I know it doesn't really make sense for the p.s. to show up before the other posts, but hey, that's the way it goes...
Pat- Thanks for the words of support on size! I figure they've got plenty of time to grow, and I'm just hoping they get the genes of all the family members besides Todd and I, because most everyone in our families is much better off in the height department than we are!
Julia- I've heard that I was quite the loud baby. I think Todd must have been quieter, and our genes cancelled each other out. So far, Evan and Joel aren't unbearable... so far...
We love to get your comments. It always surprises us to see who all is reading the blog!
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
So Much To Share photo's cont'd
Momma and her cubby bear Joel:
Grandpa Adrian and Grandma Linda enjoyed pushing the stroller!
The White Boys... all four of them:
The boys were sick of the camera, but this camel was proud to pose!
Back at Mamaw's house (she was in Texas, so didn't get to see the boys this time).
Family Picture (Sarah and Evan, Todd and Joel)
Something must be really interesting down there...
Brotherly love!
We haven't quite mastered kissing without eating the entire face yet!
Nana and Joel:
Nana and Evan:
Future ladykillers:
Oh, and the latest stats (from today's appointment):
Joel: 25 1/2" tall, 16lb 12oz
Evan: 25 1/2" tall, 15lb 8oz
Still a bit of difference in size!
Some exciting news...
Joel sat up on his own for a few minutes today!!
Evan cut a tooth today! (It's been two months in the making!)
Okay, time to climb into bed. G'night, all!
Grandpa Adrian and Grandma Linda enjoyed pushing the stroller!
The White Boys... all four of them:
The boys were sick of the camera, but this camel was proud to pose!
Back at Mamaw's house (she was in Texas, so didn't get to see the boys this time).
Family Picture (Sarah and Evan, Todd and Joel)
Something must be really interesting down there...
Brotherly love!
We haven't quite mastered kissing without eating the entire face yet!
Nana and Joel:
Nana and Evan:
Future ladykillers:
Oh, and the latest stats (from today's appointment):
Joel: 25 1/2" tall, 16lb 12oz
Evan: 25 1/2" tall, 15lb 8oz
Still a bit of difference in size!
Some exciting news...
Joel sat up on his own for a few minutes today!!
Evan cut a tooth today! (It's been two months in the making!)
Okay, time to climb into bed. G'night, all!
So Much To Share! Part Deux
Once upon a time, there were two teachers who looked forward to their Spring Break, a full week off of work. Then one of those teachers left work and became a mom... no more break. The other teacher became an administrator with a year round contract.... no more break. Thankfully, they have fabulous little boys that make it completely worth having no more breaks!
We've finally stepped into the real world! This was the first time in our adult lives (well, actually, since Kindergarten, if you want to be exact) that we have not had Spring Break. Todd ended up taking a few days off of work, though, and we headed down to visit his grandma (near St. Louis.) The past few months of her life have been pretty rough, so it was nice that she was able to spend time with "her boys". Joel and Evan were very good in the car both there and back (about 5 hours each way), but we realized that is about how far they can travel and that's it. Another hour and I think we would have had major meltdowns to deal with.
We looked forward to the beautiful weather that we knew awaited... after all, we still had snow in our forecast, but the weather down south should be beautiful, right? We drove down, and as we approached the Alton area, the rain started. We ended up with a torrential downpour that lasted a two days. So much for getting out and enjoying the sun!
Nevertheless, Saturday was rain free, so we were able to head to St. Louis zoo to enjoy a somewhat decent day outside. The boys were in fairly good spirits, and Todd's dad and stepmom drove up to join us at the zoo. It turned out to be a great time for all of us.
Here are pictures of the trip:
Bundled up at the zoo (are these not the most adorable hats you've ever seen?!)
Joel's awake, Evan's asleep
Checking out the penguins
Evan's awake, Joel's asleep
Grandma Linda and Joel enjoying each other's company
I think this picture is fantastic. Good job, Todd!
"I'm talking to you!" "No, I'M talking to YOU!"
