Isaac Owen... 20 Months!

Isaac is starting to do away with the thumb in his mouth :( Gotta make sure I get plenty of pics so I never forget his cute habit! The mullet... BEFORE!

Getting ready for his FIRST EVER hair cut...

Snip-snip! I didn't dare let Daddy have the scissors!

shaving cream made the experience a little more enjoyable for Isaac

Looking so grown up...AFTER! Curls (and mullet) no more :(

Love this profile!

I heard 2 mommies on the same day describe their middles as the cream in their oreo... this is a perfect description of Isaac... He definitley is the cream in my oreo. Sometimes being the middle is the very best place to be! Besides, what would an oreo be without the cream?

Praying for his Oreo (or for another oreo, for that matter! :)

Love these bam bam feet!

One trait I love about Isaac is that he is self-reliant and a problem solver... if there's an obstacle between him and what he wants, he doesn't stop until he gets what he's after. If he's thirsty, he doesn't ask for a drink... he goes to Wyatt's bathroom where he is able to get on top of the sink and fill Wyatt's toothbrush cup to get it himself. He makes HUGE messes in the process, but I can't criticise him for trying! Apparently Isaac decided he was hungry so he got out a bag of popcorn, tried to pour it into a bowl, but it ended up all over the floor... no problem, he just got down on the floor like Gabbi to clean it up!

This is what happens when you leave a 20-month-old on his own for about 30 sec with chocolate pudding!

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Fun Facts about our 20-month-old:

ISAAC...

-has a bit of a destructive streak going on... launching anything and everything over the bannister, dropping dishes on the floor to see the cause and effect reaction, tearing apart Wy guy's legos...but he does it all with charm and a great big smile!

-loves to play ball... this is definitely Isaac's favorite activity!

-loves to be OUTSIDE and begs to go out

-only eats the cream out of his oreos and gives the cookies to Gabbi

-loves, loves, loves people and thrives from his time with others!

-is FAST! This boy can run I tell you!

Isaac, You are the cream in my oreo... the best part and sweet filling of life! You give our family lots of flavor... and a sugar rush, for sure! You have a twinkle in your eyes and a tickle in your tummy that are constantly filling my soul with joy! You make everyone in your path SMILE... I love this quality about you. You are very easy to love and to forgive. You are as naughty as all get out right now, but equally as kind, sharing, loving and incredibly sweet. You are so LOVED!!!!

5 Months with our Micah Jay!

These 2 are BUDDIES...

There's no one who can make Micah laugh quite like his bro Wyatt...

but he's pretty fond of his daddy too!

Daddy can get Micah going with the deep, belly laugh too... but still not quite like Wyatt!

Micah is still a little unsure of Isaac! His eyes flutter as if he's anticipating something getting thrown in his face each time Ike gets close. It's pretty cute to watch their interaction. Isaac is definitely starting to show some sweet and not-so-rough affection these days!

Isaac loves being a big brother but doesn't quite understand why Micah won't wrestle like Wyatt does!

Is this the most peaceful face, or what?

And the sweetest smile!

Getting a little exercise... workin' those hammies!

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Fun Facts About our 5-Months-Old:

MICAH...

• Is now sitting unsupported!
• Sleeps from 8:30pm-8:00am
• Naps from about 1:30-3:30pm each afternoon and little cat naps throughout the day in between our activities!
• Is just the sweetest. Have I mentioned that this little man is the most CONTENT baby ever?
• I refer to Micah as my sweet "Oasis".... He's my quiet rest amidst a very crazy household! : )

Micah Jay...

chubby,

cheerful,

chunky,

and most definitely the cherry on top of my world right now!

You totally had my heart at our very first hello... I love you, little man!

Back to School, for the FIRST TIME!

Today was a BIG day for Wyatt... Preschool orientation! Is my favorite firstborn really going to school? I am so excited for him, but it's hitting me hard that this is the beginning of a journey of about 18+ years of school for Wy guy! I will never have my baby boy HOME all day, everyday again. But it's also reminding me to be THANKFUL for the 2 years I have with him before he's away all day long! : )

Wy guy was pretty excited about the idea of "real school" (compared to parent's day out which he attended last year!), but wanted to be reassured that Mommy was not dropping him off and leaving him on his own today! Wyatt has always had a little bit of separation anxiety (and a bit of a stubborn, strong will to go along with it!), so one of our goals for him this year is to separate from Daddy and Mommy with confidence!!!!

The verses we are committing to memory are:

Judges 6:12, "...The LORD is with you, mighty warrior."

Remember that the meaning of Wyatt is 'Little Warrior' so this verse seemed to be very fitting for him! Joshua 1:9 "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.”

We were first greeted by this awesome mural and verse on the wall at the entrance of Wyatt's room...

...and it was a good reminder to Wyatt that He is LOVED because he is HIS!

We had a very FUN morning together meeting Wyatt's 3 teachers, Ms. Cami, Ms. Laura and Ms. Kay. They are all so delightful and naturally great with the kiddos! Aldersgate uses a team teacher approach with 21 students in each class (so the teacher:student ratio is actually less than most preschools!) and they rotate through different 'centers' with each teacher. It is very non-traditional, just like my Wy guy! There's no letter of the week or take home worksheets... everything is about learning by DOING and lots of creative play! I think it will be a perfect fit for Wyatt! : )

Daddy suggested a very special treat at Chuck-E-Cheese to celebrate the big day! The boys had a blast! : )

Summer Fun, where have you GONE?

I don't know about you, but our summer slipped away too fast! I'm trying to gear myself up for the routine and schedule that Fall brings. I definitely loved being footloose and fancy free this summer with my kiddos (well as free as you can be with 3 in tow! : )

We spent lots of time splashing in the pool...

...and grilling! Here's my hotty husband playing fireman with the boys while grilling some burgers! : )

We took lots of fun adventures in the BOB this summer! Luckily we're still able to somewhat maneuver with three in tow! Wyatt is getting pretty good at taking his bike, BUT if he gets tired, then you are stuck carrying him AND the bike!

Birthday parties! This one was at Lifetime Fitness and so much fun!

I love the look on Wyatt's face as if he's saying, "Why am I doing all the work and you are just along for the ride? Look, buddy... you need to pull your weight too!"

Pupcakes always go along with birthdays!

We celebrated a very special someone's bd in July--MIMI!

Here's Wyatt setting up camp at the balloon fest!

We took this one for you, Grandma Becky!

I've got to get some pictures with my boys. Is this my first with Micah? It can't be! But I think it might be.

It was a pretty incredible summer! So long until next year...