Life is a Beach

We couldn't of had a more wonderful week together as a family as we did this week. It's exciting to think that this is what our future holds with our boys. Hoping that each vacation is lots of fun, but such a blessing to be together.

We went to the beach this week and it was awesome! We stayed right on the beach. Great accomodations (thanks to Nanna and Papa), great weather, great time together. The boys did fantastic. They played well, slept well, and had so much fun at the pool.

Each day Joshua collected shells (shelves is what he called them) on the beach while Dylan played in the sand. After lunch it was pool time followed by a nice restful nap. We took a few walks on the beach, made sure to watch American Idol (Go David Cook), ate each meal on our balcony overlooking the ocean, and the boys had to learn how to take turns when pressing the elevator buttons. It was soooo much fun!

Yes, it is always good to get back home and into your bed. With this vacation, considering how young the boys are, it was one that we could have actually stayed an extra day or two. We were there 7 days. If we had stayed any longer I think Scott would have forgotten what work was like. He is all about family time and made sure not to have any contact with work this week. Yippee!

Sprinkler Time

It was so warm the other day it was time to pull out the water table and sprinkler. The boys absolutely love playing with the water table but Mommy doesn't love having to change Dylan after playing with the table. Dylan doesn't understand the concept of keeping the water "in" the table. He'll just pick up a cup full and pour it all over himself. It is very sweet to watch him play. Joshua has the right idea and has alot of fun playing.

I set up the sprinkler beach ball that Aunt Jaime sent the boys for Easter. They loved it!! Dylan jumped in right away and Joshua enjoyed from a distance at first. They played forever in it and had so much fun.

Playing in the water has gotten us all excited about heading to the beach next week. I hope they enjoy playing in the sand and ocean.

Zoo Time

I'll start off by saying that this week has definitely been better than last week with the whole biting thing. We have just played more and tryed to stay active. Will this stop the fighting and biting, no. They will do that no matter what. I just need to continue to pray that God will give me the wisdom and patience to deal with the boys.

We made a trip to the zoo this week. I never carry my camera but our friend Peyton came along with us so it allowed me to get a few pics. The boys love the zoo. Joshua especially loves the snakes (yuck) and alligators. He is also really into the baboon. Dylan just goes along for the ride. We had a fun time. The weather was great and we actually went into some areas they we hadn't before. The butterfly exhibit was my favorite.

Brotherly Love

I guess you can say that it's been a long morning/day already. I caught all my mistakes in my last blog. For those of you who know me pretty well, I am a perfectionist. So it is driving me crazy when things aren't written or done correctly. Anyways.

"Brotherly Love" is the title for today's blog. You'll be able to tell from the picture of Joshua's arm why. Today I just really felt like I was at my whits end. Pretty much all morning they were ugly, unkind, and disobedient. Not only to each other but me as well. Dylan got frustrated with Joshua at the park and bit him. I mean BIT him. He attached his teeth to Joshua's arm. I felt so bad. It only gets worse as they get older doesn't it? Any advice would be greatly appreciated because I am really discouraged today. I love my boys and they are great. I just don't know how to deal sometimes.

New York New York

This past weekend Scott and I got a little time away. We took a trip to New York City. This was our 3rd trip in the time that we have been married. It was great!! We got to do things and visit places we hadn't on previous trips. We ate great, walked a lot, shopped, walked some more, and saw Bruce Willis. We took a walk through Central Park and were about to get on the train when we spotted him. I went into instant paparazzi mode and we actually somewhat stalked him through the park. Too bad my picture skills aren't anything to write home about. That's him on the left. Don't even get me started on how I missed the best shot ever and only got half of his body. It was alot of fun though.

Finally, isn't is funny how we as parents take trips with our spouses to get away from the children. Well, they were on our mind most of the trip. Just the thought of traveling with them in the future. How much fun it will be. Joshua is a big "M's" fan (M&M's), he would have definitely love the store in Times Square. So much to do with little time and not a whole lot of money. Things are so expensive, but this trip was worth every penny.

We of course walk the Brooklyn Bridge, again. It was awesome. I can never get too many pic's of it. The weather happened to be absolutely beautiful and warm.

Finally, we couldn't help but not get a picture of this sign in Little Italy. We have some friends that call Joshua "Cha Cha".

It's Official !!

Joshua is finally potty trained. We are so proud of him. It has been one week accident free. He has earned alot of stickers, gumballs, and new trains. The true test was this weekend when we went to Dorsey's (our neighbor) birthday party. We went to Kids Gym. They jumped on the trampoline, ran around, played with bubbles, and had alot of fun. He has done awesome! We never thought he would do as well as he has. He doesn't need to really be asked, he'll just go on his own. He's all grown up, not really.

Dylan will soon follow I'm sure. As quickly as he has picked up some of brothers behaviors, the potty is right around the corner. With Dylan being a big boy he will automatically graduate to the BIG potty. He probably won't fit on the little one.

Dylan carried those noodles around for 2 days. Guess he is ready for summer and swimtime.

These are the days of our lives

Just a normal day with putting stickers on your head, playing with puzzles, and using the potty outside.

Joshua has gotten into putting stickers on everything. The hard part is always trying to get them off. Thank goodness these page markers were easy to get out of his hair. It wouldn't have been a pretty sight.

Joshua is also getting into large puzzles. It has been fun to watch . He is also doing a "fantastic" job as he would say. Dylan of course just has to be right in the middle of all the action. They do play well together. Joshua is always hugging on Dylan. So sweet!

The potty has made its way outdoors. Soon we will hopefully master it. Until then we will do what ever it takes to not have an accident in our pants. At least he had his sunglasses to protect him from all of the glare.