6 months

I can't believe that we're already posting that our little Brendan is 6 months old! As much as I'm sad to see my little guy grow and change so much, I'm loving the developments that are taking place. Last week we went in for his well child and he's weighing in at 16lbs 9 oz and 27 1/2 in. long. Our "big" guy is definitely starting to grow more like his brother did - long and lean. But who am I kidding, they're exactly like their father:) Everything is right on and Brendan did awesome for his appointment. Shots make him extra clingy for the day but that's okay too.... he's starting to not want to sit still as long as he used to so I'll take anything that I can get.

Brendan's been eating his solids for awhile now. I tried to hold off (just because it was easier for me) but the kid was so anxious to start. He kept trying to eat all our food! His favorite food right now is sweet potatoes but he'll eat anything we put in front of him. He's definitely a chow hound! He loves rolling around the floor and jumps in his jumper like there's no tomorrow. But his favorite place to be is in someones arms (while they're standing) being held face out. Whenever his brother enters the room, Brendan's face lights up. I can only hope this lasts but I know that it'll change:) He's now working on getting his top two teeth through - it seems like such a long process but it's so swollen there that I swear it'll be any day now (just my luck it'll be another couple of months!).

Jackson's New Toy

Well, there's another new toy at the Hansen's and it's become "The Favorite" lately. Jackson rides it every night that he's able to and will just go around and around the house. The first night he had it working he ran into the house, the basketball hoop and the tree (at this point I'm starting to wonder if he'll make it through the evening alive!). But, he's now gotten better at the steering and despite the few run ins with the woods, he's doing quite well.


Tonight as I was getting Brendan ready for bed, I looked out the window and saw two of "my boys" riding on their "toys" outside. Luke was driving the lawnmower and Jackson was following him on the Gator. It was too fun to watch!

And, I had to include a little video of Jackson coming around the house (he seriously just goes around and around and around...)- this is for Sara.... as she listened to me tell her what he was doing. Here's your video Sara:) Sorry there's no sound.

Tulip Time

We only made it downtown once for Tulip Time but thankfully it turned out to be a nice day that day. We had planned on going Saturday and watching the parade with the boys but we chickened out because it was too cold and we didn't think that it'd be much fun with that wet, windy and cold weather. But, I did manage to eat some junk food while down there and we had both boys in costumes. My mom was amazing!!! She made a costume in 1 week for Jackson! Thanks Mom!!!!!!!

Story of my Life

I have to say, I am truly blessed with my boys. My favorite thing is to go in and watch them sleep - they look like angels while they're sleeping. It's in those moments that I am just amazed at these two little guys that God has blessed me with. I love being their mother even when I have moments like this when they refuse to sit for one second and would rather be playing with toys! Definitely ready for these terrible two's to end but yet they sure do offer lots of laughs as well! And there's just something amazing when your child looks at you and without any prompting claims "I love you"...... That has to be the greatest gift a mother could get!

Thank You Lucas!

I have finally uploaded photos to my computer so, yes, there are many posts but I had to make sure and get this one on. We went to VanDerKolks tonight to pick up their old tramp. Their kids are all "too old" to use it (which makes me feel old because I babysat those kids when they were young). Anyways, Jackson has been talking about this FOREVER and was so excited to put it up at home. He and Luke spent some time reassembling it and then Jackson couldn't wait to get on it. I have a feeling we'll be spending many hours jumping. Wait, everyone except me and Brendan because we're "too little" to jump:) So, THANK YOU LUCAS!!!!!!!!! Jackson absolutely LOVES the tramp:)

Family Hugs

When I was pregnant with Brendan, Luke and I would hug and tell Jackson to join our "family hug" and he would laugh and hug us. Well, the other day, Jackson yells out "family hug" and I see him hugging his brother. My heart was about to burst! I am amazed at how much the boys love each other already (although I'm already seeing Jackson get frustrated with Brendan at times!). There's just something special about siblings. And a side note.... you can see Jackson's new favorite outfit.... just his underwear:) The kid does not like wearing clothes around the house!

World Class Babysitters

Saturday night was a first for us ... we had my parents and the Geuder's come over and babysit Jackson, Brendan and Isaac while we went out with Lori and Scott. It's been so crazy with the two little guys that we really haven't had a chance to sit and chat with them. We decided on making a big trip to the Hawk's Nest in Hamilton. After giving our "babysitters" instructions we made our way to the restaurant. Despite trying to drag out dinner... we were all done within 45 minutes and then tried to drag out sitting at the table longer ... we only made it 15 more minutes.... and then returned home. I think we shocked the Grandparents (they hadn't even eaten their dinner yet!) but it was fun being able to chat with them too. Next time we decided that we're going to go farther away for dinner (even though our dinners were great!). It was great seeing Isaac and Brendan together too. Being only 2 months apart, I have a feeling that they'll become good buddies:)