Happy Father's Day!

I once had a couple of my cousins ask me what it was like to live with my Dad. I remember thinking it was sort of a strange question but I think my answer had something to do with yes, he is just as funny at home as he is at a party.

Anyone who knows my Dad appreciates how unbelievably funny he is. When I say funny I mean laugh so hard your belly hurts. Our family was really blessed is the sense of humor department. My brothers and I probably have at least 5 funny Dad stories that we can tell in the blink of an eye. Since this is my blog I'll tell you mine. I am pretty sure no one else will appreciate these except for my Dad and me. Here goes:

1. The story he tells when my Grandmother went to get his and my uncle Glenn's shirts tailored. I think the tailor described the measurements as that of a seal and an orangutan.

2. Thanksgiving Day 2007 when my mom cut into onions and proceeded to run into the room telling my Dad and me that she was totally blind.

3. Talking to my Dad on the phone after my mom's fist colonoscopy. I think he referred to the night before when she had to drink that stuff as the Passion of the Christ.

4. Cutting down our Christmas tree when I was in college (yes our family actually did that) and somehow the ending dance scene in Dirty Dancing came up when Johnny leads the entire audience down the aisle before the lift with Baby.

5. Any time he imitates Larry Cox. It is unreal how good he is!

I'm actually laughing now even writing this. I should, however, point out that he has done much more for me then just make me laugh. My Dad makes me feel like I can do anything in the world. If I am ever nervous or scared about any big event I call my Dad. I remember before every exam or oral presentation in college I'd call my Dad. In fact, before I had Ryan I called my Dad from the delivery room b/c I started to feel nervous. I hope that I will be able to do the same for my children.

There is no Father's Day card in the world that will do justice in telling my Dad how much I love him. I'm hoping that this little blog entry will come close :) I am by far the luckiest girl in the entire world to have you as my Dad. I love you so much!

Happy Father's Day.

The Guys

I have been slacking so much on updating my blog! I guess the truth is that I am pretty busy these days.

Luke is almost 3 years old now and our latest adventure is potty training. Luke has done a great job so far! Only problem is that he has to be totally naked in order to remember to use the potty. I am trying to figure out how to slowly transition him back into clothes b/c things could get awkward :)

Ryan is 16 months and chatting up a storm! His main words are "uh, oh", "no", "ok", "mama", and he makes that hysterical fish noise that Luke used to do. Ryan only wants to run around and play as much as possible. He still gives the worlds best hugs so I hope that never changes!

This weekend is Father's Day and we plan on heading out to see the Nationals play. I'm looking forward to a night out with my main squeeze :)

We are also officially house hunting again. I am very curious to see where we will end up.

Wherever it may be I hope there is a big backyard for the guys to play in. Oh, and a decent sized master bathroom would also be a nice touch!

Mother's Day 2010

I just love this poem. It makes me think of my sweet little boys every time I read it. Being a mother is by far the biggest blessing in my life.

i carry your heart with me

i carry your heart with me(i carry it in
my heart)i am never without it(anywhere
i go you go,my dear; and whatever is done
by only me is your doing,my darling)
i fear
no fate(for you are my fate,my sweet)i want
no world(for beautiful you are my world,my true)
and it's you are whatever a moon has always meant
and whatever a sun will always sing is you

here is the deepest secret nobody knows
(here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud
and the sky of the sky of a tree called life;which grows
higher than the soul can hope or mind can hide)
and this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart

i carry your heart(i carry it in my heart)

Happy Birthday Ryan!

Ryan turned 1 on 2/27!

He is already walking (started @ 11 months), can touch his ears, shake his head, wiggle when I ask, give me five, and clap. Genius! He is such a sweet baby. Ryan adores Luke and laughs like crazy when they play chase around the house with the push carts. Luke prefers the Lion and Ryan prefers the fire truck.

