:) Little R growing so big!!!

Rowan really is getting big. He has learned how to climb out of his crib, and how to undo the crib tent. So, he's sleeping in a toddler bed!! I think I will get Daniel to bring the captains bed up from the basement though. One less move we have to do latter on. For now, the toddler bed was a quick solution to nap time today. I was so worried that he was going to fall and split his head open climbing out of his crib.

Rowan is also peeing on the potty!! Not consistly, but sometimes! Hey! Gotta start some where, right? The other day I striped him down to go for his bath. He was running arroung giggling trying to get away from me, when all of a sudden he grabbed himself and yelled, "potty! Potty! Potty!". He ran over, sat down, and peed! I swear, it's the cloth bums we use! Both my kids became aware of their pee so early! I a deff plus!!!!

Rowan had also started to repeat everything we say, and is talking two word sentences! Ahhhhh! Life without a baby!!! I loved my babies but I'm glad both my kids can now tell me what they want with their words, instead of crying.

Nice, Sunshiny, Day?

Okay, so the sun was shining, birds were chirping. I decided to take the kids outside to play for an hour before home time. We all head tothe door, dress, and head out. Within 2 minutes, we are all headed back inside. Why? Well the sun left, the wind picked up, and the snow came. Within 2 minutes, the entire spring day was ruined. Where are all the nice days??????

This photo was taken just after we got inside. You can actually see the snow coming down. Crazy how much it snowed in like 2 minutes!!!

Ugh!

My yard was, almost, free of snow. Today, it looks like this.

Gross. I know. After being teased a little with spring, mother nature decided to say "Fuck. You.". And I have to admit, she sure got us. For the very afternoon before the evening it started to snow, Danny put on our summer tiers. We were so thrilled, giggling with delight. Look who's laughing now.

Sister Wife Anyone?

I am confidant that I'm not the only one who's couch has looked like this at least once. Between Daniel and I, we can get the laundry washed and dried and brought upstairs (and yes it takes two of us to do this). The problem is, we then need a third person to fold it and put it away! Not only is this antime consuming task, it's also one we avoid like the plague. Why? I'm not really sure. No one wants to do that job though. Maybe we should take on a "sister wife" to get our laundry done! :p

Spring!!!!!

This morning I was out with the kiddos in the front yard (which is still mostly covered in snow). And you will never guess what I found!!!!! Yup! Grass shoots! It got me all excited, and thinking about the flowers I want to plant this year in my flower bed :):) ahhhhh I love spring!

Typical day

I thought this would make for a rather entertaining blog! So here goes! My day!

Did you have a good sleep?
Why do you always have to save your poo for mommy?
What do you what for breakfast?
How can you be hungry? You just ate!
how did you get apple down your diaper?
Who's stinky?
Can you please take your boots to the front door and wait in line nicely?
Why do I hear fighting if you are suppose to be standing nicely?
Who is still fighting?
Do you guys want to go outside at all?
Can we PLEASE just stand nicely while I dress Rowan?
Who threw that snow?
Who threw that ice?
Are we suppose to be throwing snow or ice or ANYYHINg at anyone? Who is still throwing snowballs?
Who's stinky?
Why don't we go eat some lunch?
Who wants peach yogurt? Who want strawberry?
Who can't make up their mind?
who's stinky again?
When you are done, can you please get in line to use the potty?
Can we all try to stand nicely?
Why is linden crying?
Who pushed ayeden?
How could izzy push ayeden when she is still at the table eating?
Can you go line at the gate please? Nicely!
who's stinky?
Who didn't flush?
Who was the last to use the potty?
Why do I have to tell you everytime to flush the potty?
How did you get down here?
When did you learn to open the gate?
Who is talking and not sleeping!
Who's out of bed?
Did you sleep well?
who's hungry?
Why do I heat chattering and fighting when you are suppose to have your mouth full eating?
Can you come say good bye to your friends?
What should we make for supper?
Why cant you just sit still and eat?
Who's stinky?
Do you want a bath tonite?
Can you help mommy clean ip the toys?
Why pjs do you want?
Can you go pick 3 books?
Do you need the potty one last time?
Can i have a hug and kiss good night?
Can you just close your eyes and rest your eyes?
What tine should I set the alarm for?
Are you ready for this all again tomorrow?

7 kids is crazy. But it sure is fun. And never a dull moment!

All About Rowan

What can I say about our little 18 monther?? Lots!!! He is getting so big, I can't believe he's my baby!!! Rowan is at my all time favorite stage. He's learning and becoming more aware of how the world all works. He is really starting to discover so many new things!! And I really enjoy watching him learn all about his world.

The biggest change in Rowan over the last 2 months has been his speech development. He has so many new words and is even putting a couple together. Just today he said "another Dora" when Dora ended on the t.v. I love hearing what he has to say. Ashlyn is enjoying having her little brother able to talk to her instead of just scream at her.

Rowan is our little monkey. He will climb anything and everything. Chairs, tables, change tables, couches, toys - you name it. If it can be climbed, he will! Though its pretty cool he has no fear of heights or falling - its scary for mommy and a pain in the but for me to have to watch him soooo closely when I have so many kids in my care!!

Another big change for Rowan has been his teeth. Just 2 months ago he had 6 teeth. Today, he has 11!!! And has more on the way. He has been miserable at times, cuttin so many teeth at once, but I am glad they are finally giving him a break. It was really bad at first. Then I got him an amber twethig necklace, and it seemed to help!! Any one with a cranky, teething baby - I highly recommend using one!

Rowan is becoming quite the little helper. He is never far behind mommy and daddy when there are dishes to in load or laundry to fold. We like to encourage him to do his part and help - but this usually ends up making more of a mess for us!!

Rowan is finally at an age where doing things as a family are getting easier and easier. He is better about traveling, and is starting to actually enjoy the things we do instead just making it more work than it's worth LOL all you moms out there, you understand what I am talking about :)

This summer is going to be so much fun with him. We are looking forward to rotary, the park, picnics, and walks. Can't wait!!!

Here are some pics of him for you all to enjoy!!