Hi everyone -
Just another quick tooth update...Lincoln's 16th tooth - his last I-tooth - popped through the skin yesterday finally! He has a full set now!
Jackson is getting #11 finally...his bottom left front one. Presuming his lower left molar will follow, then it will be time for his I-teeth!
It's amazing how quickly we fall in love with their gummy smiles, then those first few teeth, and before we know it, there is the full set!
Our Family
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Baby Nash...
Thoughts and prayers for baby Nash. He was admitted to the hospital today, and diagnosed with spinal meningitis. They believe it is viral and not bacterial, but please keep all of the Willingers in your prayers!
Vacation!
Brian and I were on vacation last week. We've enjoyed a great week.
We started off our vacation by taking the boys to their first Red's game on 8/12. Saturday was a relaxing day visiting with the Brocki's, and included a trip to Graeter's (YUMMY).
Sunday, Brian went to Fort Recovery to work on bills while the boys and I stayed home and caught up on laundry, and prepared for our vacation week.
We were all packed up on Monday morning and out the door at ten till nine. Not bad! We drove to Toledo, and spent the day with Aunt Lyn, Uncle RJ, Lylah, Knox, and Nash. Tuesday, Lyn, Brian, me, and Rachelle took all 8 kids to the zoo! Overall, it was a great trip. We saw lots of animals, and the kids did really well overall. Jackson had a few meltdowns, but what do you expect from an 18 month old?
Check out the group kid picture - Nash wasn't included, but Brian took his place.
Tuesday night, Brian, the boys and I went to visit Jay, Tracy and Ashley Wagner. Tracy made a delicious dinner that we all enjoyed, the boys played on Ashley's swing set, and we spent the evening visiting. Ashley had lots of toys the boys loved, and we definitely need to get all the kids together again soon.
Wednesday, it was time to start packing up to head out of Toledo. We were all a little sad, but knowing we would be back again in just a week and a half made it a little easier.
After we packed up, we took the kids to the neighborhood park to play for a bit. The boys LOVED the swings, once they let us put them in them. Neither of them were quite brave enough to go down the twisty slide, but there is plenty of time for that later.
After the park, the boys ate some maccaroni and cheese, and we finally headed out around 1:30.
We took our time heading west as Great Grandma had a dentist appointment. However, we then found out that Pawpa didn't work Wednesday, and Mawma only worked till 2:00. So, we went to visit them for a bit first, then went and visited with Great Grandma and Pete. After an amazing dinner that Mawma made for us, the boys took their first GATOR ride! I am sure that it won't be the last one for Jackson...as he loved it. Check out how much fun we had!
Great Aunt Shirley and Uncle Larry stopped out quick to see us ride the gator, and give the boys baths. It was a very short visit, but we had a great time!
Thursday morning, it was time to pack up again and head to Grandma Hart's for the day. The boys enjoyed seeing Aunt Lori, Uncle Sean, Aunt Beth and the kids as well as visiting with Grandma. They played outside on the swing set, and Jackson was very excited to see the cows!
After visiting for the afternoon, we continued our journey back home to sleep in our own beds. We enjoyed the long weekend at home...
We are back to work, and missing vacation already. Hope the week goes fast!
We started off our vacation by taking the boys to their first Red's game on 8/12. Saturday was a relaxing day visiting with the Brocki's, and included a trip to Graeter's (YUMMY).
Sunday, Brian went to Fort Recovery to work on bills while the boys and I stayed home and caught up on laundry, and prepared for our vacation week.
We were all packed up on Monday morning and out the door at ten till nine. Not bad! We drove to Toledo, and spent the day with Aunt Lyn, Uncle RJ, Lylah, Knox, and Nash. Tuesday, Lyn, Brian, me, and Rachelle took all 8 kids to the zoo! Overall, it was a great trip. We saw lots of animals, and the kids did really well overall. Jackson had a few meltdowns, but what do you expect from an 18 month old?
Check out the group kid picture - Nash wasn't included, but Brian took his place.
