Baby #3

Actually, if you count the two other four legged creatures we have in the house, plus the fish and the boys, this is really baby #6... But I figured this title would make you move to the end of your seat!

The boys and I went for a walk this beautiful morning. On our journey home we heard a baby kitten crying. I started laughing because I just figured it was our neighbor's bird pretending to be a cat again, but as I got closer, I saw a tiny kitten climbing the side of a house. The poor thing must have fallen from the balcony and was trying to get back up to it's mommy. I was able to reach up and pull it down. I can't believe how far it had climbed. It was below a ledge so there was no way it was going any higher. We named it Spider Kitty because it climbs buildings just like Spiderman!

It is now in our down stair's bathroom with food, water, a bed, a toy, and a potty. It's super scared and just sits behind the toilet. Isaac likes to go in and check on it, which probably doesn't help the situation. I left a note on the neighbor's door but haven't heard anything yet. Shaun's at work today and couldn't talk when we found it so I just had to text him. I decided I would make him freak out a bit so I told him that we found it and that we were going to keep it. He actually got mad at me. He told me that I should have left it where it was... "On the wall, Shaun? Are you kidding me!?!" He then said that he would have just taken it down and then walked away... "So it could crawl right back up and get stuck again, Shaun? Again, are you kidding me!?!" I did the right thing and I'm just glad I was the one that found it!

Spider Kitty is soooo cute and soooo tiny!

Do you like the little litter "basket?" It's all I had! Poor kitty...

Isaac is actually very gentle with the kitten. I think he's more afraid of it, than it is of him because of the claws.

The Base

We live super close to March Air Force Base and daily see and hear huge planes fly over our house. In the four years of living "just down the street" from the base, we had never once visited the museum or toured the 80+ planes up close. Last week we had a beach day all planned but when we walked outside and realized we needed sweatshirts and pants, we made it an airplane day instead. This was definitely an "everything boy" kind of day! Isaac loved the little jet and told us that he was going to fly to Mummu and Iso's house and that he was going all by himself! Shaun loved reading all the stories about the men of war and the variety of guns they got to use! I just found a seat wherever I could because Parker was taking his morning nap in the pouch and my back was killing me! It was either wear him or lift Isaac up and down every two seconds.

One plane (or maybe it was a jet) that impressed me the most once flew from LA to London in less than four hours! Insane! Every plane had an amazing story to tell but there just isn't enough time to stop and read when you have a two year old that would rather throw rocks and kill ants. Maybe when he's older we'll go back...

Isaac would have loved to bring this home!

Parker finally woke up and got to take a ride in the jet too!

Our souvenirs! Name signs for their bedroom door! Can you believe they had Parker's name? I wasn't about to buy a plastic plane for $10 when I could get the same one at Target for $2.

We went to the museum at the perfect time 'cause this weekend was the air show. On Saturday, the boys and I parked the truck near the base and sat in the back with snacks. We got to see all the planes twisting and doing crazy tricks! Parker didn't seem to care and after a while Isaac noticed the big field we were parked next to and just wanted to throw rocks! Boys will be boys!

Can you tell I'm obsessed with collages? They are perfect for people that take a lot of pictures and don't feel like downloading each one individually to the blog! Don't forget to click on it to make the pictures bigger! :)

I don't get it...

We have a tv that is ten times the size of this little dvd player... BUT where do they (Isaac) want to watch a movie??? I just shook my head and laughed! Oh how wonderful it would be if my boys were always this sweet and still! Sadly though, this post doesn't portray the crazy, off the wall reality of our days. Because life happens, it's taken me a while to put together a longer post with our latest adventures. Enjoy this in the meantime! Happy May!

Stats

Here is a perfectly good reason why I don't like when Shaun is gone at work for 48 hours. Having to fly two boys, that together equal 55 lbs, up the stairs every night for bath and bed is VERY hard! Shaun's arms are so much better at this than mine!

The boys had doctor's appointments yesterday and we have new measurements to report.

Isaac Timothy: 34 lbs and 37 1/2 in. tall (I guess he shrunk 'cause last time he was 38 in. tall)

Parker James: 21 lbs and 27 1/2 in. tall (he's gained about 3 lbs and 2 in. in two months) Parker's head was also a small (very small) concern to the doctor. It's 47 cm which is the 99 percentile. We just have to make sure it stays proportioned to the rest of his body. If it grows significantly in the next two months then they have to check and see if there is any extra fluid. The doctor told me not to worry (which is exactly what I'm doing)!

More firsts! Parker is now sitting up on his own and tasting things other than mommy's milk. You can see that he enjoys one of these accomplishments more than the other! Extra info: Isaac and Parker were, to the day, the exact same age when they started sitting up. Pretty cool!

Playing monkey games with big brother! Oh how Parker wanted to put them all in his little mouth!

Isaac's coordination blows us away. He is so athletic and his fine motor skills are so developed. Tonight Shaun had a fire department baseball game so we brought along Isaac's gear. He must have hit five hundred times and only one time did he miss. His form and concentration are priceless!

Angels and Rubidoux

First set of pictures:
A few weeks ago we went to a baseball game with our young marrieds Bible study class. Of course ALL the little kiddos came too because it's not a true adventure without them. We met in the parking lot for a tail gate dinner and then headed in for a 6:05 game. I'm not exactly sure how much of the game we actually saw but boy was it fun. I think we still sing "take me out to the ballgame" at least five times a day!

Second set of pictures:
We decided that it was time to be active and that we (I) needed to feel a good burn in my legs. Mt. Rubidoux was the spot we chose. We packed up the boys, lunch, and blankets and hiked to the top. I think it's only about two miles or so to the top. Since it was during morning nap time, Parker slept in the pouch. Isaac on the other hand was as awake as they come. He pretty much wanted us to RUN up that mountain. He was loving every minute of his stroller ride. It was a very windy day we didn't last as long as I would have liked. But, because it was so windy, it was completely clear... Smog free! Gorgeous!

The boys were not about to look at the camera... So many other things to look at!

Parker ate, chilled, and then fell asleep. Perfect place to take a baby that is content observing.

checkin' out the map and excited to get to the top!

Exploring... See the snow on the mountains in the FAR distance?

Daddy and Isaac's turn to explore... I love the cross that towers at the top!

Proof that Parker was with us at the top. See the cross in the background?

Becoming Best Buds

I'm not sure if Isaac loves Parker more or if Parker loves Isaac more! Big brother is constantly hugging and kissing little brother but little brother is constantly laughing at big brother and is completely fascinated with him. My favorite sound is when I'm driving and they start giggling from the back seat. No words need to be spoken... They just take turns laughing back and forth. Their laughs are so contagious too! Parker can be fussy but as soon as Isaac walks in the room (or he hears him from afar), he gets so excited! Chunky Monkey is a happy little guy and will smile for anyone... But, NO ONE can get him to belly laugh like Skinny Mini can! It's amazing to watch their relationship grow and I'm enjoying the "pre-fighting" stage. It's all about love right now!

4 easy steps to rolling over

1. Relax. Clear your mind. Take a few deep breaths. Focus.

2. Throw those chunky legs as high in the air as possible and thrust your body to the side.

3. Even though you wish you were back at step one relaxing, smile for the camera so this stuff looks easier than it really is! Don't show the pain...

4. Ta-dah!

Now big brother can roll me back over and we'll do this all again... Great!