Babies and Bon Bons

the twos

2009-12-16T19:24:00.004-07:00

When you say to me "isn't this such a fun age?" do you mean - for you to watch?

A typical scene for us:

One little monkey is being dragged by its arm through the parking lot screaming and the other being carried under my other arm as she wiggles and shouts "no no no". And that is braving life sans stroller.

Or another:

One tiny stubborn lady laying flat on the ground "hiding" because she doesn't want her coat, the other running ahead to push the buttons of the handicapped door and head out into traffic on his own. Bye Bye mama!

I wonder, is this what you mean by the fun part?

It's the latest comment I get seemingly over and over again - "this is such a fun age, isn't it?" Ha!

Truthfully it really is fun to hear their new words and see them interact with people, situations around them. But still every day a new challenge and I see us heading straight ahead for the terrible twos, times two = four! yikes!

some new favorites

2009-12-13T20:42:00.001-07:00

this is what I call a bouffant

2009-06-15T22:05:00.003-06:00

Zoom zoom

2009-06-09T16:08:00.001-06:00

-- Post From My iPhone

summer of george

2009-05-23T08:29:00.005-06:00

....and layla & hudson.

no one to blame

2009-05-22T12:49:00.003-06:00

Sorry everyone who reads this blog - no excuses - just laziness and feeling writers/photo block if there is such a thing.

Here are some pictures to get me going for spring and summer good times ahead...

my kids have rhythm

2009-04-17T11:14:00.004-06:00

who needs toys...

2009-04-07T22:01:00.005-06:00

when you have a cabinet playhouse. A daily activity - go in, shut the door, open the door to peek, bang around, make a mess, squish your sister's fingers, shut your brother in the door, crawl out, crawl in, repeat. An hour gone by.
Good times are had by all.

doggie-pillow

2009-04-07T21:44:00.005-06:00

the employees loved us

2009-03-25T15:18:00.003-06:00

grandpa jim

2009-03-03T09:07:00.005-07:00

answers

2009-03-02T21:49:00.002-07:00

Better luck next time aunties!

Here are some answers for you...

Who laughs boisterously at random? Hudson

Who loves to be tickled? Layla

Who's favorite toy is a small plastic eggplant? Layla

Who loves playing in the dishwasher, the dog's water bowl and the dryer? Both monkeys

Who shuts doors all around the house all day long? Hudson

Who tried to put a sock on the dog? Layla

Who loves to eat tofu? Both

Who has dance moves like John Travolta? Hudson

pop quiz

2009-02-27T10:20:00.003-07:00

Who laughs boisterously at random?

Who loves to be tickled?

Who's favorite toy is a small plastic eggplant?

Who loves playing in the dishwasher, the dog's water bowl and the dryer?

Who shuts doors all around the house all day long?

Who tried to put a sock on the dog?

Who loves to eat tofu?

Who has dance moves like John Travolta?

Answers will be posted soon. First person to answer all correctly wins a special prize! Good luck!

the ick in sick

2009-02-24T08:21:00.002-07:00

Well, I thought we were in the clear after little H lost his lunch (and dinner and breakfast) from both ends for the better part of last week. (look you chose to read my blog) But alas, miss L woke up suprised - and upset I might add - to find herself covered in her dinner. Poor girl. Poor us.

So, another day of pajamas...and towels all over the floor...and videos on repeat.

I have to say she is (so far) handling it much better than her brother. I know this is a huge generalization but in my experience men seem just a bit more dramatic than women when it comes to sickness. I think that holds true for babies too.

you think?

2009-02-13T20:19:00.002-07:00

rockers in footie pajamas

2009-02-13T20:10:00.005-07:00

twinnovative

2009-02-06T21:53:00.005-07:00

I created a new word today.

Twintrovert [Twin-trovert] - noun
Someone who is compelled to become outgoing and gregarious because of twins. Easily excited because there are not one, but two babies -at once - and they are related!