Tuesday night, Brian, the boys and I went to visit Jay, Tracy and Ashley Wagner. Tracy made a delicious dinner that we all enjoyed, the boys played on Ashley's swing set, and we spent the evening visiting. Ashley had lots of toys the boys loved, and we definitely need to get all the kids together again soon.
After we packed up, we took the kids to the neighborhood park to play for a bit. The boys LOVED the swings, once they let us put them in them. Neither of them were quite brave enough to go down the twisty slide, but there is plenty of time for that later.
We took our time heading west as Great Grandma had a dentist appointment. However, we then found out that Pawpa didn't work Wednesday, and Mawma only worked till 2:00. So, we went to visit them for a bit first, then went and visited with Great Grandma and Pete. After an amazing dinner that Mawma made for us, the boys took their first GATOR ride! I am sure that it won't be the last one for Jackson...as he loved it. Check out how much fun we had!
Thursday morning, it was time to pack up again and head to Grandma Hart's for the day. The boys enjoyed seeing Aunt Lori, Uncle Sean, Aunt Beth and the kids as well as visiting with Grandma. They played outside on the swing set, and Jackson was very excited to see the cows!
After visiting for the afternoon, we continued our journey back home to sleep in our own beds. We enjoyed the long weekend at home...
We are back to work, and missing vacation already. Hope the week goes fast!
Sunday, August 21, 2011
First Red's Game
The boys went to their First Red's game on Friday, August 12th.
Since they were born at Good Sam, they were part of the Rookie class this year. We got to participate in a parade on the field before the game (we walked all along the warning track, clear around the ballpark). Definitely a different perspective of the ballpark when you are ON the field.
The boys also received little T-shirts that say "Future All-stars", and Reds baseball hats! Very adorable.
The Brocki's (Barb, Pat, and Jamie) as well as Aaron joined us for the game. I hope everyone had as much fun as we did.
After the parade, we got the boys some hotdogs and ice cream before settling into our seats to watch the game. The boys did really well for being completely off their game. We had to take Jackson out a few times and let him walk around, and we used a sucker and popcorn to keep him occupied. Lincoln was quite content sitting on Jamie's lap for most of the game. We stayed for the whole game, but had to skip the fireworks (bummer). However, it was 11:30 before we got the boys home and in bed even with skipping the fireworks.
Here is a pic of the boys ready to head to the game!
Daddy and Jackson during the pre-game parade....
Mommy and Lincoln during the pre-game parade...
Since they were born at Good Sam, they were part of the Rookie class this year. We got to participate in a parade on the field before the game (we walked all along the warning track, clear around the ballpark). Definitely a different perspective of the ballpark when you are ON the field.
The boys also received little T-shirts that say "Future All-stars", and Reds baseball hats! Very adorable.
The Brocki's (Barb, Pat, and Jamie) as well as Aaron joined us for the game. I hope everyone had as much fun as we did.
After the parade, we got the boys some hotdogs and ice cream before settling into our seats to watch the game. The boys did really well for being completely off their game. We had to take Jackson out a few times and let him walk around, and we used a sucker and popcorn to keep him occupied. Lincoln was quite content sitting on Jamie's lap for most of the game. We stayed for the whole game, but had to skip the fireworks (bummer). However, it was 11:30 before we got the boys home and in bed even with skipping the fireworks.
Here is a pic of the boys ready to head to the game!
Daddy and Jackson during the pre-game parade....
Mommy and Lincoln during the pre-game parade...
More teeth for Lincoln
Lincoln has 15 teeth now. Sometime in the past week or so, 3 of his I-teeth have broken through the skin. He is only missing his top right I-tooth, then he will have his complete set. It's close, so it won't be long till we'll have another update!
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Peek a Boo!
The boys have always loved playing peek a boo, but lately, they've figured out how to do it themselves. They cover up their eyes, then scare us. We started pretending to be scared....and they find it hilarious! Here is a snapshot!
Follow the leader
The boys were playing in the stove drawer as usual, but I started noticing a pattern. It was too cuate not to tape and share! enjoy!
