'I did it!'

Well, Luke climbed out of his crib last night!  He was showing zero signs of it, but after being put down around 8 pm and hearing giggling and blabbing for awhile, Matt & I were shocked to hear it become louder and louder and all of a sudden around 8:30 pm  out comes Luke running into the living room and goes 'I did it!'  He was proud as punch!!!!
Game changer.
We have his big boy bed but were waiting to transition to once the twins get here.  But looks like it will be sooner rather than later!! 

 

Wordless Wednesday- I love remotes!

Wordless Wednesday- Chaos!

Wordless Wednesday - 1st haircut!!

Getting so big!!

This picture was taken at Luke's b-day party- look how big they are all getting!! And to think there will be 3 more in that picture come June 2014!

 

Speaking of big, Luke had his 2 year check-up on Jan 29th.  He is 28 lbs 11 oz (60%) up 3 1/2 lbs from his 18 month appointment and 35 1/2 inches (79%) up 2 1/2 inches!  So we are doing something right- whew!  It was making me a little nervous because some nights he is such a good eater and other nights, doesn't really bother.  We had been super fortunate he has been pretty healthy all year- just that ear infection around NYE and sniffles here and there.  However, of course, he then on Thursday the 30th had a fever and wasn't able to go to daycare on Friday.  But he was completely fine acting - besides interrupted sleeping for the 2 nights prior.  So we had to cancel his portrait session- but looking forward to rescheduling it soon. 

 

He loves cheese! He would eat a block of it a day if I let him.  He'll go through phases of eating noodles, mac & cheese, chicken, etc.  And I introduced little white powdered doughnuts to him on the weekends.  He LOVES those!

 

Watching him interact more with other kids, sharing, talk more, counting, coloring, building big castles with his mega blocks - it's all so fun!  And his new hit song he sings with me in the car Passenger's  'Let her go' or 'Hallelujuiah!'

 

 

He had his first haircut the weekend before he turned two-aah!  He did good.  It was a little overwhelming at first, but thankfully it didn't last too long and Cookie Cutters did a good job. I was worried his curly-Qs would be gone, but they bounced back perfectly!  I will have to post a picture soon  (I'm having problems posting more than one pic per blog for some reason today).  

 

It's funny to hear him when I ask if he wants a brother or sister- so far it's always sister!  Or if I say both he says both.  He does look at my expanding belly and I know he's gotta be like 'what in the world is going on!?'     

 

Jeff & Amy came into town for superbowl weekend and we got to meet sweet little Miss Olivia and Mr. Gavin.  Precious!  It was a bit chaotic having everyone over and their kids, but it was a lot of fun to see Luke play with the big kids (Natalie and Jack) and how concerned he was about the babies (them crying, them need bottle). I think he will be a GREAT big brother who is  so sweet and helpful!

 

And as always, Chris and Dave (and all the boys) are a God send.  They are always willing to help out and take him.  And I know how much he loves them and how much fun he has with them so it makes it a little easier when mommy needs to rest or (try) to get stuff done! 

 

I love my little buddy! And looking forward to the additions and the exciting changes it will bring!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                 

Luke is 2 years old today!!

This sweet baby boy is now a big 2 year old!! We had a January party at Great-Grandma's, Matt's family over this past Sunday, he opened a gift this morning, having a b-day party at daycare, and tonight will open the rest of his gifts and face time with Grandma & Grandpa.  Man, it's rough to be a 2 year old!!! 

Having a hard time believe that it was 2 years ago he came into this world, it seems like he's always been a part of our lives.  Love, love, love just doesn't even begin to describe all the love we have we have for him. 

We go to his 2 year appointment tomorrow and will get pictures taken later this week!

Where did December go?

Goodbye 2013, hello 2014!

I've been feeling better, so that helps alot, and Luke has been great.  He's playful, sweet, cranky, & lovable all at the same time.  As for me, I'm a little over 26weeks.  I go back this Friday 1/10.  Can't wait to see their sweet little faces again.  I feel them all the time.  Baby A is still quite the kicker, Baby B is more chill.  Getting a little more uncomfortable, hard time sleeping.  But I'm so tired! But keeping my eyes on the prize.

I celebrated my 37th birthday with a surprise from Matt - Justin Timberlake tix! It was an awesome concert. Baby B sure like his music b/c that baby kicked the whole time. So I'm thinking a little Justin or Justine?!

Christmas was magical!  We did the Polar Express w/all the Weavers, had a bouncy party on the Rody's Ne-Ne and Pop-Pop got for them, spent Christmas Eve at my parents and Christmas Day at my Grandma's.  Lots of people, food, fun, presents!  But how come everyone else's presents are more fun than your own?!   That is what Luke thought at least.  And he got some great gifts- puzzles, books, blocks, cars, toy drill, little computer game, clothes, etc.  SPOILED!  But that's ok, he is only a baby once...and he's barely a baby anymore! 


NYE Luke had his 2nd ever ear infection :(  The 2 nights before he was up every hour or so and just not himself.  Thankfully our dr.'s office has walk in hours on NYE, so I went in there, found out that's what he had (along with pink eye??) and got him on amoxicillin and he was back to his fiesty self in now time.  We at a pizza party w/cousins at Great Grandma's then a slumber party at Grandma & Grandpa's with Claire & Ruby.  Up all night.  Yikes.   Then back to Great Grandma's for the whole family to ring in the New Year on New Year's Day. 

Shocking, but Luke's favorite word is still no!!!  And his little independence side comes out more frequently.  He's definitely opinionated.  Lots of energy, but still is up for a good snuggle here & there.  His new thing is building 'big castles' with his mega blocks Aunt Tracey got him for Christmas.  And playing cars. Vrrrrooommmm!

He is a good helper most of the time.  He does like to help me dust, but mostly wants me to spray the Pledge and he goes over the same spot. 

2014 is going to be amazing.  I look back at 2013 and can't believe it's over.  I can't believe all we have gone through.  Luke turned 1!!!  We had great vacations, we found out we were expecting.  We found out we are expecting twins!!  Purdue games, Pacers games,  friends, family, weddings, new babies...so much to be thankful for and so much to look ahead to!! Blessed beyond words!