Clare Ann

Isaac John

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

One Month Myles

Our first month with Myles has literally FLOWN!

The big kids are absolutely enamored with him.

He thinks they're pretty interesting...
although sometimes a bit intrusive of his personal space.

His chicken legs are bulking up, and his chins are rapidly multiplying. 
BUT...according to his one-month appointment, he's still a little peanut.
Weight - 9 lbs. 2 oz. = 20th percentile
Length - 21 inches = 15th percentile
Head Circumference - 15 inches = 25th percentile

Daddy is the Gas Whisperer.  I don't know if Clare and Isaac were spared of the terrible tummy issues, or if enough time has passed that we've forgotten the intensity of it, but Phil has effectively learned how to relieve the gas that plagues Myles' poor little tummy every night.  I can do another post on that later.  :)

Even though it has only been one month, and we've had tremendous help and support since he was born, we feel like the transition from 2 to 3 kiddos has been easier than 1 to 2.  I may rescind that comment down the road.
A friend took some newborn pictures last weekend.  
These were on my camera, but I think it's an amateur glimpse of what hers will look like.  Yeah!

Myles has become a great night-time sleeper.  Over the last week, he has slept a few 8-9 hour stretches.  We typically put him down for good around 9:00 or 9:30 PM, and he sleeps soundly until 5:30ish.  The first few weeks weren't that smooth, but we're counting our blessings now.

 Papa was here for 4 weeks, and he was a hero to all of us.  The kids loved going on countless outings with him, and I was blessed to have so much one-on-one time with Myles.  Win-Win-Win!!!

I am so thrilled to have another little boy.  I always thought that I was going to be a mother of little girls, but I just can't get enough of my little boys.

Just for Fun...
Isaac at 1 Month (see post)

Clare at 1 Month (see post)

Monday, November 11, 2013

Isaac is "Free"

This little guy is now 3...or as he calls it..."FREE!"

I know it is totally cliche to say that it feels like just yesterday that we brought him home from the hospital, but I really can't believe that he is already 3.

Until 4 weeks ago, he was still my baby.

Now he's the big boy.


Isaac has a great sense of humor, and he knows when he's being funny.   

He LOVES animals, and he has no fear (almost to a fault).

He enjoys being around people...especially Papa and Sissy.  

This was his first birthday present (a day early), and he was pretty pumped!

The birthday boy had fun with balloons decorating the house, McDonalds for breakfast (with Papa, Daddy, and Clare), Chick-Fil-A for lunch with the whole gang, and some special gifts from family.

Zip Track was the highlight of the day...and not just for the birthday boy.

The fact that we've already gone through three batteries indicates two things: the car has poor battery life, and the Zip Track has already provided hours of fun, entertainment, and creative play!

Isaac requested a Bob and Larry cake.  I've never bought a professional cake, and I didn't think that this was the time to start.  So, with my limited decorating prowess, this was Isaac's birthday cake.  

He certainly didn't mind that it looked kind of funny, and he consumed ample amounts of frosting to top off his fun-filled birthday.

He sang "Happy Birthday" to himself throughout the day, and I think it was an all-around great day for our little "free" year-old.
Big Boy:
38 lbs of solid BOY
40 inches tall
(Both of which are in the 90th - 95th percentile)

Isaac LOVES:
- Clare and Baby Myles
- Special outings with Papa
- Veggies Tales (Bob and Larry)
- The Elmo Show at Busch Gardens
- The Grover Coaster and Flume rides at Busch Gardens
- Telling Knock Knock Jokes
- Being Outside
- Animals of any kind
- Popsicles
- Apples (if he gets to eat the whole thing like a big boy)
- Noodles (particularly with butter and salt)
- Riding his bike
- Going to church (Sunday school class)
- Going to the park
- Puzzles
- Cars, Trucks, Trains
- Putting things together and taking them apart
- Cuddle Time
- Prayer Time (his prayers are the highlight of my day!)

Isaac Isn't Fond Of:
- Vegetables
- Pooping on the Potty
- Waiting
- Keeping his shoes on
- Bug Bites (he scratches them until they bleed and scar)
- Being so far away from family

I have such a soft spot in my heart for Isaac.  He is tender-hearted, goofy, energetic, playful, and full of life.  He's my special little man, and I can't wait to watch him grow up!  Happy 3rd Birthday, Isaac John!

Sunday, November 3, 2013

Halloween Happenings

Halloween was a few days ago, but we're still recovering from all the pumpkins, parties, and SUGAR!

Clare was a cowgirl for a couple of parties this year.
Her hat lit up, and she had pink boots.  What more could a girl ask for?!

Papa had his three buddies.
What more could a Grandpa ask for?!

Isaac and a bucket full of candy.
What more could an almost-3-year-old ask for?!

Cuddled in Mommy's arms (and waving or high-fiving in his sleep).
What more could a 2-week-old ask for?

Corrie with her smiling kiddos.
What more could a Mama ask for?!

One of our annual Halloween traditions is attending the Trunk-Or-Treat festivities at First United Methodist Church.
The kids have a blast, and they make quite a haul.

This little moment brought back a flood of memories.  I loved watching the kids compare their loot, trade for their favorites, and beg to eat "just one more."

The inflatables were a hit...especially with sugar coursing through their veins.

Halloween Morning...complete with Pumpkin Pancakes!

Clare was a cowgirl at her school party as well.

Her school sets up several outdoor activities, 
and they travel as a class from one game to the next.

Clare's Kindergarten Class...
The only girl amongst a bunch of "silly boys."

Phil with a tractor...a trailer...and some straw.
What more could a big boy want?!

Phil excitedly set up a hayride for trick-or-treating in the neighborhood.

The kids were THRILLED!
Myles really couldn't have cared less, but at least he was safe and snuggly.

Happy Family

On the actual night of Halloween, Clare wanted to be Pippi Longstocking.

We crafted a costume out of random things at home, and she loved it.

Isaac didn't care about his costume as long as he had his pumpkin!

Myles was along for the ride...
The poor little guy was roasting because it was still in the upper-80's, and we had him in a fleece sleeper.  Halloween in Florida!  :)

Until next year...