Spring lovin'

It has been gorgeous here lately and we have basically been living outside with walks, parks, baseball games, beach, and lots of naked backyard time. Wyatt battled a fever over the weekend so Robert and I took turns being outside with Hunter to keep him busy. Happy to report Wyatt seems to be feeling better now. 

Hunter is loving watering the plants, filling up Coopers water bowl, and playing with his water table. We have been enjoying lunch and dinner outside and the boys new picnic table has worked out great - perfect size! 

We had an ultrasound and got to peek at baby #3 - all is good! No hints as to whether it is a he or she, but baby is measuring right on track and even waved at the camera. Can't believe the baby already looked so big in the ultrasound and has grown so much in just a few short weeks <3

PG Living

We are officially Pacgrovians! I quit my job and am officially a stay at home mom (for now)!

It has been an exhausting move, as I worked up until the day before the truck arrived. Also, now we have two small kids, so that takes moving to the next level! But seeing the house come together has been fun and I look forward to slowly decorating and settling in.

The transition from being a working mom to a stay at home mom has been a learning experience. I am so used to a fast paced day with not nearly enough time for anything (including my kids) and my primary focus being my job. 

Now all eyes are on my kids, which has been really nice some days and challenging on other days. I am learning to walk slower, listen more, and get creative with activities! No reason to rush or be busy all the time. Sometimes playing trucks in the front yard for two hours or building towers in the backyard is just what we need. 

So far we have been walking everywhere! Coffee shops, dinner, sisters houses, beach trips, parks, Robert Down after dinner, and of course The Good Ol Days. Our location is awesome and we look forward to making memories here. 

14 Months - Wyatt

My meatball is 14 months old! He is such a lovey guy and so different from Hunter these days. I see the resemblance of them, but am seeing more differences as they get older.

Wyatt has the sweetest face, eyes, THIGHS, and hugs. He is intense and impulsive. He knows what he wants and he goes for it - food, toys, Hunter, etc. - when he wants it he gets it! There is something about him that has me constantly saying "aww" and giving him huge kisses on his fat cheeks. He is just so delicious.

-Wearing 18 months-2T (the boys basically share everything, except shoes)
-Weighs 26-27lbs
-Cruising like a maniac and has started standing unassisted - no walking yet though
-Likes: food, being held, sleeping, taking Hunter's toys, cruising, climbing, and being naked
-Dislikes: diaper changes, car seat sometimes, seeing someone's food and not getting a taste

Wyatt is an unpacker, he likes to take everything out of drawers, boxes, etc. (i.e. he was not helpful during the packing process!). He is a daredevil and loves to climb. He climbs the couch, ottoman, rocking chair, etc. Soon he will be the child that climbs the entertainment center and knocks over the tv.

In short, Wyatt will be the scariest toddler, but we love him. He brings us so much joy and makes me want a million little boys.

Cal Ave Trick or Treating

My yoga studio sponsors a big annual trick or treating bash downtown, so this year we took Spiderman for some trick or treating! It was so sweet seeing him dressed up and walking around like a big kid. At first he was very cautious and careful, but after giving him some time he warmed up. Eventually, he tried walking around by himself without holding my hand, and, well...there's no looking back now! He loved it. 

not so sure about this

sat like that for 10 minutes before touching a ball

there we go

big kid, taking a snack break on the curb

Today was a peak day in the parenting world for me. Fun and heartwarming to watch Hunter trick or treat with the big kids, but also to see him transform from a cautious baby into a more confident kid running around like crazy.

Lately..

So much love for my Hunter. 

He is becoming quite the kisser these days. Big, wet, open-mouth kisses. He also won't let go of my hand at the park. Soaking up on these little moments, as I know they are fleeting. 

Pumpkin Patch 2014

We took a trip to the pumpkin patch this morning to pick out some pumpkins and check out Webb Ranch. This is the same location where we buy our Christmas trees, just down the road. Webb Ranch does a great job of offering a ton of different things for kids (and parents!) to do during the holidays. For October - hay rides, petting zoo, pony rides, lots of different types of pumpkin picking, water bubble races (?), jump houses, etc. 

Hunter is a little weird about walking outside. He did okay at the patch, but had a fit earlier in the morning at the park. I'm not sure what it's all about, but maybe we've been carrying too much?! We slowly introduced him to the hay and pumpkins and eventually he kind of warmed up. He isn't so sure about dirt, grass, or bark and makes a funny face when touching it. I have a feeling after a few more weekends at the park he will grow out of this, but for now he is very, very cautious!

Anyway, it was a fun trip to the patch - next year will be a full family affair with two kids. See last year's trip to the patch here.

Sea Lion

Monkey