MOM’s Fund Raiser

Sandy has now joined the Mom’s organization, literally. She has become a member of “Mothers Of Multiples”. This is a support group that provides education, support and encouragement to mommies who had their children in bunches. Activities include playgroups, mom’s night out, guest speakers and rummage sales. These sales not only allow the mothers a great way to clean out their closets, but they raise funds for the organization. The one dollar admission cost goes to the club while each member keeps the proceeds from her articles sold. Today Sandy sold two-thirds of her inventory and pocketed $145 cash. This is easily the most successful sale we’ve had and the most fun.

Imagine seeing their new back teeth

Have you ever tried to photograph a toddler’s back teeth? Neutering a cheetah is easier and about as cooperative. After weeks of trying, this is the best shot we could get. If you have been reading the blog over the last few weeks you know we have been addressing the side effects of cutting more teeth. Each boy has three new molars standing proudly above the gum now, but we can’t show them to you. We verified these teeth through a scientific procedure we call baby bird feeding. Sandy will hold a spoon full of food above their heads and when they hold their heads back and open their mouths like baby birds she looks inside for any new teeth. Unfortunately, they’re too smart to allow us to photograph them in this position, so this is the best shot we have.

Birthday Benchmark Photo – 15 months

The boys are now one and a quarter years old. The rapid physical growth they experienced in their first year has gradually diminished, so we no longer felt it necessary to weigh and measure them every month. In fact, today is the first time in three months that they have been measured. Surprisingly, both boys have grown exactly one pound six ounces in the last 90 days, in spite of Benji’s 1-1/2 inch growth spurt to Davey’s ¾ inch increase. Benji weighed 26 lbs even and measured 32 ½ inches while Trey Davey tipped the scales at 26 lbs 5 oz and taped 32 ¾ inches long. For 15 month old boys, Benji ranks in the top 14% and Trey stands in the top 9%. Benji rates in the top 28% for weight and Davey in the top 24%.

Who needs Guitar Lessons?

Having never seen a music video, or a live rock band perform, or even photos of any guitar heroes, Trey Davey seems to instinctively grasp the antiestablishment attitude of this music genre. No one had to suggest the idea; he just got naked and started dancing on his own. This first guitar was a gift from our friends Lisa and Al Bell. It plays a rocking version of “Old McDonald” on loud or louder volumes. The boys can add their own guitar solo touches by pushing the green button and farm noises by pulling the blue “wammy bar”. Both boys love music and this toy has become a favorite. We hope they will continue to appreciate music and learn to embrace clothing.

Let’s Party You Boxes

Excuse me but have you seen any boxes? My brother and I are two wild and crazy guys who love to party with boxes. We chase boxes of all kinds, but especially those with big open tops. You know, we have this big blue pad where we play many games. In fact, we are playing one for our favorite games right now that we call box hunt. When we find the kind we’re looking for, we put our best moves on them. So many times, my brother and I have played this game very successfully. We live for boxy fun! Where are you boxes? Come out come out wherever you are. You too could have many good swinging times here, which you would enjoy a great deal! Hey you, boxes, don't miss out on the fun with us, because we are two wild and crazy guys!

Making the cut

Daddy Dave is not an impulsive buyer by nature, but when I saw this toy lawnmower; I just couldn’t resist. When I moved into this house almost ten years ago, I noticed my next door neighbor’s baby son Zack practicing his mowing technique on my backyard lawn with a toy lawnmower very much like this one. By the time he was eight years old, he began mowing our lawn regularly. He is now twelve and will likely leave our employment in six years when he goes off to college. Judging by our smart sons’ instant recognition and demonstration of this toy lawnmower, Zack’s replacements should be trained and ready for yard duty when the time comes.

Love Seat Levi

Cousin Levi Edds was visiting his paternal Grandparents this weekend, and they came over to visit our house this Sunday afternoon. He was a little board at first because the twins were napping but able to keep himself entertained with their toys. Trey Davey and Benji were a little cross when Daddy Dave woke them up early to come play with their cousin. Each Grand took a boy on their knee to comfort and upon seeing this Levi wanted a boy on his lap too. Davey happily slid from Grandma’s lap to Levi’s, and seeing this fun, Benji wiggled off Grandpa’s knee to climb on the love seat with the others.