Carlie's 4 month Stats!

Carlie had her 4 month well check yesterday and we found out what we already know......she is chunky! Although plump, the doctor seems to think she is doing very well and told us to just keep doing what we're doing. We couldn't ask for a sweeter baby so I think we'll take his advice!

Weight- 17.22 lbs (95 %tile)
Length- 25.28 in (73 %tile)
Head - 16.75 in (90 %tile)

I was trying to find Sadie's stats at 4 months but only found her 6 month. Sadie weighed 18 pounds at 6 months so.....I think Carlie has her beat!

Our little Chunky Monkey!
Twins!

Carlie's Bumbo!

I finally broke down and bought Carlie a Bumbo. These became VERY popular when Sadie was born but I never found the need for one....maybe because I chose to hold her at all times. Carlie however, does not have the luxury of mom holding her all the time since Sadie requires too much attention. I get sad to see her laying on her play mat all day long...so this way, she can be upright and part of the action! She seems to really like this new perspective on life. Her neck muscles only allow her a few minutes at a time, but I'm glad I got it and I can now see what all the fuss was about!

Seriously!!! Couldn't you just eat her? So darn cute!

2 Year Stats!

Sadie had her 2 Year well check on November 9th. She is a very healthy and happy kid. Her vocabulary is above average and her height continues to be above average. The doctor said if she had to guess....Sadie will be about 5' 9 " or 5' 10"! Wow! I'm not sure where those genes come from.

Here are her stats:

Weight - 28.44 lbs (79%tile)
Height - 35.25 in (85%tile)
BMI- 16.09 (40%tile)

Sadie's Second Birthday!

Sadie turned 2 on November 6th. We had a Princess Party because she has been really into Princess movies lately. It was fun to get the house all decorated and we were sure to have a TON of balloons since those are her favorite things! Lets be honest...who needs presents when you have balloons?

Grandma B., Aunt Tami, Whitney, Aunt Rachelle, Uncle John, Jessica and Michael all came over for the celebration. Sadie opened her presents and then dived into her cake. She got a doll house and Snow White movie from mom and dad and Grandma furnished the doll house, Aunt Tami gave her an Aqua Doodle mat, and Aunt Rachelle gave her a really cute outfit.

It was a fun night but I must admit...it is true what they say about the terrible twos.....they kicked in that night and haven't left!

Princess cake for our princess!

Opening presents

Trying out the Aqua Doodle mat

Sadie's favorite thing about the dollhouse is of course....the toilet.

Blowing out the candles

Mmmmm....chocolate. That's the face mommy gets when she eats chocolate too!

Halloween!

Halloween was quite eventful this year. Last year was MUCH simpler with one who couldn't really do much but sit in her stroller and enjoy the attention. This year...with a two year old, it was a whole different story, but we survived. Sadie was a very cute Minnie Mouse and Carlie was a very cute...plump....strawberry. After getting all dressed up we headed over to the church for the trunk or treat event. I don't think Sadie really got the concept down...I got her to say "trick or treat" once and "thank you" maybe 3 times, we'll keep working on it. She was mostly fascinated that her mom was letting her eat two suckers at once. Anything to keep the peace!

I've never seen a cuter Minnie Mouse
The first of many treats that night! Sugar overload!

This is Sadie's friend Kade...it was fun watching Superman and Minnie Mouse walk off into the sunset together.

Our cute strawberry and Grandma B.

She was a very good sport!

Matching Jammies!

Sadie and Carlie have matching pajama's and I just had to get some pictures of them together in them. My favorite part of the night....clean girls in cute jammies!

Sister's and friends
Sadie takes after her mom....she is fixing Carlie's hair!

Oops!

Last night dad and I went Birthday shopping for Sadie and had Aunt Rachelle watch the girls. When we got home I went to give Carlie a bath and thought to myself...."wow, Carlie is really wet - her diaper is sagging." Well, once I undressed her I realized that her diaper was perfectly dry and that Aunt Rachelle had put one of Sadie's diapers on her. Size 5 versus size 2 -Oops! HAHAHA!

"Quit laughing at me!"
Miss saggy drawers!

What A Blessing!!!

