Alone At Last

Well, last weekend was mommy and daddy's first time away from the boys. We went to Indy with some friends and did some shopping at Keystone (love that mall) and eating at some awesome restaurants (go to St. Elmos if you're in Indy...best steak ever). We also got some well deserved rest. We had a blast! Chris went to the new Colts stadium. He was psyched. It's a beautiful stadium (can you say that about a stadium...maybe I should use something more manly like striking or gorgeous). But we did miss our buddies. They grew in only a couple days! They really grew! I think Grandma B. fed them well. I heard they ate a lot of pancakes.

Daddy got the boys some Colts T's from his stadium trip. It was another Colts win!!! GO COLTS!

It was an exciting adventure at the JP play area. Actually two exciting adventures. Last week, we went with our friends Tobie, Sydney & Bella in the evening. This was the first time I let the boys out of their strollers because we were the only ones there. They LOVED it! I got a lot of exercise chasing them around. Well, we tried it again this week at lunch time. Not a good idea. It was really crowded, and Adam wasn't so sure about it. Ben kept trying to escape, but Jacob was making new friends. That's a pretty happening place at lunch time. I think we'll stick to the evenings for now. The boys really love to get Auntie Anne's pretzels when we're there. That's our treat when we go to JP. Unsalted of course!

Their first Krispy Kreme donuts. Yummy!

Big news...Jacob is standing up without holding on to anything. He's so proud of himself. It won't be long before he's walking. Adam is walking all over. He's learned to walk around things now. He even walks sideways! Ben's just chilling. He stands up all by himself, I think he really likes that, but he's not committed to walking yet. He'll get there. They all learned to clap their hands too. They're starting to mimic sounds and gestures. It's so much fun! But when we try to get video, they stop. I need to install a hidden camera! I also need to take more pics. I was such a slacker this week.

The Three Amigos!


Ben "My bros are up to no good!"

Adam and the Giant Peach...well, not giant anymore. He ate it!

Mommy and Jacob. What a ham!

Well, it's off to Sleepytown for mommy. Sweet dreams everyone!

Happy Halloween!

First off...Happy Halloween! But most importantly, Adam is walking across the room now. Jacob still likes to dance, and he's starting to stand up on his own. He gets so excited that he falls down. Ben is a dancing king...he even shakes his head. Adam sways side-to-side. If I ever figure out how to get a video on here, you have to see their dance moves. It's hilarious! Of course, The Beach Boys really get them moving. They also like James Brown's "I Feel Good". I had the radio on the other day, and that song came on. They got their little grove on. They're so funny! They like bedtime storytime as well. We're in to "The Going to Bed Book" now. Don't they look so cute in their jammies!


We had so much fun last week. I love Halloween. As most of you know, it's my favorite holiday. Candy, costumes, scary movies...what could be better? We went to JP for trick-or-treating. The boys were penguins. We drew a big crowd. I think we should start charging people.

My MOPS group had a Halloween party. The boys dressed in their alligator outfits. They were so cute. They played so much that they took a 3 hour nap. Plus it was nice to hang with other mommies.

Mattie went to The Pink Poodle to get groomed. Doesn't she look cute!


Our friends, Natalie, Perry and Blake, came to visit. Blake is only 1 month old. Can't wait 'til you get a little bigger buddy so all you boys can play together.
Uncle Grant got the boys awesome Colts jerseys. GO COLTS!!!


We got our games faces on for the big game.

Well...it's off to Sleepytown with Moose A. Moose. Sweet dreams!

ps...Mommy and Daddy actually watched a movie last weekend...the whole thing!

The Surprise Was On Me!

Chris was being pretty sneaky last weekend. He organized a surprise 25th (okay...30th) birthday party for me. I really didn't see it coming, and quite honestly, I didn't think he'd be able to get the addresses of any of our friends (since he's not computer literate, he wouldn't know how to get addresses off excel). The surprise was on me!!! It was great to see friends and family. It's been awhile since I've seen some of you guys!!! Thank you for coming! The night ended pretty late, but we had a blast.

