MyBabyNichols

Alex's Words

2010-09-10T16:33:00.007-04:00

Alex still doesn't have a lot of words but he does have some! I just love to sit back and watch him play and talk to himself!!

Here are a few of his words and what some of them actually mean:

"The Doggie"= dog, horse, cat, goat, and just about any other animal
"The Keys"= a set of keys and both Grandma Hall and Grandma Nichols
"The Gulk"= milk
"Ok"
"Stop it!!!"
"Cool"
"DON'T DON'T DON'T DON'T" (this is said very fast and with a scowl look on his face)
"Whoa Whoa"= Hello (usually with a phone or fake phone up to his ear)
Bye!
"That's Grace"= any picture of Grace or picture of someone else until you correct him with there correct name
"The BP"= his pee pee
"The Bus"= school bus
"The Juice"
"Shoes Off"
"The Bobby"=I have no clue what this means.....he just randomly started saying this a few days ago.

Playground Time

2010-08-30T20:10:00.007-04:00

Tonight started out as going for a nice walk around the neighborhood before bedtime...then we remembered that the church across the street put in a playground this summer and we hadn't gone over to check it out yet. So off to the playground we went!! Notice no shoes on the kids, but when we left the house we only planned on keeping them in the strollers...oh well no shoes didn't slow them down!!

Gracie LOVES the monkey bars!!

Lucy chilling out at the playground while the kids play!

She is so strong, she can hold herself up all by herself...amazing upper body strength she has! Daddy was pretty much just there to help incase she let go!

My little man doesn't need any help getting up to the slide anymore...bittersweet moment!

Grace feeling the gravel with her feet and hands, she didn't know what to think...

Grace hanging out on the slide steps.

Ready...Set...Go!!!

Alex making his way up the slide steps.
They were not happy when it was time to go home, gets baths and go to bed...

Chicago

2010-08-26T20:24:00.009-04:00

Alex has his backpack all packed and is ready to hit the road to Chicago!

Gracie fast asleep on the night time boat tour of Chicago.

Gracie wide awake on the night time boat tour of Chicago after loosing her shoe in the Chicago river....the look on her face say's it all!

We loved Navy Pier! So much to do there that we didn't even get a chance to do 1/2 of it!

The Ferris Wheel at Navy Pier. Did you know that Chicago is known for the 1st ferris wheel, cheez whiz, and brownies? Well, now you do!! :)

Grace hanging out on Navy Pier people watching!

Awww aren't they cute!

Watching Alex's new stuffed doggie "BP" being born at Build a Bear!

This is one happy kid with his new puppy!

Outside the aquarium!

Watching the Sting Ray's.

At the aquarium gift shop! Silly Boy!

Grandma and Grace waiting for the show at the aquarium to start!

Alex riding the Double Decker Bus around Chicago!

Hanging out at the Target sponsored kids tent in Millenium Park!

Scene's being filmed for Transformers 3 in Chicago (About 1 block from our hotel)

Alex's 2nd Birthday!

2010-07-29T21:31:00.005-04:00

All the kids got there own cupcake!

The cake Grandma Hall made!!

Random's from Summer 2010

2010-07-29T21:21:00.003-04:00

We Are Loving Summer!!

2010-07-10T21:23:00.003-04:00

Waiting for the fireworks in Corning to start!

Weeeeeeeeeeee!!! Grace loves the slide!

Grace being very serious!

Alex loves driving us through the grocery store!

Is dinner ready yet? I'm being patient!!

Grace laughing at Alex!

What am I supposed to do in this tunnel?!?

Wearing daddy's hat!

A Little Trip Down Memory Lane!

2010-07-06T10:19:00.003-04:00

Grace's Pre-K Moving Up Ceremony June 2010

2010-06-22T21:38:00.004-04:00

Grace's PT, Mrs. Shepard!

Grace's Principle, Mrs. Batzing

Grace's Teacher, Mrs. Carry

Grace and daddy dancing on stage!

Alex "trying" to be patient and quiet during the ceremony.

Grace's Ramp

2010-06-15T14:15:00.001-04:00

A HUGE thank you goes out to the Lions Club for building Grace a beautiful ramp in our garage!