I'm driving home from Boulder today after a nice lunch with a friend. The babies relaxing in the back some milk. Sun is out, music playing. I am sitting at a double left red light and I glance to my car directly next to me.
A guy with his golden retriever riding shotgun.
He signals me to roll down my window. I'm thinking, "ahhh directions, I can handle that"

"Are those twins?" he yells out his window to me.

"Yeah, yup they are"

"I have twins too. They are nine though so we've been though it all."

"Oh, that's so great. So much fun, huh."

"Oh yes they are the best. I just can't believe how fast it goes by really." he lingers.

"Well, I've got to go, the light is now green. Bye."

I find this funny and ironic, not annoying. Never before have I made a friend at a red light until now. Babies bring out a smile in strangers but twins, twins has them encouraging you to roll down your window and share twinspirational stories. I am adapting, becoming a true twintrovert.

two smiles

2009-02-04T10:11:00.001-07:00

Look what Hudson can do!

2009-02-03T21:25:00.002-07:00

when you're one

2009-02-03T09:12:00.008-07:00

back at it

2009-02-02T21:49:00.012-07:00

I can't believe it but 4 weeks have passed since my last post.
No excuses - just planning, packing, two weeks in Mexico, unpacking, a mountain of laundry, and a one year birthday party. Whew!
We made it.
We made it through our first year with our babies. Not slide in by the seat of our pants either. If I do say so myself we did pretty darn good. The babies are still alive and well aren't they? Not without its challenges of course.
But overall, it's made me better - more patient, stronger, and maybe able to let go. There are moments when I still can't believe I have two (adorable) babies all my own.
Here is a sampling of our trip:

Our 15 minute winter adventure

2009-01-04T21:02:00.011-07:00

Three babies, two face plants, one luge, zero smiles, fifty pictures. The poker faces are Layla and Bella - those real tears are Hudson's. I'm going to go ahead and call it bearable.

was the season

2009-01-04T20:35:00.013-07:00

Here is a recap:

ok one more

2008-12-23T21:05:00.001-07:00

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

we elfed ourselves!

2008-12-23T20:42:00.001-07:00

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

office space

2008-12-20T10:56:00.006-07:00

I went to lunch with an old colleague the other day. Oh, just saying the word makes me giddy...Colleague.
See, I have been out of the workforce for about 11 months now and it already seems like a lifetime. It was one of those nice long leisurely lunches I remember - focusing on the conversation and food. Ahhh...
We actually talked business, the reason I was invited. After a few moments of getting the tune of the day (ring around the rosy or something like that) out of my head - I was back. I had the lingo, the ideas flowing, the perspectives on unruly employees. It felt so good.
I do miss working. I am jealous when my old co-workers can't meet as they are in Miami at a conference, working late together to meet a deadline, having drinks after a long day. There are days when I dream of being in charge of something other than a nap schedule, a puddle of spit-up, teething remedies.
But then, I think about my babies faces when they bang the drum in music class, their smiles when I go get them after a nap, the sweet way they explore my face when I feed them a bottle.

No way, I am not going to touch the working mom/stay at home mom debate with a 10-foot pole. What I will say is this: When I was struggling with my decision 11 months ago, a very smart person told me you have to make your choice on what suits your family. And, I agree, every family is different.
For our particular situation (infertility, twins, bed rest, preemies, nicu) I did consider going back to work but when I started interviewing nannies all I could think was - so this is the person that is going to spend the day with my babies. This lady will be having all the fun, see them smile and laugh and know that this cry means gas and not hunger. It was an easy decision after that.

So for now I will take the long lunch and savor it. Maybe use some spare moments and brainstorm new ideas I have for down the road. I'll sit and watch them learn to climb up the new slide and clap their hands at the top. I'll wipe up the spit-up puddle, the snotty noes. And, stay in my pajamas until... hmm I won't say.

merry merry

2008-12-15T08:18:00.005-07:00

The holiday picture attempt in which Hudson discovers snow and decides he is not a fan.

shake it

2008-12-09T19:20:00.005-07:00

I find myself singing a lot lately - interesting, classic numbers like "Open Shut Them", "Patty Cake", "If You're Happy and You Know It".
In the last week the babies have started "dancing". You can't really call it dancing since they don't walk but when they hear a good song they like to shake their booties right where they are.

