I should have blogged after last weekend sooner. It was so much fun having everyone to our house on Sunday and then spending Monday (his "real" birthday) as a family. While the weather didn't really cooperate, it ended up not mattering anyway. Don and I divided and conquered (almost) all of the tasks we needed to do on Saturday. I took Leah food shopping and he took Ian to do the other errands. Ian decided with all of the excitement that he didn't need to nap. Well, Don and I disagreed, so there was a battle royale. Don ultimately won and took Ian for a drive to make sure he got some rest before the Engles arrived.

We hung out around the house that afternoon and Derek and Ian played surprisingly well together. Their favorite activity - filling the Buzz pinata with candy. The grownups ordered Poncho Loco for dinner....mmmm! The PA Cornes arrived around 10 with Paige (who sleepily clung to Don) and Shane (who loved all the new toys our house held for him). The ladies turned in early while the guys stayed up way too late. So it was normal.

Sunday arrived quickly and the house got straightened up and the food arrived. Despite the caterer locking his keys in the car, the food was delicious. We are still eating leftovers! There was rain all morning until the Frains showed up. Then the sun came out! While it wasn't really warm, it was nice enough for the Bounce House to get a workout from 20 or so kids. Poor Genna got water dumped on her head from the leftover rain. Luckily, she lives super close, so she could run home to change. Ian had no problems being the center of attention and marched around the house like he owned the joint. Before we knew it, it was cake time, pinata time and present time. Ian did pretty well and opened all of his gifts and said Thank You. Most people left around 1:30, but we had some stay until 4 or so. That was nice. His favorite gift was a weed whacker and goggles from the Duffs. He has played with almost everything already.

For the evening, Don and I decided to let him watch the movie "Cars" and have ice cream downstairs (what a treat!). We all got into our PJs and settled in. He made it 5 minutes into the movie and didn't even take one bite before he fell asleep leaning on Don. Birthdays can wear you out!

I took Monday off of work and we decided to head to Southwick's Zoo in Massachusetts. It was a nice day and Ian loved it. They had rides and playgrounds and animals to see. He even got to ride an elephant! I hope to post some pictures soon. Both kids were in great moods all day and I think that was our present from them. Don't ask about that night with Leah though. It was the worst yet.

Memorial Day weekend will be busy in Boston on Sunday. Don is running his 3rd Half marathon. We are going to watch for the first time. I'm excited!

Well, in 3 short days my BABY will be 3! It is funny that the past 3 years seem to go by so slow and so fast at the same time. I read somewhere that with kids, the days feel like marathons and the years feel like seconds. It is pretty true.

It has been so wonderful having Ian in our lives. It is hard for me to figure out what parts of his personality are because he is 3 and what is just him. I know for sure that he loves music and Toy Story. He has a high pain tolerance and hates to sleep. He isn't a picky in terms of what he eats, but is very choosy as to when he eats. He loves his family (even his little sister) and would rather be with us than anyone else (besides Boo the dog). His favorite playplaces are real cars and trucks. He is very outgoing and loves to play at other people's houses, but not necessarily with the other people. He talks ALOT. He doesn't like to sing in front of people (can't be my kid), but will happily play air guitar for them. He doesn't like to dance either, the best you get is a good head bob. He loves TV and would watch it ALL day if we let him. Throwing rocks or sticks in water is also another favorite activity. He enjoys pointing out planes and car carriers and excavators. Puzzles, the alphabet, and throwing a ball are easy for him. Potty training is hard for him. He has the blondest hair I've ever seen on anyone. We found out that he has 2 bottom teeth that are fused together this week. He has a birthmark on the back of his knee. What a cool kid!

Happy Birthday, buddy!

Well, I got the best phone call today. Ian has been wearing underwear ALL DAY. And only one accident so far (when watching TV, figures)! I'm so excited. Hopefully the concept will sink in with him now. He is also going to the dentist for the first time tonight. He is growing up so fast!

My big, beautiful girl had her 4 month checkup yesterday. Except for a head cold, she is very healthy. She is 15 lbs 12 oz and 25.5 inches long. I looked up Ian's stats this morning and he was bigger at 4 months (16lbs 13 oz). That explains why she is still in 3-6 month clothing and he was way out of it by this time. She took her shots really well and only cried for a minute.

She is such a social little person and her absolute favorite thing to do is look at people. If she were our first, we would have no need for toys, however our house would have to be full of people all the time. Yesterday was gorgeous weather-wise so after work we all went for a walk. Then the bugs started in. I always forget about the bugs in the dead of winter.

Happy Friday and have a great weekend!

Go Leah!

I missed it, but she rolled over back to front twice this morning! She was up from 10:30 until 12:45 last night for no reason, but now I know. "They" say that wakeful babies might be getting ready to tackle a big milestone. Guess that "they" were right this time.

What a fast weekend! I can hardly believe that it is Monday again. We had an expensive weekend. On Saturday, we went to 3 different RV places to look at Pop Up campers. Don has wanted to really go camping as a family for so long, and I'm not a camper, so this was our comprimise. I think it will work out well. We bought one late Saturday and should get it next Saturday. It is a 2002 Coleman (for those in the know). Our first "trip" will be in the driveway sometime in the near future. This helps determine what stuff you need for when you actually go to a campsite.

On Sunday, we went to Bob's Discount Furniture. Ian loves this place because they have a mini golf course with free lemonade and popcorn. We ended up buying a new kitchen table (very reasonably priced) & chairs. We have our dining room table in the kitchen and it is just too big to manuver around. Our new set is very similar looking, but smaller. The dining set will go into storage until we have a house with a real dining room.

I can't believe how fast Ian's party is coming up. It should be a ton of fun!

May May May....I love this time of year. It is like a reward for making it through the horrible winter. I started dating Don in May and Ian was born in May. All in all, a very good month.

News flash....they are now making Size 7 diapers (for 41lbs and up) and yes, we bought them for Ian. We've been buying small packs in hopes that potty training would take off, but no such luck He goes about once a day, but that is it. Next update will be that he is now wearing Depends.

Leah has the sniffles and I feel so bad for her. I don't understand how she can be fine all day and then get stuffed up at night. Any ideas?

I'm up to 19 lbs down since starting Weight Watchers. I'm about halfway to my goal. I'm pretty happy about the results, it is just no fun.