Sam's 1st Time Giving A Haircut

2010-06-15T14:08:00.003-04:00

This was Sam's first time cutting someone's hair besides his own. I think anyone could understand my concern knowning I've only ever seen Sam cut his hair one way! In the end everything turned out GREAT!! Sam did an excellent job!!

Itchy!

Grace laughing at Sam and Alex!!

The Beginning of Spring 2010

2010-04-13T13:13:00.006-04:00

Grandma Hall found out we got a swing set and some out doors toys for the yard and came over to play with the kids!

Alex loves to help push Grace on the swing.

Alex sitting on the potty!! He hasn't actually "gone" on the potty yet but he loves to sit and practice....I guess its a start!

Like Father Like Son!

Helping mommy clean!

Grace's 4th Birthday!

2010-04-13T13:04:00.006-04:00

Grace in her pretty sun dress getting ready for school on her birthday!

Grace's beautiful princess birthday cakes made by Grandma Hall!

Great Gram and Alex watching Grace open her presents!

Grace had a great 4th Birthday and loved all her gifts!!

Happy St. Patricks Day 2010

2010-03-17T13:11:00.003-04:00

My two guys all bundled up to go to the St. Patricks Day Parade in Horseheads.

Gracie all dressed up and ready to go to school in her St. Patricks Day dress Grandma Hall made for her!

A little brotherly/sisterly love....Alex reaching in for a pinch.

And then....Gracie reaching in for her pinch back! AHHHHH gotta love it!! :)

Random's March 2010

2010-03-17T12:59:00.005-04:00

This is what happens when you leave Grace and Alex in a room by themselves for 3 minutes so you can go to the bathroom...Yep, that's right! Alex got into the dirt from the house plant and decided Grace needed a snack....yummmm, dirt pudding!

Fast asleep after dancing to Sid The Scince Kid.

Alex loves watching Sam snow blow out the window!

4-Wheeling

2010-02-25T21:01:00.002-05:00

The kids are getting all bundled up to go out and ride in the snow on the 4-Wheeler!

Grace couldn't wipe the smile off her face for about 20 minutes after coming inside, she had the best time! She smiled and laughed through the whole ride! She can't wait to go again tomorrow!

Random's Feb 2010

2010-02-25T20:36:00.009-05:00

This is the smile of a girl who just found out she has a snow day and she gets to stay in her pj's for the day watching movies! High School Musical was the pick for this morning!

Alex loves his puppy!! Notice the puppy is wearing Alex's shoes.....guess who did that...Sam!!

And of course he loves his State Farm bear too!

Cuddle time with Mommy!

Fly Gracie, Fly!!!

Alex in his "Big Boy" underwear!

A Long Awaited Blog Update!

2010-02-21T14:57:00.003-05:00

This is probably not the most flattering picture of Grace but its VERY hard to get her to sit still and look at the camera for a picture these days!

Alex doesn't usually take his eyes off the TV when he's watching Sid The Science Kid!

Alex loves hanging out on the couch watching Sid The Science Kid too!

Alex has discovered sports a little, he loves to run around the house and kick the ball. I'm trying to work on throwing and catching the ball, but he usually just lets the ball hit him and he starts to laugh and wants me to throw it at him again!

Alex also loves to sit next to daddy at the kitchen table and work with him on there laptops!

Grace is still in love with The Boss!

I couldn't get her to turn for this picture for the life of me...so I guess you all get to see her profile instead!

Grace's Photo Shoot!

2009-11-13T13:16:00.003-05:00

1 Bissell Lane Corning, NY

2009-11-01T11:11:00.003-05:00

After helping daddy with the steam cleaner, Alex made the Bissell box his new house!

Taking his first tour of his new house!

As you can see Alex has lovely french doors in the front of the house, along with Car's movie themed lawn furniture and a big backyard with a palm tree!

After getting settled in his new house, big sister Grace stopped over for a nice visit!

Halloween 2009

2009-11-01T10:51:00.005-05:00

Happy Halloween Everyone! The kids had a great time visting lots of family on Halloween and showing off there costumes! Sorry in advance for not having my camera with me at each location we stopped at...that would just be me being forgetful...AGAIN!!

mmmmm....candy!!

Grace with Great Gram Sullivan

Uncle Mickey with a Bubble Bee and a Puppy Dog!!

Grace buzzing around with Aunt Jackie!

