Phone Photo Fun

Not necessarily of our wonder or our mundane, just a few pictures from the in-between...

 

 

 

Rocking With My Girl

A chair.

Thrifted.

And worn.

But fully able.

We rock, back and forth, back and forth.

And rock out our own little memory.

 

We HEART the State Fair!

September starts my and Jeremy's favorite time of year. Not only because the changing of the seasons is absolutely beautiful but also because the cooler nights beckon cozy fires and encourage bowls of hot green chile stew and buttered tortillas. September also means State Fair time. A chance to walk the fair grounds, grab the once a year Indian Taco and Funnel Cake, and check out the variety of farm animals, rides, and exhibits. And that, my friends, is exactly what we did today.

While mom and dad preferred green chile corn dogs, the boys noshed on Slush Puppies and kettle corn...

And although there were White Tiger shows, dogs jumping off docks, giant horse mascots, traditional Native American dancing, horse shows, vintage cars, acrobatics, carnival rides, and live music...the ABSOLUTE highlight of the day was the petting zoo. I tell ya, sheer delight, that $2 Dixie Cup of animal food brought us today. I guess it really is the simple things.

Ben getting friendly with the cow.

Brave boy, just reached right in there!

A.B. not lovin it so much (and mom trying her best to encourage her boy by rubbing that cow's nappy head)

Ben was absolutely beside himself feeding the goats. I wish I had a video camera because the laughter was totally contagious :)

Not even a little afraid!

A.B. feeding the goat-still a little unsure though.

This sheep was SO much bigger than Ben! He was totally unaware though. He just kept laughing at his hand being licked to death!

Hungry little goats!

I'm sure they haven't been fed in like 30 seconds!

They were practically coming over the gate to get to our food!

FINALLY our big boy let go of mom so he could pet this mama goat! Just in time to leave!

What a lovely time AND a lovely time of year! Yay for Fall!

Ben and Abe's First Year Video

This is the slideshow that I made for the boys' birthday party. I'm warning you that it's not for the faint at heart! It's eleven minutes of sheer Ben and Abe bliss! So in case you don't have the time (or desire) to watch the whole thing, at least watch the beginning and reminisce on what those wee babes of mine used to look like~

Turn up the volume!

River of Lights

This year we went to the River of Lights with Mimi and Poppa, Aunt Staci, Cousin Evie, Uncle Nards, Auntie Manda, and Uncle Chris. The Deuce had a good time riding nice and cozy with mom and dad and looking at all of the twinkle lights. It's was a whimsical night complete with decorating the family Christmas tree when we got back to Jeremy's parent's house. My favorite part; however, was just strolling with Jer and having my baby boys so close and happy to be in our arms. It just doesn't get any better than that.

The whole gang
Our little "Ralphie" bundles with mom and dad
Mom and Benjamin

Everyone's excited to have made it to the end! It was after 7 by the time we made it through and the boys were WAY past dinner and bedtime.

Memories

Last year at this time....

• I was huffing and puffing around the mall "trying" to Christmas shop. I had to stop numerous times for water breaks and bathroom shops. I was measuring 37 weeks and wondering what I was thinking the whole time.

This year...

• I am done with Christmas shopping and I bought as much stuff online as possible. Are you kidding me? Take two babies to the mall?!?!

Last year at this time...

• I bought my FIRST pair of Merrells because my back could no longer handle the strain of my belly in heels. I vowed I wouldn't wear them after the pregnancy.

This year...

• They are my favorite shoes. Ever.

Last year at this time...

• Jeremy and I would talk about all that life would be like with 9 month old twin babies.

This year...

• We know, and it's better and crazier than either of us could ever have imagined.