2 Terrible Twos and 1 on the way!

I'm pretty sure the "terrible twos" have hit. Overall, the boys are good, but there are new behaviors that are quite frustrating. Lots of taking toys from one another, pushing, hitting, testing and just plain naughty behavior. I need to find a discipline technique that I can be consistent with and that works.

On the flip side, they both are going through a lovey (clingy) stage. Every day at 4:30 Jack seems to have a melt down. He wants me to hold him and carry him. Also, they are competing for my attention. If Jack climbs on my lap then Adam climbs up too.

Poor Maya, she is constantly getting beat up. Between me poking at her to get her to move and the boys sitting on her she'll probably be a tough little girl when she arrives. I'm hoping the boys are lovey to her. We'll see. I'm anticipating a daily battle with me telling them "easy", "be nice to Maya", "touch softly".

I love the above picture. Since the boys have the freedom being in twin beds they like to switch it up. Everyday they change beds. They either switch in the night, get in bed together or choose the opposite bed they took their nap in. I'm surprised they don't prefer one bed and stick to it? Hey, as long as they are happy and sleeping well, mommy's happy!

Me pregnant, per several requests

Momma's boys

Trying to keep up with the boys!

couch potatoes

Update

I finally have the nursery done (pics below). It turned out really cute. It was quite a process though. I originally painted different stripes on the walls. After 4 plus hours of measuring, taping and painting, I took off the tape and hated the stripes. So I started over. I also had intentions of leaving the queen bed in there, but the room is too small for that and the crib and chair. After all the tweaking, it's done and I love it. I'm relived to have it done so quickly. It only took a few days, but if I waited much longer I don't think physically I could have finished it. All the room needs is Maya.

Adam and Jack love their new beds (pic below). When we first got them, I had the beds on bed frames. After deciding it was too high (okay, after Chad decided they were too high) we put the beds on the floor. It's funny because every time it's nap or bedtime, we go in their room and I say, "get in bed." Each time they get in a different bed. They even have snuggled once in the same bed, which last all of 2 minutes.

We've been playing outside a lot lately. It's so nice for the boys to burn that energy off. We have this little plastic slide that they love to climb up and down. And the swing is always a hit. Jack used to be scared of going high, but now he loves it. The higher the better. The biggest hit is the sprinkler. I turn it on really low and they walk over it. I'll have to take pics next time.

Twins for the twins!

Maya's room

Just like Mommy!

It's up!

Here is a pic of our new fence. We still need to stain it white when the weather gets warmer. I'm so happy with it. Now I don't have to worry about the boys running in the alley. We are still waiting for out patio chairs to arrive, which should be coming in the next couple weeks. Once the weeds are pulled and the flowers are potted the yard will be finished. I can't wait to enjoy it!

Ahhhh, 75 and sunny!

I love spring! Today it was 75 and gorgeous out. Courtney and I took the kiddo's to the local park. They all had so much fun. We took a long walk in the woods, played on the jungle gym, went down the slide, had juice boxes and cookies. They were in heaven. The down fall?....Dirty, dirty, boys. Head to toe filthy. Typical boys.

Outside fun!

Grandpa love!

Where have I been??

Wow, it's been awhile since I've posted. Since the weather is getting warmer, the boys and I are trying to be outside as much as possible. Which means less time for me to be on the computer. Also, the boys are so interested in the computer that ever time I try to get on it they come over and try to climb on my lap or press on the keyboard. Okay, enough of my excuses. Do you forgive me?

We have been busy over here. We had the last of our guests a week ago. Bob and Nancy came for a week. We had a good time. We played cards, bowled on the Wii, played outside and did house projects. Not too exciting, but it was nice for them to see the boys and for Bob to see our new house. Now that Skybus is no longer around, I know our visits will be more limited. It was nice while it lasted.

