Happy Half Birthday

Yeah, we made it!  Justin and I have recalled many times that when we found out we were having twins, we knew it would be challenging. We would continuously say, "we just need to get through the first 6 months," because we knew those would be the most difficult.  Well, we did it and it went by so fast! 

We also remember how much fun Alena was when she turned 6 months and the amount of change that happens from 6-12 months.  Hard to believe we will soon have THREE mobile children!  It will be interesting to see how big sister Alena reacts when the babies can get into her things...

Lauren:  Sweet miss Lauren!  You continue to be much more laid back than I thought you were going to be (you were so active in utero!).  You are nearly 3 pounds smaller than your brother but I've just decided that you are going to grow at your own pace.  You continue to be difficult to feed bottles to because all you want to do is look around!  So far, you really have no interest in learning how to hold your own bottle and I think you're pretty happy when each feeding is over so you can watch what is going on without distractions!  We love seeing your ear to ear smile every day and love how excited you get when you see one of us.  You particularly love your big sister and give her the most smiles and laughs!  We are still using up some size 1 diapers (thankfully there are only a few left) and I dressed you in 3 month clothes again today although you are starting to fit in most of your 6 month clothes.  You are getting a little long for some 6 month pajamas though.  This month of sleep has been a little rough.  You and your brother have taken turns getting up in the middle of the night-and lately you have both been up.  Mom and dad are really hoping this changes soon!

Lauren and Cousin Billy

Caleb:  We are starting to figure out what makes you giggle and it's so much fun!  You love when daddy rubs his head on your chest or we tickle you under your arms.  You love to stand and have such strong legs!  You can sit for short periods of time by yourself without tipping over.  You've also mastered reaching for toys and bringing them to your mouth.  You finish your bottles so quickly and can hold your own bottle.  You are more than ready to start solids. 

Caleb and Cousin Danielle

 



Alena loves having you at her daycare and she comes to visit you two a few times a week.  It's a lot dropping off and picking up three children and often times Justin does this by himself.  The other day I hear Alena talking to her brother and sister.  "I love you so much."  "You're so cute."  It pretty much melted my heart.  We are so lucky that she has adjusted as well as she has and wants to be such a big helper.  She is anxious to help feed her brother and sister.  I know it will be messy but having an extra hand will be helpful!

 Alena enjoying swim lessons with Miss Flo