We had a great Birthday weekend with lots of parties. Saturday was family and Sunday was friends. Ryan had somewhat of a cake hangover on Monday :) He wasn't really aware what was going on or that it was his Birthday but still smiled on command for the camera and played it up when he was eating his cake.

Luke is still trying to understand that all the presents are actually Ryan's and not his. The whole sharing concept is a bit lost on Luke now but we are working on that.

Ryan had his 12 month Well Check today and he is 60% weight and 70th height. He no longer uses the bottle or formula. Sippy cups and whole milk for now on. It is truly amazing how quickly this year went.

I often think back to when I would ask my mom if she had a favorite child and roll my eyes when she said that she loved all 3 of us equally. Well, I think I owe her an apology b/c it really is true. Luke and Ryan are so different but I love them both so intensely that sometimes I feel like my heart will burst. I wish them all the happiness in the entire world. That is all the matters to me. I love to watch how they grow but secretly want them to stay little forever so I can protect them and make them laugh with a silly face. Forget the sleepless nights - the hard part is letting them grow up knowing that there will be times when they are disappointed or have hurt feelings. I hope they always know that they have me and that I truly do love them unconditionally. I remember a movie I once watched where a mother said "I would love you even if you were Jeffery Dahmer". So funny... But sort of true .. :)

Walking!

Ryan has taken his first steps! He is hysterical to watch. Luke was holding a chip and that was all the motivation Ryan needed to get up and go for it! Watch out - he is going to be fast! Luke's expression was that of shock and a tiny bit of fear. I think he realized that Ryan may eventually be able to catch him :) I'm excited because I know this will bring on more fun times for the both boys when they play together. Luke loves playing chase so as soon as Ryan becomes more stable they will have a blast!

Nothing else is really new. Luke is talking ALL the time now and it is amazing to see how quickly he picks up on things. Potty training - not so great but we will get there!

Sorry!

It has been a long long time! Here is the run down:

Luke is talking all the time now. He is so smart. He absolutely is all boy and loves to run, jump, scream, and just mainly play all day with his trucks and cars. He is so fun to watch b/c he truly wears his emotions and when he gets excited you can not help but share in it with him. He is doing very well in school and the teachers all agree that he is a very sweet child. We are working on potty training him now. No real progress but Luke will sit on it and can not get enough of reading books that explain the potty (again all boy!).

Ryan is now eating finger foods! He loves cheerios, waffles, pears, peaches and yogurt. He took his very first step on Monday but hasn't attempted it again. He prefers crawling and pushing around his walker toys. Ryan is a very sweet and patient baby. He loves to laugh and particularly loves to follow Luke around everywhere he goes. I think he is going to be full of personality and very bright like his brother.

Both boys are starting play more and more together. Luke loves when Ryan will play chase with him. They both crack up. ML and Deuce are also a constant source of entertainment as well.

Overall, we can not seem to get enouh of our boys!

I am procrastinating now b/c I have about a billion things to do. Tomorrow I leave for AZ to visit some friends! The guys will drop me off at the airport and then head to Scott's parents house. As excited as I am I still feel a little sad. It is really hard for me to leave my boys (the big one is included).

Luke got his first report card ever! He was described as a very sweet and happy little boy! His teachers said they are working on helping Luke verbalize his emotions. He is also learning how to take off his own coat. Big stuff! I think the biggest news is that he has a GIRLFRIEND!!! Her name is Annie and she is one of five children! Apparently, they are attached at the hip and Luke calls her name the entire time at school. Actually, today Annie was absent and the teachers said Luke kept on calling her name and looking for her. So precious!

Ryan is doing wonderful as well. He is crawling all over the place and is getting his 2 front teeth. This will make 5 teeth total so far. He LOVES his bath and cries when I take him out. He is still so interested in Luke and just wants to be next to him at all times. Luke isn't sure he likes that. Luke at least will now kiss Ryan after he rips a toy out of his hand and screams "mine".

These little guys completely wear me out but overall I just can't seem to get enough of them :)