Jane

My Helmet Head . . .

I just love him . . . .

My Max

I am not a photographer. The pictures I have of Max do not even compare to my dear friend Amy who takes amazing pictures. I am always envious of the pictures of her children. She was so sweet to come over and take some pictures of my Max. This means so much to me. Here he is-my little baby-I am beyond proud. This kid has me wrapped around his little finger it's ridiculous. There is something magical about number three. I have been so structured with Jane & Henry, making sure they are well taken care, on schedule, etc. The thing I missed was how fast this first year goes. When Max was born my Mom gave me one piece of advice, "Just remember, this is Max's year." I have tried to do just that. Every time I think about doing a task over the top or making something bigger then it should be-I have stopped and remembered just how fast my babies grow up and have not wanted to take anything away from him. It puts a lump in my throat to think that he is already 9 months old. Because I have taken the time to stop and hold him and stare at him whenever my heart desires I feel like I love him that much more. I didn't know a baby could be as sweet and easy as Max is. He has been pure joy for our family. He is always smiling and lighting up our home. Life doesn't get better than this.

Max the Trax . . .

Max was about 3 or 4 months here. I love how chunky he is. He was born the smallest and turned out to be the biggest. It is my favorite thing.

My Boys

Trying to get Bobby to pose for a picture with me is nearly impossible.

When I was a little girl and I envisioned my future family- I always had this image of girls in matching clothes. Instead. . . . I got matching boys! I had no idea how much I could love a little man, or men for that matter!

Max the Trax . . .

This is a little plastic bin that the kids toys go in. This is the life of the 3rd child. Max flaps his arms when he eats, and is starting to get a serious opinion about what is for dinner. Today he tried yogurt for the first time and screamed so loud every time there was nothing in his mouth. This is as good as it gets.

Bobby

Some of my favorite things about "Bobby":

• self proclaimed Bobby for one year and then decides he doesn't like the name anymore
• he won't let you brush his teeth or put him in the car if you have gum in your mouth
• won't let you kiss him if you have gum/lipstick/chapstick on
• hates a mess/won't let anything be out of place in his room
• "last day" = yesterday
• loves to fight anyone, anywhere
• prefers a mohawk but no lotion in his hair
• has had the same black toe for over a year
• stuck in Jake's body with a Gardner personality
• Has two imaginary friends named "Goga and Soshee." they are always with us.
• "what's that smell?"
• the love of my life!!

Party at Grandma & Papa's/Trunk or Treat

Halloween Festivities