Staircase Hike

We've been trying to get out and explore where we live a little bit more on Saturdays. So for this last Saturday family outing we drove to the Olympic National Park and did the staircase hike. My friend who has a son the twins age said it was an easy hike and her two year old walked most the way. So we did it. And had a great time.

Kev was so great to pack us a picnic and the twins had a great time eating their lunchables.


Zac was excited to be carried by Daddy for a change, he had so much fun looking at everything.


Gracie was on my back in the ergo and Ty was leading the way.


This just makes me laugh, Ty was seriously growling. At least he was looking at the camera, thats a start. This ledge scared me because there was a sharp dropoff and Ty went right to it.


And now he is laughing because I tickled him trying to get him to smile.


It was the most beautiful day and absolutely beautiful scenery.


We thought this huge rock was so neat. A great family picture stop, if only my kiddos would smile.


Ty was such a trooper! He walked the whole way, 2 miles roundtrip. I was so proud of him. At the beginning of the trail you cross the bridge over Cushman Lake to start the trail and once we got to the bridge on our way back, Ty through up his hands and said "All Done". It was so cute as if he had been working toward that goal the whole time. Thats when he jumped in Daddy's arms and rested his head. He was tuckered out.


It was a very, fun family outing. We are so grateful to live in such a beautiful place. It meant a no nap day for us, but it was worth it to have so such a great time together.

Gracie Girl

I haven't been great at blogging about the twins since Zac was born. Mostly due to the fact that they don't pose for me and want nothing to do with the camera. Well actually they would prefer to be behind the camera taking the pictures. So I wanted to do some catch up.

Gracie and Ty are still best friends, however they know exactly what make each other mad and often times will do just that. On occasion Gracie has been known to take things mostly toys that she knows Ty wants and she will go throw them in timeout or other places where he can't get them. I have found many of Ty's toys behind our loveseat in the corner. Of course she loves her brother like nobody else too and when Ty is crying or having a difficult moment, Gracie is quick to say "Ty sad" and bring him his comfy bunny. People always comment on their special connection and the way they communicate with one another. It is so neat to watch them have a conversation.


Gracie is such a sweetheart. She loves to read books, color, draw, go outside and do chalk. She loves to blow bubbles especially when you let her do it all by herself. She loves water and enjoys playing in the hose and riding her bikes. She is my ultimate climber! And she scares me to death...the girl has no fear. She wants to do all the things that are too big for her at the park but she tries anyway. If she falls, she gets back up and tries to do it again. She is very stubborn and determined.


Sweet but definately has some sass! It hasn't been too bad lately but she tends to talk back to me and gets real upset if she doesn't get her way. She gets mad and yells or just screams and then has a fit. I am hoping this is normal two year old behavior otherwise...yikes! She has become quite the talker, well she has always loved to chat but now I am understanding her so much better. She throws out new words and phrases every day. It's been such a language explosion at our house.


I think she knows she is the only girl in between two boys. She likes to use this to her advantage I think. She is a good big sister though and loves to help me take care of Zac. She loves to give him kisses and gets excited when he wakes up from sleeping. She also loves her baby dolls and especially loves to feed them their "milk". Gracie seems to really enjoy nursery now and always seems to make a new friend at the park. It is usually an older girl that has taken to her and wants to help her out. Gracie has shown a little interest in potty training and I really hope this interest grows!


We just love our Gracie girl! She is growing up so fast and is such a smart girl. She loves her blankets, apple juice and is still addicted to her "night night pie". She has the best laugh and I just love watching her learn.

6 Months

Here we are, my Zac is 6 months already! I say it every single month, where does the time go? The time I have with my babies while they are babies is so precious to me, yet I feel I have been slacking on recording these moments with them.

Zac is still an amazing baby, again I am not sure if it is just because having one feels so different then having two. But really he seems to be so mellow and happy to go along with whatever we are doing. Thank goodness because the two year olds in the house keep me busy! They love their "baby Zac-ee" though.

We just had his 6 month check and am happy to report he is very healthy!
Weight: 15 lbs. 5 oz.
Length: 26 inches
Head Growth: The doctor said this is where all his calories go :) Its big!

He can roll over both ways, however he doesn't seem to enjoy it very much. He gets on his tummy and wants me to help him. He does like to sleep on his tummy though. He laughs and coos and grasps his toys. He has great head control and good strength on his legs. And is still very bald.

He has started really liking toys this month.


Oh the cuteness! He just makes me smile, my baby is getting so big!


He caught a virus this last month and all he wanted to do was cuddle with mommy!


The question is, will his eyes stay blue?


He has started using the jumper, and seems to like it.


This is how Zac rolls very often! We go on lots walks.


My sweet boys, Ty loves to hold his baby Zac.


How happy is he! Love this little boy.


We are eating solids now...yum yum squash!


Zac you bring so much peace and joy into our home! We have had so much fun watching you grow these last 6 months. I love waking up to hearing you coo and talk in the morning. And I get a kick out of seeing you suck on your toes each time you do it. You are the sweetest baby and we are so lucky to have you in our family.