We've finally stepped into the real world! This was the first time in our adult lives (well, actually, since Kindergarten, if you want to be exact) that we have not had Spring Break. Todd ended up taking a few days off of work, though, and we headed down to visit his grandma (near St. Louis.) The past few months of her life have been pretty rough, so it was nice that she was able to spend time with "her boys". Joel and Evan were very good in the car both there and back (about 5 hours each way), but we realized that is about how far they can travel and that's it. Another hour and I think we would have had major meltdowns to deal with.
We looked forward to the beautiful weather that we knew awaited... after all, we still had snow in our forecast, but the weather down south should be beautiful, right? We drove down, and as we approached the Alton area, the rain started. We ended up with a torrential downpour that lasted a two days. So much for getting out and enjoying the sun!
Nevertheless, Saturday was rain free, so we were able to head to St. Louis zoo to enjoy a somewhat decent day outside. The boys were in fairly good spirits, and Todd's dad and stepmom drove up to join us at the zoo. It turned out to be a great time for all of us.
Here are pictures of the trip:
Bundled up at the zoo (are these not the most adorable hats you've ever seen?!)
Joel's awake, Evan's asleepChecking out the penguins
Evan's awake, Joel's asleepGrandma Linda and Joel enjoying each other's company
I think this picture is fantastic. Good job, Todd!
"I'm talking to you!" "No, I'M talking to YOU!"
So Much To Share! Part 1
Well, we've had computer woes, but thankfully we solved the problem, so I can finally catch up on posting! What a busy month March turned out to be. We had the boys dedication, then Easter, then went to visit Todd's grandma in southern IL. Add a few doctor's appointments, swimming lessons, playdates, and it makes for a month that just flew by!
So, here are some pictures of our little super troopers:
Easter: Didn't get many pictures that weekend; my mom and aunt (and families) came over on Saturday to celebrate. I didn't get pictures because they specifically told me they do not want to have their photos posted on this blog! So complain to your sisters, not me, Marcia and Karla!) On Sunday, we went to Maggiano's with Dad, Jessi, Alex, Carolynn, Gramma, and Grampa. Eight adults, and not one thought to bring a camera! So I took a few pictures at home.. the boys were crabby and ready for bed, but darnit, I was going to capture their first Easter regardless! We would have loved to do pictures outside, but lo and behold, this never-ending winter dumped another seven inches of snow on us two days prior... so photos are inside as always.
The boys' dedication was the Sunday before Easter. They were so well behaved! Everyone who came (family and friends who live nearby) took pictures, but getting them to turn out was another story (bad lighting.) But here is what we captured at home. Todd thought it would be great to take individual pictures, then crop them into a beautiful garden scene so we could make it look like the boys were sitting in a field of flowers.
Notice you aren't looking at an image of the boys sitting in a field of flowers. Instead, look at the blanket on the couch. Almost as nice...
(In case you're not sure, the first two are Evan, the next two are Joel.) Maybe they aren't sitting in flowers, but who needs a nice backdrop when you've got such handsome subjects, anyway!
So, here are some pictures of our little super troopers:
Easter: Didn't get many pictures that weekend; my mom and aunt (and families) came over on Saturday to celebrate. I didn't get pictures because they specifically told me they do not want to have their photos posted on this blog! So complain to your sisters, not me, Marcia and Karla!) On Sunday, we went to Maggiano's with Dad, Jessi, Alex, Carolynn, Gramma, and Grampa. Eight adults, and not one thought to bring a camera! So I took a few pictures at home.. the boys were crabby and ready for bed, but darnit, I was going to capture their first Easter regardless! We would have loved to do pictures outside, but lo and behold, this never-ending winter dumped another seven inches of snow on us two days prior... so photos are inside as always.
The boys' dedication was the Sunday before Easter. They were so well behaved! Everyone who came (family and friends who live nearby) took pictures, but getting them to turn out was another story (bad lighting.) But here is what we captured at home. Todd thought it would be great to take individual pictures, then crop them into a beautiful garden scene so we could make it look like the boys were sitting in a field of flowers.
