Life Lately in Photos and Snippets
9.30.2014
Now that the busy adventures of summer have come to a close and I have a brand new camera (the Canon 6D!!!) to play with, I've been itching to get back to photographing our everyday lives around here. And with two crazy fun little boys, you're almost guaranteed a little lifestyle flair.
Lincoln Logs have completely taken over our living room. It's a new obsession for Jed, but I don't mind one bit. I actually enjoy helping Jed create new twists on the old log home, barn, or hotel. And don't forget some fences or else the animals will escape!
Words can't tell you how much I just want to wrap this little boy up in my arms and never let go. His smile, his enthusiasm, his imagination and zest for life are all simply contagious. And he loves preschool too. However, what also comes with Jed's sweet and caring personality is his need for routine. He is an extremely particular child. For instance, I once wrapped his untouched peanut butter and jelly sandwich in plastic so that Jed could possibly eat it the next afternoon. Ever since then, Jed insists on wrapping any shred of leftover food in plastic for later. "We have to put it in a paper bag!" he declares. "Jed, that's just crust. You won't eat that later, I know it." Thus, a battle ensues. Sometimes I give in and secretly throw it away later. And sometimes, in other circumstances, I have to explain that it's okay to do things differently. Hard lesson for this boy!
Levi has taken the role of obnoxious little brother quite seriously. He is very talented at destroying every log structure Jed so painstakingly puts together. It's his job. Sometimes I'm not sure how to handle this little monster. He's so different from his brother! Fortunately, I have a few tricks up my sleeve that seem to be working for now.
But, Levi is also a riot. He is a huge personality all bottled up in a tiny body. I catch myself laughing out loud multiple times a day as he narrates every detail of his life. The things he says are hilarious! I absolutely love scooping him up out of his crib every morning. Between those golden curls and big eyes, happy smile, and loud smacking kisses he so freely bestows on my cheeks, I'm a puddle on the floor.
I love both my little boys. Fiercely. It's a good life we have here and now.
^^These smiles slay me.^^
^^If you're ever over visiting, be sure to ask Levi to ride his strider bike for you. It is so fun to watch someone so short zoom around so fast and with such incredible balance.^^
Yes, we're potty training this week! So far, so good... but I'll give you the official word in a month or so. It really helps to have an older brother to show you the ropes and some advanced two year old communication skillz. Plus, this kid will do anything for candy! (He scales my pantry shelves to reach the candy I keep high up above my own head but hasn't even attempted to climb out of his crib yet. Go figure.) "Everybody come in here!" he exclaimed after tinkling last night. Along with three M&Ms, he also expects a standing ovation from the entire family every time he pees. Hahaha.
Lincoln Logs have completely taken over our living room. It's a new obsession for Jed, but I don't mind one bit. I actually enjoy helping Jed create new twists on the old log home, barn, or hotel. And don't forget some fences or else the animals will escape!
Words can't tell you how much I just want to wrap this little boy up in my arms and never let go. His smile, his enthusiasm, his imagination and zest for life are all simply contagious. And he loves preschool too. However, what also comes with Jed's sweet and caring personality is his need for routine. He is an extremely particular child. For instance, I once wrapped his untouched peanut butter and jelly sandwich in plastic so that Jed could possibly eat it the next afternoon. Ever since then, Jed insists on wrapping any shred of leftover food in plastic for later. "We have to put it in a paper bag!" he declares. "Jed, that's just crust. You won't eat that later, I know it." Thus, a battle ensues. Sometimes I give in and secretly throw it away later. And sometimes, in other circumstances, I have to explain that it's okay to do things differently. Hard lesson for this boy!
Levi has taken the role of obnoxious little brother quite seriously. He is very talented at destroying every log structure Jed so painstakingly puts together. It's his job. Sometimes I'm not sure how to handle this little monster. He's so different from his brother! Fortunately, I have a few tricks up my sleeve that seem to be working for now.
But, Levi is also a riot. He is a huge personality all bottled up in a tiny body. I catch myself laughing out loud multiple times a day as he narrates every detail of his life. The things he says are hilarious! I absolutely love scooping him up out of his crib every morning. Between those golden curls and big eyes, happy smile, and loud smacking kisses he so freely bestows on my cheeks, I'm a puddle on the floor.
I love both my little boys. Fiercely. It's a good life we have here and now.
