Tumbleweed Park

Last week Zackary, Lane, and I met Aunt Celia and Derek at Tumbleweed park for a play date. Zackary had so much fun playing with his cousin. I remember how much fun it was to have cousins my same age. They are now starting to actually play together.

This was the first time I could get Zackary to play on the tire swing. He is all about swings.

Marley Farms

We had an outing with Henry and Andi today at Marley Farms. A local animal rescue and boarding facility just down the street from us. They have all sorts of animals to see and feed.

We got to feed goats, llamas, cows, ponies, donkeys, a camel, and a zonkey.

Was Andi enjoying it more than Henry? He had a little nervous laugh that was to die for. We had such a great time. What a fun place to go to that is close by and easy!

What?

These are some of the animals at the petting zoo we went to today just down the street from our house. This first one was dubbed "Zonkey" guess it? A Donkey Zebra cross. Who knew?

James the Giant Camel. 9 feet tall. He ate food out of my hand. I was a little nervous but he was so friendly.

"Pig" no I didn't say that. This was the cop that pulled me over for speeding on my way to lunch after the petting zoo. He was very nice, only a ticket for an improper insurance card. I didn't have the current card in my car. Thanks Buddy!

Monday!

This was our Monday! Zackary wanted to share his stickers with Lane. I found Lane covered in stickers front and back. I can't get upset, he is sharing right?

Blowing bubbles. Lane was covered, so was our grass. Gymboree bubbles are the best!

Zackary popping all the bubbles on Lane's head. 2 year olds aren't so gentle.

We finished off the day making brownies. Zackary loves helping in the kitchen. His favorites...pancakes, brownies, and cupcakes. Just like Mommy!

Happy Baby Pose

This is my favorite pose...as we call it "happy baby" Lane has found his feet and is lovin them! He sees them and his eyes light up, rolling side to side squealing. We actually call him "squeaky toy" because we will hear him in the morning or from across the room squealing in delight. Oh the baby sounds... music to my ears!

Easter 2009

We spent most of the day at Boyce Thompson Arboretum. We BBQ'd breakfast with our family and the Combs. Yes the Pork Shop Combs, for all of you who know them. Yumm...Pork Shop bacon and sausage, pancakes and eggs, etc.

Zackary got to do a 3rd egg hunt of the season, with 2 more to come in the afternoon at Oma and Opa's house. He was loving finding eggs with candy and coins in them.

I think Lane enjoyed himself.

I can't believe how fun holidays are with children. It is like being a kid all over again. Easter eggs hunts, candy, more candy, fun little toys that make their day, plastic eggs filled with junk and coins, that bring such a big smiles to their faces. Oh how fun it is to be a KID!

Easter Eggs

This was Zackary's first time dying Easter eggs. We spent the day and Aunt Lou's for some pre Easter fun. As you can see he really enjoyed himself, mixing all the colors, redying all the eggs that everyone already dyed. In the end, most of the eggs were a nasty green color along with his hand.

The Talk?

I walked into the kitchen the other day to find this...Yes is looks like I was demonstrating information from "the talk." I couldn't stand it, I had to take a picture. For your information it is an insert for Lane's bottle!

Big Boy Lane!

Check him out. I know I always say that, but really, he is so big! Last week we had Lane's 4 month appointment. He weighed in at 17lbs 1oz and 26 1/2 inches. He is averaging 2 lbs and 2 inches a month. I just love the picture of him showing off all his yummy rolls. Lane is rolling over from belly to back and getting close to back to belly. He's got a lot of LOVE to roll over!

Anniversary Presents

How funny is this? The gift for the 4th anniversary is supposed to be fruit and flowers. We always try to do the 'traditional' anniversary gift (which are always random). We both had the same arrangement sent to each other. Except I added pineapple flowers to Aaron's. I guess great minds think alike. Now we have tons of chocolate covered strawberries to eat. Yumm!

Happy Anniversary

Today is our 4th anniversary. Wow, how time has flown by. We have had quite an amazing past 4 years, with some tough times and wonderful times. Here we sit with 2 beautiful baby boys that we can't get enough of, a wonderful marriage, a cute little Otis, and a beautiful house. Who could ask for anything more? Happy Anniversary Aaron, I love you!

Fun Pictures

I just thought these were cute pictures. I can't wait to see all

the fun times these boys are going to have. Already Zackary is wanting to hold Lane and play with him. He always asks where he is and he will never let one of us leave Lane behind. I usually get Zackary loaded in the car before Lane, it never fails, he says, Baby Lane? Sit right there! And points to the seat next to him. I love that he is into his little brother, sometimes too much. Today he woke him up from his nap just to tickle him!

This seems to be our dinner table lately. Lane as our center piece. He loves sitting in the Bumbo front and center to be social.

MonkeyDog

This is MonkeyDog. Yes, they are two separate pals, but seem to have only 1 identity...MonkeyDog. I thought they needed a shot at fame, so I decided to give them a chance on the blog. I know, silly right, but they are a big part of our lives, well mostly Zackary's. You can tell when it's getting to be time for bed or a nap because he asks "where's MonkeyDog?" finds them and usually lays on top of them and sucks his thumb.

It's Official

Well it has been a month now, so I can say we are officially potty trained! It really only took the three days the book said it would. Impressive ehh! We are so proud of Zackary, what a big boy. We have had the occasional accident but we have no worries at night or out and about all day. He has done such a good job. I also helps to have the occasional 'special treat' we have a bowl full of random candy, a couple of books, matchbox cars... and he always picks the 'special sucker.' He is catching on though...he always asks for the 'special sucker.'

Double Outing

This was our first outing in the double jogger. What fun this is all getting to be. We took a little trip to Andi, Scott, and Henry's house last week for dinner. Lane was loving it, he could see out and just take it all in. I just hope we are able to keep Zackary contained in it for a little longer. He tends to want to push and we really don't get very far!

Cooking

I just thought this picture was too cute. Why do we even buy toys? Measuring spoons work way better! Lane and I were making M&M cookies for St. Patty's Day, we only used GREEN ones...Yummmm!

Tractor Show

We went to a tractor show out in AJ a couple of weeks ago to see antique tractors and engines. Who knew we would be so into tractors. But to see the smiles on their faces, (Aaron and Zackary) it brings joy to me. We thoroughly enjoyed the day looking around, soaking up the beautiful weather, eating junk food, and spending time together. What more could you ask for?