I have sat here looking at the blank computer screen for a while, wondering just how I start this blog, thinking of what I should write, and crying. Tears of happiness remembering all that has happened this year and the joy that Keaton and Bronwyn have brought to our lives, but also tears of sadness; my babies are a YEAR old! After high school the years started to go by faster, but when you have kids it seems as if you blink your eyes and a year has gone by. That makes me sad. I've just sat and watched them alot this month. They are becoming more independent by the second. This too makes me sad. But I see them growing in to happy, healthy, beautiful children. That makes me happy. I marvel at just how amazing they are, I love them so much.
About a month ago Ryan Jones (Uncle Ryan), who is by far the most talented photographer that I know and is the man who documented the twins day of birth, did a family photo session of the Allen four. It was hot and the kids weren't in the best mood, but Ryan worked his magic and he got some amazing pictures. Thank you so much Uncle Ryan for all that you have done for us. We love you so much!
We have been to the park a lot this month. They like to go on the swings, Keaton more so than Bronwyn. We lay a big blanket down in the shade and watch them as Keaton ventures off into the grass and Bronwyn crawls all over the blanket, not wanting to touch the grass. The last time we went to the park she finally realized that the grass is not going to hurt her, and went off the blanket. We love spending time outside, the weather has been perfect!
Keaton and Bronwyn have taken after their mommy and daddy... They love music and dancing! We play music a lot in the house and they really enjoy it. They are both cruising along the furniture. I'm sure walking is right around the corner. Aunt Debbie and Uncle Dale got them an activity walker for their birthday. They walk all around the house with it, looking so proud that they are so big. They are really starting to play with each other. The tent is a great place to hide. Keaton chases Brawny around the room and she hides in the tent. He always finds her and they giggle and scream at each other, so thrilled to have one another. It is really cute. They both stand at the windows looking in to the backyard and yell at the dogs when they bark. We're pretty sure they have learned this from us. It's hilarious. We started giving them their baths out of their seats, so they are free to play and splash with each other. It's a little scary for us, but they seem to enjoy it. At the end of the month we started noticing that when Keaton does something and gets are reaction from one of us, Bronwyn will copy him to get the same reaction. Our Brawny girl is very observant.
Bronwyn is turning in to such a big girl. She will stand on her own now. No steps have been taken yet, thank goodness, I'm not ready for that yet. She loves playing in the car seats. She climbs in and out, from one to the other. I watch her and wonder to myself, "What is she thinking about or pretending to be?". I think she is going to have an amazing imagination. She has really started talking a lot this month. Not any words just yet, but she is getting close. She points at everything and loves looking at pictures and reading books. She likes to cuddle, on her terms of course, and loves pillows.
Keaton is growing in to such a big boy. He loves playing with doors and door stoppers. He has gotten himself stuck in rooms a few times because he shuts the door and can't get it open. He will walk while holding on to someones hands. Playing in the kitchen is his favorite thing to do. They found the Tupperware cabinet, that is only one we don't have a lock on, and they pull everything out and play with it on the tile. Keaton scoots, throws, and bangs the Tupperware on the floor. He might spend all day in there if I let him. Keaton gives hugs and sometimes kisses if you ask him, but he is all boy!
My first official mother's day was awesome. Nate surprised me with the new white Iphone. Now we can face chat during they day on his lunch hour. The kids get a kick out of it, and love seeing their daddy even though he isn't really at home. Bronwyn smiles and giggles and Keaton crinkles his nose and smiles too. Technology is awesome, especially this. Seeing his face is so much better than just hearing his voice (though that's good too). They love their daddy, and so do I.
Well, the next blog will be after their first birthday party. I still cannot think about it and not get teary eyed. A year ago our lives changed for the better. We left the house a family of two and came home as a new family of four. I know many of you are wondering if we will make it a family of five.... Not any time soon (if ever). Right now, our life is perfect, just the four of us. I can't imagine my life without these two amazing miracles, and I can't remember life without them; except for getting more sleep, working, having more time to myself and with Nate, and dreaming of the day that my life would be exactly what it is now. My dreams have come true; I married the man that God made just for me and I have the two most amazing children that a mommy could ever ask for. I am one lucky girl.
Happy First Birthday to our wonderful children. Mommy and Daddy love you so much! As always, thanks for checking in on our little family. That's it for now, enjoy the TWO slideshows for this month!
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Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Monday, May 2, 2011
Month #11
11.... Nate's favorite number, but not when we are talking about the age of our kids. One more month and Keaton and Bronwyn will be an entire year old. It's funny to think what we were doing a year ago. I was on bed rest, washing clothes, sanitizing everything, getting the nursery ready, sleeping in, taking naps... WOW! How life has changed. I don't remember the last time we slept in, or took a really good nap. Though I do miss those things, I wouldn't want go back to what my life was a year ago. Children change you; for the better. Sleeping in doesn't compare to the moment every morning when we get to go in and see our sweet babies for the first time that day. We look forward to this time each and every day. Walking in to be greeted by a big smile and burst of excitement just to see us. And we are so lucky because we not only get this feeling of so much love once, but twice! Keaton and Bronwyn make us utterly happy!!!
This month was FULL of new adventures, milestones, and memories. So much went on that I will let the pictures do most of the talking. To start the month off I took them to daddy's work, it was TWINS day, so taking them to visit seemed very appropriate. His students gawked at how darling they both were in their matching navy blue outfits. I also took them to big hat days with both grandma's and Auntie Jennifer. It was hot, but lot's of fun.