Here is a good one of Hudson - I will try and get more of Miss L tomorrow...

chrismukkah

2008-12-08T10:28:00.011-07:00

How to delicately approach the sensitive topic of the holidays? I am going to give it a shot.

Growing up in the New York area, I felt surrounded by people who celebrated every holiday - from Christmas to Hanukkah to one lone person in my elementary class celebrating Kwanzaa. We were brought up Jewish and belonged to a reform temple in the area. We spent a lot of time with this community and I have very fond and distinct memories singing with the cantor at temple Friday nights, Hebrew school, the high holidays.

During the winter holidays however, being part of a interfaith family, we celebrated both Christmas and Hanukkah. I would tell everyone this was the best of both worlds - heck the more presents the better. But inside I was pretty confused - why was Santa coming to our house when he knew we were Jewish? Was this making me less Jewish? My other Jewish friends certainly didn't have a Christmas tree in their house.

So, here I am with kids facing my first attempt at the winter holidays. I have to preface this with a small truth that every year I turn into a bit of a grinch. I want to have sugar plum fairies dancing in my head but constantly feel myself getting annoyed with the population's assumption that everyone celebrates Christmas. And, I can't help but think it's somewhat regional. There simply aren't as many Jews out here in Colorado.

Am I "sooooo excited for Christmas this year?" the checkout lady asks. Ummm, No. Am I humming along to "It's Beginning to Look a lot like Christmas" for the 50th time? Not exactly. I guess what I want is for people to imagine a world where not everyone celebrates Christmas - there are others out there.

We have decided to raise our little ones Jewish - so in our home we are celebrating Hanukkah. With Damon's family we will celebrate Christmas. With mine, Hanukkah.

My goal this season is not to become the grinch for the sake of my kids - in a couple years they will look around with excitement and wonder in their eyes and certainly ask if Santa is coming down our chimney. I will need to have a good answer for them.

My hope is they don't feel my holiday confusion and resentment. I want them to know this time of year is for (the overly cliched) holiday spirit of family, friends, being kind to others. Of giving, and being thankful and getting together. Oh yeah, and also a "Happy Hannukah!" when the checkout lady wishes us yet another Merry Christmas.

Here is today's attempt....

How they're...

2008-12-03T14:00:00.003-07:00

Different*:

Layla finds most things funny, but you can make Hudson laugh and laugh.
Hudson loves his bottle and his blanket, Layla is ok to do without.
Layla loves all kinds of foods - she eats whatever we put on her tray, Hudson is a bit more picky and it takes him a few tries to get used to. Pineapple is still too much for him.
Hudson resists sleep but then quickly passes out, Layla winds herself down in her crib softly chatting and then falls asleep - and stays asleep for longer.
Layla loves a good snuggle, can sit in your arms and just look at a toy, her hands or mine, Hudson is go-go-go and his nick-name should really be Tigger.
Layla notices detail and is in love with her Daddy (mommy too but you should see her face when daddy walks in the room), Hudson plows through everything and I like to think is a mama's boy.

The same*:
They both love Baby Einstein - they literally freeze in their places to stare at the TV when it comes on. (doesn't every kid?)
They are both so goofy - they interact with each other and make the other one laugh many times during the day.
They both love exploring around the house together - finding new things (rolls of paper towels) to play with.
They both hate diaper changes, getting clothes on, and the cold moments after a warm bath.

