Doubly Blessed

My neighbor took some of these pictures one afternoon. Grant and Carter are 1 month 1 week in these pictures.  All photos compliments of Rose Petals Photography.

The last two are compliments of
"Papa Photography"

Carter James

Carter James

12/9/13 8:04 a.m.

5 lbs 2 oz 16.5"

Grant Thomas

"PaPa Photography"  took these photos when the boys were 11 days old. He captured some great shots and I love the one of Grant smiling. He has taken all the kids newborn pictures and we are so appreciative. He has a knack for taking pictures and enjoys it. Thought I would share!

Grant Thomas

12/9/13 8:03 a.m.

4 lbs 12 oz 15.5"

Maurer Christmas--Reminiscing

Every year we celebrate with Grandpa Maurer's siblings. Over the years, sadly, our size has dwindled some but what a blessing to still gather together to celebrate together as a family and to celebrate their lives. My kids talk about Grandpa a lot and know him through the stories I have told them.  He loved children and one could not have met a better man. I hear songs in church and think of him, eat a bowl of Blue Bell and am reminded of him and in the love of our family I am reminded of him. He would be thrilled to hold these new grand babies and I know one day he will get the chance to again.  

First Fish

Yes we live right next Lake Conroe but sadly our crew has never been fishing! Wesley and Uncle Stephen made their day by teaching them a thing or two about fishing. Jaxon got a rod and reel from Wesley and Jamie for Christmas and he was so excited to put it to use!  His smile tells it all!!

Cousin Fun

Maurer Party of Five came up to meet Grant and Carter

and they took Kennedy and Jaxon with them to Brenham!!

Now that's a what you call a good visit:)

Kennedy and Jaxon couldn't wait for the visit to end so they
could get some extra play time with their cousins!

We will return the favor soon!

Jan 14th--A Day for the Record Books

Leave it up to this boy to lose his 1st tooth with a great story to be told! We went to our routine dentist appointment and afterward the dentist called me back to discuss Jaxon's appointment which is rare because he has great teeth and our meetings are few and far between with him. His first question was , "Has he fallen?" The boys falls all the time...he goes head first down the driveway on the scooter (with a helmet) for crying out loud. Dr. Brad proceeded to show me a small area a the base of gum indicating their was an infection. Upon further diagnostics it was determined that we needed to pull his baby tooth to protect his permanent tooth. From there I loaded up all four kiddos and drove to the pharmacy to fill a script for Valium and took Kennedy to school. 

When we return to the dentist office, Jaxon walks on back to get his tooth pulled no tears and ended up needing no other sedative! He was estatic and after this visit has decided to be a dentist. He got two visits from the tooth fairy and has not stopped talking about it ever since. Hopefully the other teeth will come out without any big stories to tell!!

Looks FUN

The twins and my 1st outing about 2 weeks ago!!

Can you imagine the looks I got? I am sure it is only
the beginning--wait til I have all four in tote. 

Happy Birthday Daddy

Compliments of Kennedy and cousin Jamie
Thank goodness she was here!

And Birthday Cake....Again
Compliments of Kennedy, Jaxon and Jamie

Another candle on the cake for this guy...marking 36! We are so incredibly blessed to have him in our lives. He is the dad that does it all--plays outside, does homework, reads bedtime stories. You name it he does it!  He is the husband that grocery shops, helps around the house and puts up with me. He loves us unconditionally and has taken four kids in stride (the twins didn't make the cake and candles). We wish you many more and can't imagine our lives without you. 

Heaven

If this isn't the sweetest thing ever then I don't know what is! 

Sweet, sweet angel!

Carter James

First Bath

Carter

Grant

Our All-Star
Grant

Sweet Carter James

The boys had their first bath (1-7-14). I can say neither was a fan.  Neither of the boys has enjoyed sponge baths, soaking in the tub or anything in which they are exposed.  This could be a good thing!

School Break

Enjoying the day with Daddy:)
All SMILES

Kennedy with classmates at the same rink the next day...poor planning on our part
but she LOVED it!

Headed to see "Walking with Dinosaurs"
Izaac and Jaxon

We enjoyed our school break too much....lazy days, PJ's, time as a family and lots of outside time. This week was back to the grind and a schedule. We are now counting down the days until MLK and Spring Break!

So Happy Together

Grant (left)
Carter (right)

We are done Mommy!

Carter James 1 Month

Blessed, blessed, blessed!