Theezzz Please

Holden talks and talks .... and talks ... and talks .... ALL the time.

He has a comment for everything.

"I don't want it."  "This is delisus!"  "Peas are ucky."  "Beans are ucky."  "Poop is ucky."  "My tummy hurts."  "I'm sorry."  "I'll shut the door."  "I'll get it."  "I can do it."  "I keep trying."  "Come on momma."

And on, and on.

This is H telling me his version of "cheese."

THEEEZZZZZZ!

-Carmen

The Nose has it

I have been trying for a while to figure out whose nose Holden may have.  It doesn't look like mine or Jordan's.

Holden's cheeks, hair, jaw and chin are clearly his daddy's, but something about the middle part - his eyes, nose and mouth look more and more like my family features.

Flipping through some pictures of my grandparents, today I found one of PawPaw that seemed familiar.  The more I looked at it, the more I could see Holden.

This isn't the greatest picture of Holden, but it is at a similar angle.  If you saw Holden in person you could see what I'm talking about.

Regardless, for now I see PawPaw's big light blue eyes, broad nose and pout. And that gives me some peace.

-Carmen

 

Happy 4 Months Cooper!

Our tiny little monkey has started to chub up, finally.....

He wasn't getting the nutrition he needed so we switched to soy, which is not only easier on his tummy, but also gives off a very distinct odor.  I liken it to the smell of my car an hour after I have removed a bag that recently held french fries from Mickey D's.  In other words - Cooper stinks.

But I don't care because he is now happier and healthier.  And according to an online poop chart (oh yes, such a thing does exist complete with descriptions and visuals - click on it, you know you want to) he is now right on target for a heaping helping of health and prosperity.

Cooper opens his mouth as though he will burst in guffaw, only to let out an occasional tiny yelp.

And perhaps the biggest news this month .... his left hand MET his right hand and they have been inseparable ever since.

-Carmen

In a Rut

Suuuhhhhhlllllllllloooooooooooowwwwwwwwww as molasses.

The piers for the house were drilled and filled this week.  We stopped by today to see how it looks.

I have to say, it was a little disturbing to see our previously smooth terra madre so disheveled.

H searched for his pal paci ...

... just kidding.

It's actually one of the piers ....

Whoever keeps praying for all the rain - stop it.

-Carmen

We have had a breakthrough with the brothers.  Tis a fantastic day, indeed.

There are days that Holden runs the tips of his fingers across the top of Cooper's fauxhawk and says, "it tickles."

There are days (usually the same day) that Holden attempts to steamroll over Cooper laying on his playmat in the floor.

And then there are very special days like this......



-Carmen

And the Texas Children Rejoice

Record breaking snow in these here parts.

We also saw a record number of snowpeople.  When you live where we do, you are lucky to have a four hour window each year to hone your snow packing abilities.

-Carmen

Holden Thanks Ya

Here is the Thank You card I made for H's birthday "thanks."  Candle photo was taken by Auntie L at the party.

-Carmen

Happy 2.083 Holden!

Holden is turning into an old man before my eyes.  He insists on wearing his robe after his bath, brushing his teeth on his own, washing his hands before meals, shutting the door behind him so the warm air doesn't get out, getting himself in and out of the car, using a spoon (even though he misses or dumps every bite,) uses "please," "thank you," "I'm sorry," and "I don't want it" (signing most words!) appropriately.

Holden also recites the sweetest little prayer before meals and bedtime....

Dear Jebus.  Thank you.  For the food.  Aaaaaamen.

Dear Jebus.  Thank you.  For mommy.  For daddy.  Aaaaaamen.

Physically he is turning into a football player.  Poor baby isn't made for track or rock climbing.  He will be mommy's little jar opener before long.

-Carmen

Don't Mind if I do...

-Carmen

Andy's Blue Hour

When I wasn't even looking, I found the most incredible photographer.

Mr. Heatwole captures Texas landscape in a way that ... as I told him ... makes me miss my momma.

So I got a little something special to hang over the fireplace in our new house.

His work is a must-see for anyone that has a soft spot for the versatility, color and texture of Texas.  Trust me you will want to dive right in to Andy's photos.

Also, the artiste has been very thorough and patient with my million and one questions and ramblings.

-Carmen