Well the boys were baptised. Their gowns came out great. When I got them I couldn't stop looking at them. The detail is amazing. I am thankful that my boys got to wear a piece of my wedding dress on their special day.
It's funny right after I got the dresses, I opened up the box to see what was left of my wedding dress. Basically the overlay and the bodice is all that is left. Of course I still have my veil too. It was bitter sweet to see my dress like that, but I reminded myself that it would have just sat in the box and collected dust. I am really glad I did it. I will be able to to give the boys their gowns when they are older, and hopefully when they have children they can use them for their baptisms.
Here are a few pics from the day.
Christian getting baptised
Zach getting baptised (he screamed the whole time)
4 Generations - My dad, gram, the boys and myself
The boys in their gowns Christian and Zach
Their cake. Yes they spelled Christians name wrong.
Now that the baptism was done, it was time to start focusing on me. It's time for me to get my butt in gear and get down, to what I like to call, my Vegas body. Now don't get me wrong it is not what you think. In 2006/2007 I lost 50 lbs and was the same size I was in High School. I am determined to get back there.
What am I doing? Yes, I am back on the Weight Watchers (WW) wagon, and now going to some hardcore Zumba 2-3 times a week. Now this isn't your typical dancy dancy Zumba. This class focus on giving you a workout. There are LOTS of squats, which I grunt every time I do them, but it is paying off. I am starting to slowly shed some weight.
So now enough about me. The boys have been sick. Zach got the croup about 2 weeks ago. If you don't know what it is, imagine what it sounds like when you hear a seal. Yes thats right a seal, that is how he sounded. The only way (besides steroids) to get rid of it is to have them breath moisturized air. So we would sit in the bathroom with the door closed, shower running and no fan on. We would sometimes get up in the middle of the night, stand in front of the freezer bundled in a blanket. Well he got over it, but unfortunately it is back, and we are working it out again.
Christian on the other hand, has a good cold and is miserable. I took him to the doctors because he had been tugging at his ears, and I was nervous he had an ear infection. Thank god he doesn't. He just has either discovered his ears or it could be part of the teething process.
Teething? Yes, I truly believe my boys are starting to teeth. They are both drooling like crazy. (changing outfits often) They are chewing on their hands, and they are getting spots (calcium deposits) on their gums. Zach is loving a cool teething ring. You can also feel bumps on both of their bottom gums.
My babies are growing up quick. The boys will be 4 months old next week. I can't believe it. Time is going by so quickly. Here are some things they can do now.
- Christian can roll from tummy to back.
- Zach has rolled from back to tummy twice.
- They both can hold their heads up, and push themselves up with their arms while laying on their tummies.
- They are starting to grab for things and play with a few toys.
- Both are doing belly laughs with big smiles
Even though it is all exciting, sometimes it makes me sad since they are getting so big.
Here is a 3 month picture of the boys.....
I have to write about some of the sadness that has come across my path over the past couple of weeks.
Ryan and I met a wonderful couple in person on our honeymoon, Emily and Sean. Well they found out they were pregnant with triplets. It was a great journey for her. We would text often about her progress and since I had some what of an idea what she was going through, I could give her advice. Well sadly she delivered her babies at 20 weeks, her cervix just couldn't hold up. When I got the text, I remember my mouth dropping, and I immediately began to cry. I felt somewhat guilty because I was able to carry my multiple pregnancy.
I am so thankful to read her blog, and how strong of a woman she is. I do not know if I could be as strong as she is. Every time she updates her blog she amazes me. She has her bad days, but that is expected. For all of you that read this, I ask that you say a prayer for her, Sean, and the baby angels before you go to bed.
With that said, I am going to go. I am hoping that the boys actually sleep longer tonight, but only time will tell. Mama needs some sleep. I will update after their 4 month appointment next week. I wonder how much they will weigh?
