5.21.16 Lucas is 2 1/2 years old

Wow what a difference a day makes. This sweet boy captured our hearts 2.5 years ago. We knew we were blessed when we welcomed him into this world, but we had no idea the continued blessings to come from having him as our son. The past (almost) 2 months have been more focused on his new baby sister, and he has been nothing but amazing. We are so thankful for his sweet personality, his adventurous spirit, and his need for knowing how things work (just like his dad). Lucas Benjamin, we love you more and more everyday, and we are so proud of the little man you're becoming.

He was so willing to lay down and snap a few pics with LG. He is the BEST and SWEETEST big brother. This is one lucky lil girl and we are one lucky family. 

Being a 'worker man'

His 1/2 year milestones

• Sleeping in his toddler bed (went through a phase of sleeping on the floor, but has since started to stay in his bed; however, he can and will get out of his bed if you don't come get him when he first wakes up-on weekends)
• Would rather sleep in on weekdays! Duh!
• LOVES LOVES LOVES the show Bubble Guppies (OBSESSED)
• Loves to play outside, in sand, in water
• Loves trucks, trains, motorcycles, fishing, and many other BOY things
• Has a fun imagination and is very creative 
• Booming vocabulary and repeats tons of things! 
• Snuggles, kisses, and loves on his baby sister --loves to shh her when she's upset
• His favorite foods are fruits of ALL kinds,he'll eat fruit first off of his plate, but also loves pb & j, pizza, spaghetti, corn on the cob

A Mother of Two: Happy Mother's Day

Today I was able to celebrate Mothers Day as a mother of two sweet loving babies. Lilly Grace is one month old and we had a great day with family. 

 My sweet family of 4

This sweet girl purses her lil lips a lot, so mommy joined

My two lil loves

Holding this sweet boy's hand--he said, "Mommy, I hold yours hand." Yes sir! 

1 Month with Lilly Grace

One month ago I walked around school and my classroom not knowing I'd meet this sweet girl later that evening. Lilly Grace on 4.8.16, you changed our lives as we became a family of 4. Your labor, although it started at school, was much faster than your brother, but still just as painful. Who knew you'd make your entrance so quickly. The nurses and I all love the number game that is your birthday, 4.8.16.

Currently this sweet girl sleeps well at night, waking a few times of course to eat, but is generally happy for someone waking up haha. She's too long for the one piece newborn outfits and is growing into 0-3 months clothing, although most still swallow her. She enjoys laying on the play mat staring at the fan and being loved on by her big brother. Her hands and arms are constantly moving, as most pictures show. She still loves to be swaddled and to lay on your chest balled up to nap. Overall, she's happy and cuddly. We are blessed for the last month and we are excited to see her grow in the future.

Thanks for my onesie Aunt Becca

1 month old on Mother's Day