Pool time fun
We spent a weekend with Aunt Lyn, Uncle RJ, Lylah and Knox after little Nash was born. Saturday was a great outdoor day - so the boys were playing with their cousins in the pool! Here are a few videos of the day!
First, we have Jackson playing in the pool. He loves playing with the cup in the bathtub, so the pool was no different. Only issue (we have this with the tub too) - he doesn't like to keep the water in the pool!
After watching cousin Knox go down the slide into the pool, Jackson decided he would try it! Later in the day, he went down head first (again, Knox was leading the way).
All of the kids had fun playing in the little slide/playhouse!
The boys just loved being outside, and being able to run around and have fun. Unfortunately, you can hear commentary in the background on this one as Knox got hurt!
First, we have Jackson playing in the pool. He loves playing with the cup in the bathtub, so the pool was no different. Only issue (we have this with the tub too) - he doesn't like to keep the water in the pool!
After watching cousin Knox go down the slide into the pool, Jackson decided he would try it! Later in the day, he went down head first (again, Knox was leading the way).
All of the kids had fun playing in the little slide/playhouse!
The boys just loved being outside, and being able to run around and have fun. Unfortunately, you can hear commentary in the background on this one as Knox got hurt!
Monday, August 8, 2011
August Special dates
Birthdays:
- Dennis Taylor turns 47 on August 14
- Brady Young turns 9 on August 19
- Ryan Muehlfeld turns 31 on August 23
- Brother Boy and Drama celebrate spending 3 years with their daddy's on August 24
- Mackenzie Sheneyfelt turns 1 on August 27
- Kendyl Zank turns 16 on August 29
- Dick Willinger celebrates a birthday on August 31
- Sean and Jen Boggess celebrate their 14th wedding anniversary on August 9
- Ralph and Janet Gels celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary on August 10
- Ken and Joyce Gels celebrate their 53rd wedding anniversary on August 16
- Ryan and Tasha Muehlfeld celebrate their 9th wedding anniversary on August 24
Sunday, August 7, 2011
More news on the boys....
Today was a big transitional day for us. We've been having issues with Jackson standing up in his highchair for a while, but this weekend, he pushed Brian's buttons a bit too much. So, I thought we would try the booster seats. We have used them when we go places, and always strap the boys in. When they are strapped in, Jackson can't stand up. So, we set up the boosters, and put the boys in them for lunch. They both did really good sitting up at the table like big boys! Dinner was great too - the boys are used to sitting beside each other in their high chairs, but at the table, they sit across from each other. At dinner, they were talking back and forth and laughing. It was really fun to watch.
Since they did so well today, we are planning to clean the high chairs up and put them away! It's a great transition, but another reminder of just how fast our little guys are growing up.
I keep saying how they are talking more and more. We figured out this weekend that they know what a butterfly is - they hold their hands up and flutter them like a butterfly! If you ask them what a birdie says, they say "tweet tweet tweet".
Other words that are quickly becoming part of our everyday life: shoe, hat, cracker, ball, bee, no (this is more Jackson than Lincoln), nose, ear, mouth, toes, head....again, I'm sure I'm forgetting some!
Hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
Kate, Brian, Lincoln, and Jackson
Since they did so well today, we are planning to clean the high chairs up and put them away! It's a great transition, but another reminder of just how fast our little guys are growing up.
I keep saying how they are talking more and more. We figured out this weekend that they know what a butterfly is - they hold their hands up and flutter them like a butterfly! If you ask them what a birdie says, they say "tweet tweet tweet".
Other words that are quickly becoming part of our everyday life: shoe, hat, cracker, ball, bee, no (this is more Jackson than Lincoln), nose, ear, mouth, toes, head....again, I'm sure I'm forgetting some!
Hope everyone has a great week!
Love,
Kate, Brian, Lincoln, and Jackson
Need another weekend....
