So I know I don't post much but I think most people understand! I remember starting this blog when Harrison was around the Henry and Charlie's age. Something about the first birthday just makes you want to preserve every memory by writing it down and what better way than a blog because you can share with the other people that love them?
Their birthday party was very special. The 3 great-grandmothers were there, all the grandparents, some of our closest friends, and even my relatives from New Jersey who happened to be visiting in Texas at the time. I didn't lose control like I did with Harrison's party (no photographer, ponies, or strange small animals to pet!). But it was just as great of a party. I think I will throw these less crazy parties from now on so that people can just spend more quality time with the boys! Although I know before too long they will take charge of what these parties will be! Especially Harrison, my mini me! :)
A couple of weeks ago, I started having the nagging feeling that it was time to take these boys on by myself (i.e, no part time nanny). I think part of the reason is that the boys are so mobile now and can all play together. This is so exciting for me - to see them play and have fun together. But it also gives me a break! They can play and I can actually sit down in a chair sometimes! I really gave it some thought to make sure I could manage all the everyday situations on my own and came to the conclusion that I could. Its kind of exciting to take on this big challenge and everything has been going well. I even ordered this stroller (see picture) so that I can take them shopping, etc. Although I love my other stroller and its been so great for our morning walks, this stroller can actually fit in my car without disassembling it!!! This stroller is going to give me freedom to leave the house without help. I also attached pictures of their party and a family picture from our recent trip to Jamaica.
The boys are moving along in their development. This is when all the fun begins! I think the second year really is the most fun. They are doing so many new things and the tantrums haven't started yet! :) Charlie will climb anything! He can even climb up Harrison's bed slide- this is a big slide!!! He takes after his daddy with the climbing. His mom tells me horror stories of Adam yelling at her from the kitchen, she would walk in and he would leap off the refrigerator. (thank goodness my fridge is built into the wall!) He is such a determined little thing. He doesn't stop until he gets what he wants. He catches on very quickly. We gave the boys an electric ride-on car for their birthday and he instantly figured it out and was just cruising around the house! He can stand and clap his hands. He is saying a few words - mama, dadda, duck, yay, wow, yeah, and hello. Henry is so sweet and sensitive. So very cuddly and he gets his feelings hurt very easily. He is adventurous with foods and is readily trying new solids. He is superman strong like he has been since the day he was born. Shockingly strong. Although he crawled first, he isn't showing as much interest as Charlie with the walking. But he loves to cruise and crawls all over the place. Although I initially thought Henry would be my firecracker and Charlie would be the chill one, I have since changed my mind. We shall see!!!
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