This month we had Daddy home for a whole week! I treasure this time as a family, and it makes me look forward to summer so much. Having him home just puts a smile on my face. During our break we went to the Zoo for the very first time. They liked it as much as 10 month old babies could like the Zoo. Truthfully, they were more of an attraction than the animals. They loved the elephants and Giraffes. They also had their first Easter. The Easter bunny left baskets full of fun things for them; toys, books, snacks, and clothes. Dressed in their Easter outfits, we had brunch with Nate's family, and that afternoon they participated in their first Easter egg hunt with my family. The Easter bunny filled their eggs with puffs and yogurt bites. Yum!
Keaton has had a very big month! He is crawling (forward), pulling up on everything, and wants anything that he shouldn't have. He now stands in his crib and "talks" back and forth to his sister. He loves standing and holding on to my hands and walking. His first tooth appeared on the first of the month. He has just the one, but I am sure number two will come through soon. When we feed him he slaps the spoon, which is full of food, out of our hand. So, we have to hold his hands while we feed him now, or we will end up with sweet potato down the front of us. He is a BOY! Now that he is mobile, he is so much happier... he always has a smile on his sweet little face. We love him.
Bronwyn is our busy little bee. She started off the month with getting sick. It was so pitiful. She just sat with me all day. Thank goodness she was only down and out for one day, Keaton really missed her company. She has started clapping. It is so cute. Once someone says, "YAY!!!" she claps and has a huge smile on her face. Speaking of smiles, she now has six teeth, which she has used on her crib. I went in their room after a nap and her face and jammies were black. She had been gnawing on her crib. Great! She loves looking out every window in the house, and if you come over you will probably be greeted by a smiling Brawny face in the window. She enjoys batting beach balls all around the house. This keeps her busy for a little while. She is BUSY, and becoming more independent every day. We love her.
Keaton and Bronwyn both wave bye-bye now. Again, so darn cute! They love reading books, music, and dancing. They enjoy exploring the house together. The dog door is fascinating, crawling under the kitchen table chairs is an adventure, and pushing toys around the house is pretty fun too. They have tried all sorts of new foods; cheese, zucchini, yogurt, and ice cream just to name a few. They have really started playing with each other. Sometimes not so nicely, but they are best buds. They really do love each other, and we love them so much. Our lives are non-stop and hectic, but I enjoy every moment!
Like I said before, I'll let the many pictures do most of the talking this month. So I hope you enjoy them. As always, thanks for checking in with the Allen four! Until next month...
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This month was FULL of new adventures, milestones, and memories. So much went on that I will let the pictures do most of the talking. To start the month off I took them to daddy's work, it was TWINS day, so taking them to visit seemed very appropriate. His students gawked at how darling they both were in their matching navy blue outfits. I also took them to big hat days with both grandma's and Auntie Jennifer. It was hot, but lot's of fun.
This month we had Daddy home for a whole week! I treasure this time as a family, and it makes me look forward to summer so much. Having him home just puts a smile on my face. During our break we went to the Zoo for the very first time. They liked it as much as 10 month old babies could like the Zoo. Truthfully, they were more of an attraction than the animals. They loved the elephants and Giraffes. They also had their first Easter. The Easter bunny left baskets full of fun things for them; toys, books, snacks, and clothes. Dressed in their Easter outfits, we had brunch with Nate's family, and that afternoon they participated in their first Easter egg hunt with my family. The Easter bunny filled their eggs with puffs and yogurt bites. Yum!
Keaton has had a very big month! He is crawling (forward), pulling up on everything, and wants anything that he shouldn't have. He now stands in his crib and "talks" back and forth to his sister. He loves standing and holding on to my hands and walking. His first tooth appeared on the first of the month. He has just the one, but I am sure number two will come through soon. When we feed him he slaps the spoon, which is full of food, out of our hand. So, we have to hold his hands while we feed him now, or we will end up with sweet potato down the front of us. He is a BOY! Now that he is mobile, he is so much happier... he always has a smile on his sweet little face. We love him.
Bronwyn is our busy little bee. She started off the month with getting sick. It was so pitiful. She just sat with me all day. Thank goodness she was only down and out for one day, Keaton really missed her company. She has started clapping. It is so cute. Once someone says, "YAY!!!" she claps and has a huge smile on her face. Speaking of smiles, she now has six teeth, which she has used on her crib. I went in their room after a nap and her face and jammies were black. She had been gnawing on her crib. Great! She loves looking out every window in the house, and if you come over you will probably be greeted by a smiling Brawny face in the window. She enjoys batting beach balls all around the house. This keeps her busy for a little while. She is BUSY, and becoming more independent every day. We love her.
Keaton and Bronwyn both wave bye-bye now. Again, so darn cute! They love reading books, music, and dancing. They enjoy exploring the house together. The dog door is fascinating, crawling under the kitchen table chairs is an adventure, and pushing toys around the house is pretty fun too. They have tried all sorts of new foods; cheese, zucchini, yogurt, and ice cream just to name a few. They have really started playing with each other. Sometimes not so nicely, but they are best buds. They really do love each other, and we love them so much. Our lives are non-stop and hectic, but I enjoy every moment!
Like I said before, I'll let the many pictures do most of the talking this month. So I hope you enjoy them. As always, thanks for checking in with the Allen four! Until next month...
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