Unfortunately, our great week went downhill fast, starting Thursday night. Earlier in the week, we had some issues with the fridge - it wasn't distributing ice - but we didn't think much of it. But as I was cleaning up from dinner Thursday, I noticed it was making some strange noises. I started checking it out, and realized it wasn't running. So, after we got the boys to bed, we transfered everything that was in the freezer portion into our deep freeze in the basement, put what we needed out of the fridge in a cooler, and called Aaron to see if we could store our condiments and non-essentials in his fridge.
Thankfully, Aaron has a friend who is an electrician who works on appliances, but he lives in Florida. However, he is VERY familiar with our fridge, and was able to diagnose our issue over the phone. He looked up the part we needed, gave us the model number and told us where we could get it.
So, we got up early and on Friday and went into work early so we could leave around 4:00 to make it to the appliance store to get the part by 5:00. We made it in the nick of time, and the part was even $30 cheaper than we thought! Brian was able to replace the part Friday night, and we cautiously plugged the fridge back in - it started running! YEAH! We let the fridge cool down, and at 10:30 Friday night, we put the stuff from the cooler back in the fridge.
We were very happy when it was cooled down to the appropriate temperatures on Saturday morning - all was well again. So, we decided we would feed the boys breakfast, then go get the rest of our stuff from Aaron's house. Breakfast was a little challenging. We were going to do waffles, but realized the syrup was at Aarons. Then I started to make toast for the boys...and remembered the butter was in the freezer, and the jam was again at Aarons. We stuck with the toast though, and opened a jar of mom's homemade peach jelly. Oh - all was right with the world again!
After breakfast, we decided it was safe to push the fridge back into it's normal place. However, when we were doing this, we broke the water line! Oh...the bad luck was back. Brian shut the water off, and we cleaned up what was on the kitchen floor. Brian went back to the appliance store to get a new water line. It was finally all fixed by 2:00, and we carefully moved the fridge back.
The rest of our Saturday was great. We went to TJMaxx to look for sippy cups for the boys, then stopped at Aaron's to get the rest of our food. We had a nice visit with Aaron, Scott and Ed, had a few adult beverages (we needed it after the previous 48 hours), checked out the progress on Aaron's bathroom, then came home and BBQ'd chicken for dinner.
Unfortunately, I had a restless night of sleeping, and the storms around 5:00 this morning didn't help either. Thankfully, the boys slept until 8:15 this morning! I don't think Jackson has ever slept later than 7:00 - EVER, so this was a very pleasant surprise. Both of the boys woke up very happy. We had waffles and bacon for breakfast, then did a bit more housework to prepare for our guests coming Friday. Before we knew it, it was time to feed the boys some lunch and put them down for their nap. While they were sleeping, Brian and I did some filing and shredding. I decided it was time to shower so we could go to the grocery store. I was a bit surprised that the water wasn't very hot, but figured we had used a lot with laundry and dishes. However, it was even colder later when Brian took a shower, so he went to check out the water heater. Guess what? it's leaking water....don't think that's a good thing.
The water heater is original to the house....so it's probably close to 20 years old. We finally decided tonight that it's best to just get a new one rather than waisting time having a plumber come and tell us what's wrong with it. So, we heated water on the stove to give the boys a sponge bath, and I'm planning to do the same for washing my hair so I can go to work tomorrow. Oh...good times this weekend!
I guess we all need reminders once in a while to appreciate all of our modern conveniences. But really - two in one weekend? Believe me...I'm glad I didn't live back in the days before running water and electricity!
Thankfully, Aaron has a friend who is an electrician who works on appliances, but he lives in Florida. However, he is VERY familiar with our fridge, and was able to diagnose our issue over the phone. He looked up the part we needed, gave us the model number and told us where we could get it.
So, we got up early and on Friday and went into work early so we could leave around 4:00 to make it to the appliance store to get the part by 5:00. We made it in the nick of time, and the part was even $30 cheaper than we thought! Brian was able to replace the part Friday night, and we cautiously plugged the fridge back in - it started running! YEAH! We let the fridge cool down, and at 10:30 Friday night, we put the stuff from the cooler back in the fridge.
