Growing, Growing!!

I think the pictures speak for themselves! Claire is about to turn 2...can't believe that! Micah is 3 months, but he looks more like a 5 month old according to many people! They are both so healthy, sweet and good looking if you ask me! I can't believe how quickly time goes by. The other night I was looking through old pictures and videos of when Claire was a baby. It almost made me cry to hear her sweet little giggle when we would tickle her belly. Now it's a full blown laugh! She is growing so much into a girl, not just a baby anymore. It reminds me to cherish every moment I have with both of them because I know time isn't going to slow down! Man, I love these two!

3 Months

Micah,
You are already 3 months old! It is amazing how quickly these 3 months have flown by. I am so proud and thankful to be your Mom! When you smile and giggle, I honestly melt inside and can't help but smile back. You are incredibly handsome (like Daddy) and I probably tell you a little too much! You are growing so much too. I weighed you at Grandma's house and you were right around 15 pounds. I know you get plenty to eat, and I am so thankful for your good health. You have been sleeping about 10 hours most nights. Sometimes you have a harder time going to sleep, but most of the time you go to sleep on your own. You are nursing 5-6 times a day. Sometimes I wonder if that's enough, but then I see you and know you are totally fine and healthy.
You are extremely happy! You are just a ball of smiles, giggles and the cutest little noises. Your big sister LOVES you and loves to help take care of you. She says, "What's up, brother" and "Bless you" if you cough or sneeze. She is a big fan of yours. Mommy and Daddy are too! We love you so much and thank God for you every day. You are a treasure!

Summer Escape

Well, in an effort to abide by my devotional today to be grateful and put grumbling to the wayside, I will not complain about this heat. I will say, however, that I was able to spend an amazing week and a half in South Dakota, basking in the outdoor beauty of blissful 80ish degree highs and lows in the 60s. I spent many mornings drinking coffee outside and wasn't sweating! We went to lots of parks, picnics, more parks and more picnics. We also visited my grandparents and my aunt and uncle's farm. Claire LOVED being able to be outside so much and had a blast on the farm. She got to see the sheep, sit on a couple tractors and a motorcycle, and even "help" feed the sheep. I enjoyed seeing her have so much fun! I also got to see a few of my long time best friends and cherished it! My favorite thing was being home with Mom and my sister, who Claire lovingly called "Uncle Lishy" instead of Aunt. Oh well..she got the name right anyway! I honestly cannot say how much I loved being home and the weather was just amazing! I am also glad to say these two kiddos did a great job in the car. It is a long journey and they were incredible. Here are a few snapshots of the fun we had!