Notice you aren't looking at an image of the boys sitting in a field of flowers. Instead, look at the blanket on the couch. Almost as nice...
(In case you're not sure, the first two are Evan, the next two are Joel.) Maybe they aren't sitting in flowers, but who needs a nice backdrop when you've got such handsome subjects, anyway!
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Comparison Pictures
Thought I'd post a few pictures of Todd and I when we were babies. I think the boys are really a combination of the two of us (duh), because there are certain times I think they look like me, and other times they look a lot like Todd.
Here is the only picture we have of Todd as a baby:
And this is me at 6 months (same age as the boys):
Me again:
So? Any opinions? (Here are a couple of recent pics that I had ready to go on the computer... not the best for comparing, but there are already plenty of photos of the boys you can compare!)
Here is the only picture we have of Todd as a baby:
And this is me at 6 months (same age as the boys):
Me again:
So? Any opinions? (Here are a couple of recent pics that I had ready to go on the computer... not the best for comparing, but there are already plenty of photos of the boys you can compare!)
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Six months!
The website is not letting me post images at the moment, so I'll have to add those later. I did promise an update, though, so figured I'd better get it posted while I have a moment. (I don't really have a moment- both boys are loudly protesting me putting them down for naps- but I like to think that I'm the one running this place sometimes, so I'm doing my best to ignore them.)
Alright, here we go!
Joel's current stats: Height 25" Weight 16lb 2oz Head 17"
(At four months, he was H 23 1/2" W 14lb 7 1/2oz Head 16 1/2")
Evan's current stats: Height 25 1/2" W 14lb 1oz Head 16 1/2"
(At four months, he was H 23 1/2" W 13lb 5 1/2 oz Head 16")
So both have grown, but now seem to be slowing quite a bit. There are both small for their age, but are doing well when taking into account they were preemies.
Daily Life: (Pause to stop the crying... and resume)
Oh, the little dolls are growing! Time is (say it with me, folks) FLYING by. Who'd have thought six months could pass so quickly?? I'm already working planning their birthday party, which is going to be here before we realize it.
Life is full on fun now. I feel so happy all the time. I truly am SO blessed, and I swear having twins feels like I've won the lottery. We stilll have crying bouts (particularly around naptime), but for the most party, these are happy, smiling little boys who want to have fun! They love their jumper; I think we need to get a second one, because now they try to jump while in their stationery saucers. They LOVE food, of course. I'm still nursing, which seems to amaze everyone, but really, bottles sound like such a hassle to me that I couldn't imagine doing things any other way. In addition to their milk, they eat all sorts of foods, including avocado, bananas, pears, squash... they seem to love it all (Joel is particularly fond of sweets, I notice!) I make most of their food in the processor, which saves a ton of money and allows me to give them organic and preservative-free. They recently started learning how to use a sippy cup, so they get water occasionally (to practice) and that is a big treat to them!
They are looking more alike as each day goes by, so people are always asking how we tell them apart. It's fairly easy in person, because they have such personality differences! Evan is a t.v. junkie... he's definitely going to be a visual learner. He particularly enjoys Ellen DeGeneres (I think maybe because her show has a lot of laughter?) and Jon and Kate Plus 8 (probably because of all the noise.) He also loves his fish tank and enjoys watching them swim around.
Joel is my sweet bouncy boy. He wants nothing to do with television. He just wants to be held, or standing up and jumping all the time! We're having trouble working on "sitting up" because when I try to put him in position he pushes himself into a standing position instead. He laughs up a storm and finds it quite humorous when Mommy gets frustrated. Both boys are big time gigglers; Joel cracks up if I call him a "bad boy" and I "spank" his butt. (We learned this when I was patting his butt dry one day.) They take my breath away. What angels.
We are on the hunt for a new pediatrican (again- this will be #3.) Their doctor is moving downtown, and that would be way too much of a hassle to deal with. So if anyone local knows anyone good, please email me! Joel has been a bit sick this week (just a cold), but I felt quite helpless not really having a doctor to call. I was so proud when the boys turned six months without having even a day of sickness between them. At six months and one day, Joel came down with his cold. Oh well. It was a good streak.
