Update with Pictures...

I know, I know....long time, no post. We're always busy, with not a second to spare (most of the time). When I do have a minute, I just want to plop myself on the sofa!!

So just for a quick update...

Kaden, our 2-year-old toddler is now 30 pounds and quite a handsome little man. He is putting 2 and 3 words together with no problem, sometimes says an entire phrase, but he is the only one who knows what he is saying. He likes things his way and doesn't like to compromise. He loves to throw things (especially at Maddy, although not always intentional). He is very good to her though, gives her toys, bottle, blankets, actually anything that he doesn't want!!! He loves the pool on those rare days that it's even warm enough to go in. He sleeps a good 12 hours every night. Still likes to swat, but just us when he doesn't get his own way or is tired. He totally understands time out and does well with that form of discipline. He's not crazy about getting his picture taken, although we do manage to get a smile here and there. He loves to climb and jump which is probably the worst thing right now as we're afraid he will get hurt when he does a belly flop off the couch. There is no fear in this kid. He is definitely the light of our lives!!

Madison, our 9 month old baby/toddler. She is a bundle of joy. She is short and sweet, being in 20th percentile for height and 75th for weight. LOL....Just like me!!!! She sure does bring a smile to anyone who will give her attention and she has the cutest smile. She babbles constantly. She picks on Kaden, always following him around and wanting to touch him and pull his hair, hands, feet, or anything that she can. She is very mobile, not by crawling or walking, but by rolling and scooting on her belly. She can go across the living room floor on her tummy in a heart beat, but often times gets tuckered out and lays her head down for a split second before she is back at it again. She is not far from pulling herself up to stand and can definitely get herself into trouble. She loves to mimmick and does this well. She too, likes things her way. She does share her toys with Kaden, but I'm sure this passive trait won't last much longer. She still doesn't sleep through the night, gets up once between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. and then back to sleep for a few more hours. Loves her swing, hates her crib. She too brightens our lives.

So, I'm including a few recent photos of the dynamic duo!!!!

Spring - Easter Pics.....Need I say more!!!

Guess who is 6 months already???

Look at those beautiful eyes!!!

My cute kids......Short on words, big on pictures!!!

Jenna (niece) and Kaden's favorite cuz and vice-versa!!!

Cute!!!! LOL

Madison & Kaden....2009 Christmas Photo Shoot

Madison did well for the pictures, but on the other hand, Kaden was not at all impressed and had no trouble letting us know how unhappy he was. We were able to get some cute pictures regardless of Kaden's protest!!!!

Madison had a busy week (last week)....

Last week, was busy for all of us, but especially for Madison, on Tuesday, November 3, 2009, we had Maddy's finalization. This was almost one year to the day that we finalized Kaden's adoption (November 4, 2009). Both happened to fall on Election Day. On Saturday, November 7, 2009, Madison was baptized and what a blessed day it was!!! Here are a few pictures of these events plus a few others that I just had to post...

Kaden is 17 months old today....

Now what am I supposed to do?

So many pumpkins, so little time...

Doing the happy dance....

Ha ha, I just got away with kicking a pumpkin!

You call this a hat?

***

Kaden loves to cuddle, give kisses, rub noses, swat at things (and people), get into cupboards, slam drawers (on his fingers sometimes), climb up the stairs, take a bath, play outside and just play, dance, watch Elmo and Baby Einstein, steal his sister's binky and hide it, steal his sister's bottle and drink it (he's been off the bottle for 3 months now), steal his older sister's cell phone and hide it, grab the remote and try to get video on demand, look at himself in the mirror, be the center of attention and Kaden loves to eat.

***

Kaden doesn't like to take a nap, keep his shoes and socks on, go shopping (unless in a grocery store cart where he can see everything), and really that is all I can think of for now, but definitely, he is the cutest and happiest little boy ever!

Madison's 2-month well baby visit

Someone is getting so big....
Weight is 11.4 pounds (60th percentile)
Length is 22 inches (60th percentile)

Madison (AKA Princess Catherine)....

Can you even believe the Maddy is 2 months old today?? She goes to the doctor for her check up later this week, so I'll update on that later, but for now, she is growing like a weed, she has more rolls than the Michelin man, doesn't miss a feeding every 3 hours day and night. She's very alert and isn't afraid to tell you when she wants something or just isn't happy. Her pictures are funny, every other shot, her eyes are wide open, I'm guessing the shock from the flash, but it's too cute. She is cooing and smiling a lot, so of course, that makes us all smile. She has a head full of long super soft curls/waves. It feels like she has been with us forever. Other than sleep deprivation, I can't remember what life was like without her. We love this baby girl so much and count our blessings everyday!!!