We were very happy when it was cooled down to the appropriate temperatures on Saturday morning - all was well again. So, we decided we would feed the boys breakfast, then go get the rest of our stuff from Aaron's house. Breakfast was a little challenging. We were going to do waffles, but realized the syrup was at Aarons. Then I started to make toast for the boys...and remembered the butter was in the freezer, and the jam was again at Aarons. We stuck with the toast though, and opened a jar of mom's homemade peach jelly. Oh - all was right with the world again!
After breakfast, we decided it was safe to push the fridge back into it's normal place. However, when we were doing this, we broke the water line! Oh...the bad luck was back. Brian shut the water off, and we cleaned up what was on the kitchen floor. Brian went back to the appliance store to get a new water line. It was finally all fixed by 2:00, and we carefully moved the fridge back.
The rest of our Saturday was great. We went to TJMaxx to look for sippy cups for the boys, then stopped at Aaron's to get the rest of our food. We had a nice visit with Aaron, Scott and Ed, had a few adult beverages (we needed it after the previous 48 hours), checked out the progress on Aaron's bathroom, then came home and BBQ'd chicken for dinner.
Unfortunately, I had a restless night of sleeping, and the storms around 5:00 this morning didn't help either. Thankfully, the boys slept until 8:15 this morning! I don't think Jackson has ever slept later than 7:00 - EVER, so this was a very pleasant surprise. Both of the boys woke up very happy. We had waffles and bacon for breakfast, then did a bit more housework to prepare for our guests coming Friday. Before we knew it, it was time to feed the boys some lunch and put them down for their nap. While they were sleeping, Brian and I did some filing and shredding. I decided it was time to shower so we could go to the grocery store. I was a bit surprised that the water wasn't very hot, but figured we had used a lot with laundry and dishes. However, it was even colder later when Brian took a shower, so he went to check out the water heater. Guess what? it's leaking water....don't think that's a good thing.
The water heater is original to the house....so it's probably close to 20 years old. We finally decided tonight that it's best to just get a new one rather than waisting time having a plumber come and tell us what's wrong with it. So, we heated water on the stove to give the boys a sponge bath, and I'm planning to do the same for washing my hair so I can go to work tomorrow. Oh...good times this weekend!
I guess we all need reminders once in a while to appreciate all of our modern conveniences. But really - two in one weekend? Believe me...I'm glad I didn't live back in the days before running water and electricity!
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Some firsts...
We had a fun night with dinner last night.
We gave the boys corn on the cob for the first time! Neither of the boys were quite sure of it at first. They watched Brian and me eat ours, then started nibbling on the end of the corn. Lincoln figured it out first...and started devouring it. He did a pretty good job!
Jackson was having a hard time getting started, but after I gave him a few bites of mine, he quickly dove into his. The two boys ate a whole ear of corn!
To reward them for doing such a great job on the corn, we also gave the boys homemade tapioca pudding! I wasn't sure if they would like it, so we didn't give them a whole lot at first, but they cleaned their boys up, and were begging for more. They loved it!
All in all, a great night!
We gave the boys corn on the cob for the first time! Neither of the boys were quite sure of it at first. They watched Brian and me eat ours, then started nibbling on the end of the corn. Lincoln figured it out first...and started devouring it. He did a pretty good job!
Jackson was having a hard time getting started, but after I gave him a few bites of mine, he quickly dove into his. The two boys ate a whole ear of corn!
To reward them for doing such a great job on the corn, we also gave the boys homemade tapioca pudding! I wasn't sure if they would like it, so we didn't give them a whole lot at first, but they cleaned their boys up, and were begging for more. They loved it!
All in all, a great night!
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
18 Month check up
The boys had their 18 month check up with Dr. Korn yesterday afternoon.
Lincoln is just over 30 pounds (80-85 percentile), and measures 33 3/4 inches.
Jackson is only about 27 1/2 pounds (65-70 percentile) and measures 33 1/4 inches.
Both the boys continue to be good eaters...evidently Jackson just works more of his off!
The doctor talked to us about different things to be mindful of, like...
Otherwise, the boys are doing great!