Ben had so much fun he lost his shirt.

Yummy Birthday Cake!!! Happy 25TH!!! I think I can get away with 25 for a few more years...HA HA! My birthday wish...can't tell or it won't come true!

We also went to Flanagans for my birthday dinner. Thank goodness that place is loud! We didn't eat until after 6:30pm, so the boys were a little cranky. But chicken strips and fries made everyone happy!

Jacob was showing everybody how to drink out of a straw. Way to go pun'kin!!!

Big News AND 1st Birthday

Okay...the big news...are you ready...Adam took a few steps. He's not officially walking, but he's been walking a few feet at a time. This is a HUGE milestone in his development. Chris and I are so excited. And Adam is so cute about it; he's so proud of himself. My little baby is almost walking!!! Proud daddy thinks he'll be walking by next week.

Ben is standing up without holding on to anything. He's becoming quite a pro at this. And Jacob's doing a lot of dancing. His favorite song is "Barbara Ann" by the Beach Boys. Gotta love it!

And they're drinking out of regular sippy cups. Thanks Aunt Suzette for the Halloween sippys!

We can't forget about their birthday. Adam, Jacob and Ben had breakfast in bed (a Bible family tradition). Well, it wasn't a big breakfast. They just had their bottles. They weren't too happy that mommy and daddy woke them up (Chris wanted to see them before he left for work).

Then we went to lunch with Grandma B. at Bob Evans. Their FIRST lunch at a restaraunt (I usually feed them before we leave). They had mac & cheese, broccoli and ice cream. I must say they did quite well. Then we had birthday dinner at IHOP with mommy & daddy, Grandma P. and Grandma & Grandpa B. They had scrambled eggs, french toast and of course...ice cream. Love that IHOP!
Their birthday party was the following Saturday. In attendance were Great-Great Grandma E., Great-Grandma & Grandpa B., Great-Grandma & Grandpa J., Great-Grandma & Grandpa P., Grandma P., Grandma & Grandpa B., Great-Aunt Sharon & Uncle Bob, Great-Aunt Jeanie & Uncle Gene, Aunt Jen, Uncle Jeff, cousin Logan, Aunt Connie, cousin Kyliah and cousin Cassie. Whew, that's a lot of Greats! It's awesome that all the grandparents were able to come. It was nice to see everyone. Of course, it was a Moose A. Moose themed party. Unfortunately, you can't find Moose A. Moose anything, so I didn't have any Moose decorations. But, Grandma B. to the rescue! She made Moose cakes and Zee cupcakes. They were so adorable, and they tasted good too!

Next, it was time to open up presents. Logan helped the boys with their gifts. He was so excited. He picked out a book for the boys, and he couldn't wait to for them to see it. The boys also got some toys and clothes. Thank you to everyone for the gifts.

This guy looks like trouble!

Great-Great Grandma & Jacob

Too cute!

We also went to see Dr. Einhaus and the ladies. Next time, mommy needs to go when I'm more caffenated. I was a zombie that day! We also went to the zoo and had lunch at DQ ALL BY OURSELVES. Mommy was very proud of herself! The boys were so good. We are so lucky...they're such good boys. They just hung out in their stroller and ate their chicken and ice cream...no problems.
The boys also had their 1 year checkup. Adam weighs 19lbs. 15oz. and is 29" tall, Jacob weighs 19lbs. 10oz. and is 30" tall, and our small fry, Ben,weighs 17lbs. 6oz. and is 28 1/2" tall. They're all doing quite well, with the exception of their size. Dr. Dillon doesn't seem too concerned as long as they keep growing (especially in height). Right now, Ben is in the 3-5% for weight, and Adam and Jacob are in the 10-25% for weight. Keep growing boys!!!!
Well, I'm going to go shower. It's been a long day. By the way, this took me about a week to write. I'll try to update sooner, but I have a little fellow that just doesn't want to sleep. Take care everyone!