Friday, May 20, 2011

Good Morning Andrew!

Isn't this just want everyone wants when they wake up from their morning nap?!?!


I'm hoping to catch my own morning, afternoon, AND evening nap this weekend! We are in complete exhaustion in the Rogers household today. Chris has been working some crazy, crazy hours this week and we haven't seen him ALL week! We are doing the best to make it through, but let's just say that I am looking forward to having two extra hands around this weekend. This rainy weather has made us stuck inside for many hours, but we have stayed busy with several playdates, a trip to the mall, trips to two different libraries, and finally...we enjoyed a day outside yesterday on our rain-free day! Off to start the day: Andrew has been up since 5:30, so let's just say that he is about ready for his morning nap and it's not even 7!

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Loving some spring days...

Just wanted to share some pictures of our two little ones:
Andrew snatching up toys as he scoots!
Someone wants to test out all the baby equipment!
Look at me stand, Mama!
Decorating our kitchen door:)
Loving some sunshine outside
Go Chicago Cubs!
Learning how to use a sippy (Now if we could only figure out how to use a bottle...)
Grandpa, you really should have get me the John Deere tractor?!?! I love my CAT!
Playing outside in my big exersaucer
All this play wears me out!

Our little scooting machine...

Just over five months and he is our scooting machine!!! Andrew is SO crazy active...I just can't believe it! As soon as you put him on the floor, he rolls over to his tummy and takes off!
Andrew loves to move, move, move! When he is in the Baby Bjorn, he kicks and kicks. When you hold Andrew, he wiggles and wiggles. He rolls over and over and over. I guess I better get ready for two kids to be moving around because it is going to be happening in no time at all!!!

Here's a video of Andrew scooting across his room! Aiden hops down from his crib to join and show off his impressive scooting skills. Later, Aiden and Andrew make a special phone call to Grandpa. You can't go anywhere without Aiden having his cell phones close by:)



Becoming A Little Boy...

Aiden went in for a haircut last week! We said good-bye to his long, shaggy hair and he got transformed into such a handsome little boy:



What else is going on in Aiden's world?
  • Obsessed with school buses
  • Loves singing the alphabet and counting objects
  • Potty training! No more diapers for this guy:)
  • Loves watching some Sesame Street
  • And this little one could spend ALL DAY outside!!! He loves, loves, loves being outdoors!

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Sunshine on Saturday

While I was washing dishes on Saturday morning, I saw this beautiful sight. Aiden had carried over his golf set to Andrew and was showing him how it works. This view made me so excited because I can't wait to watch these two boys grow and love one another!
I have to say that I did question my husband's sanity when he told me on Friday afternoon that he ordered a truckload of dirt that was going to be delivered. Seriously, dirt?!?! If you haven't noticed, Chris has spent many of the past weekends working on the lawn between growing grass, planting shrubs and flowers, and laying down bricks. When he told me that he ordered dirt, I really wondered if this was becoming an unhealthy obsession. But, I do have to say that the dirt did it's magic. He used the dirt to elevate the shrubs a few inches higher so it was above the landscape bricks. After moving all of the dirt and replanting all of the shrubs, I have to say that I think it looks fantastic. Thanks Chris for all of your hard work!


And I have to thank Chris for allowing our 2 year old to help him most of the day (as much as toddlers help). Aiden loved digging in the dirt and spraying the leftover dirt off the driveway:) It made for one very messy son by the end of the day!
We spent almost the whole day outside on Saturday. Aiden LOVES to be outside, just like his mama. Andrew doesn't really have a choice as he goes where the rest of us go!



We also enjoyed a nice walk to downtown where we discovered some wonderful shops in town. We picked up a fresh baguette from the bread store, delicious cookies from the bakery, and in true Jersey style, we picked up some cold cuts and steak from the butcher! We were all set for a wonderful barbecue for dinner!!!!!

Loving my boys on Mother's Day!

Two years ago, Mother's Day took on a whole new meaning when I became a mother myself! I can't even fathom how my mom took care of four kids without losing her sanity because motherhood brings on a whole new meaning to life: sleepless nights, irrational toddler speak, a never-ending pile of laundry, errands that always need to be run, and so much more. But motherhood also brings a huge amount of love, laughs, and joy to one's life which makes all of the craziness so, so worth it! I am so thankful for my two boys, two doggies, and an amazing husband. I was blessed with breakfast in bed, an afternoon nap, time to exercise, brats on the grill, and some great time with my family!
Me and my boys
Andrew and Mommy
Aiden and Daddy
And a failed attempt at our two little loves:)

Happy Mother's Day to all the other wonderful lovely ladies in our life that we call Mom, MeMe, Grandma, Great-Grandma, Aunts, and Sisters!!! We love you!!!

Monday, May 2, 2011

Ready for Summer!

We are ready for summer at the Rogers household! Ready to head out for some runs with Mommy...
Ready for some water play...
Ready for some summer time smiles...
Ready for some early morning outdoor play in our pajamas...
Ready for some swinging...
Ready for some walks with the doggies (although I think Aiden is confused about this warm weather when he chose to wear one snow boot and one Croc)
And ready to play, play, play!!! Please come summer because we are ready for you!