Updates

Baby--29 1/2 weeks

Kicking and moving all the time, especially when I'm trying to rest.

Has found that wonderfully cozy spot behind my ribs to lodge his little feet.


Helen--17 months

Starting to say two words together. Said "Oh-ee's juice!" and pointed to Owen's cup.

After working for a few weeks on her second-year molars, is back to her smiley self again.

Learned how to pick her nose, following excellent lessons from her big brother.

Refused to get dressed last Sunday until Jason said her dress was pretty.

Got her toenails painted for the first time last week.

Owen--3

Learning to ride his trike. Would have it mastered on the straight runs, but loses momentum when he turns around to watch the wonky wheel on the back left.

Likes plain apple cider vinegar. We administered it to him by the dropperful as "Fussing Medicine," to put an end to whining. He brought me the bottle later, grinning and saying he wanted Fussing Medicine.

We're trying to work with his ma'ams and sirs. We were practicing at bedtime. I asked, Are you going to bed? He responded first Yes, ma'am. Then after a short think--NO! I asked, Do you want to wear your fire jammies? To which he replied, No ma'am!

Loves my new washer and dryer—a surprise from Jason. Laundry was the last thing on Owen's mind before falling asleep on Saturday night and the first thing out of his mouth Sunday morning. Mommy, need to start the dryer! Last week he sat on the floor with his popcorn snack, watching the washer and pointing out his fire jammies whirling inside.