This Week

This was the first full week in our new Fall schedule. A and E are in school. Plus A has extracurriculars such as ballet and playgroup. I relish the downtime that I get to spend with them whether it be on the couch watching a movie (we have watched Tangled so much I can recite line by line) or reading books or field trips to the Arboretum and library. Time is precious and I have to remind myself not to get caught up in the tedious.

Here are some of the pics from the park, Arboretum and reading High Five with A.

Fun in the bath

Ethan is starting to really like the water, especially bath time. The minute I put him in the water he starts splashing around and grabbing for toys. This baby is ADORABLE!

A and G

Annabelle and Gwen are fast friends. And now, not only are they neighbors but they go to school and ballet together. So fun. They are so sweet together and have so much fun. This clip is from a playdate a while back. Thought it was worth including. :-)

Roar

Just some fun at the Dallas Zoo. A is much more excited about the train and the carousel than the animals.

First Day of School

We have been waiting for this day for a long time. It is the Fall and first day at Wilshire for Annabelle and Ethan. Both kiddos go three days a week- Annabelle in PreK 3's and Ethan in the infant room. So far we really like their teachers and Annabelle really loves being in school and making new friends. I am so looking forward to seeing her learn and grow this year. She is so smart!

E's first taste of solid foods

Ethan wasn't really into the rice cereal. As a matter of fact, he pretty much hated it at first. It might have had something to do with the fact that his sister wanted to be involved and feed him. She was probably going a little too slow for his liking... and missing his mouth completely! Anyway, E has since moved on to oatmeal, carrots and sweet potato and he has not turned any of those down. Here is hoping that Ethan is a little more adventurous that A is when it comes to eating a variety of food.

FOOTBALL SEASON

Are you ready for some GAMECOCK football? We are!

Family Pics

Back in July we had a family photo shoot. It was an "experience," to say the least. All the kids were in a bad mood (except Annabelle- she was actually smiley in most of the pics). It was hot and muggy. Great combination, don't you think? Anyway, we did manage with the help of photoshop, to get a good group photo. Check out the pics below. My absolute fav is the last pic. Kids are saying, "WE ARE DONE!"

Happy Half Birthday Ethan!

He is halfway to 1yr and I can't believe how fast time flies! Ethan is an absolute doll and we are really enjoying seeing him grow and develop his personality. For the most part he is very cuddly. He likes to be held and in the action. The only exception is at night. He doesn't really like to be held too long- just wants to go to bed! Ha! Doesn't bother me especially since he is a good sleeper. 11 hours at night and usually 2 naps a day for about 1.5 hours. :-)

He LOVES watching his sister. In fact, some of his biggest smiles are reserved specifically for her. Every time I hear Annabelle say, "Hi, Ethan buddy, Ethan buddy, Ethan buddy," my heart melts because he breaks out with the biggest grin on his face. I hope that they are always close and sweet to each other....

Stats from his 6 month check up are as follows: weight, 15.5.6 lbs (11th %), length 25.75 in (13th %), head circ. 16.8 in (27th %). Little one is officially eating all formula - I think that has a lot to due with the weight gain- and he has started solids. I will post more on that later.

Here are the pics. Happy Half BUDDY!