Colby's new caveman look...

We were admiring my friend, Stacey's, pictures of her son, Landon, who is a big fan of the caveman look. After seeing the pictures Colby decided he wanted to try it too - he did this all on his own! I was laughing so hard I could barely take pictures. Colby thought he was quite the cool dude!

Snuggle Time with Daddy...

Life with two very active little boys does not involve much snuggling time therefore we have to maximize it when it does happen. Here is a rare moment that was captured on film...

The Powder Obession...

A few months ago the boys had a terrible diaper rash and my friend, Angie, suggested we try baby powder. There began the obsession. Colby asks for powder every time I change him, he also wants me to put some on Chasey. Jason is convinced it must feel pretty amazing and has asked me to powder him so he can find out (which has and never will happen!).

What a boy...

Colby discovered his nostrils and how perfectly his finger fits inside...Nice...

Christmas Decorations!

The first year Jason and I were married we spent Christmas in North Carolina. I barely put up any decorations because I was so sad to be away from home. The second Christmas we were in Colorado so we put up the tree and a few other things but not much. Last Christmas we were in transition, living at Bob's house out of suitcases. So this Christmas I am going all out. It feels like our first Christmas because we actually have stockings up, our ornaments out. Opening the boxes felt like opening up Christmas presents. And to see the boys excitement with it all has been so fun. I was ready to put up decorations the week after Halloween but because of Jason I had to wait until last week. The boys had a blast! Here are a few pictures...

Breakdancing Lesson 101

Anyone who knows me knows that as soon as I found out Colby was a boy I made plans to enroll him in breakdancing classes. Chase apparently got the message and was trying out a few new moves in preperation. He even started a little lesson for Colby....

Snowy Sunday...

We had the second pretty good snow of the season this last weekend and we decided to let the boys get a little taste of Colorado winters. Of course by the time I got Chase all bundled up he wasn't able to move so he just layed on the floor and cried. (In one picture you'll see Colby laying with him, what a nice empathetic brother!! Of course he leaned down to empathize and ended up falling over and he couldn't get up either! It was quite a laughable moment!). It was pretty windy and really cold and Chasey hated wearing all the snow gear so he really didn't enjoy it very much. Colby did pretty good. He LOVED shoveling but after 15 minutes or so he was too cold and didn't put up a fuss when it was time to come in! Overall I've learned that it takes 4 times as long to get the boys bundled up into snow gear as the time we actually spend outside. I think I'll just wait till they're potty trained to try that again! :D Just kidding!

The Rocking Horse That Never Gets Old...

My mom saved the rocking horse she got for me when I was a little girl. The boys have now discovered it and it has become a favorite toy. Here is Colby taking the horse out for a ride...

Two boys in the crib...

Here are my two monkeys jumping in the bed. They love bouncing in their cribs and when we go to get one boy up the other wants to get in the crib so they can jump. Hours of entertainment! One of these pictures made me laugh outloud because of the crazed look on their faces. They are wild boys!

Happy 234th Birthday Marine Corps!

As any Marine or family member of a Marine will tell you, today is the Marine Corps 234th Birthday. To all of those who have served in the Marine Corps and those who actively serving...Happy Birthday Marines! Thank you for being 'The Few and The Proud'! Our country is lucky to have the United States Marine Corps to protect it!

And to my most favorite Marine, Jason - I am so proud of you and love you so much. Thank you for showing me what the Marine Corps is all about. You are my hero!!!

In honor of the Birthday we dressed Colby in his Marine shirt that matches Jason (sadly Chasey outgrew his Marine shirt!). Here are a few pictures of the boys. Colby was VERY sleepy in these pictures but still was able to put on a happy face for the camera.

Little Bookworms...

Usually when the boys are too quiet I stumble upon a giant mess or other 'adventure' they've found themselves in. However, on this day...they were reading stories like little angels. Colby absolutely LOVES the 'If You Give a Mouse A Cookie' series (in the pic he's reading 'If You Give a Pig a Pancake') and Chase has recently discovered (and attained the attention span) for books. I'm hoping they will continue their love for reading!

Happy Boys...

The boys and I were hanging out one afternoon and having such a wonderful day, they were so happy and content. One of those days I find myself constantly thanking God that I get to be a mom to these two wonderful boys who have changed my life in so many incredible ways. God is so good! Here are some happy faces to hopefully help you find yours...

Family Pic...

We decided to attempt a family picture. I was also hoping to get some of the boys, they had other plans however...Colby developed an intense case of photography fear (where that came from, I have no idea! Especially since I almost always have a camera in my hand!). He would not let go of Jason's leg the entire time. We tried bribes of trick or treat candy and even THAT didn't work. He ended up in tears within minutes. Chase was super fussy the entire time. The photographer kept asking me, "Do you think he'll sit here, with his legs out this way..." I just looked at her with a blank stare and set Chase down and within miliseconds he was off, crawling with a speed I've never seen. Of course he ended up in tears too and I was sure the entire session was a waste but we ended up with a really good family pictures and pretty good pictures of the boys too! I of course ordered the largest size of the family picture that they can sell because I'm sure it was a lucky break! Here is a little preview of the picture, it's not great because it was scanned in but you can get the idea...

Poor Chasey...

This week has been really tough on Chasey. He has had a fever, a cough and has been getting in 4 giant molars (all at once!). His eczema has been worse than ever and he just feels crappy. He's been very fussy and uncomfortable. I gave him a bath (which he usually LOVES) and he screamed the entire time. His voice was hoarse by the time we were done. Jason took Chase so I could get Colby's teeth brushed and within minutes he was passed out (at 6:45!). He was so sleepy he didn't even realize Colby was kissing him. Thankfully that was last week and this week is much better. He is my wild, happy little man. The only nice thing about him being sick was it's the only time he'll snuggle, he's just too busy when he feels good!

Halloween Candy!