The Snake

Yes, you read that right. We had a snake on our back porch last night. Jason was taking out the trash and hear this rattling near his feet. He looked down and away it went, toward the house. Thank goodness the kids were sleeping. So he took care of it. He comes back in and is so excited to show me. GROSS!! So I humor him and go out back to look and it starts moving. So he takes his head off. Really GROSS. This morning Jason & Corbin were up early. I was so happy for a little sleep. However when I get up Corbin can't wait to tell me and show me the snake skin. Yes they took off the tail and skinned the snake. The skin was drying on a board and Corbin is telling me he wants to put it up in his room. I guess it really shows I didn't have any brothers.

The Colic Cure We Use

As many of you know Keeley has Colic. Yes she is better since going off lactos, but some days are still not easy. I now totally understand why some parents do the silliest things to get there kids to stop screaming. I have heard about putting the baby on the dryer and driving around the block for hours to help. However my child is different. She hates her car seat and doesn't like her bouncy seat that so many other moms swear by. However we have found what works for us. It's the quad. I know she's so little and you are probably thinking we are nuts. However when it's one of those times we simple sit with her on it and turn it on. The noise combined with the vibration works wonders. It has actually put her to sleep. So when all else fails, get creative, it just might work.

The Roller Continued

Tonight Keeley totally surprised us. She rolled over from her back to her belly. I thought it would be a few more months before this happened. She really is strong and determined.  She's pretty funny too because after she gets to her tummy she gets upset. She does not like being on her tummy. She is happy. Corbin was even cheering her on one of the times she did it. 

The Sweetest Words

The other night I was tucking Corbin into bed. He said to me "I'm proud of you mom." I asked "why are you proud of me?" He said "because you got me baby sister and I love her so so much for ever and ever." So for all of you who were wondering how well Corbin likes Keeley I think that answers your question.

Some days are better than others

This morning was rough so I decided to take Corbin to McDonalds for lunch. Things were going well and then I smelt something. I had him finish eating and then we headed off to the bathroom. It was bad, so bad we had to change his clothes. So I get him all cleaned up and undressed. Things are working pretty well especially since I have Keeley in the baby bjorn on my chest. Just as I'm putting the clean diaper under Corbin's bottom Keeley throws up all over him. It was lovely. So here I am in the bathroom with 2 kids screaming. Luckily I had a big pack of wipes. I got him all clean, again and off we went. I guess some days are better than others. 

The Roller

Keeley rolled over today for the first time. We are sooo proud of her. She's really growing and is such a happy baby now.

Planting Seeds in the Garden

Today Corbin & I planted seeds in the garden. He was excited about digging in the dirt. So he would dig and I would put the seeds in. After the seeds were planted we watered it and corbin stripped down to run in the water. I think that was his favorite part. Now we cross our fingers and hope something grows. 

Keeley's First Shots

Today Corbin & I took Keeley for her 1st round of shots. She did okay with it. Corbin had a hard time. He was so sweet with her. He got right next to her and held her hand. When they were all done he gave her a big hug and kiss. It really was the sweetest thing. She was 11 pounds 2 oz and 22.75 inches long. She is growing great. 

So I guess I'm going to try this blogging thing. I'm hoping to get the hang of it. My wonderful Aunt Francie set it up for me. Thanks Aunt Francie. 

So we took Corbin to get his hair cut today. He did a great job sitting really still while it was getting cut. After the lady was done Corbin looks at me and said " Thanks mom, now the hairs don't poke my eyes". I guess we should have gotten it cut before today. 

In the Learning Process

Hello All. I'm trying to learn how to do this blog thing. Hang in there while I figure it out. I promise it will get better. :)