*Today only -the way they change so fast I can't be responsible if all this changes by tomorrow...

smackdown

2008-12-02T09:05:00.008-07:00

HB is a bit of a bruiser - he steam rolls over his sister if she is in his way, steals her toys and her bottle. She is learning to stand up for herself though.

turkey day

2008-12-02T08:46:00.006-07:00

Eating, cooking, talking, drinking -just about sums it up. Did I say eating?

thank full

2008-11-26T15:06:00.008-07:00

Last year right at this time I was put on modified bed rest due to my contractions and pre-term labor at 25 weeks. We cancelled our annual feast with 20-something people and my in-laws, sis & bro in-law lovingly brought over a beautiful meal for us.
It was a quiet day - not the usual craziness.
We were scared. No, make that terrified, that I would go into full labor and have 25 week old babies or an unthinkable worse situation.
I can't help but look back and think - what was the universe trying to tell us? Not only did we have to wait over two years to get pregnant but to top it off early labor, bed rest, fear of losing it all. I'll stop there and save my lamenting about this topic for another post.

This post is about being thankful. Thankful because without our struggle I am just not sure we would have this much gratitude to have these two little ones in our lives. No, thankful doesn't even cover it.

Happy Thanksgiving!

yo tooth fairy

2008-11-24T13:29:00.003-07:00

Thankfully, my mom saved this funny letter, scanned it and sent it to me a few days ago.
First of all I am begging the fairy herself to "write back". When would she find the time with all that tooth collecting? What would she say?
Second, I can almost hear my New York accent in full force - "hey fairy lady, spaya me a cupulla dollas will ya?
And wait a second -now that I think about it how did my mom get this from the Tooth Fairy? Very suspicious.

standing O

2008-11-20T14:34:00.008-07:00

They learned a new trick this week.
Sharing? No.
Mopping the floors? Nooo.
Sitting quietly with a book while I nap. Nope.
Standing! Yayyyyyyyyy. (The biggest word in my vocabulary these days)
Hudson can actually pull himself up on the table. And Layla is not too far behind him. Amazing babies.

a new bow, a new hairstyle, a new day

2008-11-14T09:36:00.009-07:00

Mr. Puma

2008-11-12T13:15:00.006-07:00

A few days ago I found out one of my teachers from high school passed away. He found out he had stomach cancer in April and passed away September 13th of this year.

Before having kids, I should have suspected there would be this constant reminder of my own vitality. Although none of the parenting books, friends/family advice or intuition prepared me to this alarming detail. It's too overwhelming to process for very long. It's always the same thought: "but they need ME".

I am in the process of writing his wife a note to express how sorry I am. I want her to know he was such an amazing teacher and he will be missed. I want her to know when I heard this heartbreaking news - thinking about my teacher having six months to say goodbye to his family and praying his young kids will be okay without him - I hugged my kids a little tighter, played with them a little longer.

Because we only have this moment.

then this one.

This post is dedicated to Mr. Puma - he was my teacher and he was my friend.

freewheelin

2008-11-10T12:00:00.000-07:00

Nothing gets me much more excited than a new fleet of ride-on vehicles we just inherited from all of the cousins. Come spring, I see myself lining these cars out in the driveway much like a classic episode of MTV cribs. Cue the music and me shining up my cars. Ohh yeah - check it neighbors.

For entertainment and cuteness, we tested out two babies smushed inside together - of course Hudson took the wheel. A little too tight and the door would not close.

Then, they happily get to drive their own.

And in a perfectly timed moment while Daddy snaps away...

I swear we were laughing with him, not at him. Oh, and in case you might be concerned, he wasn't hurt at all - I grabbed him before he let go of his steering wheel death grip.

if they could talk

2008-11-07T10:09:00.000-07:00

"You have a little something on your face."

"Oh, how embarressing, where?"

"Right there."

"Here? Did I get it?"