It had to end....maternity leave is over and I returned to work last Monday. I'm trying to work 3 days and longer shifts which means that I don't get home until about midnight on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. I was worried because Carlie wasn't sleeping through the night and I wasn't sure if my body could take the lack of sleep. Well, miracles happen, starting last weekend Carlie has consistently slept through the night - she has been waking up at 7:30 and we try to get her down around 8:00 or 8:30....could we ask for more??? This has been such a blessing. Sadie did the same thing when I returned to work after having her, we definitely have been blessed with incredible girls! Not sure what we did to deserve them!

These were taken when I got home from work last night around 1 am.....so sweet.

Lagoon!

Sadie had her first trip to Lagoon. We left Carlie home with Grandma and just had a night out with Sadie, it was nice to give her our undivided attention again. Every year Nu Skin has their summer party at Lagoon. It is so nice because they rent out the entire park for the night and it is just employees and their family and friends.....no lines and no scary people. HAHA! She had a blast! She would cry after every ride because she didn't want to get off! We spent quite awhile there and then headed home, she was exhausted. I can't wait to take her back next year!

Sadie driving a car.....scary!

The family on the skycoaster!

Sadie's first amusement park ride!

Waiting patiently

Sadie on the train yelling....she wanted everyone to know she was on the train!

2 Month Stats!

Carlie had her 2 month well baby check up on September 22nd. Dr. Later walked in and said, "Well, she looks to be a good eater." That is the truth. She is cute and chunky and we wouldn't have her any other way!

She recently found her voice and will jabber away, mostly when she is sleepy. She is the most smiley baby I've ever seen, every time you look at her she gives you a smile that will melt your heart. To top it off she sleeps through the night most of the time. Occasionally she will wake up once but other than that she sleeps from about 8:00 to 5:00 every night. We have been extremely lucky to have two good natured babies.....we should probably quit while we're ahead!

Here are her stats:

Weight: 12.7 lbs (92 %tile)
Length: 22.1 in (40 %tile)
Head: 15.5 in (68 %tile)

Short and round.....just the way we like them!

Sadie testing out Mom's Shoes

This is the first video post with much room for improvement but it works for now. Already into Mom's shoes although she has been caught in my running shoes. For that matter, if there is a shoe...Sadie's foot will be in it. Guaranteed!

Pictures of Carlie

So Carlie is only 5 weeks old and already neglected. We have pictures of her but not a ton. Sadie however had a million pictures by this age. Now I know why I have no pictures of me as a kid....I'm the youngest. I TOTALLY understand now mom. HAHAHA! I'm going to try and do better but here are a few we did get.

I've caught her 3 times now sucking her thumb. It will be interesting to see if she turns out to be a thumb sucker. The poor thing had mits on her hands for the first few weeks of life because she kept scratching herself.....she may have just been trying to find her thumb!

So Sweet!

Carlie's Two Week Stats.....Late

These are a little late....only 3 weeks.

Head: 14.25 in (54%tile)
Weight: 8.22 lbs (44%tile)
Length: 20.85 in (69%tile)

Personality that packs a punch!

I know everyone brags about their kids...bla...bla...bla but I just have to say that it amazes me each and everyday how much personality Sadie packs. It truly is a blessing to have such a fun and happy girl in the house. She is quite the character who loves to sing and dance even though she sounds a little drunk while singing....hmmm...what is Nat putting in her sippy cup???

Sadie in B & W

It was a pretty hot weekend that kept us inside for the most part but Sunday the weather was much nicer so we decided to venture outside with the little ladies to enjoy the cooler weather. I got the chance to snap some pictures of Sadie and caught this shot. Very serious. For just $.50 a day you can feed this child.

Carlie's First Bath

Grandma B. came over to give Carlie her first bath. It is was so much fun to get her all cleaned up and smelling sweet. She cried a little bit but already has come to love bath time. The only part she hates is when you wash her face!

Bell Tower

Last Monday we all needed to get out of the house so Mike decided we should go up to the BYU Bell Tower and let Sadie feed the ducks and swim. It was a great idea! Mom and Carlie sat in the shade and relaxed while Dad and Sadie fed the ducks and played in the water. I believe that Sadie could spend a whole day there if we let her.....she had a blast. The best part is that she was worn out and ready for bed by the time we left.

This one was taken as we were getting ready to leave and had her wet clothes off.
Feeding the ducks!

This little duck got very daring and came close.

Exploring the rocks

More Pictures

Right after delivery

Dr.Judd

Carlie Mae King

Sadie meeting Carlie for the first time

Hugs for Carlie

Kisses for Carlie