I couldn't keep her hair out f her face all day, even with
her antenna hat on...

Seneca Lake Fall 2009

2009-10-23T22:29:00.001-04:00

A Friday Afternoon At Home!

2009-10-23T20:38:00.005-04:00

Alex's new racecar chair from Grandma Nichols!

Gracie trying on daddy's wig for Halloween!

My new favorite picture of Gracie!!

I'm very impressed at how well they play together!

Alex's turn with the wig!

Silly face!

Yummy!!

Iron Kettle Farm

2009-10-04T15:40:00.005-04:00

Grace loved feeding the animals with Grandma Hall!

Alex, not so much...

Daddy kept making me try on hats in the general store...

I'm not much of a hat guy, dad...

I'm getting really frustrated now!

Grace loves her hayrides!

She was smiling ear to ear till the ride was over!

Alex loved the hayride too!

Now thats a big pumpkin!

Shrek!

A little family photo before leaving for the hayride!

Fall is here!

2009-09-29T12:52:00.006-04:00

The house is all decorated for Fall!!

Alex has figured out how to unlock and open the front door....eeek!

He's looking for the ghost on the front porch!

Still looking....

yep....still looking....Don't worry I took him outside to see the ghost after he ate his lunch!

Gracie relaxing after a long morning at school!

Alex is being VERY daring in this picture...Grace usually gets a fist full of his hair when he comes near her chair.

Alex loves to play with the remotes!

Giddy Up!

2009-09-29T12:45:00.002-04:00

The classic Gracie pose!

She loves her pony Widget!

Hanging Around The House

2009-09-12T11:40:00.003-04:00

Grace's new Converse sneakers!!

Is that a tushy I see hanging out of those pants?! I guess they were a little to big for him!

Gracie jamming to some music!

1st Day of Pre-K

2009-09-08T07:25:00.004-04:00

Today Grace headed out to her first day of Pre-K! She was wide awake when I walked into her room this morning and hasn't stopped smiling all morning. She couldn't wait to get to school!

She thinks the wheelchair lift is an amusement park ride!

Alex was waving bye bye to Grace!

The Kiddo's

2009-09-04T14:24:00.004-04:00

Gracie pretending to be mommy at work!

Yep, he fell asleep after his lunch!

Styling!

He loves the remote controls!

Look mom, I'm cruising around the couch!

She loves hanging out!

Aren't the cute!

She's a such a happy girl!

Alexander's 1st Birthday and 1st Haircut!

2009-08-23T21:42:00.004-04:00

A Surprise In The Mail

2009-07-23T15:35:00.002-04:00

Yesterday we came home to a large box from Toys R Us sitting on the front porch addressed to Alex. When we opened the box there was this awesome Disney Themed Fire Truck from my cousin Erin and her husband Kenny! Alex has been on the fire truck all day today and loves all the sounds it makes!

Thanks Erin and Kenny!

Hurray for Grace!

2009-07-23T15:25:00.002-04:00

During Physical Therapy today Grace walked across the room only needing assistance with her balance! Hurray Grace!! :)

Alex Is Crawling!

2009-07-23T15:20:00.002-04:00

Thank you to everyone that voted on when Alex will start crawling! The answer is, Alex started crawling on July 1st!!!! July wasn't even a choice on the poll, so I guess no one wins. (Sorry!) Alex is all over the place now and we are quickly baby proofing the house!

Owen Richard, Random Pics, and Camping!

2009-07-01T07:56:00.007-04:00

Owen Richard born 6-26-09

Gracie looking lovely as usual!

Yep, he backed himself in and couldn't figure out how to get back out!

Gracie and Nolan posing for a camping picture!

Alex and Kendall also posing!

Kendall, Natalie, and Grace sitting in the big chair!

The kids checking out the rabbits!

Sara reading a book to Alex

Alex playing with Sam's coffee cup!

Going for a walk!

My new favorite picture of Sam and Gracie!

Gracie Pics!

2009-06-17T11:04:00.003-04:00

She fell asleep playing on the floor!

Helping daddy do an oil change (safety note: she

didn't help with the actual oil change!)

**Pics of Alex to come in a few days!

Cookout and Swimming With The Cruise Family!

2009-06-17T10:48:00.002-04:00

Kendall and Nolan trying to decide if its to cold to stay in or not!

