Day 152- Sick Baby :(

Vivienne had a really rough day today, she wasn't feeling well and her little bottom is so red.  Teething is a terrible thing.  Jackson was an awesome big brother and even gave her Mr. Monkey to hold for a little while.  She did take a really good nap on me today though so she was doing a little better this evening.  She went to sleep smiling, so I'll take that as a good sign.  Since I was working with a sick little lady today there aren't very many pictures, but you'll have days like that.

 No Mom- no Melmo- choo choo

He just looks guilty 

Feeding Vivienne a hamburger 

30 seconds of happiness, he was still trying to give her the hamburger 

(as you can see he's a persistent child)  I asked him to get Vivienne her rattle, forgetting it was in the pack n' play.  He somehow pulled at things until he got it, without complaint- awesome kid :) 

She had on no diaper to let her bottom air out and heal.  I put her on my shoulder to burp and she passed out.  Anytime I tried to move her she started to squeal.  Needless to say in the 3 hour nap, I was peed on- twice... but she did get some much needed sleep, being a mom is so glamorous  

Ready for bed with a bear and a smile :)

Day 151- 4 month stats

We had a rough day here.  Well, Vivienne had a rough day- Jackson was excellent. The teething poo has hit and her poor little bottom is bright red :(  Coupled with an upset tummy from the drool and then shots this afternoon, she was not a happy camper.  I finally gave in and gave her motrin so she could get some much needed sleep.  Jackson has been so patient today, as she has been pretty needy. He'd happily play by himself, read books to me, watch choo choo, get burp cloths, etc.  I'm really lucky to have such an awesome toddler.
Oh and Vivienne rolled over today, finally.  She went from back to belly and then flipped out b/c she was stuck on her belly and then wouldn't try again.  Oh well, she can do it :) We did have some good moments today and I loved how cuddly she was.  I just wish she felt better.  Hopefully tomorrow she wakes up refreshed and feeling good and the coconut oil does its job and her bottom is better.
Her four month stats (10 days late) are: 24.5 inches (31%) 15lbs 4oz (65%)
Looking back, Jackson was: 25.5 inches and 14lbs 14oz they aren't too far off, though clothing wise, I definitely see the difference.

Morning mama 

Little bit of Thomas time so Mama can do some homework 

 Vivienne lost her teether, so Jackson filled in

He had eggs EVERYWHERE 

Come on Joe! 

 Chillin' pool side

Talking to Bernie and Joe 

 Making a train

Here Mama- you play 

Nap time in the swing 

He insisted on using my fork or he wouldn't eat the strawberries 

Clearly, it's the little things in life 

Another brief nap- notice her camo band aids- true WV doctors. 

Day 150- How did it get so late, so soon?

It's really hard to believe that I was just adjusting to the fact that I was pregnant at this time last year.  Now I have a beautiful, happy, healthy four month old and a walking, talking, hilarious little boy- it seems like this year has flown by. Today was my last working day of the school year. We had a great day.  Jackson and I hung out at school with his new friend "goo goo" aka Jacob and Melanie.  It was nice to have fun with just Jackson. Vivienne was spoiled rotten at Ms. Brenda's.  We came home and had a great evening and both kids were out by 9:00.  So I've stayed up late talking on the phone and watching TV and NOT cleaning and NOT doing homework.  I'll get back on track tomorrow- whatever time we get up.  Hope all my fellow teachers out there have a wonderful summer!

Mama- mine baby 

Chilling out and chatting with us during dinner 

 Jackson liked his peaches a little bit

 and his veggies even better

 Or he just wanted a hat

She's too close to my car, must hide 

She fell asleep in the crib while I read Jackson Goodnight Train.  She slept in there like that for almost an hour. 

After she got up, "tricked you mama!"

Day 149- Garden

Tomorrow is my last day of work!  Until summer school starts at least, but Jackson is coming with me so he can play with Jacob and Vivienne is getting a day with Ms. Brenda.  We planted our garden tonight and Jackson was such a big helper.  He carried water over from his pool, dug holes, and filled in dirt around the plants.  He was having a great time.  Then a thunderstorm came on quickly and ended our fun for a while.  Jackson was furious with us that we wouldn't let him play in the lightning.  However, when the storm moved on he forgot all about it and went right back in the pool.
Vivienne on the other hand had a very tough day with her teeth.  It's strange, they don't seem to bother her until after that initial cut is made.  She woke up within 15 minutes every time I put her down today and it took me three tries to get her in bed for the night.  On a good note, she's getting more and more verbal, she let a few giggles escape, and when she was in a good mood she was a lot of fun. 

 Running away before nap time after another pool adventure when he was supposed to be helping dad out front ( I never really got the full story on this one)

Showing Vivienne how to keep herself busy while we plant 

 Bringing me water from the pool (This was his idea and he was so proud of himself even though there was only an inch of water left by the time he made it to the garden)

Using the big shovel 

 pouring dirt on his feet (he's just like mama barefoot and happy!)

 Planting tomatoes together- nice farmer's tan dada

 Trying to fill his bucket, upside down (I guess I'm not going to have to worry about that mensa application)

Getting ready for pepper plants 

 Running in the rain

Thunder 

 Being Joe Dog

Are you kidding me? 

Hanging on the porch swing

Day 148- Lazy Day

We had a pretty lazy morning, watching TV and playing with toys.  After nap time (which was only Jackson and was 3 hours long) we headed out to get the plants for our garden, get subway, and pick up a couple of things from Walmart.  Jackson loved jumping in all of the puddles at Crazy Harry's and Vivienne was happy to just hang out in the Moby.  At Subway Jackson ate all but one bite of meatball and an entire dressing cup full of olives- his newest favorite food.  Again, Vivienne was good as can be.  Then we walked around Walmart to get a couple of groceries and some teething tablets for Little Miss since her second tooth broke through last night. Jackson managed to get a new dinosaur and both kids were so well behaved.  It was so nice not to have to rush through anything because we had one kid or another too tired, wet, dirty, or hungry to go on.  I think we're finally getting to the ages that we can go out again lol.  When we got home Russell was unlocking the door and I was trying to calm a now hysterical baby who just realized she was hungry and tired when we hear a splash.  Jackson just jumped right on in his pool, with his dinosaur, fully clothed.  He just sat there smiling and I couldn't help but crack up laughing.  A great end to a pretty nice evening :)

 Checking out her big brother

Enjoying her cool teething washcloth  

Skipping naptime again 

Trying out the jumperoo- still too short to touch the ground 

splash! 

It was a little colder today after all the rain lol

Day 147- Sweltering Saturday :)

So it was a little toasty today, that means it was pool time!  Jackson, Vivienne and I started the day with a walk up to the Outback Cafe for breakfast.  They were both so good and so was the food.  Then we came home and played in the playroom until Russell got back from fishing.  Lunch and nap time followed (I snuck in a nap too!) and then it was swimming time.  Jackson had a ton of fun and Vivienne did not like the cold water.  I can't wait to take them to a real pool this summer.  It's late and I just finished homework so we'll make tonight quick.  A couple more hot days and then it's cooling off for the start of our summer vacation.

Play time 

She loves being spoiled

Vroom goes Jackson 

 Hi! I'm up to 5 minute tummy times before I pitch a fit lol

Holding toys now :)  

Jackson teaching her about the exersaucer 

Woah- cold! 

These can splash 

He decided to pretend to be Joe- it was hilarious and came out of nowhere 

That's my boy, I think he wants me to buy him a new hat