Many thanks!

What a wonderful Mother's Day I had today! It wasn't planned - just turned out that way. My wonderful mom took me shopping and bought me a couple pairs of shorts. Thanks, Mom! My dear friend, Mona, came by with some FABULOUSLY yummy bread which my boys and I devoured. And by my boys and I what I really mean is me. She also brought a beautiful hand-made card, gift bag with a new punch inside, and tag. Thanks, Mona! Finally, my brother-in-law, Jeff, and my sister-in-law, Steph, brought food over and cooked a fabulous dinner for Mother's Day. It was delicious and they didn't complain that we didn't even get to eat until 9:00 or so after the boys were taken care of. Thanks, Jeff and Steph! Jeff even did the dishes after dinner. Thanks, Jeff!

We also had a first for Nolan. I've been struggling with him because he normally won't fall asleep unless he's having some milk. He had fallen asleep but he woke up when I tried to put him in his crib. I decided to let him cry while we finally got to eat dinner and then I would go back up and hold him afterwards. He screamed his head off for at least 20 minutes or so but when I went back up he was asleep. I feel like crying that he had to cry himself to sleep - although I know it's what he's going to have to do to get past this milk thing. So, thank you, Nolan, for getting yourself back to sleep. :) Now I shall try to get myself to sleep - just have to peel Mark off the floor, go upstairs, brush, floss, and water pick. Good Night!

The Wagon

I took the boys for a little walk in the wagon this morning. I'm a little nervous about that lately since I saw a huge beehive down the street. Anyway, I was too lazy to put the wagon in the garge after the walk so I just left it in the living room. Those boys spent the entire day playing in and around that wagon. They loved climbing in and out and opening and closing the door. I only had to rescue one or the other several times when that one was getting squashed on the floor of the wagon. I guess it will have a new home in the living room from now on. I can already see that I'm going to have to build them a fort to play in sooner than later.

Nolan

Nolan and little Colvin the climber

Today was pretty low-key. Colvin seems to be feeling much better and the runny noses are gone. Nolan crawled into my lap alot and seemed to just want to cuddle. That is quite unusual for him. He did the same with Mark when he got home from work. We also had a nice little visit from Aunties Barb and Vicky and Kim. Hopefully they will come back again soon. Hint. Hint.

This evening Colvin walked over to Nolan, smacked his face, pulled his hair, and pushed him down. I was about to scold Colvin when Nolan busted out laughing. I guess that's boys for you.

Colvin

Colvin learned how to get down off the couch without falling off today. All he needs if the slightest of boosts to get up. Once up he decided to practice standing on his head. Seems like it would be much nicer there than on the tile - at least until he does a summersault off the other side. Ouch.

I took the baby seat off the rocking horse today. I think Nolan liked that much better. He didn't have any trouble staying on and even rocked it himself. My babies are just growing up so fast.

The Gift

Well, my mom has done it this time. It seems a bit of a splurge in these tough economic times, but I suppose there is no gift too good for these boys.

This morning Colvin actually did a summersault. He was standing on his head and bent too far forward. I sure wish I could have caught that on tape. I'm sure there will be more to come. They have been so busy today. From the looks of my house, they have picked up, played with, and carried around every single toy they have. It looks like there was a major toy explosion. Hopefully this means they will sleep well tonight.

This morning they got their first dose of another culture. Our new neighbors from India had a house blessing ceremony and invited us over. I believe that we were the only people there that weren't Indian and it was a very full house. It was very interesting and beautiful. The ceremony was performed by their priest in the language of Megh*alaya. They said they are of the Christian faith. It was beautiful and sounded like song the entire way through. They shook incense throughout the house and sang and chanted. The women were all in their beautiful saris of every color. The boys and I all found it very interesting to watch and listen.

Well, I better get off the computer and make some dinner for the boys before they start yelling at me. I'm running late as it is.

Ramblings

I don't really have any news to report. I won't type long because I cut my finger so it's really hard to type. You know, it's one of those horrible, life-threatening paper cuts that hurt like the dickens. The boys seem to be on the mend. They are still snot factories, but not all day. Colvin still has his cough but he seems to be feeling better now. We were supposed to have their pictures taken today in really cute 1920's - 1930's themed sets and costumes. I cancelled mostly because I'm paranoid about the Swi*ne Fl*u, but also because I didn't want a bunch of expensive pictures that all show shiny upper lips. Ick. I did end up taking Nolan out for a few errands while Colvin was napping in hope that Mark would nap too. He's been working rediculous hours and then coming home and helping me with the boys. He's so good. Then he stays up half the night doing more work. He's working right now at 9:30 on a Saturday night. At least he can work from home. And this is just after his company layed 14 more people off, made the rest of them take a 5% pay-cut, and then had the cajones to ask the guys to work over the weekend. They wanted them to come into the office and work. Mark said no. Anyway, I think I said I didn't have much to say. Sometimes I just can't help myself once I start typing. I'm also procrastinating going upstairs and getting ready for bed. I'm dead tired so don't ask me why. How can I expect my boys not to fight sleep when I do the same thing? Well, I better wrap it up. Here are a few pictures that I snapped today. I hope you enjoy. :)

One of their new things is sitting on the couch. They both will lay back and do this funny little slouched look. I think they are immitating me. Note to self: spend less time on couch. They have also started immitating each other. If I lay Nolan on the floor so he can give himself his bottle, Colvin will lay down next to him. Another funny thing was when Nolan fell and bumped his head on the baseboard. My mom went over to console him. Colvin went right over to the same spot, bent over and tapped his head on the baseboard and let out a fake little cry so that he could get the extra attention too. Little stinker baby.

See, look at those cute little rolls that Nolan still has on his legs.

Colvin has also started licking the floor. Note to self: mop more often.

Nolan saw Colvin do it so then he did it too.

This is Colvin's latest trick. I find him standing like this all the time. It cracks me up so I was very happy that I was finally able to get a picture of it.

I had to share these last two pictures from yesterday. Nolan was patting Colvin on the head like he knew he was sick and he was trying to make him feel better. Then they raided the new box of diapers that I bought. They had the best time making a giant diaper disaster area.