Grace loved sitting with Natalie...Natalie, when will you be old enough to babysit?!!

Natalie and Kendall hanging out in the pool.

Gracie checking out the temp of the water!

Our First Camping Trip Of The Season!

2009-06-01T13:45:00.005-04:00

Random Photos

2009-06-01T13:35:00.002-04:00

Grace loves sleeping in Uncle Timmy's bed!

Krystle's Bridal Shower

2009-06-01T13:19:00.004-04:00

A couple weeks ago Tim and Krystle came home for memorial day weekend! We all had a great time visting with them. It was a VERY busy weekend though, Krystle's aunt through them a bridal shower up in Rochester on Saturday and I through her a shower on Sunday here at my house! Unforetunately I was busy with getting food around and taking care of the kids to get pictures of the shower at my house, but here are some pictures from the Rochester shower! Krystle and Tim, we hope you enjoyed your weekend home!

Crawling????

2009-05-18T13:52:00.002-04:00

Alex is so close to crawling! He gets up and rocks, but still doesn't go anywhere...its just a matter of time now! :)

I know I haven't updated the blog much, so there are more pictures of the kids to come soon! I promise Uncle Timmy! :)

Teresa's Baby Shower!

2009-04-21T09:20:00.002-04:00

On Saturday, Dani, Sara, and I through a baby shower for Teresa with the much appreciated help from Grandma Hall and Grandma Edwards! Teresa got a lot of nice gifts for her and the baby, so now we just have to wait for a baby arrive!! :) (10 more weeks!)

My kiddies!

2009-04-21T09:02:00.003-04:00

Playdate!

2009-04-21T08:51:00.003-04:00

A week ago today we had a playdate with Rachel and Sophia, the kids all had a great time and Rachel and I had time to chat and catch up!

Random Friday Night Pics!

2009-04-10T20:06:00.005-04:00

Grace's 3rd Birthday

2009-04-06T09:22:00.005-04:00

Alex LOVES cake!

Grace loved us all singing to her!

Yum!!!!

Alex "singing" Happy Birthday to Grace first thing in the morning!

He's 8 Months, She's 3 Years...

2009-03-30T09:45:00.002-04:00

This is the picture we are using for her 3 year old pic!

More Randoms!

2009-03-30T09:32:00.001-04:00

Grace is looking all grown up in this picture! :(

That's right....he fell asleep eating!

An Afternoon At The Park

2009-03-15T19:15:00.002-04:00

Today after the parade we decided to take the kids to the park. Grace had a great time, especially on the slide. Alex liked the swing the best, this was his first time on an outdoor swing!

Grace getting ready to go down the slide!

Grace and daddy hanging out on the swing.

Alex getting ready to go down the slide!

Happy St. Patricks Day!

2009-03-15T18:59:00.003-04:00

Today we went to the St. Patricks Day Parade in Horseheads. It was a beautiful day, we couldn't have asked for better weather. Grace wore her St. Patty's Day dress that Grandma Hall made her! Grace loved dancing to all the bag pipes and the Corning East High School Band.

Alex had a great time too....till he fell asleep in Grandma Hall's arms!

Aunt Alice, Uncle Mike, Ethan, and Aiden met us over at the parade too. Ethan even caught a few pieces of candy, so that made him very happy!

Gracie clapping to the music!

Randoms

2009-03-15T18:51:00.004-04:00

Theres my favorite smile again!

Alex has learned how to wave!

Sleeping

2009-03-15T18:38:00.003-04:00

Everytime I walk away for 2 minutes and then come back....Alex is asleep! They say babies grow while they are sleeping....it must be true because he is getting big fast!

Happy Birthday Grandma Nichols!

2009-03-15T18:24:00.002-04:00

We celebrated Grandma's birthday a little over a week ago! Sam made a nice Tuna Steak dinner and we enjoyed each others company!

Grandma made this poncho for Gracie!

Alex 6 Months Old

2009-03-03T18:12:00.003-05:00

Sesame Street Live

2009-03-03T17:59:00.003-05:00

Today I took the kids to see Sesame Street Live! Grace had a great time and loved all the music. Grandma Hall offered to go with us and its a good thing she did. Alex wasn't into the show so they stood in the back for most of it. Alex did however start to enjoy it when there was about 10 minutes left.

