Wait for it, Wait for it... Kieran's First Steps!

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Excitement in Our House!

I am so proud of my boys. Finley is playing with his little Leap Frog radio he received for his birthday from his friend Jennifer and he is imitating the sounds so well. He just did the "d" sound great. He's been going around the house doing that and saying "d" words and now I know why.

And what is Kieran up to? Well, only standing up on his own without holding on and taking three steps right in front of my eyes (of course with no camera in sight) JUST NOW!!

I was shocked that he let go and just did that. He then fell down and didn't seem at all bothered that he fell down. Finley watched this all and laughed but then I saw him practicing his walking more (to perfect it). I bet he's thinking, "No way, Kieran will run past me!"

Update: While typing this, Kieran just did it again! I am bound and determined to get a photo or video!

Ok, just had to brag on my boys a bit. Now back to your regularly scheduled surfing, laundry or baby wrangling.

Do Mommies Get Sick Days?

So, here's my question for today: Who takes care of the caretaker when she's sick?

"Do you think I can trust this guy with my hot rod, Mommy?"

"I think the problem is under the hood, sir."

Both the boys are sick and, of course, they gave it to mommy. Before I had kids, I could just take a sick day and bundle up in a blanket and watch reruns of A Baby Story. Since I haven't taught the dogs how to change diapers, pour milk into sippy cups, stack blocks or tuck in babies, I don't think I'll be getting a sick day today (or anytime soon for that matter). I wish curing a cold was as easy as fixing a car.
 

So, how do caretakers "get lots of rest" as the doctor's suggest? I always wondered why I seldom hear of a doctor or nurse calling in sick. Do they take some super vitamin to prevent getting sick from those they take care of? Just think about it... doctors and nurses are CONSTANTLY around sick people. I guess it's true that your immunity to certain illnesses increases the more you are exposed.

Maybe there's a light at the end of the tunnel then. Maybe being the caretaker is actually helping me gain immunity to all these toddler and baby bugs. I have to look on the bright side, right?

Now, I'm off to make some hot tea for me and snuggle a couple of sick babies. Hey, it's that or do a video review where I sound like Kermit's long lost sister.

Have a wonderful (and healthy) Monday, y'all!

It's Not Time That Ages Us, It's Kids

I was lamenting to my sister via e-mail how I will never sleep again. My 2-year-old has figured out how to climb out of his crib. He greeted me in the kitchen this morning with a smile. Imagine my shock since I thought he was still sleeping soundly in bed. This weekend we are triple baby proofing (even more so than now). His brother is a master mimic so I surely don't need two toddlers climbing out of their beds on two ends of the house during the night.

It's true, I may never sleep again. I remember when the boys were really small babies and my mom friends and I would wonder aloud when we'd all get to sleep through the night again. I used to think after they were about a year old, then I thought maybe when they are 18, but now I think I may NEVER sleep well again. And, is that a grey hair? I am pretty sure I see a couple new wrinkles that weren't on my face prior to April 2007 as well.

Anyway, my sister mentioned an old song by Lonestar called "Mr. Mom". Of course, I had to go listen to it and watch the video. Haha! Okay, I needed this.

So, next time hubby asks you, "What do you do all day while I'm at work?" you can offer to trade or just show him this video. It's the HARDEST job I've ever done for sure but, like I always say, it's the only job I know of that is totally worth all the worry and lost sleep.

Wordless Wednesday

Last Friday, we had a picnic lunch in the park after one of my son's doctor appointments and as we were walking around we came across a Japanese Garden. Here are a few photos I took. Can anyone help me identify the flowers?

The ducks are Kujo Duck and his wife Mrs. Kujo Duck. They reminded me of hungry dogs. I was trying to feed my kids Goldfish crackers and had to move because they were trying to eat the food from my babies' hands (and not gently).

Simple Pleasures

The weather has been pretty and a little cooler than usual (although it's getting hot again) and the boys have enjoyed spending more time outdoors. Yesterday the boys helped water the plants (and dump out the plants) and weed the flower beds. Finley thought the sprinkler was for making little boys grow, not flowers.

Honest mistake!

Kieran found a nice place to relax and read a book with no interruptions...

Finley Was in Aunt Aimie's Wedding!

Congratulations to Aunt Aimie and Uncle Jason. The wedding was beautiful. Thank you for having us be a part of it.

Here is a little video montage of the boys at the wedding. You can see Finley walking down the aisle and Kieran dancing. The photographer took a ton of photos and I can't wait to see them!

Here Comes The Toddler!

My sister is getting married this weekend. I am excited and so very happy for her. I am also a tiny tad nervous.

Why?

Well, my adorable, sweet, precious, oldest son is going to be in the wedding. He won't actually be carrying the ring (thank goodness, I don't need that stress lol) but he will be "walking" down the aisle. I think technically his title will be cutebearer. He will be the one bearing the cute. hehe

Anyway, I am nervous because he's still a very cautious walker. Some of you may know that he's had four surgeries and is a little delayed in the walking department. He will walk holding your pinky like a pro and will take steps on his own but his preferred transportation method is crawling. He is a speedy pro crawler and could win an Olympic crawling event.

The first time I was in a wedding, I was older and able to follow directions. He's an energetic toddler motivated by Curious George, bananas and music. When they play the music for the bride to march down the aisle to, he will probably do his silly Curious George dance.

The photos in this post are of me in my oldest sisters wedding when I was around five years old in the 70s:

Cute, huh?

Soooo... the reason for this rambling post is to ask for advice. Does anyone have any advice on how to keep him calm? I don't think he'll stand still once we get to the front. I am curious if anyone else has had a small child in their wedding or had their own small child in a wedding. I am a bridesmaid so my husband will be available to step in if need be. I look forward to your advice and tips. Have a nice weekend!

Sweet and Innocent? Maybe!

During nap time today, I was working on posts for a wonderful new blog project I have been invited to participate in. This is a fun, new concept and I can't wait to share more info with you all soon, but until then, I thought I'd show you my sweet kids today.

This is my youngest son being good. Was he or was he not getting into trouble mere seconds before this photo was taken? I'll never tell.

Hrm, my oldest son seems a bit skeptical. What do you think?

All I will say is SOMETHING tired these sweet boys out! They fell asleep during quiet time before I could put them in their separate cribs. lol

Happy Mother's Day

I want to send a big Happy Mother's Day to all of the mothers out there.

I was out of town until today. My boys spent the weekend with daddy and their grandparents and had a wonderful time but I missed all three of my boys terribly (and my furbabies too). We came home to the electricity out on our street and a dead microwave, but it was still a blessed day because I was able to spend time with my boys. They are my greatest joy.

I am very exhausted and about to head to bed now, but I hope it was a wonderful day for all of you mothers and my wish is that you have a wonderful week as well.

Motherhood might be the most difficult job that many of us have but it is truly the most rewarding, in my opinion.