I'm so excited to FINALLY say I am getting my fence. I know I've been talking about this so called "fence" forever. Well, the posts are cemented in and it should be finished by Saturday. Of course, Saturday calls for rain... Trying to watch the boys outside is quite a challenge. With our driveway backing up to the alley and the boys running in opposite directions, it's too much to handle. Especially when I want to sit in a chair, soak up some rays and drink a lemonade ;)

The boys are so much fun lately. Jack is still my talker. He's always "talking" about something. He likes to repeat words I say and like to count up to number 4. Adam is still my physical boy. He's always mimicking me and very active. His favorite word is "car". Everything is "car". I asked Jack his name the other day and he said "Jack". I asked Adam his name and he said "car". It was so cute.

The baby is doing great. When I was pregnant with the boys, I felt mostly kicks from them. Clearly, they didn't have as much room as the baby does. But the baby is not only kicking me, she's doing gymnastics in there! Chad and I have a name that we are 95% sure on. It's Maya Kate. It's always such a big decision on the official name, but so far that's the name we like the best. Her nursery is finished, in my mind, of course. I have bought all the decorations, bedding, accessories, and paint. Now, I just need to do it. I'll post pictures as soon as I am finished.

Nothing else is really new. Chad's job is going well. He hasn't been traveling as much lately and has been getting home in time to see the boys and play before bedtime. As for me, well, I'm 30. That's right the big 3-0! I love it. I love that I have a great husband, 2 boys, baby girl on the way, dog, cat, fish, wonderful home, ...... I could go on and on about how blessed I am and love where I'm at in my life.

Here she is!

It's a GIRL!

I had my ultrasound today, and the boys are going to have a baby sister. I'm really excited. The doctor said she was petite and looked really healthy. Gwen said she will scan the pictures of her and I will post them as soon as I can. (thanks Gwen!)

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter everyone! The boys are having a great morning playing with all of their toys from the Easter Bunny. Unfortunately, the Easter Bunny only gave the boys one school bus, and surprise, surprise, they are fighting over it. Next year the "bunny" will have to remember that almost 2 year olds do not share and will have to give 2 of everything. Once the boys wake from their afternoon nap we will head outside for some fresh air.

We had a great visit with Lorraine and Brooke. The boys were in heaven playing with Brooke. The weather wasn't that great, but we did get to play outside once or twice. Next week we are having Bob and Nancy come for a visit. Though I do like having a small break in between visitors, I'm so excited for them to come. I'm hoping it will be nice weather when they come. I have some outdoor projects for Bob (if he's willing:).

Just to let you know, I go to the doctor on Thursday for an ultrasound. I will be finding out the baby's gender. I'll post as soon as I find out. For those grandparents reading this, don't worry, you'll get a phone call first. Yes, Lorraine, as soon as I leave the doctors office:) I don't have a feeling of a boy or girl. Girl would be nice and different, but a boys would fit in perfectly and I have TONS of boys stuff. We'll see.

Nana and Boys

Brooke and Boys

Spoiled Rotten!

So Big!

Yesterday, I got a wild hair to convert the boys' cribs to toddler beds. All morning the boys kept climbing in their new beds, jumping around, and having fun. Once nap time came, they went right in their beds and were fast asleep. They did great! They woke peacefully, sitting in their beds waiting for me. Now, nap time was perfect, but I was scared for bedtime. To my surprise, it went perfectly, too! They didn't get out of their beds once. When Chad went to bed, he opened their bedroom door and put up a gate in the doorway. Though I didn't sleep well, (anticipating some kind of chaos), the boys sleep through the night. In the morning, Adam woke and was walking around in his room. When Jack woke, the gate was down so he came right to the couch with his baby and blanket. Let's hope all the following nights go as well.

Daddy's boots

Snow day!!

Yes, we did get dumped on! I'm not sure how many inches total, it's still going strong. We attemped to let the boys play in the snow. Jack would venture a few feet out of the garage. Adam wasn't so sure. I did get a few pictures, but none turned out very good. Of course, Lola, enjoyed the snow the most! Next year we will be better prepared with boots, snow bibs and a sled.