Cabin Fever!

2009-02-20T19:47:00.006-05:00

Alex loves his rings!

They were having a staring contest!

Grace loves cuddling and then falling a sleep on the couch. :)

Grace loves the rings too!

Its been pretty cold out again, so we decided to stay in tonight and make homemade pizza for dinner and just hang out on the floor playing! We love our Friday nights at home to wind down from the busy week.

Music Night!

2009-02-04T19:03:00.005-05:00

This evening we decided that it was music night! Grace loves playing with all the instruments at school, so we got all ours out here at home. The kids had a great time making music!

This is a picture of Grace in the middle of "singing" her version of Row Row Row Your Boat!

Yesterday Alex got his first tooth! Also, Alex went for his 6 month check up. He now weighs 21lbs 1oz and is 28 1/4 inches long. He is growing up so fast, his little personality is coming out and he's already drinking out of a sippy cup!

I love the smile on Grace's face in this picture. If we could just get her to smile like that for every picture...

There's that smile again in the background on Grace's face!

Alex loves hitting the tambourine!

Grace waiting for Daddy to give the que to start playing.

My little drummer girl!

Yankees!

2009-01-28T21:31:00.003-05:00

Uncle Dennis, I'm sick of this cold snowy weather! I'm ready for Spring Training!!

Thank you to everyone that voted on Alex's eye color, the final results are...drum roll please...BLUE!!

More Kid Pics!

2009-01-18T21:14:00.005-05:00

Alex pinning Grace after she tried pulling his ear off!

Gracie trying to tickle under Alex's chin (he's VERY ticklish)

Grace holding Alex

My Kids!

2009-01-17T10:19:00.004-05:00

Alex loves jumping in the jumperoo! I think I remember a little girl who used to love jumping in this too!

This is Gracie's new Kid Kart! She uses this to be transported on the bus and to use in school, we also have taken it shopping with us a few times and it so much nicer to shop with, because Grace doesn't have to be uncomfortable in grocery carts anymore!

Grace's First Day Of School

2009-01-06T08:23:00.003-05:00

Grace went to her first day of school yesterday Jan. 5th. She was sporting her new Hello Kitty backpack and a nice pink dress! I dropped Grace off at school around 8:30 in the morning and she looked like she fit right it and was ready to have fun with the other kids. Me on the other hand was a wreck, my little girl was going to going to school for the first time! Sam picked her up later in the day and the teacher said she seemed to be adjusting well, she only cried a few times but they thought it was because she was getting tired. She had rice crispies and milk for breakfast and Pork Loin, baked beans, peaches, and milk for lunch (meals are catered buy a local catering company). So all in all I think the first day was a success!

Grace with the bus aid.

Today Jan 6th was Grace's first time riding the bus to school, she seemed very excited as they were backing out of the driveway!

Random Pictures

2009-01-04T17:32:00.004-05:00

Gracie helping with the laundry!

Alex and Sam hanging out on the floor together!

Gracie making a funny face at Alex which made him laugh!

Alex playing in his bounce bounce baby toy!

Christmas 2008

2008-12-29T15:25:00.003-05:00

Like every year christmas was very exciting, fun, and exhausting! We started christmas out by going to church at 4pm on christmas eve. Alex didn't feel well, so Sam and I took turns standing in the back of the church holding him. After church we came back our house and I had made a roast beef dinner for Sam's dad, brothers, and sister! After a great evening of church, food, gifts, and family we all went to bed. Christmas morning we woke up and with keeping our tradition, Grandma and Grandpa Hall, Uncle Dennis, Aunt Teresa, and Uncle Tim came over to watch the kids open there presents. Uncle Tim helped Gracie and I helped Alex. Sam was taking pictures with his camera, so I'll have to get those dowloaded later to show. The pictures below are what I had on my camera. So after we were done with opening presents at our house, we went to Grandma and Grandpa Hall's house to open gifts with everyone and had a very nice christmas dinner that Grandma Hall made! Unfortunately Great Gram Sullivan was in the hopsital so we weren't able to celebrate at her house this year. But we all made a trip down to the hospital to visit her and bring her some chirstmas cheer!! :) Also, Alex wasn't feeling any better from the day before so we took him to the doctor to find out that he had an ear infection. Then in the evening we went to Grandma Nichols house for a an excellent christmas dinner that she made, more gifts, and more great family!

