Anyway, my summer has consisted of visiting some family, being outside (when it's not a billion degrees), and taking care of two cute (well I guess three..hehe) and funny boys (one who I believe is in the climax of his terrible twos). Jude is now 4 months and he's such a sweet baby boy. He's a completely different baby than he was the last time I updated. He's always liked me, but not anybody else. He finally likes other people and is so happy and smiley. And we are now on the 4 hour schedule/eating solids...which to me is such a wonderful thing. He sleeps great (three naps a day and 12-13 hours at night). I remember him being a newborn and I couldn't wait for these days...and now they are and yes I am so glad! I know...one day I will wish for those newborn days back..blah, blah, blah....but here's something I'm going to admit to you. I don't really enjoy the newborn stage...like at all. I mean I loved both of my babies when they were born...of course. But it's hard and exhausting...and they eat all the time and don't sleep at night. So, yeah...I'm glad when they get to the 3-6 month stage...it's my favorite. They are so happy. My favorite time of day is the morning. He acts like he hasn't seen me in weeks...he gets so excited. I just love it!
So, yeah...we believe Luke is at the climax of his terrible twos. Oh dear...it's been an adventure for sure. I really have to wake up and pray for patience to make it through the day. It's like one day Jude woke up and decided to be this wonderful happy baby and Luke decided he hated life and everyone in it. (a little exaggeration there) It's not horrible everyday but somedays, if you came over, I would beg you to take him. I know it's a stage and he will grow out of it...hopefully soon! But when he's not acting like a crazy person, he's probably the funniest two year old I know...really. He makes me laugh every day. He really does have Justin's sense of humor and I love it! And he's super smart. I can tell he's going to be one of those kids who love going to school and learning.
We got to take our first family pictures in Oklahoma last week and they turned out so good! Also, they were the first profesional pictures I have had made of Jude....oops. Oh well...I did get some of him in the hospital...so technically not the first. Anyway, my step sister-in-law took them...and she is so good. She's took several for us before, but I think these were her best she's done for us. Here's her Facebook page...go check it out. And if you live in or around Oklahoma ask her to take your pictures! Here are a few of my favorites, that I can't wait to get and put around our house.
Family
Sweet Baby Boy
Luke refused to put his hands anywhere near Jude....he loves his brother.
This is my favorite picture of Luke ever...he can be sweet. Also, you can get him to do just about anything when you bribe with skittles.
He's my best friend.
