Sniff, sniff

Today was my first day back at work since I had the boys.  It was definitely hard and I did cry, although I did my very best to keep my chin up and move on with things.  Until this morning, I haven't been away from my two beautiful boys for more than 3 hours so it took a little to adjust to life without them as a constant part of my day.  Luckily I work with some amazing people and they made sure that I had a memorable first day back at work.  There were streamers and signs waiting for me at my desk, pictures of Alex and Will taped to walls, a morning dash for coffee, an afternoon trip to lunch, and plenty of hello's and hugs.  I was very well taken care of and I am very grateful to have such a great crowd to spend my days with.  Now all I have to do is get up tomorrow and do it all over again...

Alexander and William checking out 

their new home away from home.

 

 Alexander charmed everyone 

with his sweet little smile.

William was soaking up the details 

and assessing the scene.

Mama was holding on tight and showering 

heads and hands with kisses.

 

Milestone Mania

It's official, William is rolling over!  Aaron and I were totally shocked when he rolled over in his crib for the first time this afternoon.  He did it three times in a row and probably would have kept going if he wasn't so hungry.  Our little man is growing up so fast!

He was feeling dapper and grownup in his new jeans
(worn for the first time today).

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Go Alex Go!

 

This little man rolled over for the first time today!  He spent all afternoon practicing with push ups and hard head bobs to the left.  In fact, his big head nearly got him to the tipping point several times but he waited until Aaron got home before he pulled his fancy stunt.  He even did it twice just to make sure we were taking him seriously.  Way to go Alexander! 

4 Months

You are both growing so fast.  Last week I finally broke down and cut your tiny little toenails.  Your fingernails are a completely different matter.  If I don't cut them at least once a week you both could give the cats a run for the money.  Of course you will both do that later on when you start crawling.  For now you are getting used to tummy time and relishing the chance to sit up like adults on the couch.  Will, you like to list to the left and managed to slide into a face plant twice today.  Alex, you are so solid in your "core" right now that you managed to stay upright the whole time...well almost...

Alexander...

Those big blue eyes of yours are always following me around the house.  Your smile is contagious and frequent, which is something that I find completely charming first thing in the morning.  You are eating everything in sight and will babble away most of the day.  Conversation is your thing and if we are not talking back or paying attention you change your tone so that me know you mean business.  Earlier this week I caught you looking over at your brother (at least it seemed that way).  You are starting to like your baths even though you throw your arms up and hyperventilate when you first get wet.  We are looking forward to the bathtub days when we can really let you splash.

William...

You are a pro at taking naps on your tummy.  I love how your tuck your legs up against your belly and keep your bottom up in the air.  Nobody can rush you when it's time to eat.  You take your time and will often trade smiles for swallows (once your overwhelming panic for food is in check).  When we made a stop for coffee yesterday you charmed a stranger with your shy smile. When you are safe in our arms you tend to quietly drink in the world around you. Your Daddy and I are anxiously awaiting your opinion on what you see.

New Record

These two critters (Alex on left, Will on right) slept for 9 hours straight the night after my last post.  I was certain that they would do the opposite as soon as I officially blogged about it (kiddos are contrary I tell ya!).  They were truly on their very best behavior while Gramma Kat was visiting (and I might add, haven't slept longer than 7 hours since).

 

As fate would have it, these sweet little cups arrived in the afternoon to honor the momentous occasion.  Talk about icing on the cake!  Thank you Cousin Liam and Cousin Aiden for the wonderful gifts.

Sweet Dreams

The boys slept for 7 hours last night.  They set this new record and then slept for 3 more hours after I fed them at 5:00 this morning.  A couple of nights ago I put them in the same crib and I can't help but wonder if that is helping them sleep longer.  Gramma Kat is visiting and she couldn't believe that she didn't hear a peep until 9:00 am.  I think that they are tuckered out from all of the love, cuddles and excitement that Gramma Kat brings with her whenever she visits.  We are all so lucky to have her here. 

Aaron used our new tripod to capture the boys

sleeping in the blue glow of their night light.

Sweet Dreams Everyone! 

All Smiles

William...

Alexander...

Perfectly charming aren't they? We sure think so...

3 Months

On Christmas day you were officially 3 months old.  Alex, you weighed 13 pounds and William, you weighed 12 pounds.  You are both nearly too big for most of your 3 month clothing and have started wearing some 6 month pants.  I would love to know how long you are but you won't stop pedaling your legs long enough for me to measure you.  You are still tag teaming your naps so that one of you can get attention at all times.  Six hours seems to be your personal best for sleeping at night (no matter how hard I try, 2:00 am is still a favorite wake up time).  Even though we are not waking you up every three hours to eat, you both still prefer that schedule and will go from peaceful babies to screaming babies almost instantly when you realize what time it is.  When I put you both together someone always has to have a hand on or near the others face (now that you are holding things like rattles someone is always getting hit).  One of my favorite things to do is read to you and one of your least favorite things is tummy time.

You both continue to find new ways to make us proud, coo-crazy puddles of parents.  Besides us, you have charmed the socks off of everyone with your grins.  You have discovered your tongue and make all sorts of marvelous faces with it.  Whenever we go out at least half a dozen people stop and marvel over you.  We both are over the moon in love with you guys and we cherish all of the new ways that you make the world shine.

Alexander...

You were the charmer at the family Christmas gathering this year. Those blue eyes were open the WHOLE time we were at Grandma and Grandpa's.  Everyone enjoyed meeting you and you certainly enjoyed checking out all of the new faces and bright lights.

Your favorite game lately is to use your ''pay attention to me cries" if we happen to be doing something other than adoring you.  When we fall for it, you smile at us as soon as you see us (this happens often around bed time).  What a silly little man you are! I could sit and stare into your eyes all day.

William...

You still love to sleep.  Even though you hardly opened your eyes for the Christmas crowd, you were still special enough to earn your own pillow fort on the couch, courtesy of Damon.  When you did sneak a peak, the lights on the Christmas tree and the ceiling fan were your favorites.

You still enjoy snuggling and staying close.  I could sit and hold you all day and sometimes, you are only content with the world if you are in my arms.  Those little grins that you share light up our lives. Often you are the first one to wake up in the early hours of the morning and you make sure I know that you are hungry NOW!  

Happy New Year

 May 2011 fill your hearts with happiness.

Happy New Year!