STUFF". He just smiled back and blew up the aforementioned toy. For the next day I grumpily put up with the constant punching and flapping of the toy, thinking of ways to get back at Matt for purchasing the thing. Well, as I was cleaning up the front room during the kids' nap time, I walked past the punch toy and gave it a good, grumpy whack. I found myself pausing, and giving it another good whack. What followed was a good two minutes of me letting loose on Spiderman with a stupid grin on my face. Maddi walked in to see what was going on...I, a little breathlessly, laughed and after tucking her back into bed, put away the punch toy, no longer on my DI list. It was a good reminder that sometimes I forget what it was like as a kid and that I need to stay in touch with that. Thanks, Spidey.

Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day was GREAT! We surprised the kids with some little treats and a yummy breakfast. As a surprise for Matt, I organized a lunch date with just him and me. My mom came over and watched the kids (baby too!) while Matt and I went ALONE to lunch. It was lots of fun and just what we needed. He surprised me with roses and a card that I LOVED! (I love you Matt!) Papa Joe and Grandma came over and brought the kids Valentine's (the cutest shirts!) and Papa Joe even bought me a cookie rose. My friend Hilari (one of the Laurels I taught in Young Women) came by with some cookies and chocolate covered strawberries (my favorite!!!) that were DELICIOUS! Thanks Hilari!

Maddi's Birthday

Maddi, too, recently celebrated a birthday! She is now 4 and loves Scooby-Doo, so that was her theme. She's such a sweetheart....she is very funny and makes us all laugh and is also my "handful". She loves to help with the baby and is a wonderful big sister. Her favorite color is blue, her favorite food is Mac n' Cheese, pancakes and muffins. She loves to play Barbies with Sammi and to draw. She's our cuddler and helper. She says the word "super" before every emotion (ex: I'm so super hungry") and when she is pleased with me, she'll often say that I'm the "biggest, bestest mom ever." :) We love our little Maddi!

Keith's Birthday

Yes, this was awhile ago, but as I'm still catching up, better late than never. :) Keith turned 2 on January 14th. Since I was on partial bedrest, we kept it real simple....Papa Joe came by and joined us for dinner and an egg-free cake(hmm...yum) amidst Elmo decor and balloons. Keith had lots of fun and was a pro at blowing out his candles. (for days afterwards whenever he heard me sing "Happy Birthday" he'd join in and then blow out non-existent candles at the end.) I can hardly believe my little boy is already 2! He's such a sweet little gentlemen and is so funny. His favorite color is red and he loves bubbles, balls and balloons. He loves to watch football with is daddy and is such a fun mix of sweetheart and mischevious boy. Happy Birthday Goobs!