County Fair 2010

We headed down to the county fair last wed. night with the boys. It wasn't crowded on a weeknight so it was great. Trenton was really excited about riding all the rides. Matt, not so much. Matt commented that the fair was the grossest/dirtiest he's ever seen it. I told him I think it's we just NOTICE now that we are parents. Oh well, that's what hand sanitizer is for I guess. Trevor really liked checking out all the action.

Trenton on his first ride. Flintstone rollercoaster. He was the only kid so the guy let him ride for however long he wanted.

Matt and Trenton on a REAL little rollercoaster. Once again the only ones. I was laughing so hard because after they made it around 3 or 4 times I could tell Matt had had enough. He kept knodding to the "carnie" like "ok, that's enough". But.....they went around like 10 more times. I could tell Matt was getting pissed. :)

If this picture does not describe the personalities of these 2 people, then I don't know what does! This is them on the big ferris wheel about to go up. Matt hates carnival rides and heights. Look at his face!

Two of my favorite things.....1. sleeping babies 2. lemonade from the fair (or as Trenton calls it "watermelon juice" ?????)

Trevor 10 weeks and getting ready to work

I can't believe that almost 11 weeks have gone by. It's even fast the 2nd time, if that is even possible. I go back to work in less than a week. Trevor and I visited his room yesterday. He seemed super excited about the other babies, I'm sure he'll make some good friends. ;) Today is acutually my last day by myself with Trevor. Sadness... I thought it would be a good time to start him in his crib, for real this time! He is napping in there right now, so far so good. I usually let him nap in the swing and daycare won't let him do that so he needs to get used to napping in his bed. I didn't think he would have too much trouble, he sleeps all night with no swing...speaking of, this kid has been sleeping through the night for about 3 weeks now, I'm calling it official. He is definatley my favorite baby (ha! just kidding). What did you say mom? This is our last day together ALONE? What?!

Pure cuteness.

He loves to stretch as soon as I unswaddle him in the mornings. Some grunting usually goes along with this.

This is the grunting picture.

Ahhhhh, good morning. Kind of looks like he is doing the "sprinkler" dance move. That's my kid for sure!

Someone has also become a fan of the floor gym. He likes to smile at his toys and is TRYING to control his hands a little.

Trevor was getting a little figity while I was in the kitchen when it dawned on me "BABY EINSTIEN"!!!!! How could I have forgotten about those DVDs from God (a bit dramatic I know). He seems to like it...YES!!


Focus

I couldn't leave you without an interruption from big brother....because that is just what he does these days. He has been acting out a little more starting last weekend, probably just feeling a little neglected. We have really tried to make sure he had plenty of attention and our efforts might be wearing off a little. It is hard to keep up with a crazy 3 y.o. and give Trevor everything he needs too. He is also giving up his nap (which I thought would never happen). When he doesn't take one, he goes to bed easy at 8:00. He was starting to go to bed at 9:00 (way too late by my standards) and it was taking him sometimes an hour to fall asleep. We'll see.....

Park Weather

We've had a nice break from the scorching temperatures around here lately. Trenton, Trevor, and I took advantage last week and headed to the park one evening. We had a McDonalds picnic and took Trevor for a walk in the stroller while Trenton rode his bike. Trenton looks really happy but Trevor is pissed.

We haven't been to the park since the spring. Trenton always watched the kids slide down these 2 bars on their legs but he was always too little to try (and I wouldn't let him). As soon as I sat down on the bench with Trevor, Trenton ran up there and slid down on his armpits. Scared me to death, but he was pretty proud.

There was such a nice breeze that night. Trevor ended up taking a snooze.

Putt Putt

Last Thursday we decided to bring the boys to Rogers for a little putt putt. Our friends, and neighbors (well, a few houses down) opened it a few weeks ago. I THINK it's called Golf Mountain...for some reason I can't remember. It's right next to Fast Lanes (great location!). Trenton had fun hitting the ball in the water on purpose because there are nets to fish your balls out with...that was his favorite part. :) Trevor also seemed to like it...hehe. Mommy and Daddy got a little competitive, just like when we were dating (hmmmm. about 11-12 years ago!) I clearly won, but that's still up for debate I guess.

Trevor's 1st Golf Outing

Trevor had his 1st golf outing a few weeks ago. We went really early before it got too hot. We only lasted about an hour. I must say it's getting a little crowded in the cart with all four of us. I hold on to the carseat and put my legs on the "dash" of the cart and Trenton sits between us. I just noticed Trevor raising his hand in the picture...crack me up!

Ut oh...someone is not going to like hats. That's not going to fly in this family. Trenton didn't mind them so we have a lot!

I'm a Steamin Machine!

First of all.....I'm laughing at my miniature picture of my steamer! I am way to easily entertained by the way.

Today I bought a Shark Steamer at WalMart. I have wanted one for a few months now and finally just went and bought it! (Well, I called Matt first and nicely asked.....I am out of money :)) I almost forgot to eat lunch I was having so much fun! I want to clean everyday now (this is exactly what I said when I got my Dyson a few years ago and that attitude has definatley wore off). But, I think this excitement might last a little longer. I have used both sides of three pads and am washing them so I can do some more. What's really funny is the Shark infomerical was on while I was doing the living room. I did all my floors, my tile countertops in my kitchen, my stovetop, and my shower door. If it wouldn't burn my baby, I would consider steaming him. Scary that it even crossed my mind, I know.

