11 Weeks

I can't believe it was 11 weeks ago that Lucy and Reid joined our family. They are such a blessing and I can't imagine life without them. I have noticed that Lucy develops socially about a week before Reid, but Reid is much stronger than Lucy. They have both started smiling in response to attention. And in the past few days Reid has joined Lucy in trying to "talk." They most definitely have their own personalities already. I'm not sure I would have realized how much personality shows this early if I weren't observing two at a time. Lucy is very laid back about everything. When she gets hungry, she works her binky like crazy, but rarely cries about it. Reid on the other hand...he is like clock work. Exactly 3 hours after he eats, he usually erupts as if we have totally forgotten about him and he will never eat again. As different as they are, I am so, so thankful that they are completely their own little people. I was thinking tonight, as I watched Hampton hitting the baseball, that I want to make sure that my children know that I love them for exactly who God has created them to be. They are all very different, and they are all mine...(at least for a little while). What a responsibility the Lord has given us.

They are my joy and crown.

Thank you, Lord for my children!!!

Here are a few pictures from the last week or so...Meeting G'ma

Hangin' with Pops

Hampton absolute LOVES feeding the horses with Pops!

Reid makes this face quite frequently. The other day Hampton said, "Mommy, Reid is so worried."

Tired? Sure

Madly in love? Absolutely!!!

Bunny Ears

This kid cracks me up!

On our way home from dinner this evening, Hampton and I ran into Target to get a birthday present for his friend Carsen's party. On our way in, we stopped at the Dollar Spot to look for some fun stickers to add to her gift. Hampton quickly found these bunny ears. He looked at me and matter of factly said, "I need to put deese on to hop like a bunny." I helped him put them on and he proceeded to hop like a bunny all through the store. I was doubled over laughing because they kept falling off so he held them on. Everyone who saw him smiled or laughed too.

I let Hampton pick out some new art supplies for Carsen. We debated between some Color Wonder products and sidewalk paint. I wanted him to get her the Color Wonder stuff, but he insisted we get the paint. I have really enjoyed watching Hampton make decisions and stick with them. He is definitely becoming who he was created to be and I am so grateful to be a part of the Lord's plan for his sweet little life.

After we checked out at Target, he wanted to wear his bunny ears out to the car. Ben rolled his eyes when he saw Hampton's treat, b/c boys don't wear bunny ears :), but he too laughed to see Hampton's excitement. Hampton held his ears on the whole ride home and hopped into the house like a bunny. So much fun!!!

I am crazy about my precious family!!!

I guess his excitement faded more quickly than I thought it would. He will probably be excited about them agian in the morning. Night all!

2 Month Stats

Lucy and Reid got 2 shots today at their 2 month appt. True to form, Lucy was easily consoled, but Reid took it a little harder. They both calmed down pretty quickly, but had a hard afternoon and evening. I don't remember Hampton reacting to his shots, but Lucy and Reid sure did. They both ran a tiny fever, were fussy and had sore legs (where they gave the shots). Ben is out of town, so I was thankful that it hit them at different times. I was able to hold and comfort both of them. Here are their stats.

Lucy:

9 pounds 10 ounces

21 1/4 inches long

Reid:

10 pounds 6 ounces

21 3/4 inches long

The babies are starting to smile and it is SO cute!!!

Eight Weeks Old

My sweet babies are 8 weeks old today. It's hard to believe it was nearly 2 months ago that they joined our family. You would think that by now I would have it together, but I still feel like I'm treading water. From the time I wake up to the time I crash on my pillow, I am going pretty much non-stop, but at the end of the day, I have nothing to show for it. I have a list a mile long of things I need to accomplish, but none of it gets done. I remember feeling this way with Hampton and I have to remind myself that even though you see no evidence that I have been busy all day long, my kids are fed, loved, learning and happy. I just want my house to be picked up too!!! Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't trade being a mom for anything and I L-O-V-E my family. I'm just a little overwhelmed right this second. Enjoy some sweet pictures of Lucy and Reid. I am crazy about them!


LUCY JAMES

Reid Matthew

Last night as Ben was putting Hampton to bed, the following conversation took place:

Daddy - "What do you want to pray for tonight?"

Hampton - "Boogers!"

Daddy - "Boogers? What about boogers?"

Hampton - "For people with boogers...bunches of 'em."

Then they both burst into laughter.

How sweet it is...

