My Baby Girl Turned 5!!

How did this happen? I know all mothers say that when their children turn a year older, but seriously, turning 5 seems like a big milestone. She is so grown up now. I am so thankful for this ray of sunshine girly in my life. She is such an angel. She puts up with so much from her crazy, hyperactive brother, and still loves him more than ever. She usually always does what I ask her to do, with minimal complaining. She also never throws fits, and is so easy to entertain. We have decided to keep her back from Kindergarten, even though she is officially old enough to go this year. I just can't bear to part with her yet. Every day I see her maturing, and coming into her own. Thank you so much, girly girl, for coming into our lives, and making it so easy to be your mom!! We love you so much!

Blowing out 5 candles.

Because our life is still a little hectic with a newborn, I opted for a very low-key, small birthday party. Tay wanted a costume/Halloween party, but, it turned out to be just a fun girly party. The girls came dressed as princesses, and Taylee was "Mouseketeer Barbie." We had her 2 cousins, little friend, McKay, and one friend, from church, Kate. I would say, I loved having just a few kids. It was so easy to control, and they mainly just played together in the playroom. I went and picked up my sister from Tacoma the day before the party so she could help me get ready. She was a life saver, and I probably would have gone crazy without her. Thanks a lot, Nat. What am I going to do without you? You better enjoy having her around Bryan, and Holly, because she Awesome!!

All the kids singing Happy Birthday

A very happy, purple mouth. She loved her cake.

The present frenzy begins

It turned out to be a Barbie mania. I think everyone knows her well enough, because she LOVES Barbies. Her and Rohne have been playing with them non-stop.

Our good friend, Lori, and her very handsome son, Kai.

Monique and Collin just hanging out.

Cute Cute Cute Cute Parker. Isn't he 2 cute?

The men passed the time playing Madden on the X-Box

We played "Pin the mask on the Barbie", and here's Tay getting ready

Natali's wonderful Barbie drawing. She's very talented, isn't she?

The kids got to make their own masks to wear home, too.

Taylee's requested purple and pink bat cake. Sharon, and Natali did most of it, while I was busy with the baby, and it turned out great.

What post would be complete without a picture of our little guy? Here he is screaming for me to pick him up, while I was trying to get him to entertain himself in the crib. He loves his fists, and when I swaddle him, he promptly wiggles his arms out. He still wants held all the time, and doesn't let me get much done around here.

My Handsome Boys

I've taken some cute pictures of my boys lately, and thought you would all like to tell me just how cute they are!!

Tristan is getting to be such a pro at smiling, AND sticking out his tongue. Sometimes he is way too precious that I wanna just squish him, and eat him up!!! I mean, really, couldn't you?

Aunt Natali gave Rohnie a haircut. This is the shortest he has ever had it. She did a great job. Boy, we will miss her when she's gone!! Rohne is getting taller, and leaner every day. Jake is a little sad that he's losing some of his bulk, but, it will probably come back someday.

Just another smiling pic. Check out that "to-die-for" dimple on his left cheek! I could kiss it all day long.

My 2 boys. Rohne does like to hold the baby occasionally. Even if it's just for a short time, we take full advantage. They'll be playing and wrestling together before we know it!

Starting to Smile

A little one.

It's so hard to capture those first smiles on camera, but, I managed to catch a glimpse of it this morning. Tristan's favorite person to smile at is his sister. I tried to get his cooing on camera too, but, he just liked to stare at the light.

This is Tristan, and his cousin, Collin. They are 3 months apart. Collin is a jolly, chubby, boy. They will be great friends someday.

A Few Recent Pics

So, I have a very short moment to actually blog. I will be heading to Relief Society in a minute to play the piano, my first time back since the baby. I am still waiting to take the baby, and the older kids to primary. If you don't already know, I am a major germ-o-phobe. The Pediatrician told me to wait at least 2 months. And, I fully plan on adhering to that. But, here a few recent pictures of our family. We have been having a very low key last month of the summer. I'm glad we had some fun before the baby came, because we don't do much now. Thanks for all the supportive comments on my last post. Good to know that adjusting to another baby wasn't a breeze for everyone.

Tristan had his 1 month check-up on Friday. He has grown to a whoppin' 12 pounds 4 oz., and 22 1/4 inches long. That being said, he is in the 95% for weight, and 75% for height. He is doing great, and growing like a weed. After all the worries during this pregnancy, I am so thankful for a healthy, CHUBBY baby!
Dad, and the kids. Pretty cute.

You gotta post a naked bath photo sometime right? Isn't he getting to be so handsome?

Tay, being silly before bedtime. She loves all of her stuffed toys to sleep with.

Here's Rohne with his itchy, allergy eyes. He is just miserable this summer every time he goes outside. This picture is after playing with Grandpa in the yard. Thank goodness for Benadryl!

Still Adjusting. . . . Baby Growing

So. . . . my mom went home, after helping me for almost 4 weeks. After 3 infections, including 2 cases of mastitis, 2 rounds of antibiotics, and 5 other prescriptions, I just may be on the mend. I hope! I still don't quite feel human. That probably has to do with a growing boy who gets up every 2 hours at night to eat. And, 2 older kids who dislike having Mommy take a nap. My mom was such a big help. I still get teary-eyed about her leaving. I sooo wish that she lived closer. The downside of having her here so long, is that Tristan got very used to having someone hold him. He has completely figured out how to get me to hold him, by screaming at the top of his little lungs. I tried to put him down this morning, and it's been a very long day already. Also, I may have forgotten how to cook, clean, and do laundry. How will it get done now? I'm still kind of mad that nobody told me that taking care of 3 children was so hard, until after I had him. (Collette, be fore-warned)
Taylee is such a great big sister. She loves to talk to him, and sing to him. She has adjusted beautifully. Now, as far as the other brother. . . . maybe someday soon.

Wide open eyes. He's very alert and aware of everything going on around him. Taylee used to open her eyes wide like this when she was a baby.

He grew quite attached to Grandma. I think she kinda liked him too.

This is how the baby slept in our 100+ degree weather. It was a very miserable couple of days for everyone. Tay is still recovering from a bad heat rash she got one sweltering night. Just check out those chubby little legs. He is growing, and changing so quickly. Despite all of the pitfalls, I am very thankful that Tristan is here, and is so healthy.