Big Sister

Samantha has been such a good big sister to Paul. She always wants to help and be right next to him. It's nice because she's actually very careful and not too overbearing. I could not have hoped for more from her, I know that I am so lucky to have her love him so much...I can only hope it lasts. Here's a couple pictures of her helping me:

Reading to Paul in his crib (her idea)

Helping feed Paul "quash"

Moo

We tried Samantha's old cow costume on Paul the other day to see if it woul fit him for Halloween. Here is a picture of each of them, think they look alike?

Update

I haven't been great about updating the blog, so here are a couple of posts at once. Things are going really well for us... Paul is doing great and is pretty much on the same schedule as Samantha (in bed from 7-7 and a nap from 11:30-1:30ish) except he takes 2 additional short naps. It's great! He is still happy as can be and is ALMOST rolling over. My guess is he'll take awhile longer since I almost never put him on his tummy (spit up in the face is not fun). He is also starting to try and sit up and is really good about holding and playing with his own toys. We started him on rice cereal a couple days ago and so far he is not a fan. I'm going to try to feed him at a different time of day and see if that helps.

Samantha is also doing really well. Adam and I have both commented how good she's been ever since we got back from Colorado. She has her moments, but for the most part she listens and is so sweet. She is GREAT with Paul and likes to help me out when we're at home. So far I am missing the "terrible twos," maybe I need to watch out when she turns three?? She is talking up a storm and is getting easier to understand by the day. There are still a few things that only Adam or I understand, but for the most part she is pretty clear (well, really clear for a 2 year old). She can count to ten, although sometimes she'll miss a number or two. Count up to three items (see three balls and know that there are three of them), and knows some of her colors. She's also working on her ABC's. Her new things are asking "what's that" even when she knows the answer and trying to negotiate. If I tell her she can have on candy she'll always tell me, "how 'bout 2, otay?" or "but maybe 2." If I give in and let her have two (or if I start with two) she'll tell me, "how about all them." She doesn't even have the decency to try three before she jumps to the whole shebang. These are always said with her head cocked to the side and a smile. She also loves to read, especialy if she's reading to her babies (or stuffed animals, or anything she can pretend she's taking care of). I can't believe how big she's getting. She is constantly asking about her cousins, asking when we can go to Colorado or Chicago (gog-oh), and when we can go to the pool. Yes, I realize she is a mini me and I'm in for a long road of talking.

Adam has started school and so far things are going pretty well. It's a busy semester, but luckily he only has school 3 days a week and no work. I'm trying to soak up all the time with him that I can because I know it won't last too long. We have just started the job hunt in Colorado and are hoping that we'll get something sooner rather than later. We're also trying to decide how much to rent our house for and when exactly we'll head out to CO. It's exciting but intimidating having so many things to do at once. I am sad because I realized that Wicked is NOT playing in Vegas, but in LA (I must have misread it when I looked last time) so that vacation is out the window, but we are still thinking of driving down to St. George to visit Teresa. I've gotta go as many places that are close to us here while I still can. That is the basics of what is happening with us, we hope all of you are doing as well as we are.

Hawaii here we come!

Well, thanks to my father, aka the world's greatest dad, Adam and I will be off to Hawaii the day after Christmas. I posted earlier about how we wanted to go to celebrate Adam's graduation. Well, the airfare to Hawaii was outrageous and there was no way we were going to be able to afford it. My Dad surprised me with two round trip ticktes so now we'll be able to go. I also want to thank Michelle for her generosity in being willing to let us stay in her apartment if they are gone and my Mom for being willing to watch my crazy children. I do not know what I did to deserve such wonderful people in my life, but I am very grateful!

Look out Hawaii, here we come!!

Adam's Hiking Trip

I was reading Kimmy's blog the other night and realized I never posted pictures of Adam's big hiking trip. He has been talking about doing this hike since we got married. Since I was never up for it he had to go find a friend who would go with him. Luckily we moved next to Kimmy and Brad. After months of talking/shopping they hiked up to Riders & McPheters Lake and spent a couple of days fishing. They caught so many fish they got bored and started shooting them...is this even legal? Doubt it. Here are some fun pictures they took.

Paul's Smile

A few weeks ago I finally got Adam to help me get a picture of Paul smiling. It only took about 30 seconds and we got 5-6 cute ones. I guess I just needed someone who's face wasn't hidden by the camera. I also needed someone who isn't Samantha because every time she tried to help her face would be right in front of Paul's so all you could see is the back of her head. So here is the proof that he is in fact happy and does smile...

Doctor's Visit

We went in to the doctor for Paul's 4 month check up and Samantha's 2 year visit (yes that is a little late) on Friday. Here are there stats if you're interested.

Paul:

Height - 25.5" (73.3%)

Weight - 16 lbs 6 oz (80.75%)

Sammi:

Height - 36.5" (92.48%)

Weight - 28 lbs 8 oz (67.32%)

We have absolutely no idea where Samantha has gotten her height from so it probably won't last long. They're both healthy and doing great!