"No, up a little, a little left, no - a bit lower. Yup, good enough"

the monkeys

2008-11-01T11:10:00.001-06:00

What can I say about Halloween?
It was chaos mixed with fun mixed with sugar-laden monsters (AND darth vader, rainbow care bear, mini mouse, luke skywalker, elmo, a fairy princess, elvira, a turtle, the monkeys, and of course buzz lightyear) We were running, literally running from house to house to keep up with the crew.
Even when Darth (he lets me call him that) crashed and burned down some stairs, he cried while sprinting to the next house. There is just no time for tears when free snickers are being passed out! I hear there is enough candy to last for maybe a few ~~months~~ ~~days~~ a day.
To infinity and beyond for sure.

here we come

2008-11-01T11:04:00.001-06:00

swingin

2008-10-29T19:09:00.000-06:00

We had a tire swing growing up. It was down a steep trail behind our house. There was a little playhouse cabin there too where my cousin Lori and I used to hide our treasures (I will save that for a different post).

The tire swing seemed like a good idea and I remember spending an awful lot of time down there - but unfortunately for us physics was not on our side. After a big push the tire would swing back and forth a couple times but eventually would circle back - right towards the trunk - slamming us against it. I distinctly remember putting my feet out - an effort to avoid a collision but it would only violently cause us to spin out of control. Oh those were the days.

Anyway, I installed a swing in our kitchen/hallway and the babies love it. It reminded me of those days - except that I try not to let the babies hit any walls or trees.

video

2008-10-25T10:41:00.001-06:00

Try the video again posted below under "silly monkeys" - I fixed it.
Next up I will catch them as they steal toys from each other - it's great entertainment (for now). Here is a preview:

pumpkin patch

2008-10-21T07:35:00.000-06:00

It's not just a novelty, it's a gift.
I promised them I won't take a moment for granted.
While it seems so trivial - packing up your offspring to pick out a large orange gourd to bring home - it's not. It was a beautiful day for us.

silly monkeys

2008-10-17T08:25:00.000-06:00

realization

2008-10-15T09:34:00.000-06:00

Yesterday as I am putting the babies in the car another mom pulls up and yells out her window, "You deserve a medal"

Me: "oh...thanks"

Other mom: "no really it's a thankless job and you deserve thanks"

Me: "I appreciate that" (now please drive away)

Having twins has really cracked the world wide open. It's as if a sign on our stroller reads - Please comment on my situation.

(Are they twins, I am a twin, I want twins, do you ever sleep, boy your hands are full, how did you make it out of the house, is one evil, and the list goes on)

Don't get me wrong I am not complaining - it's just that it happens when we are out and about. All. Day. Long.

After being stunned with the realization we are responsible for these two - really responsible - the world suddenly became a scary, I-am-never-leaving-my-kids-out-of-my-sight kind of place. But, it also became a beautiful, friendlier, more gentle place where people smile so big at your babies hoping they smile back.

everything's coming up hudson

2008-10-03T21:03:00.000-06:00

trip to north carolina

2008-10-03T20:45:00.000-06:00

We had so much fun in North Carolina - we went to the zoo, the beach, the museum. Layla fell in love with Georgie the kitty.
The babies did great on the airplane. Eisenman kicked our butts in foosball but what else is new.

buzzzzzz

2008-09-14T20:03:00.000-06:00

I know it's early but we are very excited for the big Halloween debut... now I need to turn our wagon into a hive.

eat, play, sleep...repeat

2008-09-03T11:40:00.000-06:00

fun times with cousin max

2008-09-03T11:33:00.001-06:00

made for two

2008-08-26T19:31:00.000-06:00

sleepover

2008-08-26T19:21:00.000-06:00

Layla and Hudson slept over at Auntie Jen and Uncle Sam's house this weekend. Sounds like it was fun for them and the boys. It was definitely a nice break - we even went to breakfast the next morning... luxury!

the maisch gaze....

max and layla

max and hudson

a pony, pleeeeeease

2008-08-18T15:33:00.000-06:00

Lohan found a new home at a farm in Parker. We are sad to let him go but he will have lots of attention and riders and other animals to play with. They are already calling him Moses since he is friends with all the sheep.
The babies loved seeing the adorable colt, pigs, chickens and bunnies.

olympic training

2008-08-11T21:59:00.000-06:00

afternoon at the zoo

2008-08-11T21:27:00.000-06:00

Layla checking out the seals

Hudson liked them too...

