Catching Up!

We've had a busy week here and I've taken over a hundred pictures - probably the usual for us in a week, but it feels like there was a lot going on. Andy had his 3 year doctor's appointment this week (a little late) and checked out great. No shots so it was an easy visit. He is 39 inches tall and 34 pounds exactly. That's 78 and 72% respectively, so he's about where he has been in visits past! He answered all of the doctor's questions and she was impressed that he is potty trained. We've got Jack's 1 year appointment coming up next week - it'll be good to get that done with, because I believe he does get shots :(

The boys have been busy enjoying some nice weather outside - lots of running around, playing at the sand & water table, and going to the park. Today we went to Highcliff State Park and went for a 2.5 mile hike. Andy did awesome - he hiked the whole way on his own, and had enough energy to run around at the playground there for another half hour. He was in a good mood the whole time which was so much fun. He and I were "hiker buddies" so we held hands the whole way - lots of rocks and roots that we had to look out for so he didn't trip. Chris had Jack in the backpack - and Jack also did really great. We thought he would sleep the whole time since we went around his nap time, but even though his eyes did get heavy, he just babbled the ENTIRE hike. He was the most talkative one of all of us! It was a beautiful, fun day. We went out to eat at Panchero's (like QDoba) afterwards and then headed home. The boys both took a great 2 plus hour nap... so nice!

We then took the opportunity to put together Jack's new Little Tikes Playhouse outside. After some struggle in the assembly phase, it was finally done. Andy had more fun with it than Jack did, but it's something that Jack will definitely get to love as he starts walking this summer. I didn't get pictures of that - will post those later. Jack has become quite the little climber - climbing on all of Andy's chairs and then sliding down. He also continues to put everything in his mouth - corn on the cob, sand, toy pieces etc. Other random things this week: Jack has started to go right up to the TV during the Intro of Backyardigans and dances along, Andy & Jack did great at the Y during our volleyball game this week - no sitter needed, and we also got the boys to take a long nap at the same time yesterday - enough time for me to go for my long run & make dinner. Jack has started to say "Nigh, Nigh" when we're getting ready for bed and telling him good night. Andy did great at soccer practice yesterday too. We had a productive weekend! Looking forward to another great week.

Riding Tandem

Jack was riding on his rocking dog one evening this week, and Andy thought it would be fun to climb on too. This made Jack think it was even more fun :)

Grandma and Grandpa Graham Come to Visit

Last Sunday, Jack and Andy got a visit from Grandma and Grandpa Graham. We had a relaxing day - just hung out for awhile until Jack woke up from his nap and then went to Red Robin for lunch. Andy and Jack both had a great time, with Andy eating only french fries and carrots and Jack eating anything he could get his hands on :) They both got balloons on the way out and then Andy got to pick out his free ice cream sundae from Cold Stone Creamery for a belated birthday treat!
Andy wanted to finish up his computer game before lunch.
Grandma Graham and Jack

Andy trying to make Jack laugh

A goofy Andy

Just woke up from nap...

Jack and Mom
Grandpa Graham and Andy

Silly brothers

Trying to get a good picture :)

Haircuts, soccer, and outside!

We've had a great weekend so far. We started it off with haircuts for all of the boys, including Chris. Andy got his hair buzzed - it looks really nice on him plus it's good for the summer when it's warm outside. No more worrying about bedhead! And Jack got his first haircut. Just a trim, because I think his still looks good a little bit longer. I didn't get pictures at the haircut place because i forgot my camera - but that's ok, he wasn't really in the picture taking mood at the time. He started out really well (m&m's were working great as a bribe) but then he realized he wanted to be done, when we were only about half way through. But Jack was a trooper, and now looks very cute - we can see his ears again!

Andy had soccer on Saturday morning with Chris. He wasn't too excited about it at first, but he got into it after the first 15 minutes. Hopefully next week, he will be even more excited to go. It takes him a little bit to get used to new activities, as we've learned from tumbling and swimming. But he had an awesome soccer player's outfit that Chris had picked out for him in China, so at least he was dressed the part! Jack and I went out for a jog while they were at soccer, and that was great. It was about 70 degrees and I got a nice long run in while Jack napped in the shade. The rest of the day on Saturday we mainly played outside - went for a walk, went to the park, and just enjoyed the weather. Andy ate outside at his new picnic table! Today is in the 40's and rainy so I'm glad we took advantage of the weather :)

Short hair for the summer!
Jack with his new haircut - not quite so shaggy :)

Trying to push the stroller at the park

Andy was jumping across the sand - practicing to be a long jumper!

Working on those walking skills - still hanging on to things for balance.

Brothers, sitting together outside...

Andy was pretending that he was sitting in the sun at the beach! He's my kind of guy :)

Jack didn't mind crawling in the grass

Andy in his soccer outfit

What a beautiful day! We're ready for summer :)

Checking out some grass and leaves...

Eating some lunch outside at the picnic table.