Look-A-Likes ?

Can you tell Who is Who?

In case you aren't sure, the top picture is Cade, and the bottom is Reed. People keep telling me they look nothing alike..but Ry and I disagree. I can tell differences, but I still think they look a lot alike!! What do you think? They are both almost 5 months in the pictures! Poor Cade was being tortured by his brother and the dog when I tried to snap the picture - hence the confused look on his face! LOL

Recently

My mom came in town for a short visit, and while she was here we took advantage of the pool at her hotel. Both the boys loved the water. Reed was a little "cautious" but did very well and blew lots of bubbles and kicked! Cade was VERY happy in the water. I wish we could do it more often!

Cade update: Cade is still a very happy little guy. He is rolling over occasionally, and talking up a storm. He had his 4 mth check up last week (hard to believe) and everything looked good. He is around the 30th percentile for everything - so he is just an average little guy. He weighs about 15 lbs, was 25 inches and I don't remember his head size.

Birthday Boy

We have been experiencing some technical difficulties, again. But, I seem to be able to upload pictures again...so here goes- there is a lot of catching up to do!
Since our last post we have been to Jacksonville for Ryan to play in an alumni Rugby game:

Reed had fun running around and watching Dada:

Aside from what was probably a minor concussion, Ryan thankfully came home uninjured :)

I am sure I am missing some other big events, but I will just skip ahead to Reed's 2nd Birthday! It is hard to believe that 2 years ago he came into our lives. He has changed us for the better. He is the sweetest little boy, and I love spending everyday with him! What a blessing!

For his birthday we threw a joint party with his friend Gabe. It was a fun morning in the park...perfect for a 2 year old!

And I can't forget my other little blessing. Cade is growing like a weed. He is around 14lbs, and the sweetest little guy! He LOVES to smile at his Momma, snuggle with his blanket and play with his big brother. Ok, so he can't actually play with Reed yet, but he smiles every time Reed comes around and he watches everything he does. I can't wait for them to grow up and be friends. (I think I can wait for him to grow up...he is such a sweet baby)

I will be back soon with more recent pictures, hopefully!

Visitor

This weekend Heather, one my best friends and sorority sisters came to stay with us for a night and meet Cade. Even though the weather was yucky, I had a great time, and Reed was thrilled to have someone new to play with! He loves his Aunt Heather!! All that was missing was Aunt Chel.

On another note, I have been learning to sew a little. I made a car seat cover for Reed's car seat, that I finished the night before Cade was born. Unfortunatley it doesn't quite fit and I haven't had a chance to try to manuver it a little. I have made a few burp clothes, and monogrammed a cute cup for Reed (yes, my sewing machine will monogram as well!!). My next goal is to make an outfit for Cade for Easter..and maybe Reed? I can't decide if he is too old for longalls, but it would be cute if they matched! I forgot to take pictures of most of the stuff I made before mailing it as a gift, but I do have a picture of the cup:


Finally, do you think this is a problem?
Big brother laying in baby's bouncer with his paci and blanket...hmm...regressing?? I walked back into the room after changing Cade's diaper to see this!

Cade's friend!

Our good friends welcomed Eli into the world just 2 weeks after Cade. Ironically he was supposed to be 2 weeks older than Cade (Oh Well). We are so excited for you guys and are looking forward to watching all the boys grow up together! Family vacations are just going to keep getting more interesting! ;)

2 Weeks

It's hard to believe that Cade is already 2 weeks old! He is doing great; eating, sleeping, and looking around. He loves watching his mobile and looking at lights. Reed is a great big brother. He is always patting and rubbing Cades head, and tries to give Cade his paci when he cries. I am really looking forward to watching them grow up together, and all the adventures that are sure to come!

Sweet kisses from Big Brother

Don't you love baby yawns?

Tomorrow is Cade's 2 week doctors appointment. I am excited to see how much weight he has gained!

Blessings!

Those are just 2 of the amazing blessings God has given to me!! He is so good, and I am so thankful!!