Planting flowers.

Yesterday during Karsons nap Kamden and I planted flowers. Kamden got so into it. He got his little rake and shovel and even his dump truck out. He kept picking up the flowers by their petals, and of course loved playing in the dirt. We finally managed to get them all planted. It was fun working with Kamen.

Also some very exciting news. Last week Karson took his first three steps and stayed standing afterward. Soon he will be walking all over the place. Go Karson!


So last week Kamden was sick and throwing up. On Saturday he was looking much better and hadn't been throwing up so for lunch we went to Buffalo Wild Wings. We ordered our meal, and Justin took Kamden to play a video game. Kam came running back over to the table and laid on the chairs for about five seconds then hurled everywhere. As if one time wasn't enough he ran to Justin and before he got to him threw up again all over the carpet. Justin ran him to the bathroom and I had to get someone to clean up the mess. It was totally humiliating. Needless to say as soon as our food was ready we took it to go and got out of there. Note to self: If kid has been sick in last week and you decide you need to go out to eat, sit close to bathroom!!!!
As soon as we got home Kamden conked out. Poor little guy. Luckily now he is doing much better.

The last two weeks.

It has been an extremely busy last two weeks. First off on April 30th we celebrated my 26th Birthday. Justin and Kamden took me to lunch. It was nice for Justin and I being able to spend some one on one time with Kamden. Later that night I found out that Justin and some of my good friends had been planning a surprise trip for me to go hang out in Seattle. This was especially a great surprise because I was now able to be there when my friend Brandi tried on wedding dresses, and help with her bridal shower. So the day after my birthday I packed my bags and headed off to Seattle for an extended weekend with the girls. I had such a great time and it was wonderful seeing them all again. That Monday before I left Brandi took me to get a massage. It was my very first one. I can't believe what I have been missing out on all these years! Also we went to Trophy Cupcakes (as seen on Martha Stewart) and got the most delicious cupcakes ever!! It was a wonderful trip and a nice vacation for me. Thanks Brandi, and Veronica for such a great time. But most important Thanks to my wonderful husband who made it all possible. It was the best Birthday gift ever!


Mothers Day was such a nice relaxing day. Justin brought me breakfast in bed and the boys had made some cards for me. We just had a very laid back rainy day. It was nice to slow down because it seems like all we have been doing lately is going. Justin made dinner and then we had some brownies and ice cream. The best part about Mothers Day was having such a wonderful family to share it with. I feel lucky to be able to be a Mother to such wonderful boys.



So Monday was such a hectic day. I took Karson to the doctors and found out that he had an ear infection. He is such a good baby that I wouldn't have even known, but he had a really bad runny nose and was pulling at his ear. He is such a little trooper though and hasn't been fussy at all. I was glad I paid attention to my instincts and took him in. After we got back from the store from getting his prescription I had to run Maggie to the vet. As soon as I got home from the vet and came inside Kamden started telling me "mine ummy hurts." And yes indeed not shortly after that Kamden started throwing up everywhere. Tuesday was even more hectic! Finally today Kamden is looking much better, and Karsons antibiotics are kicking in. Looks like we are finally on the mend.

It has been really rainy here lately. I don't mind it so much, it sure makes everything a lot greener. It is also kind of fun to have some down time. Curl up on the couch and read a book. Or pop some popcorn, cuddle up with the boys, and watch a movie. I am super excited to see all our flowers bloom!



Justin feel asleep on the couch. I went to take a picture and kam wanted in it. So funny!

Spring has sprung.

I just love this time of year when everything starts to come alive again. Flowers are blooming trees are green. It is so nice. This week has been just beautiful weather. On Thursday Justin and I were able to go to a Tigers game with some good friends. It was perfect weather for a ball game, 71 degrees. We had so much fun and it was nice getting out together. Justin flew to Texas on Friday and won't be back till Tuesday. He starts back up with classes again that night. Kamden has been missing him.

Kamden and Karson have really been enjoying the puppy. Kamden loves to hold and play with her but sometimes forgets how small she is. Karson thinks that she is pretty fun, but is still a bit hesitant of her. Which for her sake is a good thing. :) It has been a lot of work this last week but overall she is a pretty good puppy. We also decided to name her Maggie. It just fits her so well.

Now that Karson has learned to stand up he is becoming a regular pro at it. Almost every time I look at him he is standing up, he even took a step forward the other day. I have a feeling it wont be long. He is such a little go bug.

