Our picture updates

He's 6 mo. now, and I wish my boys wouldn't grow so fast. Owen is so good at grabbing, eating, pushing himself up on all fours (I know, way to early!), sitting, talking, sleeping, and smiling.
I prayed for a baby who would be content to sit on my lap and watch everyone, listen quietly, and be easy like that. It's just not in the cards for us. ALL my kids are so busy! Henry just finished the into-everything stage, and I don't get a break yet with Owen almost crawling!
Besides my grumblings that life isn't fair...I've had a fun spring and summer. Porter is finally at an age where we can start traditions and he really enjoys and appreciates the fun things we do. That has made our family time even more enjoyable. To spare you the many details since my last post, here's an update in picture form:

Owen's Blessing

Playing in St. George

Dying Easter eggs

Playing Super Heros

Visitng The Farm: Thanksgiving Point

Visiting friends in South Carolina

Playing in the Hotel in rainy Atlanta

Atlanta Temple

Visiting cousins in Virginia

Growing

Putting in a side yard

Park City

Decor project

Running races (Lavender Half Marathon)

Look who slept all night!

I don't think it's fair. You probably don't think it's fair- but I won't complain, and I'll forget it ever happened.
I think we passed through the twilight zone in the middle of the night, because he didn't seem himself today. He was content, happy, and peaceful. Then I had to wake him up from his morning nap, which he was actually taking in his own crib, and go to the doctors office for shots. This happiness may never come back. It could be because he screamed for 3 hours before he fell asleep at midnight...
He is 2 months old today, and I still feel like it was yesterday.

Here's his stats:

Weight: 13 lbs- 74%

Height: 23.5 in- 79%

Head 15 in- 25%

He is so fat! I love him!

He's 19 mo, and a handful!

I can't believe you're so smart! You have quite the vocabulary already, and you're far too advanced physically for my likeing.

Here's his stats:

weight: 25 lbs- 53%

height: 35 in- 97%

head 18.7 in- 48%

We sure love you, Henry-boy!

6 weeks old

Why is it that time flies so fast with a newborn, but seems so slow during pregnancy?
I absolutely love this little boy! He is so sweet. He has been a little more needy and fussy lately, but he's also had a cold. He is starting to be awake longer during the day, and still sleeps very well at night. He usually passes his day in the swing, and the boys LOVE him. I've never been worried about them hitting the baby, or hurting him. The love to kiss him, and help carry him around. I can leave them alone in the same room without worry. (though not for long. I'm not THAT mom)

So far:
Owen has gained 4 lbs.
He's in size 1-2 diapers
He just grew out of newborn size clothes
He smiles, though not frequently yet
He loves to sleep on his side, but hasn't yet slept in the crib
He thrives on routine, and lets us know when it's been disrupted-(as do I)

He has brought so much love into our home, and it seems he's always been a part of our family.
Look at those chubby cheeks!

Nursery

I came across this cute nursery on a blog, and it gave me some cute ideas...
I didn't know if I dared to do such a bold color, but I tried it and I'm soooo happy with it. The better part is it will work with a girl too;)

I made this sign from before mentioned fence wood and sanded it down. We chose Silent Night because that's our lullaby of choice. We have sung it to our kids from day one, and they still get to hear it now. I had the vinyl made and went with it...I think this sign took a total of 20 minutes, including cut and sanding time!

I found these cabinet doors at an antique store here in town. I wanted to do some animals on them and just had them printed on vinyl to save me the time.

I bought the tree stickers at target.
I finally have a nursery again!

Coat Rack

I've been wanting to make one of these since we moved in.
We have a coat closet, but it's down the hall, and when we come in through the garage, it doesn't make sense to wander through the house just to hang up your coat. I'd rather just go without. This way the kids can be responsible for their own jackets.
I inherited a few old fence slats from a friend in my ward, so I sanded one down, spray painted, sanded some more, bought some jute from the craft store, and got the hooks at Home Depot. I dare say it turned out cuter than I thought! Here's to happier moments getting out of the house!

18 months

Its funny how life seems to slip away from you so fast. I sit here both sad and happy that we've survived 18 months of Henry's life. I ask myself where did it all go? I remember his birth just as vividly as Owen's, and somehow I don't remember how we got this far. Really we should be celebrating BECAUSE we survived to this point! Oh, Henry. Where do I start?!

You are the busiest kid I know. You STILL climb on things, rummage through ALL my cupboards and drawers, run everywhere you can (mostly away from us), and you GET IT!
You are keenly aware of life, and understand so much of your world. You can't handle being left out of anything we're doing. You eat like it's your last meal ALL THE TIME. You nod for yes and no, and you say a lot more words than I thought you knew...

You LOVE animals, Old MacDonald, and The Lion King. You are starting to understand and listen to bedtime stories. Books are open non-stop in your arms, and you laugh all the time. You have an infectious smile that still gets to my heart.

You are chubbing up for a rainy day maybe? I've never seen you this chunky, but it's cute! You are so gentle and soft with Owen, and I know you have a very sensitive side to your rough-and-tumble attitude. You LOVE your blanket and your bedtime Buddy, and you won't leave your crib until both are in hand.

Since Owen's birth, you've been on a "big kid" kick. Luckily you'll still sleep in your crib, though we fought you on that one. You refuse to sit in the high chair, and want to start doing things by yourself. You test us constantly with your boundaries.

You love to be outside, and can't help but cry when one of us gets to leave the house without you. You adore Porter, and mimmick what he does everyday. You're becoming better and better friends.

Instead of running pell-mell in any direction, you are starting to look back and stay closer to us, which is very comforting to me now. I can see a light at the end of your energetic little tunnel.
I don't know how I got so lucky to have you in my family, but I LOVE YOU! Happy 18 months!