He is such a smiler; he gets so excited when he sees a familiar face that he can hardly contain himself. He just puts on the biggest smile possible and his hands start waving as if saying hi. Oh I love this kid.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Grayson - 4 months old
Our little Grayson is such an added blessing to our family. It's hard to imagine what life was like before he arrived. He just adds spice to our already flavor-filled life.
He is such a smiler; he gets so excited when he sees a familiar face that he can hardly contain himself. He just puts on the biggest smile possible and his hands start waving as if saying hi. Oh I love this kid.
He is such a smiler; he gets so excited when he sees a familiar face that he can hardly contain himself. He just puts on the biggest smile possible and his hands start waving as if saying hi. Oh I love this kid.
Happy 2nd Birthday, Joshua and Saray!
2 years ago we were just beginning this new journey called parenthood, parents to twins, nonetheless. I can still remember being at the hospital, recovering from my vaginal delivery and c-section, staring at my two beautiful babies in our arms. I was had a mixture emotions that I was feeling, from being nervous, excited and overwhelmed with the idea that I was going to be taking these two very helpless babies home. I wondered how in the world I would get through the early days of nursing two babies...
But here we are, 2 years later, well adjusted to life with twins (and Mr. Grayson, the 3rd baby). We survived the sleepless nights, learning how to nurse two babies (this is by far a lot more challenging than just nursing one baby) and still have a life, how to manage a decent sleep schedule...all our hard work is paying off...and now we are headed into the the toddler years.
It seems like since their birthday(s) they have changed, how, I can't really put my finger on it, maybe it's just the fact that they are 2 now. They sure are little explorers. We ended up going on a hike thanks to Joshua's leading and the kids have inspired us to go and do things that we may not normally do if we didn't have two (three) little sponges. We have gone to Reptile Gardens twice this Summer and plan on making at least 2 more trips. The kids absolutely love the snakes, alligators, lizards, and birds. I also find myself more willing to get the mixer out more often (Joshua and Saray's absolute favorite kitchen tool) just to watch the kids get all excited and full of smiles.
One sure can learn a lot just from being with a child...I wouldn't trade my kids for anything (I may be willing to trade the tantrums though).
There is so much whirling around in my mind about the kids, I can't quite find the words to describe my heart's thoughts. All I know is that these past 2 years have been so full of God's blessings and I am rediscovering the world around me through my kids' eyes. Children truly are a blessing from the Lord.
But here we are, 2 years later, well adjusted to life with twins (and Mr. Grayson, the 3rd baby). We survived the sleepless nights, learning how to nurse two babies (this is by far a lot more challenging than just nursing one baby) and still have a life, how to manage a decent sleep schedule...all our hard work is paying off...and now we are headed into the the toddler years.
It seems like since their birthday(s) they have changed, how, I can't really put my finger on it, maybe it's just the fact that they are 2 now. They sure are little explorers. We ended up going on a hike thanks to Joshua's leading and the kids have inspired us to go and do things that we may not normally do if we didn't have two (three) little sponges. We have gone to Reptile Gardens twice this Summer and plan on making at least 2 more trips. The kids absolutely love the snakes, alligators, lizards, and birds. I also find myself more willing to get the mixer out more often (Joshua and Saray's absolute favorite kitchen tool) just to watch the kids get all excited and full of smiles.
One sure can learn a lot just from being with a child...I wouldn't trade my kids for anything (I may be willing to trade the tantrums though).
There is so much whirling around in my mind about the kids, I can't quite find the words to describe my heart's thoughts. All I know is that these past 2 years have been so full of God's blessings and I am rediscovering the world around me through my kids' eyes. Children truly are a blessing from the Lord.
Monday, August 23, 2010
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Grayon - 2 months old
My last post on Grayson was in June! Yikes! That just tells me that July was INSANE! I hardly had time to even think about posting a new blog, let alone writing a few new blogs. Life with 3 kids is just so much more full and busy.
Grayson is such an amazing little baby; he takes great naps and sleeps at least one 6-7 hour stretch per night now, including a 3.5 hour stretch on top of that. So that means I am only getting up once during the night and it's generally around 4:30 or 5am. We're all a little happier, a little more content and more rested.
Letting Grayson cry himself to sleep a few times and getting into a routine of soothing himself has been the biggest helper. I can lay him down for naps or bed time and within 5 minutes he is out like a light.