Tummy Time

This first picture is not "tummy time" but thought it shouldn't be left out. We finally made it back to church! Trevor's 1st Sunday. We didn't put him in the nursery this time but probably will from now on. The service was so great because it was only praise and worship (my favorite) and Trevor loved sleeping to the music (or the sound of my beautiful voice-hehe). We did have to cut things a few min. short though so next time it's "too the nursery!" He looks like he is going to punch something but I promise he was really excited to go.

Now.....tummy time! Trevor likes being on his tummy for about 5 min...and no more! He has also found the tv, which motivates him to lift his head so he can see it. We were watching "Extreme Makover: Home Edition" He started crying because he had had enough and I was crying because that's what I always do at the end of that show. :)

He is starting to look LESS like Big Brother...even though there are still some similarities.

I'm exhausted! This is hard work!

Trevor 2 Months

Trevor turned 2months last Thursday. He is changing and growing like a little weed. He loves to smile at mommy and daddy at the sound of our voices. He absolutely LOVES his swing (only side to side swinging though). He is still sleeping in our room in the pack n play but will probably be moved to his bed soon because he is sleeping pretty soundly now. He goes to bed about 8:00 and will take one bottle at 3:00am "ish". Mommy couldn't ask for anything better...Trenton woke up every three hours until he was 8mo. old!

TIIIIMMMBBBEERRRR!

Watching mommy and Trenton eat dinner. He doesn't know what he is missing.

Looking WIDE EYED as usual. My sister Michelle says he always looks scared or shocked. :)

These are the clothes that I packed away this week. I can't believe that he has outgrown this stuff so fast...how quickly you forget.

His stats at 2mo Dr. visit:

Weight:10lbs 15.5 oz (40th perc) (we'll just call that 11lbs)--2lbs lighter than big bro Trenton at 2 mo.
Height:23 in.(50-60th perc)--2 in. shorter than big bro Trenton at 2mo.

SwimRanch

I know "Swim Ranch" is a popular post lately...hopefully this will be the last one you will have to read! :) This was Trenton's 3rd year for swim ranch and I'm glad to say he has graduated from "water baby" status to a "lane" next year. I don't have to get in the water next year! .....oh wait, Trevor starts next year! 3 more water baby years I guess. We met new friends, mommy Meredith and her daughter, Reece...hope to see you guys again soon.

Mommy's little stud muffin.

Daddy got in the water on the last day, yipee! Syd and little Stella came to see Trenton show off his skills....and she took great pics while I held Trevor.

1-2-3 jump! Trenton like to strike different poses in the air, what a goof!

Dog paddling all by himself across the whole pool! He was supposed to be humming while swimming to avoid getting water in his nose/mouth....but you know Trenton, laughing and smiling the whole time....only Trenton would smile and laugh as he looks like he is drowning.


Almost to the wall!

Made it...good boy!

Kisses from Daddy

Hey! I want to go swimming! One more year...

Another funny Trenton story....2 nights ago I went to check on him before I went to bed and he was awake. Daddy had given him gatorade in a sippy (bad daddy!) and Trenton told me that he poured it in his ears! I felt his ears and sure enough there was gatorade everywhere. I asked WHY he did that and he said he wanted to be big and strong so he just poured it in his ears....I think someone saw a gatorade commercial and wants to be like those athletes. HA

LUMP in my throat!

Just ventured to a new friends blog and read this....

Cleaning and scrubbing can wait till tomorrow

For babies grow up, we've learned to our sorrow

So quiet down cobwebs, dust go to sleep

I'm rocking my baby, and babies don't keep.

Why am I balling right now...crazy hormones!!

My Trenton

I know lately ALL I've been talking about is baby Trevor. Trenton is getting some attention now. He has been an awesome big brother. Never jealous and always sweet. Sometimes a little too loud but Trevor is getting used to all the noise. He can sleep through Trenton yelling "WAKE UP" about 2 inches from his face. He has been saying the most hilarious things lately making us laugh constantly. This evening he said he found a map (it was a receipt) and it said, and I quote..."Put baby Trevor in his baby car seat...AAAAAnd put Trenton in his big boy baby car seat...AAAAAAANd go to chuck e cheese right now." I replied, "That's what it said?" He said, "Yeah mom, it's right here." If you could only see the expressions on his face.

We have also started swim ranch this week. It's been crazy getting out of the house in time to drop Trevor off at Gigi's and be at swimming lessons on the other side of town by 8:50. Oh, and did I mention WITH MINIMAL SLEEP the night before. Trenton was confused when we got there the first day and we weren't swimming in RANCH DRESSING. How fun would that be though?

Cheese!

His shirt says Big T. Trevor has one that says lil t. They both have matching shorts. My super talented friend, Emily, made them. They wore them to Emily's little girl, Avery's 2nd bday party last weekend.

Trevor and new friend, Libby at their first party! Trevor is 1 week older.

Brothers watching a movie.

On Monday, when I went to pick Trenton up from preschool, his teacher came out from the breakroom to show me what he had drawn all by himself. The teachers didn't help and she said "Draw you daddy". All of the other kids his age just scribbled. Trenton has never shown any interest in drawing or coloring. He has colored maybe 3 times in his whole life at home and doesn't even pick up the crayons when given them at restaurants. This definatley deserves a frame!