They know a LOT of animal noises, and we are still figuring out they know more! Last night, we added the elephant to the list of animal noises. They put their arm up for the trunk, and say "woo-oo" like an elephant! That's in addition to: cat, dog, duck, chicken, lion, horse, cow, pig and sheep! What other animals can they learn?
Funny story to share...we stopped at Cracker Barrel on Sunday for a late lunch. Throughout eating, I would say things like "Jackson, you eating your chicken?" or "Is your chicken all gone" or "Do you need some more chicken". Anytime a mention of chicken was made, Jackson promptly said "Bawk Bawk". I'm sure the people at the table next to us got a kick out of it!
The boys talk a lot...and we are understanding them more all the time. They get pretty shy around others, but at home...watch out! After spending the weekend with my family, Lincoln keeps asking for Mawma and Jackson pipes in and asks for Pawpa.
It also appears that I will be in the minority in our household when it comes to sports. Brian has been reading "Hello Brutus" to the boys daily, so now whenever they see anything OSU related with Brutus on it, they point and call out "Brutus!".
Other words in their growing vocabulary:
bubble, book, milk, bath time, poop (yes...seriously), cup, bye-bye, nite-nite, car, truck, tractor, choo-choo, and Jackson
So, overall, we have 2 growing and developing little boys who amaze us every day!
Lincoln is just over 30 pounds (80-85 percentile), and measures 33 3/4 inches.
Jackson is only about 27 1/2 pounds (65-70 percentile) and measures 33 1/4 inches.
Both the boys continue to be good eaters...evidently Jackson just works more of his off!
The doctor talked to us about different things to be mindful of, like...
- they will figure out how to open doors, cupboards (even with the safetly latches), and most likely the baby gates
- they are taller now, and can reach things on the counter tops
- they will soon figure out they can push a chair over and SEE what's on the counter tops
- it will be harder to hide stuff from them. even if you remove something from their sight, they know you've put it somewhere
- establishing different levels of "no" so that they know when you really mean it, versus you would prefer they don't do something
Otherwise, the boys are doing great!
They know a LOT of animal noises, and we are still figuring out they know more! Last night, we added the elephant to the list of animal noises. They put their arm up for the trunk, and say "woo-oo" like an elephant! That's in addition to: cat, dog, duck, chicken, lion, horse, cow, pig and sheep! What other animals can they learn?
Funny story to share...we stopped at Cracker Barrel on Sunday for a late lunch. Throughout eating, I would say things like "Jackson, you eating your chicken?" or "Is your chicken all gone" or "Do you need some more chicken". Anytime a mention of chicken was made, Jackson promptly said "Bawk Bawk". I'm sure the people at the table next to us got a kick out of it!
The boys talk a lot...and we are understanding them more all the time. They get pretty shy around others, but at home...watch out! After spending the weekend with my family, Lincoln keeps asking for Mawma and Jackson pipes in and asks for Pawpa.
It also appears that I will be in the minority in our household when it comes to sports. Brian has been reading "Hello Brutus" to the boys daily, so now whenever they see anything OSU related with Brutus on it, they point and call out "Brutus!".
Other words in their growing vocabulary:
bubble, book, milk, bath time, poop (yes...seriously), cup, bye-bye, nite-nite, car, truck, tractor, choo-choo, and Jackson
So, overall, we have 2 growing and developing little boys who amaze us every day!
Monday, August 1, 2011
More teeth...
I forgot to mention that while we were at the hospital, I found another tooth in Jackson's mouth! Not his molar...he finally got his other bottom right front tooth! That makes ten, so now he only needs his lower molar and other bottom left front tooth and he will be caught up with Lincoln. However, Lincoln's I-teeth are coming any day now, so not sure Jax will catch him!
Nash Richard Willinger
Congratulations to my sister Lyn and her husband RJ on the birth of Nash Richard Willinger on 7-28-2011. He arrived at 9:00 p.m. on the dot, and weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce.
Brian and I left work at 2:00 on Friday, picked the boys up, and headed home to pack up to head to Toledo to meet Nash. We were on the road around 3:30, but hit a bit of traffic before we got to Dayton, and again between Bowling Green and Toledo. We stopped at McDonald's to grab some dinner, and were at the hospital around 7:45.
