Anniversary

Brian and I celebrated 4 years of marriage yesterday! I can't believe another year has gone by, and I love him even more every day! We went out to dinner last night, and we will get another night out together Saturday. All of this because I have the most wonderful in-laws ever!!!! Thank you Jeff & Charlotte!!!

Last week I had another meltdown from exhaustion and the babies actually stayed a night at their grandparents' house so that I could get a full night sleep. Well, it worked out beautifully and they have decided to take them Tuesday and Thursday nights for us, which is just awesome!! I have been able to catch up on sleep, clean the house, do laundry and even relax. I'm feeling spoiled right now as I know most moms of even 1 baby don't get this kind of time away.

Jack is still working on bottle feeding. He is averaging about 50% each day, which is good. We'll just keep working with him, and although at times it is hard, we will get to 100% and lose the tube some day. He is starting to gaze up at things and loves to do push-ups on someone's chest. I'm working on him to start tracking toys and people, and to start reaching for things. He has amazing neck strength and will probably learn to hold his head and sit-up before his big sister.

Maggie has started to learn the technique of self-soothing. She put herself to sleep yesterday and the day before while playing, and she has also learned how to play actively. She loves to stare and follow mommy's voice, and I think she will soon start reaching for her toys on her own. She still doesn't love tummy time, but isn't as angry every time we lay her down.

Both babies have been doing some good sleep stretches at night, just never at the same time. Each one has slept as long as 7 hours, it just seems like when one decides to do that stretch, the other decides they want to be up every 3 hours. Hopefully once we can get Jack bottle feeding better we won't have too much trouble increasing his volume, which will then help him to get more at night and sleep longer. For now, I'm just focused on keeping them healthy and strong. And keeping my sanity. :)

I also have to give a big Thank you to Aunt Lisa and Cousin Carol! Aunt Lisa has helped out with feedings and took great care of Wilma while the babies were in the hospital. Cousin Carol has not only made us some yummy dinners, but also has given us a swing and pack n play, that are getting great use. These babies are lucky to have such a great family that loves them very much!