Oh, I want everyone to know that all our dogs are in their new homes now. Reuben and Remmie stayed together; the couple is fantastic, and we are in touch often. They seem to be adjusting really well overall. I know that they are so much better off in their new family than they would have been with us at this point in time, so though we miss them, we are confident that giving them up was the right choice. We don't know anything about Jack's new home, but he was so happy-go-lucky that we know he is fine wherever he is. (The shelter is VERY good at screening potential adopters, so we he went somewhere that will treat him well.)
All in all, life is wonderful, parenthood is a blast.
Alright, here we go!
Joel's current stats: Height 25" Weight 16lb 2oz Head 17"
(At four months, he was H 23 1/2" W 14lb 7 1/2oz Head 16 1/2")
Evan's current stats: Height 25 1/2" W 14lb 1oz Head 16 1/2"
(At four months, he was H 23 1/2" W 13lb 5 1/2 oz Head 16")
So both have grown, but now seem to be slowing quite a bit. There are both small for their age, but are doing well when taking into account they were preemies.
Daily Life: (Pause to stop the crying... and resume)
Oh, the little dolls are growing! Time is (say it with me, folks) FLYING by. Who'd have thought six months could pass so quickly?? I'm already working planning their birthday party, which is going to be here before we realize it.
Life is full on fun now. I feel so happy all the time. I truly am SO blessed, and I swear having twins feels like I've won the lottery. We stilll have crying bouts (particularly around naptime), but for the most party, these are happy, smiling little boys who want to have fun! They love their jumper; I think we need to get a second one, because now they try to jump while in their stationery saucers. They LOVE food, of course. I'm still nursing, which seems to amaze everyone, but really, bottles sound like such a hassle to me that I couldn't imagine doing things any other way. In addition to their milk, they eat all sorts of foods, including avocado, bananas, pears, squash... they seem to love it all (Joel is particularly fond of sweets, I notice!) I make most of their food in the processor, which saves a ton of money and allows me to give them organic and preservative-free. They recently started learning how to use a sippy cup, so they get water occasionally (to practice) and that is a big treat to them!
They are looking more alike as each day goes by, so people are always asking how we tell them apart. It's fairly easy in person, because they have such personality differences! Evan is a t.v. junkie... he's definitely going to be a visual learner. He particularly enjoys Ellen DeGeneres (I think maybe because her show has a lot of laughter?) and Jon and Kate Plus 8 (probably because of all the noise.) He also loves his fish tank and enjoys watching them swim around.
Joel is my sweet bouncy boy. He wants nothing to do with television. He just wants to be held, or standing up and jumping all the time! We're having trouble working on "sitting up" because when I try to put him in position he pushes himself into a standing position instead. He laughs up a storm and finds it quite humorous when Mommy gets frustrated. Both boys are big time gigglers; Joel cracks up if I call him a "bad boy" and I "spank" his butt. (We learned this when I was patting his butt dry one day.) They take my breath away. What angels.
We are on the hunt for a new pediatrican (again- this will be #3.) Their doctor is moving downtown, and that would be way too much of a hassle to deal with. So if anyone local knows anyone good, please email me! Joel has been a bit sick this week (just a cold), but I felt quite helpless not really having a doctor to call. I was so proud when the boys turned six months without having even a day of sickness between them. At six months and one day, Joel came down with his cold. Oh well. It was a good streak.
Oh, I want everyone to know that all our dogs are in their new homes now. Reuben and Remmie stayed together; the couple is fantastic, and we are in touch often. They seem to be adjusting really well overall. I know that they are so much better off in their new family than they would have been with us at this point in time, so though we miss them, we are confident that giving them up was the right choice. We don't know anything about Jack's new home, but he was so happy-go-lucky that we know he is fine wherever he is. (The shelter is VERY good at screening potential adopters, so we he went somewhere that will treat him well.)
All in all, life is wonderful, parenthood is a blast.
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