He is really starting to get interested in everyone around him, especially Joshua and Saray. While nursing he'll stop to listen or strain his neck to see if he can spot them. It won't be long before he's off running with the twins.
Saray has taken a real interest in Grayson, especially now that he's smiling more and "talking". She thinks it's absolutely hilarious when he smiles and coos. She even will lay down on the play mat with Grayson and point out things on a certain toy. Grayson just soaks it all in. It's amazing to watch their friendship grow.
Grayson and Joshua are starting to develop a bond as well, it's been a little slower, mostly due to the fact that Joshua is a bit more of "doing my own thing" kind of kid. But he does really enjoy giving Grayson a good push in the baby swing, sometimes a little too good. And at that moment you can hear me saying from across the room, "BE GENTLE! Not sooo hard!" At that moment I feel bad for everyone involved; Grayson cause he has no control of the situation and for Joshua cause learning about differences and opposites.
At Grayson's 2 month check up he weighed 11lbs 7oz and 22 1/4 inches long. When Joshua was 2 months old he weighed 7lbs 11 oz and Saray weighed 8lbs 2 oz. No wonder I felt like the twins were in preemie, newborn and 0-3 month clothing for long! Josh at 4 months old was still in 0-3 month clothing! I have already had to pull out some 3-6 month clothing for Grayson.
Such a happy little camper (literally)
The kiddos :)
Saray helping Daddy burp Grayson.
Saray and Grayson
Daddy and Son
Grayson and Joshua
Where in the world did he get those dimples?
He's settled on the two middle fingers on his left hand.
Working out...
Enjoying an evening stroller ride with the family.
Grayson is such an amazing little baby; he takes great naps and sleeps at least one 6-7 hour stretch per night now, including a 3.5 hour stretch on top of that. So that means I am only getting up once during the night and it's generally around 4:30 or 5am. We're all a little happier, a little more content and more rested.
Letting Grayson cry himself to sleep a few times and getting into a routine of soothing himself has been the biggest helper. I can lay him down for naps or bed time and within 5 minutes he is out like a light.
He is really starting to get interested in everyone around him, especially Joshua and Saray. While nursing he'll stop to listen or strain his neck to see if he can spot them. It won't be long before he's off running with the twins.
Saray has taken a real interest in Grayson, especially now that he's smiling more and "talking". She thinks it's absolutely hilarious when he smiles and coos. She even will lay down on the play mat with Grayson and point out things on a certain toy. Grayson just soaks it all in. It's amazing to watch their friendship grow.
Grayson and Joshua are starting to develop a bond as well, it's been a little slower, mostly due to the fact that Joshua is a bit more of "doing my own thing" kind of kid. But he does really enjoy giving Grayson a good push in the baby swing, sometimes a little too good. And at that moment you can hear me saying from across the room, "BE GENTLE! Not sooo hard!" At that moment I feel bad for everyone involved; Grayson cause he has no control of the situation and for Joshua cause learning about differences and opposites.
At Grayson's 2 month check up he weighed 11lbs 7oz and 22 1/4 inches long. When Joshua was 2 months old he weighed 7lbs 11 oz and Saray weighed 8lbs 2 oz. No wonder I felt like the twins were in preemie, newborn and 0-3 month clothing for long! Josh at 4 months old was still in 0-3 month clothing! I have already had to pull out some 3-6 month clothing for Grayson.
Such a happy little camper (literally)
Daddy and Son
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
22 months
We entered into the 22nd month with sickness wearing us down. Josh and Saray caught a nasty flu like bug nearly 2 weeks ago, and it has yet to leave our house completely. Joshua has been hit the hardest; he has been sick just over two weeks. He spent a 24 hour period in the hospital for dehydration and also for his electrolytes being a bit off. That was only the 3rd day into the sickness. He has lost so much weight that it makes me sick. Before getting sick, he weighed 19lbs 10oz, and on the 30th of June he weighed in at 18lbs. And I am sure he's still losing weight has he has very little desire to eat or drink much of anything. We have seen our share of doctors (mostly due to the fact that our normal doctor has been out of town for most of this spell of sickness), we have also been into the ER, mostly cause we're worried that he's getting dehydrated, etc. He really has little or no energy; even walking looks like its a big chore for him. He'd rather be held or lay on the couch.
