Sweet Boy - 7 Months

This little guy sure has stolen my heart.  How can you not love this face?   

Sissa being sweet to Dee-Dee

Tuesday Night Shenanigans

It's just a regular 'ol Tuesday night here.  The babes are asleep, the husband is twiddling away on his computer and I'm perusing the internet, catching up on things, drinking a Shock Top Raspberry Wheat beer (yum) and getting ready to call it a night.  Today was one of those days where I'm glad Danny was home, though I'm sure he was wishing he was on travel.  The kids were a little trying (to say the least) this evening.  During dinner, Marissa threw her plate of food on the floor, you couldn't get the spoon to Dylan's mouth fast enough, Marissa wanted Dylan's puffs, Dylan didn't want applesauce...seriously, we couldn't please these kids at dinner tonight!

Luckily, Danny and I sneak away for lunch time dates sometimes while I'm working.  We have this great Indian restaurant close to work that we like to go to.  It's usually a pretty quiet spot, the staff is nice and the food is delicious and different than the norm.  It's nice to get away and have a "date" without having to worry about two other mouths to feed first.  I'm just waiting for the day that a spoonful of Dylan's sweet potatoes end up in my mouth instead of his.  I love our lunch time dates.  It's a time for us to be husband and wife first, instead of parents first. Feeding our relationship and not only our stomachs.

Of course we have our ups and downs.  Some days are easier than others, but for the most part, I feel like I was born to be a mom and I love having 2U2.  I'm so glad that we made the decision to start a family.  I've come to realize that it is such a big step in life.  It's a step that I think should be made with great consideration.  Parenting is the biggest commitment you will ever make in life.  Even more so than saying your vows to the one person you love more than anything.  I feel like I knew exactly what I was getting myself into when we decided to have children; I feel like this is what I signed up for and I will try to be the best mother I can possibly be.  I openly traded nights of hanging out with friends, drinking, dancing, partying until the sun came up, sleeping until noon, jumping in the car for a spur of the moment road trip, being spontaneous and free...all to have my little family.  It was perfect timing and I couldn't be happier.  Even on days where I want to pull my hair out and run for the hills, I know tomorrow is a new day and these two little babies need me more than anyone in this world.  I will always be here for them, on good or bad days.  One day all too soon they won't need me quite like they need me today, so I will cherish these days and relish in the chaos that is our life. :)

Potty Training

We are on day 5 of potty training Marissa.  She is doing so good!  We started last Friday and I am so proud of her.  She's had a few accidents here or there, but she is starting to really get the hang of it!  I hope to have her trained with the exception of naps and night time soon.  It will really cut down on diaper laundry if she is trained. I will miss her fluffy butt, it's hard to believe how fast she is growing up.  She will be 2 at the end of next month!  Here's to hoping that this whole potty training thing sticks.  :)

We're so proud of you, Marissa!

Isn't she so lady like??

Life Gets in the Way

My poor blog has been neglected lately.  I've only had time for short posts and quick photo check-ins.  Life has been busy.  Good, but busy!  It's amazing how life slips away when you have little ones.  Everyone always says "wait til you have kids" because your life passes by in the blink of an eye.  As much as I hate to say it, they're absolutely right.  Marissa is cruising right on to 2 and Dylan is already 6 months old.  Where has the time gone?  Several friends have recently embarked on their journey into parenthood; I hope they cherish each and every moment.  While I know all too well that sleepless nights are tough, they are only this little for such a short time.

Dylan is starting to tripod sit on his own:

And Marissa is turning into such a little lady:

I've been taking a little "me" time and getting some things checked off my to-do list.  I got my first pedicure since before Dylan was born with my SIL Katie this weekend.  I sipped a hot cinnamon dolce latte and enjoyed a few hours (kid free) shopping and eating lunch out.  It was heavenly.  I also realized that it has been over a year since I got my hair cut or trimmed.  It's on my to-do list but my 2U2 have been keeping me pretty occupied.  I'm saving up so I can donate to Locks-of-Love again.

Danny and I went on a date last week...to the dentist.  I'm cavity free, so it's nice to know that while I may not be as thin as I'd like, I don't always get out of my pajamas on days that I'm home and I haven't had a haircut in over a year, at least I'm still flossing and brushing effectively. :-D  While things like wearing skinny jeans and cute tops without spit up on them are days of the past, I wouldn't trade these days for anything.

These are the days I live for:

Danny and I went on a real "double date" to an Orioles game this weekend with my BIL and SIL.  We had a nice time, even though it was hot, hot, hot and we lost.

We had great seats!

Time to relax!