This polar bear wanted us to bring those cute little babies closer....

some cute ones

2008-08-07T20:30:00.000-06:00

chillin.

That tongue!

His first beer, awww....

soon enough huddy

gorgeous girl.

Like daddy - just less drool.

visitors

2008-08-07T20:21:00.000-06:00

Last Friday night Layla and Hudson had some adorable friends over - Lauren and Jason. (Amy and Jake's twins) L&H went off to sleep and we didn't catch a picture of all of them. Soon enough these four will be running around and playing.

Jason

Lauren

family

2008-07-30T08:51:00.000-06:00

photo credit: www. jencoetphotography.com

Six months

2008-07-29T15:23:00.000-06:00

Sweet Pea and Monkey -

You are six months old today! I just can't believe how fast the time went. I feel like we just brought you home yet it also feels like a lifetime ago when you were so little you couldn't even stay awake for too long and you slept on our chests.

These days you are doing so many new things and you just love to play with all the toys that have now taken over our living room... and the rest of our house.

Layla, you are a little lady after my own heart - you are usually very mellow and calm unless you want something or things have gotten too loud and overwheming for you. I feel the same way. You have a funny sense of humor and everything seems to make you giggle.

Hudson, you are such a little monkey! You love to stay busy and get excited to see new toys. You roll and roll to where you need to go. And you are silly - always looking for something to make you laugh.

I feel grateful to have you two in my life - and I am so thankful that I get to spend my days with you. The other day, there was a special moment when we were all sitting together in the chair. You both looked at each other and smiled and Layla you grabbed Hudson's hand. You just drank your milk holding hands - it was adorable.

I sat there, so content with my babies in my arms - just watching you. This moment is what I was waiting and hoping for all that time...

Love you -

Your mama

texting 101 (edited)

2008-07-27T19:06:00.000-06:00

So I have heard that these "codes" are too "difficult" to decipher. Here are the translations...

Ava + Layla = BFFN+CS 4EAE (Best friends for now + cousins for ever and ever)

Kevin + Damon + Hudson = BGB 4EAE (best golf buddies for ever and ever)
(best golf buddies)

Hope that helps! : )

hot dad

2008-07-27T19:00:00.000-06:00

Parenting magazine has a section where you can submit a "Hot Dad". I am submitting Damon because he is so loving with his babies, he takes over when I get tired, and even helps with the dirtiest of diapers. For this, he gets the hot dad award.

a (half) day in the life of hudson

2008-07-20T20:55:00.001-06:00

the hills are alive....

2008-07-20T20:45:00.001-06:00

with the sounds of Layla....

4th of July

2008-07-12T11:21:00.000-06:00

Fireworks, barking dogs, longest parade ever, Max biking all the way downtown, the hot tub and a new famous steamboat "pancake puff" breakfast. We had a great 4th this year in Steamboat.

18 hours 15 minutes starting.... now

2008-07-11T21:41:00.000-06:00

Not that I am counting but Damon arrives home from his week away less than 24 hours from now. We've missed him!
I caught these two plotting (pretending to nap) on how to torture daddy when he arrives home...

photo shoot

2008-07-11T21:33:00.000-06:00

The credit for these photos goes to my mom. Poor Hudson was so tired and Layla spit up all over her dress moments before these were taken but they turned out pretty nice.

daily dose of cuteness

2008-06-24T22:21:00.000-06:00

tadpoles

2008-06-23T20:15:00.000-06:00

Layla giggled for the first time...

2008-06-18T14:47:00.000-06:00

...on Father's Day! Damon was so happy.

father's day

2008-06-18T14:21:00.002-06:00

We started the day with brunch in downtown Erie with Grandma & Grandpa. Layla was still a little sleepy.