Images of Grace

We were so blessed to have the opportunity to have Lucy and Reid photographed by an amazing photographer. Amy has a true gift for capturing life through pictures and we were thankful to be able to "help" her start her new website. She has a well established photography business, but needs to start a website designed specifically for children birth through 1 year. On her blog, she asked for volunteers, especially multiples, to help. I have admired her work for quite a while now, so I jumped at the chance!!! Here are just a few...

I can't wait to see all the images she captured...it's going to be hard to choose!

Meeting Family

My mom's aunt and uncle, Moppy and Jack, stopped by on their way from San Antonio to Canton today. They brought all kinds of goodies for all three kids. We enjoyed a good visit and they got to meet Lucy and Reid. Moppy and Jack visited when Hampton was about the same age. Moppy was kept saying that our house seemed much bigger than she remembered...then she realized the hardwoods made things seem much more open. We replaced our nasty carpet with hardwood floors just before Hampton became mobile. I was reminded of what a blessing this home has been and how thankful I am to have been able to make it our own. The Lord has blessed us greatly and often I take those blessings for granted.
Lately the babies have been pretty fussy in the evenings...I think it must be gas, because Mylicon usually calms them down. We tried some Hylands homeopathic tablets last night and they did not work at all. After an amazing dinner of chicken and dumplings (thanks Ginger) Hampton and Ben went to Cameron's basketball game. I was a touch anxious about having 2 fussy babies all by myself, but thought it would be easier than two fussy babies and an energetic toddler :). After feeding the babies I put Lucy on her Boppy...she has been SO happy. Reid isn't usually as content on his Boppy, but Lucy seems to like it. She rested and made those sweet cooing noises. They have both started "talking" in the last few days. I love baby noises!!! I snuggled Reid until he started nodding off and then put him to bed. Lucy played and has just closed her precious little eyes. I thought she was too cute and couldn't resist pictures. Enjoy my sweet girl in her pretty pink ;)

1 Month Stats

Lucy:

7 pounds 7 ounces -10th percentile

20 inches long - 10th percentile

Reid:

8 pounds 1 ounce - 10th -15th percentile

20 3/4 inches long - 10th percentile

Our babies are now the size of an average newborn...yipee! The doctor was amazed that both babies had gained over 2 pounds. They like to see the babies return to their birth weight by 2 weeks of age...they both did plus an ounce or 2. They like to see babies gain 1 pound above their birth weight by the time they are 1 month old...Lucy and Reid blew that out of the water. All this focus on their feeding is working. I praise you LORD for my healthy babies, all 3 of them.

4 weeks

I can't believe Lucy and Reid are 4 weeks old today and I have only posted 2 times since they were born! We are doing really well adjusting to our new life and the twins are doing great. We have had a few days alone, but have had tons of help over the past 4 weeks. For the most part, the babies sleep and eat. We often laugh at Lucy because she grunts all the time. She seems to have a little but of a tummy problem...lots of gas and trouble going to the bathroom. They are both starting to nurse well, but we still "top them off" with a bottle. They usually eat between 3 and 4 ounces. Hampton loves "his babies" and tells everyone they are his buddies. Last week he told Ms Pat, his MDO teacher, that he had a buddy night with Reid and Daddy...Ben took Reid in to put Hampton to bed and say their prayers. He is such a proud big brother and loves giving kisses. He often refers to Lucy as "Wucy Wou" or "Wucy Girl". I'm sure by now you can tell that my thoughts are pretty scattered, so I'll just get to the pictures.

Sweet Lucy Girl

"Reider Rabbit"

Best Buddies

Such a proud and helpful big brother!

A look at life with 2 little ones...

Keep those germs away!

Happy Valentine's Day

A progression of photos of the kids...

I have a hard time taking pictures of Reid where his eyes don't look like a deer in headlights.

Happy V Day from our home full of LOVE to yours...

What In the World

On more than one occasion over the last several days, Hampton has said...

"I take Wucy and put her in da potty and fush it and her go bye bye and den we onwy have one baby."

It's always sweet Lucy who gets flushed...poor thing.

2 Week Stats

My mom is here helping now, so she picked Hampton up from MDO while I took the twins to the doctor. The babies are growing and "perfectly healthy." Lucy was 18.75 inches long and weighed 5lb 9oz. Reid was 19.25 inches long and weighed 5lb 14oz. They are both above their birth weight YIPEE!!! and they are both between the 3rd and 5th percentile for height and weight. We have little babies. Some how, I didn't get any pictures today...busy, busy, busy :)