5 Months

Layla isn’t quite 5 months yet but these pictures were so cute I just couldn’t wait. 

Sunny With a High of 75

It finally feels like fall outside!!! Which means I need the largest pumpkin spice latte around STAT. The weather has finally been cool enough to go on some adventures. 

We went to grandma and grandpas house and picked up some delicious vegetables. We also played with every toy around and made sure to wear grandpa out. I don’t have any proof because I didn’t have my phone with me but you can take my word for it. 

We also went to the zoo with friends. I was a little apprehensive about taking both chicas (How do I take Lily to the bathroom while Layla is in a giant stroller? What if our friends want to stop while I need to keep the girls moving? How am I going to feed Layla if she gets hungry somewhere around the zebra exhibit?). But it all went really smoothly. 

Some days I’m all like, “Yeah, I totally got this whole parenting 2 kids thing.” And then other days I don’t get to shower until 4:30 pm and we have tortillas for dinner...just tortillas. Luckily Lily doesn’t mind because thinks any circular food is “pizza.” #winning

Happy Weekend

Happy weekend!! Hopefully you have something awesome planned...like a nap. We are planning to do some tummy time. Tiny Chica is discovering that tummy time isn’t always terrible. It’s probably because she’s been getting more practice. When I turn my back, Lily likes to roll Layla on her tummy. As a result I try to never turn my back. 

In other news, Lily Girl has almost completely mastered potty time...even when we aren’t at home. It’s kind of a big deal. Now we have to tackle night potty training. But not today. Definitely not today. And maybe not tomorrow either. 

Oh, and one last thing. Have you ever had a birthday cake shake? They’re pretty delicious. It tastes like birthday cake batter in a cup...without the frosting (and hopefully without the salmonella). Layla was pretty bummed that she couldn’t have any. I can’t say I blame her. 

Have a fantastic weekend!!!

4 Months of Fun

It’s been 4 months of fun with this little muffin!!!

At Layla’s 4 month check the doc said it’s time to give her some real food (what??!!). I know, I know...she’s only 4 months. But the doctor suggested, and even encouraged, starting solids, especially the ones that can cause allergies (eggs, wheat, peanut butter). Can you believe that? Guess I should break out the biggest bibs we have and start pureeing some peas. 

Layla is getting better at napping and sleeping. She dropped down below the 1st percentile in weight. It’s probably because she’s only been getting up once or twice a night to eat. I’m not worried about it. I’m sure her percentile will increase when she discovers french fries and ice cream. 

She’s working on her rolling skills and is experimenting with putting everything in her mouth. Lily is really great at helping Layla put things in her mouth...which isn’t always really great. 

We love our little Layla Bella!! Happy 4 months chica!!!

Pictures

Pictures...because they're cute and you can't stop me. 

When toddlers "help" in the kitchen...

Man, there are lots of crazy things going on in the world! Hurricanes and earthquakes and crazies shooting off weapons and such. It makes me love these cute smiles even more. 

Sometimes when you're going for a walk, you just have to take a break...especially when it's 90 degrees in September. 

And when the sun is too bright, you can get out the umbrella for a little shade. 

Or, if you prefer, you can stay inside, take naps and work on licking everything within your reach. 

Either way, we're safe and happy. And we are praying for those who aren't. 

Don't let the cute picture fool you...this little string bean has been playing a game called "Cry All Night." Let me tell you how the game works. Step 1: cry all night. Step 2: fake everyone out by crying all day too. This is currently my least favorite game and I'd really like to stop playing. I'm not sure what's happening. Maybe she's getting teeth? Maybe I ate something and she wants me to know she really hated it? Maybe I accidentally picked up a tiny monster while I was at the grocery store the other day? Not sure. But I'm tired. 

In other news, we watched the Chiefs the other night. Did you catch that game? It was a good one, if you are a Chiefs fan. If you're a Patriots fan, well, why are you even reading this? I'm pretty sure I don't know you. Stop creepin on my fam and go eat a sandwich. 

And now, for your reading pleasure, I'm going to include a segment called, "Things I've Said to My Toddler."

"No!!! Do not try to ride your sister like a pony!"

"Stop patting Layla's head with your foot. (5 seconds later) Stop patting Layla's head with your toes. (3 seconds later) Just stop patting Layla's head!"

"Listen, I know you love her but she is not your Layla. Other people can love her too."

"Oh. My. Goodness. Do you have applesauce in your eyes?!"