Then, we went to an afternoon BBQ at the Welty's. I made this big cookie for the event - a special treat for my brother-in-law. Yep, twin moms can bake too! (a big thank you to Lori's Big Cookie Decorating Service to make it look extra special)

Had to get in their US Open fix:

Great Aunt Peggy, the girls and Hudson:

Poor Butters

they'll never fight

2008-06-12T22:01:00.000-06:00

the sandbox

2008-06-12T21:28:00.000-06:00

We have officially kicked off "Tuesday Afternoon Club" (TAC). Five adults, Nine kids (Monica and Aida met us too!), Colorado sunshine, sand toys. Girls, THIS really is why we live here.

Next time someone needs to bring a box of wine.

Auntie Niki

2008-06-08T20:21:00.000-06:00

Auntie Niki came in for a visit and met the babies. We had a great time.... H&L miss you auntie!

hudson smiles video

2008-06-03T12:05:00.000-06:00

layla smiles video

2008-06-03T10:39:00.000-06:00

failed photo op

2008-05-24T22:24:00.000-06:00

The girls really wanted to hold the babies. We tried to capture it....maybe next time.

getting him started early

2008-05-24T22:15:00.001-06:00

special visit

2008-05-24T21:52:00.000-06:00

I really gave Ayesha the full experience of having twins. It was so great to have her here - even though it was short. I took full advantage - she fed babies, carried babies, walked babies. We had a great day! (hopefully she did too!)

stroller monkeys

2008-05-20T22:20:00.000-06:00

miss laylee

2008-05-20T22:06:00.000-06:00

Sometimes bath time at our house can be a bit hectic. But yesterday everyone was so calm and relaxed - especially Layla. She loved getting her picture taken with her bunny towel...

a happy day

2008-05-12T11:15:00.000-06:00

After several years of dreading this day, and last year holding my breath for what felt like the whole day, I finally got to celebrate with everyone. It was an amazingly beautiful day for me. I am thankful and I have never felt so blessed.

duck feet

2008-05-02T21:34:00.000-06:00

It was cold the last few days here in Colorado - it snowed on Thursday! We tried out the new slippers we got.

Happy...

Not so happy...

Bella loves her babies.. (or it was 5:01 and she wanted her dinner)

awwww

2008-04-29T21:47:00.000-06:00

We had some professional photos done recently - here are a few:

weekend

2008-04-29T21:24:00.000-06:00

We had a great weekend - hung out with the Goldman's, went on a long walk at Dry Creek, and just enjoyed the spring in Colorado.

It's so much fun to see Max & Elliot play with the babies. Hudson just stares at his future playmates.

I am still trying to catch Layla smiling - she is an elusive bugger. Here is the best I could do for now:

grossly normal

2008-04-25T21:11:00.001-06:00

We are so relieved that Layla's MRI came back normal. The worst part was passing her to the nurse and kissing her goodbye. We were so scared. But, they took great care of her. When we came back in she was still asleep wrapped in warm blankets (and in her tiny hospital gown) with a hot pack underneath her. She looked so peaceful.

It was a rough night though of her being off her schedule - she ate about every 2- 2 1/2 hrs.

Plus, they expected a grown human to sleep on the tiny twin sized pullout in the room. We defied their odds and D and I both smushed into the bed until I decided to sleep in the chair with little Layla.

Hudson had quite an adventure with Grandma Suzie. I hear he got the oil changed, played with his cousins, napped on the spiderman couch and finished off his night with sushi with the girls. He's soon going to realize how boring his days are just drinking milk with me.

In other news, the babies are smiling more and more at us. It's so exciting to actually see them reacting to us and their surr0undings. Every day they are cuter.

Buddha baby

She wants to smile!

Snuggled in for the morning...

new day

2008-04-22T21:34:00.000-06:00

Today I crossed over.

I was anointed a SAHM - I told the company my decision to stay home with my babies. I am so thrilled to spend time with the monkeys but also sad to leave my friends, my work, my career. I keep hearing I will never look back so here goes.

D and I always joke, "these babies are really going to owe us" but truthfully I think I am going to owe them. Today I cleaned out my office, the one that looks out over Pearl Street, natural light streaming in, here is what I thought of: