Change...

Finding time to blog is not as easy as it once was! Just when I thought I was getting the hang of being "mommy to Irish twins"-- it got tough again! We were on a perfect schedule (which for me is a MUST) until sickness, teething, and mobility entered our lives. EVERYTHING CHANGED. After the holidays, both babies had RSV and passed it to Mommy and Daddy. It is not a virus that I'd wish for again. The symptoms linger and no medication helps. Three weeks later, we are finally back to normal. Then when normalcy entered our lives again, teething decided to pay us a visit. Gabe started waking up once in the middle of the night and rising before 7am. Which has taken a toll on mommy. I must have my sleep. And uninterrupted sleep. I'll admit it makes me a little ill when I don't get enough. Even 30 minutes makes a difference. I'm hoping it's due to teething and things will get back to normal soon. My Gabe man is the proud owner of a brand new front tooth! Teething is no fun for my little man. It is a slow and painful process for him. Complete opposite from Hallie. She cut teeth fast and seemed to handle the pain well. Gabe is cutting his second bottom tooth now. On another note, He is making the switch from three to two naps a day. So, we are having to adjust our schedule. I love for the babies to nap at the same time. That gives me a little bit of downtime or a chance to take a nap myself. But I can't seem to time it right with Gabe man's naps transitioning. Hopefully we will get it figured out soon! This really is the month of change for my sweet boy. He's started scooting and going after toys. It's absolutely adorable and makes me smile so big. I'm proud of him! This has been a huge challenge for Hallie bug. He's beginning to move around and play with "her" toys and she doesn't like it one bit! I know she's just a baby herself and doesn't understand the sharing concept yet. So, I'm trying to be patient and teach her how to deal with her outbursts. She wants to take every toy away from Gabe and sometimes tries to kick him (usually when he gets close to Wocket). I don't know what it is about that stuffed animal that my babies love! But I've noticed improvement. Hallie took a toy away from him today and glanced at me after she did it. All I had to do was give her a look and she handed it right back to him. Then planted a huge kiss on his forehead! For the most part, she is such a sweet big sister. Hallie has learned to twist the door knobs and open doors! And this has lead to many of Gabes naps being shortened! One day, I walked in his room to find her standing at his crib saying, "Hey Day, Hey!" He was grinning from ear to ear. One more thing- then I'll wrap things up. Lately, I've seen so much of Aus and me in Hallie. We both like things to be clean and organized. Neither a fan of clutter or messes! Austin is more OCD about it- but has changed a lot since we've been married. He no longer carries around Germ-x in his front pocket! Anyway, Hallie is not a fan of messes either. Today, she touched her mouth after eating a bite of oatmeal and her hands got sticky! By her reaction, you would've thought it were something way worse than sticky hands! She screamed in fright as she began to shake and wipe her hands. I couldn't help but laugh and think there's no doubt whose child she is! She likes things organized too. The other day, we brought several of her toys from her room into the living room. When we were finished playing I asked her to take the toys back to her room. The perfectionist in me knew that I'd have to go behind her and put the toys back in their exact spot. Boy was I shocked! She returned every toy to its place. I couldn't believe she'd paid enough attention and remembered where I'd placed each toy in her room. I'm excited at the thought of having her help at keeping the house clean. She tries to help me sweep and mop. And seems to enjoy it way more than I do! She's a big help at unloading the dish washer and doing laundry too! Such a big girl. And I enjoy seeing her little personality (I mean BIG personality) shine! Wow! Definitely Type-A like her daddy. I think that covers my "list of things to document!" I'll be back, blogging again, sooner than later!

Prissy Miss!

Standing up like a big boy!

Sitting up from a lying position for the first time.

Push ups! His favorite thing to do!

After 10 in a row- they were getting harder and he was getting tired!

Alabama vs. LSU- GO BAMA!

My angels!

Dreaming of a National Championship! && dream come true :)

Eating his first "nana"

I do realize that I have more pictures of Gabe. Hallie is a busy little girl & rarely stops long enough for me to snap a picture-- unless, of course, she is prissing in front of a mirror! :) OR, watching TV. Something my 3 loves really, really enjoy. A topic worthy of it's own blog- for another time.

Engrossed.