Day 47: Measles

Today has been a full day.
I rescued a mole(or baby gofer as some people thought) from being trampled in the parking lot by a scary screaming lady. We found out Gracie has a case of measles from getting the vaccine 2 weeks ago. We hung out alot. Went on a 2 hour walk and tomorrow Matt is taking the ASVAB! Exciting!!!! We are also including some pics from the past few days, just cos they are cute and I forgot to post them :)

Today's positives:

S: I got to take a nap with James.

M: Gracie carried the bag from Walgreen's up the stairs for me.

S: Gracie wore her hat all day long. She in fact spent most of her day in just her hat and a diaper.

M: I got to give James a bottle for the first time in a long time!

S: I enjoyed reading Brown Bear Brown Bear to Gracie.

M: The highlight of being a parent so far happened to day. While we had Gracie and James in the bathtub, Gracie was dancing and doing anything she could to make James laugh and he was laughing hysterically.

S: I have to admit the bath was pretty much one of my favorite moments as a parent so far. I just love the relationship my children are building.

M: I like how they both where content and happy when we went for a walk with them.


We hope you enjoy the pictures!

Goodnight all

-Matt n Soph

Day 45: Under the weather

G and J have both been under the weather today. The Doc said this might happen around a week after they got their shots.  They have still played and been very good though!

Today's positives:

1: G had home made tomato and red pepper soup, which is the first soup she has actually eaten and liked!
She also tried humus and loved it. Yippee!

2: James has gained a pound and a half in the last 2 weeks, bringing his grand total to 16lbs!

3: We had to run to the bank today and Gracie was trying to sing a long to the radio. Very cute!

4: James watched Dave and the giant pickle, a veggie tales movie this afternoon.

5: Gracie gladly gave up her paci after nap time today. She threw it in her crib. She has never really been allowed it any time she is out of her crib but has never been too fond of handing it over. I was quite excited about this!

Well that's all I can think of for now. Hoping tomorrow brings a fever free day and lot's more fun.

Goodnight all

-Soph

Day 43: Bipity Bopity Boo

Quiet day here. Not bad though.


Today's positives:

1: James had his first taste of broccoli and cauliflower. He didn't seem to sure about it but Gracie really liked it!

2: Gracie has figured out how to buckle and unbuckle the straps on the baby swing.

3: Gracie had her tent out this morning, she played for a long time and when I went to check on her she was snuggled up with her blanket inside.

4:  Gracie decided James needed a drink this afternoon, when I walked in the room she was gladly giving him her sippy cup and he was having a good ol' drink.

5: James was crying in his swing and Gracie gave him his blanket to calm him down.

6: Gracie can now climb up and down stairs with no help! I can't believe how independent she is, I feel like she hardly needs me.

8: Matt said he loved playing with Gracie this afternoon, she was squeeling with laughter.

9: Today I was playing with both of my babies and it was fun to hear them both laughing at the same time!

Hope you all had a great thursday!

Goodnight all

-Soph

Day 36: Fuzzy Wuzzy Wuz A Bear

The kids have been feeling much better since their doctors visit yesterday. It has been a very pleasent day.


Today's positives:

1: Gracie found a little bracelet in the bottom of my closet and wore it on her wrist almost all day. She is such a girly girl!

2: Bay and Gracie enjoyed watching a squirrel play on the deck for quite a long time this afternoon. They were both leaning on each other and watching.

3: We went for a walk through the woodie part of the park today.

4: Cousins A and G came over and played for a little while this afternoon. It was nice to hang out before they go away for a few months.

5: Gracie picked up all her toys with almost no help at bed time.

6: We finished off the day by walking up to the guard check to say goodnight to Daddy.

7: I forgot to post yesterday that James had his first taste of chocolate. Matthew decided to give him a quick suck of some cookies and creme... He enjoyed it very much and cried when he was all done.


Well goodnight all

- Sophie

Day 35: Doctors

Today was Gracie and James first appointment with their new pediatrician. I must say, WE LOVE HIM! He was kind and fun and really let us make the choices we wanted for our children.
Gracie is in the 90th percentile for height, very tall! James looks all good and healthy.


Today's positives:

1: I must say that the kids did get shots today and have spent most of the day sleeping, but I am very grateful for patient kids who are content to snuggle up and relax when they are feeling a bit under the weather.

2: Today's big positive was my kids being healthy and right on track growing.

3: Even though nothing really happened today, I am glad we got to be together!

Goodnight all

-Sophie.