Go Away Big Bad Flu Bug...

Will tested positive for the flu this weekend. Poor baby has not been feeling well, but when his fever is down, he flashes that smile and warms my heart. We are hoping that the flu bug leaves our home soon and doesn't bite anyone else.

Hello Toes! Hello Rooster!

Discovering his toes...

Stopped a moment to say hello to the rooster...

and now, back to the toes!

Jack's Intro To Rice Cereal

A Night at The Brandon's

Weeknights are pretty routine here at the Brandon house. Jarrod picks up Will from Dandyland (4:30pm), and I pick up Jack (5:00pm). Jack gets his bottle (5:30pm)and some cuddling. While Will wants some milk, a snack, and some Mickey Mouse or Nick JR on tv. Then Jack goes to the swing for a snooze(6:00pm) **thanks to Uncle Dave and Aunt Heather for loaning us their extra swing when Jack's quit working**, while Will pulls out some toys or asks to watch his favorite youtube videos on the 'puter. Then there's supper(6:30pm), and Jarrod bathes Will(7:15pm). I entertain Will while Jarrod gets his shower(8:00pm), and then it's bedtime for Will(8:30pm). After that, there's laying clothes out for tomorrow, washing Jack's bottles, and making bottles for the next day(9:00pm). Jack will need another bottle before bedtime. Then, we all go to bed (10:00pm). Whew! Time flies when you're having fun! Maybe that's why are nights go by SO fast?!?

A Renewed Perspective...

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Jarrod and I finally made it back to Sunday School this morning for the first time since Jack was born. And, I had this realization on my heart that I feel the need to share. Our lesson was on Chapter 5 of 1 Thessalonians, and verses 16-18 stood out to me. I focused on verses 16-18 while I prayed for Heather and David to be blessed with a baby, but today, these verses had new meaning to me. I have been complaining a lot lately about feeling overwhelmed and stressed out with juggling two little ones and work. And, you know, I'm am SO blessed to have these precious little babies, an amazing husband, a job that I love (most of the time), and a family that is here to help at a moments notice. I should be rejoicing for the endless blessings in my life. I should continually pray for even the smallest needs, and give thanks in ALL circumstances. When I think about how much negativity I've had lately, I am ashamed. God has blessed me with SO much more than I deserve, so I am going to be joyful and be thankful for even life's crazy moments.

Happy Face/Sad Face

This week at Dandyland, Will learned about emotions and facial expressions.

He drew a picture of a smiling face labeled Happy and a frowning face labeled Sad...

I asked Will to show me his frowny face and he did this....

Then, I asked him to show me his smiley face and he did this! And boy, does he know how to make this mama smile!!

Standing Tall

Will has been putting the stool that he got for Christmas to good use. He has been washing his hands and brushing his teeth at the sink like a big boy. Now, if we could just get him to only put HIS toothebrush in his mouth!

Welcome to my Crib

Jack spent some time in his (formerly Will's)crib today,

so he could get used to it. He isn't so sure what this lying in the crib stuff is all about.

So, he spent his time playing with his rattle and talking to an old familiar face...Glow Worm!

Happy Wednesday From...

Happy Jack!

Turn that Frown Upside Down

Jack is showing off his frowny face...

So, Jarrod gave him some tickling...

and turned that frown upside down!

SMILE!!!

Rub a Dub Dub, Two boys in a tub

Tonight, when I was giving Jack his bath, Will, as usual, came in wanting to "help." He likes to get in the big tub and make faces at Jack or throw toys in the baby tub for Jack to "play with." This time, Will decided Jack needed some company in his baby tub, so being the sweet big brother that he is, he hopped right in! They were so cute I called for Jarrod to come snap this shot. Will still had some of icing on his face from Jarrod's birthday cake that he'd eaten for dessert. Those Brandon boys sure like to take their baths! ;-)

Jack-a-roo, Jack-a-ROO

This precious angel is something else! He brings so much joy to my heart with that sweet little grin and those bright eyes. Jack is a talkative little fella'. He just lights up when anyone makes eye contact with him, and he'll start grinning and talking with his oohs, ohs, and ahs. I can't believe he will be 4 months old next week. I'm already starting to have those "this is my last baby" feelings of not wanting Jack to grow up. Oh baby Jack, you just make your mama's heart so full. Our little Jack-a-roo, Jack-a-ROO!!!