Tuesday, October 13, 2009

2- Year- Old Pics






































Here are some of Max's 2-year-old shots. Jay and Amy Elkins did a great job once again. If you are interested in their work, check out http://www.251photography.blogspot.com/ I don't really know which pic is my favorite one yet. I can't believe he is almost 2. Although his birthday is the 16th, we won't be celebrating until Omi and Opa get back in town. What a special treat that they get to be here for a birthday party!!







Friday, October 2, 2009

Mike Performing and Marching

Here is a clip from Mike's first performance with his band. Not bad, eh?!

Thursday, October 1, 2009

Reflections

Oh, the joys of having a two-year- old. (Well, almost two.) Max continues to make us laugh at the various comments that come out of his sweet little lips. One of them I cannot mention on the blog, but if you are interested, give me a call. :-)
Some of the others include calling me "Chwissa," instead of "Mama;" and pointing out that I need to wipe my nose by pointing at it and saying "booders." He also seems to think that he is having a sister and not a brother. Everytime I ask him who the baby is in the picture he says, "sista." We practice over and over that it is baby brother, but it doesn't seem to sink in. Maybe he knows something we don't know. (But if you look at the pic I posted earlier, I'd say it is pretty obvious that it's a boy growing inside, not a baby sister.)
Baby K is growing and kicking, always letting me know that he is around, too. He had a hitting contest with his Uncle Mike a few days ago. Mike would poke my belly, and Baby K would kick right back. It was amazing to feel and watch. Baby K also seems to like to migrate around a lot. Sometimes he is on my back and blatter (something Max hardly ever did), and sometimes he is up in my ribs (something Max loved to do).
I was a little sad about not having a girl this time, but the thought of having two boys is rather exciting. I have always seen myself as a boy mama. This should be quite an adventure. I am very thankful that I have the blessing of being able to stay home with my boys. To be perfectly honest, it has taken me almost two years to get to this point. (I was thankful before, but God has been doing some amazing work in my heart regarding staying at home.) I can now finally say, that I feel like I am at peace at home, and I can't wait to see it flourish under God's mighty hand. Well, this post ended up being longer than expected. Until next time! C

Sunday, September 20, 2009

IT'S A BOY!

Here are the newest pics of our newest addition. In stark contrast to Max, this baby refused to show his face. We think he may be a little shy...
However, he was so busy hiding his face, he completely forgot about other parts of his body.



Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Belly at 18 weeks



I realized the other day, that I need to start taking belly pics to document the growth of Baby K. I think I look bigger in this pic than what I usually do because 1. it was after dinner, and 2. I am arching my back. It could just be that I am in denial about the belly's size though!! We go in for an ultrasound next Wed. If Baby cooperates we will be able to let everyone know if Baby K is a he or a she. Max does not really understand what is going on yet. However, he does like to snuggle and give my belly kisses every time he sees it. Yesterday, he also developed a fascination with baby bottles. I have no idea where that one came from. But I guess his little mind is trying to process what he is hearing.

Friday, September 4, 2009

From Wild Fro to Donald Trump

Lately, Max's hair has been getting wildly out of control. His strawberry locks do need a trim, but we just haven't gotten around to it yet. However, Joey does seem to have found a solution to the tangled jungle on top of Max's head...a comb right after bath time. I can't tell if the solution is any better! Hmm.