This was a picture of Alex taken on christmas night when we got home.....he was a tired little guy!

Alex with his 1st Yankee hat on that Uncle Dennis and Aunt Teresa got him!

Gracie trying on her new mittens that Kerry got for her

Gracie unwrapping Buddy and Benny!

More pictures to come later!

Update

2008-12-18T20:27:00.002-05:00

Just a quick update on Grace's doctors appointment from Tuesday. Unfortunately Grace lost weight...She went from 25lbs 12oz to 24lbs 8oz. So the new plan for her is to go back onto night feedings, but instead of going back to full night feedings like we had been doing, we are only going to be doing half night feedings and then weaning her back off over a 3 month time period (hopefully).

FACEinHOLE

2008-12-14T20:13:00.001-05:00

Create your own FACEinHOLE

3rd Annual Polar Express

2008-12-14T11:29:00.004-05:00

Kevin and Devin driving the train!

Yesterday we bundled up the kids and took them over to Sullivan Railroad for the 3rd Annual Polar Express Ride. The kids got a chance to ride the train and visit with Santa! Thanks again Uncle Artie for all your hard work, as he had to shovel all the train tracks early in the morning to make the train ride possible!

Grandma, Grace, Great-Gram, and Alex hanging out in the train station keeping warm next to the coal stove.

A Step In The Right Direction!

2008-12-09T16:26:00.004-05:00

Last Thursday night was Grace's last night time tube feeding! It happened on accident because our medical supply company shorted us on this past months feeding bags. At first I was frustrated, thinking how is she going to get the food she needs until the new shipment shows up on Monday??? Well this was Grace's chance to Sink or Swim and WOW is she ever swimming!! She has been eating like a champ since Friday! I called her doctor and we both agreed, why make her go backwards if she's doing so well. Grace is eating 3 meals a day and a snack before bed. Liquids are still a challenge for her, so I am still giving her some H2O during the day through her tube to help keep her hydrated, but overall she is drinking much better as well. This is the moment Sam and I have been waiting for since the day she had her surgery to get the feeding tube (4 weeks old). We are so proud of our little girl!! So now to make sure she is getting enough without the tube feedings, I will be taking her to the doctor every week for a weight check, so please keep your fingers crossed for her on next Tuesday when she goes for the first weight check since she has started eating totally on her own!

Also, on another VERY exciting note.....Alex flipped over for the first time on Saturday night! I don't have a picture of it though because he caught me by surprise. But I will have my camera in hand for next time!

A Friday Night At Home

2008-12-05T21:41:00.003-05:00

Alex is wondering if Grace is going to bite him....

Nope...it was just a kiss!

Gracie on her way to bed!

Say Cheese!

2008-12-04T16:55:00.003-05:00

Oh How They Grow...

2008-12-01T09:12:00.002-05:00

This is Grace's christmas picture from last year...

This is Grace's christmas picture this year...

Hanging with Grandma!

2008-12-01T09:07:00.002-05:00

Gracie and Grandma Nichols hanging out on a Friday night!

Thanks again Grandma for watching the kids!

Parade

2008-11-28T15:12:00.002-05:00

This morning we took the kids to the parade in Elmira! Grace had a blast watching all the floats and characters go by! Alex didn't care much about the parade though...maybe next year!

Baby Cereal

2008-11-28T13:50:00.003-05:00

Today Alex had his first solid food, baby rice cereal! The first spoonful he wasn't to sure of it. But then on the second spoonful he decided he loved it!

Alex is wondering when he gets more!!

Painting...

2008-11-24T21:52:00.003-05:00

When we first moved into this house a year and a half ago we had a ton of ambition, we took wallpaper down and painted the kitchen, dining room, living room, dowstairs bathroom, Grace's room, and Alexander's room. Well Sunday ended that break and we are back at it! We painted the upstairs hallway, the stairway, and the front enterance....I think after this project we'll take another break before we do the kids playroom, our bedroom, and the biggest project of them all.........the upstairs bathroom.

As you can see, Alexander is ready for this project to be over with!

Stairway

Hallway

My VERY messy living room. Everything has a fine layer of dust on it from Sam sawing and sanding the baseboard and door casing.

