Jen and Grace visit

We had a great time with Auntie Jen and Cousin Grace when they were here last week. Jen just took over and did everything! It was awesome. I didn't have to think the entire time she was here!! She stocked our freezer full of food so we won't go hungry for months, nor will we have to think about cooking dinner for quite some time. Doesn't get any better than that!

Ryan and Grace had a great time playing together. By the last day, they were fighting like siblings...which did get to be a little much for all of us adults! Ryan knew just how to push Grace's buttons.

We had a little birthday party for them since they are so close together. They thought their balloons, cupcakes and gifts were great!

It is so nice that we got to spend such quality time with them. I really enjoyed watching Ryan and Grace interact. Ryan is much more interested in his boy cousins when they visit, and poor Gracie gets left out. It was nice for the two of them to play and chat. I know the two of them won't get to have that one on one time again for quite some time.

Thanks for coming to visit us Jen and Gracie! We love you!!

The Diaper Chronicles

As many of you know, Ryan has been adamant about not going on the potty. Anytime we bring it up he responds with a, "I NOT". Many people have suggested we just wait until the newness of his baby sister wears off, so that is where we stand for now.

This week, Auntie Jenny took he and Grace to Target to run a few errands. He was very excited that she let him pick out his very own Diego big boy underpants. He proudly carried them through the store and promised her that he would go on the potty.

Of course, when he got home the his story changed. She tried everything to get him to try on those new underpants. He was not having it. Here is how the conversation went and ended:

Auntie Jen: "Ryan, can you try them on for me? Aren't they so cool? We need to see if they fit you".

Ryan: "My diaper fits".

End of conversation.

What can you say to that?!

Sweet Baby Kendall is a month old...

It's hard to believe Kendall is already a month old. She is such a good baby. We just adore her. She's very strong...loves to lift her head and see what is going on. She's also very wiggly. I think she's getting ready to keep up with her brother! It is unbelievable to David and I how easy she is. Ryan was never like this, so we feel like we're being spoiled! She only cries when she is hungry or when she has gas. I video taped her crying the other day just to give her lungs a little work out. David thought I was being mean, but those lungs need a little exercise don't they?? Her lower lip comes out when she's really sad, and it is so cute! You can view the video if you like!

Ryan is another story. He has been awful for us this week. David even gave himself a time out the other day. I know things are bad when Mr. Patience can't deal with him!! David seriously has the more patience than any one I know, so I knew it was time for me to step in and deal with the monkey!! We're thinking all the change has finally caught up with him. He won't nap, he won't go to bed, he argues with us about everything, and the list goes on! I'm very thankful I have my sister Gina to bounce things off of. She's went through the same thing with her son, so has lots of good advice. Hopefully her tips work!! I'm definitely going to try every one of them.

I'm also very thankful my sister Jenny and niece Grace are coming for a visit tomorrow! They will be here until Saturday so we'll have lots of back up!! Can't wait...

Kendall @ 3 weeks

It really is amazing how quickly the days fly by with a newborn in the house. How have 3 weeks passed already? Kendall continues to be the sweetest baby. She loves to cuddle chest to chest, and I fall asleep many nights snuggling with her like that. She loves bath time, too, and only cries when she has to get out of the water. Eating is another favorite. I can't get over how much that little belly can hold. She is so easy-going, quite opposite of her brother. I guess I deserve one that is a little more mild-mannered!

Ryan has been having some issues adjusting this week. He has taken to talking back and sassing his mother constantly. Remaining calm seems to work the best when dealing with it, but it is so hard when my blood is boiling! Hopefully it will pass soon.

We've been keeping him busy with daycare on Mondays and Co-op Preschool on Tuesdays and Thursdays. He loves going to play with his friends. I went to a Co-op meeting last night, and got to meet many of the other parents for the first time. It was very refreshing to hear such great comments about Ryan from them. David goes with him, so I don't get to see him interact with the other kids. David has been telling me what a "rock-star" he is...very polite, a good listener, friendly with all the kids, etc...but it was great to hear it from the other parents, too.

We had a fun weekend with the Boehm's. They came to visit and meet baby Kendall. Ryan adores his Uncle Michael. The two of them had such a great time! Kendall was her charming self so everyone enjoyed a little snuggle time with her!! We celebrated Michael and Jenn's birthdays which Ryan loved. There is nothing he loves more than singing "Happy Birthday" and blowing out candles!

Kendall @ 2 weeks

Kendall had her 2 week check up today. She did great! She was back up to her birth weight...which surprised me. I was expecting her to be over 8 pounds. She's such a little piggy, and looks much bigger to me than the day she was born. Her cheeks and fingers are getting chubby! She had the long, skinny fingers when she was born and now they are quite plump. She's getting way too big...way too fast!

Thanks, Kassi!

Ryan's buddy (and my good friend) Kassi stopped over to visit us yesterday. She brought and made lunch for us, and most importantly kept Ryan entertained.! They ran ragged outside playing football and soccer. It was so great to have the extra help while David worked a long day.

We had to get a photo of the two of them in their purple Husky shirts!! What a duo!!

Thank God for Grandma Sue!

Grandma Sue came to visit us for 5 days. We loved every minute of her being here and only wish it could have been longer. It was so nice to have the extra hands when Ryan wanted to be outside and Kendall needed to be fed, someone to cook dinner for us, and someone to quiet Kendall when Ryan needed some extra TLC.

The three of us have been flying solo since Thursday, when David went back to work full time. We've been doing pretty good, but things kind of blew up on Saturday. Ryan refused to nap, and was a horrible listener for me. I would say black, and he said white. He was so sassy and naughty for me. I finally got him calmed down by rocking in the chair with me and Kendall. Then Kendall started projectile vomiting all over me. It was a circus!! Once we worked all that out, we all three took a nap together. Ryan looked so adorable sleeping in the chair. It's funny how he can be such a little tyrant one moment, and so adorable the next