Today I went to a Preschool open house with Kamden. It was fun for him. They had lots of fun things for the kids. Play dough, blocks, a clown, art projects, musical instruments, reading time and lots more. It is hard to believe that next fall Kamden could be going to preschool. Justin and I are undecided on what we want to do. I just think three is a bit young to start preschool, but that seems to be the norm around here. There is lots of different options so we'll just have to look into them all. The other day we had some friends over for dinner. They commented on what a good boy Kamden is and how loving he is. They have four little gilrs and Kamden just adores them all. He was hugging and kissing them all night. So cute. He can be such a sweet heart!

It's a girl.

Meet our new little puppy! She is a mix between a Maltese and a Yorkie. She is very small and only weights around three pounds. Full grown she will probably only be six. I am a little nervous how this is going to work out having two wild boys! She is already such a good puppy. She loves the boys and they love her. I think Justin is the one who adores her most. He is the one that wanted to get her, not that I objected. The best part about her is that she is hypo-allergenic, that means no shedding! We are excited to have her.




We have had a very busy last week. Since we took the binky away Kamden has had a really hard time sleeping, instead he started getting up and playing with his toys. So we made the decision to move all the toys out of his bedroom and into a new toy room, and move him into a twin bed. This has worked wonderful. He really likes his new big boy bed, and the toy room is great for them. (I love it too.) Justin finished up with classes this last week and has a three week break until he starts up again. He also had to travel back up to Canada for work. Along with all this he is assistant coaching a 12 year old boys soccer team. We all went to the soccer game Saturday morning. The boys loved being outside. It was so cute to see Kamden mimic Justin. Justin would yell "go,go, go" then Kamden would yell go, go, go. Justin would clap Kamden would clap. Justin would jump up and down, Kamden would jump up and down. The team unfortunately lost 1-0 but they sure played a good game. Since joining the Community Center we have had so much fun taking the boys swimming at the indoor pool. Kamden has really became more comfortable in the water and Karson just loves it. It is a really nice pool and great for them.



Karson is getting so big. He is now standing up all by himself. No steps yet. His hair is also getting really curly it is so cute! The weather last week was so nice. It was wonderful. We all enjoyed getting outisde again. It was a nice change from a really long winter. The boys have really enjoyed the back yard and the wagon rides. Yesterday we had a BQ. I just love the warm weather and am so excited for it to be here for awhile.

Justin take the cake

So chelsea showed me this little game and I had to give it a try. See if you can beat it, and no mistakes.

72 words

Speedtest

Justin

Typing Test!

Saw this on my sisters page and it looked fun. First try too. :)

65 words

Speed test

Bye bye binky.

So last Thursday Kamden collected all his binkys and put them in a bag. We told him that the binky fairy was going to come and get them and take them to little babies who needed them. We told him that he was a big boy and didn't need them anymore. He did this pretty willingly. So we put the bag out on the front steps for the fairy to come and get. ( A technique the Nanny uses on the T.V show Super Nanny.) It wasn't five minutes before he started crying for his binky. I was determined thought that it was time to say good bye to binks. So we got his mind off the binky and on something else. Later when he went outside to look for the binkys there was a surprise for him that the fairy left saying thanks. He got really excited especially about the trail of sparkles she had left behind. I felt that things were going well and I started feeling much better about my decision to toss them. Well that was until 10:30 that night when I had been trying for two hours to get Kam to sleep, but he kept screaming and crying in hysterics for his binky. Oh yes. Now almost a week later my once upon a time great sleeper is now a not so good sleeper. Nap time, bedtime, he cries! Middle of the night, he cries. He has been having such a hard time without his binky. I feel so bad for him. I mean really whats the harm in a 10 year old having a binky still? Okay well I am glad I did it, but I feel sad for Kamden. It was his comfort, his calm, his soother. He really loved that thing! I know soon everything will be okay again but I just feel bad for him for now.

Well the past four days have been absolutely beautiful! It is so nice to be outside again. Kamden has just loved it and Karson has even had his fair share of enjoyment outdoors. This last weekend we got the spring yard pick up done. We took the boys on a walk in their wagon and they loved it. Yesterday we went and joined the community center. There is an indoor pool, a gym, a rock climbing wall, and all sorts of fun stuff for the kids. Last night we went swimming there. The kids had so much fun, and Karson just loved it! It was his first time in a pool. I think that we are going to love it there.

One of my favorite things is in the morning the boys just love watching Justin leave to work. They sit on the couch and look out the window, wave and blow kisses good bye. It is so cute!




So my next big task. Potty training! Kam has a little potty, and I try getting him to sit on it and he has NO Interest in it! I haven't really pushed him into doing it but I am getting sick of changing diapers. So I am determined to get him potty trained by the end of this month. So if you have any suggestions I would love to hear them!