boys

 

 Boy's will be boys.  I love it all.

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Even the sweat...yes that is ALL sweat.

 All the fort building,

legos

and trucks. 

 I'm not sure what I'll do when they no longer line my house.

 They make me proud----Boston's art piece got chosen to be hung in the hallway at school (very top),

 Bring TONS of laughter

  And even though they tease and fight at times (this is our new punishment to help stop some of the teasing---CHORES)

 They will then do stuff like this to make your heart smile.

Most importantly, they really do LOVE each other....so much so that Hudson puts up with Boston's crazy sleep habits when they want to sleep in the same bed at night.

ncaa finals

Boston had been obsessing over the NCAA playoffs.  Like literally OBSESSING. 

So when a friend said he had two extra tickets to the Finals, we took them off his hands to surprise Boston.

Boy, was he surprised.  Kent checked him out of school early and we told him the great news.  To say he was excited is an understatement.  They made a quick day trip to Dallas to Cowboy Stadium.

 Although Boston didn't have UConn OR Kentucky picked for the finals, that didn't stop his excitement.

I can guarantee that smile never left Boston's face. 

We were all cheering for UK but even though that didn't turn out, I'm pretty sure he had the time of his life (although he was completely exhausted--and so was Kent--the next day).

helping a sister out

Back in early April, I was talking to Kari and had found out her pregnancy had taken a turn for the worst (yes, she is pregnant---yay!).  She was terribly sick, couldn't keep a THING down, was rapidly loosing weight and was put on an I.V. drip and the Zofran patch (she was diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum).  I experienced that for a few weeks during my pregnancy with Boston and was MISERABLE so I could somewhat relate.  With her husband traveling like crazy, I decided since I had a free week, Hudson and I would head up to Dallas for the week to be her nurse.

I was basically there to cook, clean, take Krew to and from school, watch him and then most importantly TRY to get Kari to eat and drink.

I was super proud of her one day when I got her to go to Kristin's house for a bit.

 That evening, Hudson and Landry (they are bff's) did not want to leave each other so I told Kristin I would take him with me back to Kari's to spend the night. 

These two really are the cutest buddies.

 Hudson also enjoyed the week of time he got to spend with Krew.  And I know Krew enjoyed the company for a change.

 When it was time for Hudson and I to head back, we decided to give Kari AND Brandon a break (poor Brandon has been stuck juggling many roles the last little while) and take Krew back to Houston with us.

 Which just meant MORE play time for these two cousins.

I'm so grateful they live so much closer now and not all the way in Utah so it's easier to help each other out in these situations.  Now let's just pray Kari gets healthier and baby continues to grow big and strong!!!  They've been wanting this little baby for awhile!!

st patty's

I know I always say it but I love holidays.  Any reason to celebrate and have fun I'm completely down for.  I'm usually pretty on top of holidays (most the time) but when Boston came down on St. Patricks Day completely disappointed that we didn't have our annual "green" breakfast with Lucky Charms, I realized this pregnancy has official taken over.  Will my mind continue to forget things or be too busy to remember little things like this when baby #3 makes his arrival?

We made the most of it after that and wore our green and then ate our traditional yummy GREEN dinner (minus dessert---this chick was exhausted nor had time).

Let's hope I get it together better NEXT year.  Sometimes I wonder why I start certain traditions when it gets too difficult to a) remember them all & b) keep them up.

Here's to remembering our GREEN breakfast NEXT year.

Happy St. Patty's

dakota

 On March 11, 2014, little Dakota Jean finally decided to make her entrance into the world (she now shares a birthday with her cousin Charlie).  She was 10 days past due and after 18 hours of labor she was delivered via c-section because she was just too big to get out.  

Sweet little girl.

We're so happy for Kelli and Tanor.

And we're SO excited that little Dakota finally broke the 7 year streak of BOYS in our family.

Welcome to the world!

withers visit

Back in March, Kristin and the family came down for a visit during their Spring Break.  I was attacked by the flu earlier in the week (flu+morning sickness=BLOWS) so it put a little damper on the plans sadly.  Thankfully, after a day or so of them being here, I felt a little better to get OUT.  

I really didn't want to miss Boston's opening day baseball parade.

 Go WHITE SOX

 Then we had crazy chaos for lunch at Freddy's.  I usually LOVE this place when I'm NOT pregnant.  Total bummer that burgers make me want to vomit.  Kristin's good friends the Heaths live just down the road from me so when they come in town, their girls are VERY happy to get together.

 On Monday, we checked Boston out of school (it was THEIR spring break not our's) and hit up the Houston Livestock and Rodeo.  We love going every year and I'm pretty sure we are now pro's.  I will say, the more kids we are having the bill is going up more and MORE each year.  These boys might have to tone down on the amount of rides ridden...

We also went back for round TWO of muttin bustin.  Last year, Boston did awesome and loved every second.  They only allow 5 & 6 year olds to ride who aren't over 55 lbs.  Well, they weighed Boston in at 56 lbs and told him no.  His face was so distraught that the lady felt so bad and asked special permission to let him ride.  He was on cloud nine when they said YES!  So Charlie had his first ride and Boston had his second and both did amazing!!!

