Hump Day Cuties.....

Gabby doesn't like it when I comb her hair..check out the look on her face below. She appears to be thinking "Why! mommy, why!?"

Grant, looks so relieved that he is no longer tortured by the big bad comb.

Black Friday Cuties...

The day after Thanksgiving is known as "Black Friday" because it marks the beginning of the holiday shopping season. Well, being the adventure seekers we are, we actually set out on a trip to the mall, not for the sales, but for a much needed hair cut for Grant. Today was the day that Grant got his very first hair cut. We have been debating how to go about this for several weeks, so we finally decided to let the professionals do the job. We went to Cartoon Cuts since they specialize in kids. Grant screamed bloody murder through the entire cut. It was very difficult to see. We intended to simply even out his fro, but it turned into a full blown cut. I must admit I miss the fro already, but I know it will grow back soon enough. Grant looks like such a big boy now. Here are some pics of his new coif. Also below watch a great video of GnG singing a tune :-). The cuteness factor is off the charts.

My Twoddlers

Dear GnG -

I'm sorry I haven't posted in a while, my camera battery has been dead and I just found the charger. I know..bad momma :-). Well, you're adjusting to the twoddler phase very well.

Dear Grant, you no longer walk with hesitation, you run with skill. You can even do mean side step. You are constantly talking and most of your words start with G.. a lot of times it sounds like this "Ga..Ga..GaGa..Ga..GaGa..Ga..Ga..Ga..." Your daddy and I have even made a song to it :-). You are super strong and honestly, I don't know how much longer I can change your diaper, it's truly like WWII when you see me approach you with wipes and a diaper in hand. I have to tackle you to the floor and put my leg across your torso just to keep you still. There is absolutely no way I can change you on the changing table anymore. By the way, your new nickname is Sir Poopalot, yes, you my son can put out quite a load and you are VERY regular. Okay, enough about poop and diapers. Developmentally I think you're doing great. You understand many concepts, such as "Up!" When I say "Up!" you know it's time to climb upstairs. When I say kiss, you know I want a kiss...when I say no, well, you know to stop, but you don't always stop. I know you understand far more than I can write about, but you are a super boy. One of my favorite things to do with you is sing the Itsy Bitsy Spider Song. You get so excited and you even try your best to do the hand movements. You are very independent, in fact, I don't get a chance to cuddle with you like I would like to. You always seem like you're on the clock, so hurried and busy...too busy for cuddling...Kisses you give, but they are short, but oh so sweet.

My dearest Gabrielle. You are the epitome of a little girl, you are like a gentle flower. Even amidst the craziness that Grant brings to the picture, you still seem to stay calm and gentle. Just recently you started giving us big, big smiles, it is so cute. You are quite the talker, I think your record for talking non-stop is 30 minutes :-). I love it! You have a reputation around town as the little girl with the big voice. Many have stopped us to comment on the explosiveness of your vocal ability. While you are the sweetest little thing, you sure do know how to let us know you're unhappy. You've developed a knack for saying no to food. It's absolutely impossible to get you to eat sometimes. As a matter of fact, at your 12 month appointment you only weighed 16.8 lbs. Your Pediatrician is not happy with those figures, so we are on a mission to plump you up. You now rank in the <3% for weight. You recently started to stand on your own, it's so cute because you know it's a major accomplishment and you look to us for applause when you stand. My favorite time with you is bath time. I just love to lotion and give you massages. You seem so happy and relaxed. And I feel like you gaze in my eyes as if to say "thanks mommy, I feel so fresh". You and your brother love music, he does squats and you do the head banger dance.

GnG, I'm so excited about this journey we are in, this love affair is just fabulous. We are blessed to have each other.

Below is a video of your everyday life...just play, play, play!

Happy Birthday To Ya! Happy Birthday to Ya...Happy Birthday......(Sung to Stevie Wonder's melody)

Dear GnG -
Wow, I can’t believe an entire year has gone by; this year has been incredible. This year started out a little rough as we learned how to best care for you, but we eventually learned how to please you and make you happy. Today you’re happy babies and so much fun to be around. This day has been so bittersweet for me, while I am so happy to see you grow and learn at such a fast pace, I’m also sad when you can’t wait for me to let you go so you can run and play. For me to get a kiss I have to chase you down, but that’s always lots of fun too. People always comment on how tired I must be with having to care for twins, but they are wrong most of the time. Most days I awaken to a feeling of excitement to see you and be with you. You’re so addictive! I am so excited about the new year ahead. Here are some pictures from your very first birthday party.

Your first cake....





The gifts were great, but all the paper was even better!



Lots of family and friends came to celebrate.