I tell you what, I am so ready for this sickness to be gone (in Jesus' name!). I am so over cleaning up puke, nasty poo diapers, poo covered crib sheets and floors (sorry for the gross details, but it's currently my life).
It's been two weeks and 3 days since this sickness crap all started. Joshua still has no real energy or strength to even hardly walk. We did finally visit with our own doctor this morning. She didn't want to run anymore lab tests (other than the tests that have already been done, example: test for rota-virus, c-viv and bacterial bugs). She did put him on some anti-acid medication that Josh will be on for the next two weeks. Hopefully we can get his tummy back to a normal state so he has the desire to eat and drink more than what he has been.
The twins are keeping me extra busy these days (especially with Josh wanting to be held all the time and needing extra measures of love). Saray is really beginning to use her imagination these past few weeks. She cares for her dolls. Elmo and bears with such tender care. She says "Oh, I hold you, (insert name)." Then she proceeds to bounce her baby or bear and say, "Shh, shh, shh, shh..." Then today she was even offering her baby (which used to be my baby doll) some cheese..."Here baby, eat cheese." She is becoming such a constant talker. Oh then this morning she stood at the door and started to knock (inside the house) and said, "Come in, Kitty, come in! Ooooh, good morning, Kitty!" (Even though the new little Kitty was still outside." She is so full of energy and character.
Josh is starting to talk a little more, still using mostly one word sentences but he has a few two word sentences like "Hold you" and "All done." He is a bit more reserved when it comes to using words. Although, he does absorb everything that goes on around him. Soon enough, he'll be a talking machine like Saray. He does use some signs, which helps me understand what he is needing or saying. Although, his signs aren't always super clear so I have to guess or watch him very closely while we watch the "Signing Time" videos.
What a joy it is to watch them grow into more independent little toddlers. Both kids have become more interested in trying to dress themselves. Saray says, "Try it" and then takes her pants or shorts and tries with all her might to get them on. Josh just grabs the pants or shorts from me and tries to put them on.
Once we get beyond these nasty diapers, we plan on trying to potty train the twins. We'll see how that goes.
I'll post another blog with just pictures of the twins. Hope you had a safe and fun 4th of July.
I tell you what, I am so ready for this sickness to be gone (in Jesus' name!). I am so over cleaning up puke, nasty poo diapers, poo covered crib sheets and floors (sorry for the gross details, but it's currently my life).
It's been two weeks and 3 days since this sickness crap all started. Joshua still has no real energy or strength to even hardly walk. We did finally visit with our own doctor this morning. She didn't want to run anymore lab tests (other than the tests that have already been done, example: test for rota-virus, c-viv and bacterial bugs). She did put him on some anti-acid medication that Josh will be on for the next two weeks. Hopefully we can get his tummy back to a normal state so he has the desire to eat and drink more than what he has been.
The twins are keeping me extra busy these days (especially with Josh wanting to be held all the time and needing extra measures of love). Saray is really beginning to use her imagination these past few weeks. She cares for her dolls. Elmo and bears with such tender care. She says "Oh, I hold you, (insert name)." Then she proceeds to bounce her baby or bear and say, "Shh, shh, shh, shh..." Then today she was even offering her baby (which used to be my baby doll) some cheese..."Here baby, eat cheese." She is becoming such a constant talker. Oh then this morning she stood at the door and started to knock (inside the house) and said, "Come in, Kitty, come in! Ooooh, good morning, Kitty!" (Even though the new little Kitty was still outside." She is so full of energy and character.
Josh is starting to talk a little more, still using mostly one word sentences but he has a few two word sentences like "Hold you" and "All done." He is a bit more reserved when it comes to using words. Although, he does absorb everything that goes on around him. Soon enough, he'll be a talking machine like Saray. He does use some signs, which helps me understand what he is needing or saying. Although, his signs aren't always super clear so I have to guess or watch him very closely while we watch the "Signing Time" videos.
What a joy it is to watch them grow into more independent little toddlers. Both kids have become more interested in trying to dress themselves. Saray says, "Try it" and then takes her pants or shorts and tries with all her might to get them on. Josh just grabs the pants or shorts from me and tries to put them on.
Once we get beyond these nasty diapers, we plan on trying to potty train the twins. We'll see how that goes.
I'll post another blog with just pictures of the twins. Hope you had a safe and fun 4th of July.
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