14 Weeks

13 Weeks

Professional Photos

We quickly realized that we didn't really have what it takes to capture professional photos, contrary to what we told ourselves a couple of months ago. So we got Alecia from www.dearcharliphotography.com to come out. She was amazing, took some great shots and really knew what she was doing. Needless to say the results were 10x better than what we were attempting to do on our own. Here are some of our favorites... Which are your faves?

2 Months Old with Dad

Week 12

Boogers and Bad Clothes

Okay. So, there are certain things I vowed I would never do as a mother. And as of yesterday, I've broken all three of those vows.

First, I vowed I would never let my kids go around with boogers hanging out of their noses. I mean, honestly, how long does is it take to get a hanky out of your pocket and wipe them down? So, now that I have twins I actually have an answer to that question. Five minutes - depending on how many you're holding (one or two) and where you are (in public or in the privacy of the house) and where the wipees are located (upstairs or in the diaper bag). So, that's five minutes I really don't have. And to be completely forthcoming, as long as the kids are breathing at the end of the day I feel like a successful mother.

Second, I vowed I would never leave the house looking like the typical new mom - an unkempt basketcase. I mean, how hard is it to take a quick shower, blow dry your hair, and slap on some mascara? Once again, I have an answer for that. Impossible. It is practically impossible to look anything other than a transient as I shuffle the boys to doctor's appointments, etc. In fact, halfway through one pediatrician appointment, I realized I hadn't even brushed my teeth. That is so sad. I'm sure my doctor was. And the fact that I am still wearing baggy maternity clothes obviously doesn't help my overall style factor.

Third, I vowed I would never let my pristine, perfectly arranged house become a storage bin for all forms of baby toys. I mean, is it really that difficult to keep the baby things in one room? To answer the question, I will simply tell you: I currently have three baby contraptions in my living room and I won't even begin to count the number of bottles, drying racks, and sterilizers I have in my kitchen. And that's just the downstairs. So, yes, it is difficult to stick to any plan of design segregation.

So. Bring on the boogers, bad clothes, and over-run living rooms. I'm happy. I'm a new mom.

8 Weeks

Tales from the Crib II

Jonathan swears this is what happens every time I leave the house. No sooner than I drive out of the garage, do the little buggers start screaming. However, Dad can now wield a pacifier like a pro.

6.5 Weeks and Growing

We know the boys are gaining weight, but it is always fun to compare. Look at these photos:

The above photo was taken the day we came home from the hospital. The boys averaged 5-and-a-half pounds each, but they didn't even fill up their car seats. In fact, the ride home was bumpy and their heads kept knockin' around the seats - which scared mom a little. And yes...we do think that Zach (on the right) is giving us the Mr. Spock hand signal, which is weird considering that neither of us are trekkies.

The above photo was taken before going to the boys' 6-week checkup, at which they weighed just over 8 pounds each. Their heads still knock around a bit in the car seats, but we try not to shake them too much (Just kidding everyone). Zach is on the left and Jonah is on the right. Dad wanted everyone to notice how much more the boys are beginning to look alike. Their profiles are almost identical! Identical twins looking identical???? Uncanny.