Tricky Tricksters

I have a couple of tricky babies on my hands. (Well, actually on my floor.)

I was laying on the floor with Jack and Ian when Ian started crawling...well...getting up on all fours and going backwards. It was so cute! But, of course, as soon as I got my camera out, he stopped. :(

Here's what I got!



While I was in here typing this, Mr. Jack decided to roll over from back to tummy! This is the first time I've *partially* witnessed it! We knew he could do it because he rolls onto his side all the time but doesn't want to seem to finish the roll. I left him on his back and went back to find him on his tummy playing with his toy while Ian was up on all fours playing with his. Oh happy day! :)

New Territory

Honestly, I cannot remember when we started Seth on a sippy cup. I really think it was closer to his first birthday (like maybe 10 or 11 months), but so many people I know are giving their babies sippy cups now at around six months.

Since the virus went through our family (and I mean our entire family - grandparents included), I decided to give the boys some Pedialite in their sippy cups.

And it actually turned out better than I thought!


Jack - he held the cup really well with his left hand, but that right one likes to be close to his mouth. We haven't figured that one out yet!


Ian - he has started to hold his bottle really well and pretty consistently.

Meet Caleb

We have some dear friends who are in the states on furlough from their mission work. They have a son named Caleb who Seth has enjoyed playing with. Caleb is about five years older than Seth. That doesn't seem like a lot, but Seth is only three and Caleb is eight.

My sister took Seth and Caleb to the park one day. The entire afternoon, Seth talked about Caleb!

Now, Caleb lives with us. That is, imaginary Caleb.

Caleb takes naps with Seth, goes to work on occasion, eats lunch with us, and keeps Seth company.

Caleb (the real one) is the first person, outside of family, that has made such an impression on Seth. It is really neat to watch!

Would you like fries with that?

Upon asking Seth what he would like for lunch today, I received an odd answer: "Roller turkey, Mom!"

"So, you want turkey wrapped in a tortilla?"

"No, roller turkey!"

"Come show me what I need to make this 'roller turkey'."

Seth then pointed to the croissants which we have to make turkey sandwiches. Okay, creative name...silly boy!

Once I told him that those croissants were old and were no longer fit to eat, I asked him what else he would like to eat.

"Umm, sea shell turkey, Mom!"

"What?! What is 'sea shell turkey'?"

We then went to take a peek in the pantry. I'm not sure if I persuaded this sea shell turkey answer, but we decided on a turkey and cheese sandwich on honey wheat bread. :)

More of Seth's imagination next.

Playing Catch-Up: 6 months

On August 17, Jack and Ian turned six months! (Yes, I know, it's been two weeks ago.)

They had a great doctor's appointment. Jack weighs 18lbs10oz and Ian weighs 17lbs...both 26in long.

They had six nasty vaccines, but only started to cry after three of the shots were already administered. One seemed to start whimpering which made the other realize it was okay to be upset...which got them both going. Poor guys!

They are still not crawling but are pulling their knees underneath them and raising up on their elbows...so we're making progress! They love their excersauser-type toys, jumperoo (if anyone has an extra they are getting rid of, we would love it!), playing on the floor, watching big brother Seth, and relaxing in their swings. They really are good babies!

They have started sitting up. They are able to lean forward and pull themselves back up (and vice versa) if they have some support on their sides. They sit really well if they are sitting on the floor between my legs.

We started cereal... (oh my, I just realized I still haven't posted the video of that...will do soon) We started cereal about a month or so ago. They are doing great on it. We eat that first thing in the morning followed by their bottle.

As of about three or so weeks ago, we began vegetables in the evening during dinner time. We tried peas first (as I thought they were a bit sweeter than the others and may take to it faster). That did not go over well! They only ate a few bites each the first try. And Jack actually threw those up! The second night was a little better and the third night was an improvement to that (which means they, together, finished maybe one-third of one jar). Then we got to green beans - I was amazed by the second night of green beans when they finished one jar each! From then on out, they spent three nights in a row trying new veggies. I'm very happy for good eaters!

Here are a few pictures of the boys. I sure love them! :)

Happy Birthday Papa!

Today is Papa's actual birthday, but you know around here we celebrate birthdays for several days surrounding the actual day. Last Saturday we had lunch at our house...just our family (mom, dad, sisters, son-in-laws).


We got Seth to take a picture of all of us (minus my sister, Sarah...sorry Sarah!). He took several...here is a peek at his work

A New Year

For me, the beginning of a new school year is more significant than January 1st. Although I am not teaching public school this year and do not have children attending public school, it stills feels like a fresh start.

Summertime is such a fun time! You visit family and friends often, see new things, play hard, stay up late, wear cute clothes (I like my summer clothes way more than winter ones)...

But about this time, and this year more than in the past, I am very ready for fall and the start of a 'new year.'

I'm tired. Tired of having fun. Tired of having late nights playing. Tired of going, going, going.

It's time to rest.

I'm ready to cook chili and soup for dinner. I'm ready for everyone to be in the house at by 6:00 because the sun has already gone to sleep for the night. I'm ready to dress cozy. I'm ready to go to sleep early. I'm ready to stay at home more. And I'm ready to keep up with my blog more!

Each season brings its own joys, and I am ready to enjoy what's next. :)