Charlie not only was the BIRTHDAY boy this day but he also scored FIRST place.  That kid didn't let go...even when his sheep ran into the big herd of sheep.

First and second place!  

Both these boys were so proud they wanted to put their t-shirts that they won on right away.

The rodeo was GREAT. 

 Always a success and never a disappointment. 

 It was so nice sharing something fun like that with our cousins. Pretty sure everyone had a grand time and no one wanted to leave (minus the parents).

Between rodeo, parks, play, jump houses, restaurants, celebrating Charlie's birthday and more, the time with them went TOO fast.  I may have landed myself back in bed being sick the day they left but that doesn't mean we don't already miss them.

hudson

I finally took Hudson to the doctor for his 3 year check up.  Having morning sickness really has NOT made me want to do any more then I really HAVE to get done.  

His THREE year old stats:

Height: 38 in 60%

Weight: 35 lbs 75%

This boy lights up our home.  He keeps me busy but when he says "mom you wan play wif me" its hard to resist without feeling guilty.

Thankfully, he's very independent and that has paid off with this pregnancy.  He's very good about finding ways to entertain himself (which can also mean trouble).

It kills me when I find all his cars lined up (and organized into categories).

He's got quite the imagination and wants everything to get muddy, go over bumpy hills or get parked in the garage.

Like most boys, any chance he gets to go outside, he takes it.  He loves to "ride" his bike and thinks he super big because of it.

 Slowly but surely his food options are expounding.  He's been very stubborn about what he eats but little does he know that he gets his stubbornness from ME---I win every time.  He either goes to bed hungry most nights or winds up eating.  I was OVERLY happy one day when I was snacking on some veggies and he climbed up and started eating some too!  I can't say he ate a TON but he tried everything (and spit a few right back out) so progress is progress.

One night while Kent was working late, I was SO sick and he kept getting out of bed.  I was over it and just didn't want to deal with it so I let him be (especially because he was being so quiet).  When Kent got home later that night, I told him to just check upstairs because I was pretty sure Hudson had come out of his room but I hadn't heard much from him.  This is what found all wrapped up INSIDE my maxi dress asleep.

 If this boy is tired and missed a nap, he will fall asleep if you give him a little down time.  I love it.

We also had another phase of potty regression when it came to POOP.  Oh it was NOT fun.  It seemed like it lasted an eternity especially because morning sickness and cleaning up poopy underwear DOES NOT MIX.  I'm glad we stuck it out though because now he's a PRO.  Let's pray it stays that way!

Hudson says some funny things sometimes and I need to record them so I can always remember:

  

Just yesterday while we were in the car he said, "Mom, church is wike jail!" 

He always tells me when talking about baby bro, "Mom, baby Grace in your stomach?" Baby Grace is his friend Cooper's little sister---I think he's confused.

When he wants me to hold him, sometimes he will pause and say, "Mom, a baby in your stomach?" to which I reply, "Yes." Then he looks at my belly and says "I okay.  I just hold your hand mom"  Apparently, he's a little nervous about squishing his little brother.

boston

After having a broken collar bone for about 6 weeks, Boston finally got the clear to finish up basketball season.  He was READY to play.

 Kent helped coach with our good friend Jason.  We had such a fun little team mixed with some of Boston's football friends and some of his church friends.

 We gave him $1.00 for every shot made.  Let's just say this kid did well for himself this basketball season.

 At school, it was that time of year for the dang Boosterthon Fun Run.  Last year, Boston was totally pumped about this thing and I knew this year he would be the same way.  He was SO determined to get pledges for his laps because those little Boosterthon promoter people always push and push and PUSH those kids to get pledges.  Usually, we ignore the fundraisers when they come home but with this one....its just easier to say yes (plus it makes Boston happy).  We showed up for his run and he was determined to run more laps then he did last year (48).

 This kid is so determined.  It kills me.  I think he ran 52 laps.

 We was DEFINITELY proud of himself.  We were proud of him too.

As soon as basketball ended, Boston's first season of t-ball started right up.  He's never cared to play t-ball before but this year he decided to try.

 I've got to say, these kids look freaking adorable in their uniforms.  We had an opening day parade and the boys thought they were SO cool getting to ride in the back of the truck and throw candy to everyone.

Between school, sports and his social life, this kid keeps a pretty busy lifestyle.

12 weeks

Here's the 12 week belly shot.

I'm terrible at belly shots and always think I'll get better.  We'll see how this go around turns out.

This belly definitely popped earlier then the other 2 boys.  They say that's what happens the more kids you have.  They also say morning sickness goes away around 12 weeks.....I'm proof with ALL three boys that this is not a fact.  Although I'm not throwing up, I still have to eat CONSTANTLY to keep myself from being so nauseous (and of course with that NOTHING sounds good).  I'm still tired and probably hit the sack by 10 at night which is SO not my style.  I'm already sleeping horribly with hip pains.  These babies kill me I tell you.  The good news is that I'm 3 months down and 6 more to go!