Oktoberfest (sort of)

Last night we went to an Oktoberfest Celebration down the road from our house. We missed out on a lot of the fun because we showed up about an hour before the event was closing for the evening but we still managed to soak in a little Fall Fever. Cooper was able to say hello to Cody, the beloved pony that he rode back in July. He wanted to say hello but was NOT interested in riding him this time.

There was a live band that was playing everything from Celtic music to Janis Joplin. Oddly, they didn't play any German Folk-Oktoberfest type music. I've never been to an Oktoberfest without at least doing the Chicken Dance. I guess it's a good thing we didn't wear our Lederhosen.

2 Month Stats

Little C just keeps on growing. Last Thursday was his 2 month well baby visit.

Here are his stats:

Weight: 13lb 1oz 85 percentile (this is exactly what Cooper weighed at his 2 month visit)
Length: 23 1/4 in 65 percentile
Head: 39 1/2 cm 45 percentile

The poor little guy had to get 3 shots and Cooper was lucky enough to get his flu shot (poor kiddos). It was not fun at all watching both boys tear up and lip-curl-chin-pout-cry within a matter of a couple of minutes. Man, was I glad to get out of there. But I'm sure not nearly as much as the boys were.

Since Cooper was so brave, I told him we'd go to the store right after and get him a treat. He settled on some race car slippers which he LOVES. I'd been meaning to buy him some slippers so we went straight to the shoe section as soon as we got to the store. He was soooooo tickled with his Race Car slippers that we didn't even have to venture to the toy section (SCORE). I figured this could be his treat and he was totally happy (win-win). He has since slept with them (not on his feet but cuddled up in his arms) every night.

Here are some recent pics of the boys. I noticed after I uploaded these that it looks like Cruz spends all his time in his bouncy seat. I assure you that this IS NOT the case at all. The little guy likes to be held and as long as we're doing that, he's happy (for the most part). It's just hard to get cute pics (and go the bathroom, or shower, or anything else) while I'm holding him.

Finally giving some smiles for the camera (subtle ones)

Who me?

Coop's beloved Race Car slippers.

Grocery Store

Let it be known that today marks the day that I FINALLY went to the grocery store with the boys ALL BY MYSELF. We've been to the little market by our house but so far, I've been able to do my major grocery shopping by myself when Mark has been home. Since Mark will be gone for 2 weeks this trip, we finally needed to get some groceries and dog food. I forgot to stock up for my canine kiddos before Mark left. Once again proof that the poor doggies are definitely a little neglected.

How did it go? Well, Cooper was a super helper and Cruz was quiet and just checked things out the entire time. He kept giving me looks like 'what took you soooooo long Mom? This isn't so bad. Aren't I just the sweetest little angel?' Hmmmmmmm, it makes me a little suspicious about what's to come. Are the boys secretly conspiring already somehow? Make Mom think she can handle things first and THEN give her a reason to snap after a couple of successful trips.

I'm sure I'll have posts later on about devil children in the grocery store. Especially when Cruz is a little older and not a little chunky-monkey-baby-lump. For now, I'll remember this as yet another Mommy Milestone that I was terrified to scratch off the list.

In other great news: only 82hrs and 47 minutes until Mark get home!!!!!!

The Hood

Today was a beautiful fall day so Coop and I decided we'd give Cruz a little tour of the neighborhood. We headed out the front door and went exploring a bit. Cruz enjoyed it (while he was awake) and Coop and I enjoyed it as well. Walks are fun!!!!! And a great way to blow off some steam when you've had a little too much hyper-toddler-fussy-baby time. Our little tour did us all some good. We even got to introduce Cruz to some of our neighbors.

Mr. Turtle

Mr. Turkey

Look closely...the rest of the Turkey family crossing our driveway.

Come on Mommy.
I LOVE holding this kid's hand. I'll hold it any chance I get.

This is Coop's "I don't know" face after I asked him which way we should go.

Come on guys!!!

Cruz and I.

Cruz enjoying the walk. He wasn't very friendly with the neighbors either. He barely even looked at them. I hope they understood.

Month #2

Little C is 2 months old! What is our little 2 monther up to these days? He's giving us some smiles (FINALLY!) but unfortunately, he never seems to dish them out when we have the camera handy. He must be on to his mother and her paparazzi ways.

For about a week now he's given us a solid sleeping shift of 5 or 6 hours straight during the night. I'm not going to make a big deal about it just yet in fear I might jinx things. The timing of these wonderful hours is perfect since it also seems that his older brother has decided that he is entirely too busy to take naps. I'm holding my ground though. We are NOT ready to have no nap days (sorry Cooper).

I'm convinced that we have the Miracle Blanket to thank for these precious hours. It looks much like a baby straight jacket, but it really does keep the little guy from twitching and jiggin' around all night long. We used it with Cooper as well and really thought our boys didn't like to be swaddled at first. But after a little wiggling and grunting, it immediately zonks him out and keeps him from waking himself up with all his jerking. Currently, Cruz still sleeps in our bed in a co-sleeper and I forgot how much sleeping next to an infant is much like sleeping next to a guinea pig. Man, the poor little guy just never stops twitching and grunting thanks to his moro reflex mostly. The Miracle Blanket has made a HUGE difference. Hopefully we can continue to use it for a couple more months until he starts rolling over and becomes better at self soothing.

So that's what's up with Little C. Down the road when I want to remember what it's like living with a 2 month old, I'll remember that he smiles, sleeps in a baby straight jacket and gets cuter and cuter by the minute. Here are some pics to prove it.

I've Gotta Feeling

Here's a ditty for Daddy. A little Blacked Eyed Peas, Backyardigan Style. Mark is traveling for work for the next 2 weeks. Yes, we miss him already (he left yesterday) and no, I'm not going to boo-hoo on the ole blog about how I'm all alone with the kiddos. We will survive! This is how we've been passing the time while you've been gone Dad. We thought you might enjoy it (you might need to turn your volume up to get the full effect).

I gotta feeling from A Mendonca on Vimeo.

Perhaps the title, Stage Mom is in my future???? Coop, more hips, more soul....come on, show me some rhythm. Make your Momma proud. Work it, work it.

Hose Fun

Okay, okay, I'll admit it...I'm still TERRIFIED to venture very far with both kiddos. Therefore, we're stocking up on groceries as much as we can and making the most of things we have at home. Cooper doesn't seem to mind as he has become quite fond of his hose. I'm talking about his GARDEN hose people.

Just dive right in.

I'm not sure what he's listening to. Perhaps the sweet soothing sounds of nature.

Doing a little watering.
And more watering...........

Maybe it's time we start venturing out a little more.