Brian and I fell in love with Nash instantly. Hard not too, as he is super cute! The boys weren't too impressed...they eventually came to see him when I was holding him, and they were very gentle with rubbing his head. Jackson was a bit infatuated with his ear, but we made sure he didn't rip it off! (They have been learning body parts at school, and he's been saying "ear" all week!)
The boys had a little too much fun playing at the hospital...Jackson got his finger pinched in the cabinet door, and Lincoln had a twin reaction to it, and just started crying for no reason. Brian was holding Nash at the time, so I took care of consoling both of them. Then they started playing on the couch in the room. After one or the other of them almost fell off quite a few times (luckily we caught them), we decided it was time to take the boys to Lyn's house and do baths and get ready for bed.
Nash came home from the hospital on Friday night, and finally met Mawma and Pawpa.
The Willingers were in town as well, so Lyn and RJ had a housefull! Saturday was a great day just being outside, watching the boys play in the pool, visiting with mom and dad, the Willingers, and Rachelle and the kids, who came over in the afternoon. We were brave and took the boys to church at 4:30 (first time in quite a few weeks we've taken them), and they were great. We had a nice dinner Saturday night with everyone, and just relaxed on the front porch. A perfect summer day!
Sadly, Sunday came, and it was time to pack up and head home...after we washed all the sheets, towels, etc. for Lyn and RJ, and ensured we put the house back together before we left.
We were going to visit with Jay, Tracy and Ashley, but Ashley was going down for a nap, and our boys were exhausted too. The boys slept for over an hour in the car, and were hungry when they awoke so we stopped in Lima at Cracker Barrel for a late lunch. We were still home and unpacked by 6:00.
Thanks to Lyn and RJ for opening their house, and sharing their newest little man with us. We miss Nash already, and can't wait for our next visit!
Brian and I left work at 2:00 on Friday, picked the boys up, and headed home to pack up to head to Toledo to meet Nash. We were on the road around 3:30, but hit a bit of traffic before we got to Dayton, and again between Bowling Green and Toledo. We stopped at McDonald's to grab some dinner, and were at the hospital around 7:45.
Brian and I fell in love with Nash instantly. Hard not too, as he is super cute! The boys weren't too impressed...they eventually came to see him when I was holding him, and they were very gentle with rubbing his head. Jackson was a bit infatuated with his ear, but we made sure he didn't rip it off! (They have been learning body parts at school, and he's been saying "ear" all week!)
The boys had a little too much fun playing at the hospital...Jackson got his finger pinched in the cabinet door, and Lincoln had a twin reaction to it, and just started crying for no reason. Brian was holding Nash at the time, so I took care of consoling both of them. Then they started playing on the couch in the room. After one or the other of them almost fell off quite a few times (luckily we caught them), we decided it was time to take the boys to Lyn's house and do baths and get ready for bed.
Nash came home from the hospital on Friday night, and finally met Mawma and Pawpa.
The Willingers were in town as well, so Lyn and RJ had a housefull! Saturday was a great day just being outside, watching the boys play in the pool, visiting with mom and dad, the Willingers, and Rachelle and the kids, who came over in the afternoon. We were brave and took the boys to church at 4:30 (first time in quite a few weeks we've taken them), and they were great. We had a nice dinner Saturday night with everyone, and just relaxed on the front porch. A perfect summer day!
Sadly, Sunday came, and it was time to pack up and head home...after we washed all the sheets, towels, etc. for Lyn and RJ, and ensured we put the house back together before we left.
We were going to visit with Jay, Tracy and Ashley, but Ashley was going down for a nap, and our boys were exhausted too. The boys slept for over an hour in the car, and were hungry when they awoke so we stopped in Lima at Cracker Barrel for a late lunch. We were still home and unpacked by 6:00.
Thanks to Lyn and RJ for opening their house, and sharing their newest little man with us. We miss Nash already, and can't wait for our next visit!
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