In this picture you'll notice Grace trying to suck her fingers on her right hand! This is a big deal to us, because just in the last couple months she has began to realize that she has a right arm and hand and is starting to explore with it.

More Random Pictures!

2008-11-24T21:42:00.003-05:00

Grace and Alex

2008-11-21T15:22:00.005-05:00

Grace wondering if Physical Therapy is almost over for the day...

Grace trying to get Buddy's attention while he's stretching.

Grace is getting frustrated with Benny because he won't come when she is calling him....I don't blame him though, he's already been a good sport today and got his ears pulled many many times.

Buddy keeping warm on this cold day....burr!

Grace waiting for Speech Therapy to start.

Alex hanging out in his swing during Grace's Speech Therapy.

4 Month check Up

2008-11-18T12:55:00.003-05:00

We took Alex to his 4 month check up today! He weighed in at 17lbs 11oz and is 26inches long! Alex got 3 shots, and he was a brave little man...he didn't cry! So far we've been lucky, neither Grace or Alex has ever cried when they get shots!

Pig Tails!

2008-11-16T20:44:00.003-05:00

I have been saying since Grace was born that I couldn't wait to put Pig Tails in her hair. Well...today was the day and she looked so cute!

Saturday Night Playing On The Floor!

2008-11-15T19:29:00.004-05:00

Random Pictures

2008-11-13T08:41:00.005-05:00

Grace is just hanging out here after a long day trip to Rochester. We had an Orthopedic appointment for Alex, Neurology appointment for Grace, and I had an appointment as well. We also were able to meet up with Trisha and Krystle for lunch at the Cheesecake Factory! Thanks Grandma Hall for going with us for the day! We appreciate it!

Alex with his new winter sweater on. He has already grown out of the one Grandma Nichols made for him.

Alexander Richard 3 Months

2008-11-13T08:33:00.002-05:00

Alexander is now 3 months old, how time flies! Alex is smiling and giggling like crazy. Just in the last week he has discovered his tongue and how to suck his fingers. Grace loves when its tummy time with Alex, she's still a little rough with him but is understanding the word "gentle."

Poll

2008-11-08T21:32:00.002-05:00

Hello everyone! On the right hand side of the page you will notice a poll on what the final color of Alexanders eyes will be. He was born with blue eyes and as of right now they are still blue. However, Sam, Grace, and myself all have brown eyes. So please vote! The poll will not end until January 30th so you have plenty of time to vote. The reason for such a long running poll is because a baby's eye color can change up until they are 6 months old.

Grace and Alexander

2008-11-07T21:14:00.003-05:00

Grace is very tired after a long day!
Alexander loves his baby goofy!

Mommy...

2008-11-05T16:04:00.002-05:00

Get Well Soon!

2008-11-04T18:46:00.006-05:00

Hi Mommy! I can't wait to see you soon.

Hope you feel better soon!!

Huggy and Kissy

Mommy I Miss You!!

Get Well Soon!

Halloween

2008-10-31T21:54:00.008-04:00

Grace and Alex with Grandma Nichols

Grace and Alex with Uncle Artie

Alex with Great-Gram Sullivan

Today I took the kids trick or treating! We started early so we could get to see a few different relatives. The kids seemed to have fun, but we were exhausted by the end of the day! Grace was Abbey Cadabby from Sesame Street and Alex was a pumpkin, thank you Grandma Hall for making the costumes!

Carving Pumpkins

2008-10-30T20:05:00.004-04:00

Last night we carved pumpkins! Gracie loved the way the gooey insides of the pumpkin felt! Sam and I aren't very creative so we just carved triangle eyes, triangle nose, and a smile with one tooth....nothing to creative, but Grace loved it!

Choo Choo!

2008-10-30T19:34:00.004-04:00

Last weekend we took the kids to Sullivan's Railroad for a train ride. It rained most of Saturday, but we went back later that night and the kids got to go around a few times. Thanks Uncle Artie for all your hard work!

New Web Address

2008-10-30T18:43:00.000-04:00

Hello everyone!! We FINALLY decided to jump on the bandwagon and start a blog, instead of using godaddy.com! Thank you Dennis for the push! As usual our intentions are to update this as often as possible, so please stay tuned for updates! Our first real post with Halloween pics of the kids will be this weekend, so please check back.