Sizing them up

Jack is so focused on growing, buidling his muscles and being "big" these days! He asks us after meals, "Do I look bigger now?" When talking about other people, he often inquires if they are "big, medium or little." I always remind him that Mommy (and all women!) are only medium or little! Jack also loves the fact that Sawyer is getting bigger each day. Each time See-Saw does something new (like the many steps he is taking now), Jack yells out "He's not a baby anymore!" I can't believe how much they are growing, and it's so special to see them becoming friends. Here's a shot of "big" brother, Jack, treating Sawyer to his lone bottle of the day before bedtime. Sweet dreams, boys.

Johnny and Dubby Dub

The Nashville Egans were thrilled to have Grandfather and Grandmommy (aka Johnny and Dubby Dub - childhood nicknames that Jack was fascinated with) visit for a few days. The boys loved taking them to the downtown library, the playground, the pool and the duck pond. Jack even got to have them visit his classroom on the day his class discussed "Grandparents." Perfect timing! We loved every minute of their visit and miss them already!

Halloween past

Most nights of the week, we take a walk around our neighborhood after dinner. Jack has really started talking about Halloween and likes to talk with Scott and I about where we trick-or-treated, which houses gave him candy, which house had the barking dog, etc. We're in the process of trying to pick out costumes for the boys, and I looked at the pictures from last Halloween and realized how much has changed in a year...the boys are growing so rapidly, we sold our house and are on the cusp of leaving Nashville and then of course we don't have Grandma and Grandpa in Nashville anymore. The latter of these changes makes my heart ache daily (for myself and for my boys), and we feel their absence in all that we do. Fall in Nashville will be beautiful and loads of fun, but it won't be the same without Grandma and Grandpa.

Welcome, Carley!

Congratulations to my best pal, Daniele, on the birth of her precious little girl, Carley. I am so thankful to have Dani in my life, and I look forward to spoiling her daughter in the future. Many of our friends from home have been having all boys (myself included) but the Borns finally came through with some girl power! I love you, Daniele and Carley!

The "three year old class"

Jack was, in his own words, "super duper excited" to go back to school this fall. He makes sure that we remember that now he is in the "three year old class" known as the Cardinals. He seems to love his new teachers, Ms. Jill and Ms. Boo, and has gotten wonderful reports home...hopefully that will continue! Here's a few of the teacher comments that made us smile.....



*"Talkative, happy and the other kids listen closely" - crazy too think that when he started the 2 year old class he was one of the quieter kids.
*"Tried his words first when negotiating with another kid - Excellent!"
*"Lots of digging with sticks with friends and "getting people" with leaves!"
*"Smiled all day"
*"Very independent in the potty."
*"Excellent listening at circle time"
*"Working on using his inside voice." - ditto at home. 3 year olds are loud!
*"Very well behaved but likes to try out what other kids are doing when they are being naughty." - who doesn't? we'll work on this!

We're so happy he's having fun back at ECC. Sawyer and I love our special time together, but are always ready to go pick up big brother, Jack!

Proud to be a soccer mom!

Our life at the ball field has officially begun! Jack recently started playing soccer, and it's a riot. His team named themselves "The Superheroes," and Jack chose the #3 jersey (same as his age...so he says). He absolutely loves it, and runs down the field while yelling "Look at me!" He' a little concerned with why the referees will be blowing their whistles during the game...he's definitely my little curious scientist. So move over Pele, here comes Jack and his soccer mom! :) Game pics (in the massively over sized uniform) will be posted soon.,

Let him eat cake...again and again!

So I'll start out by saying that I'm a bad blogger. Okay, a terrible blogger! Don't jump to my defense, just admit it and pester me for updates (if anyone even checks this thing). I saw "Julie and Julia" last night and was inspired to make my updates a bit more regular. I can't promise that they'll be as creative as Julie Powell's or as emotionally touching as my dear friend, Sarah's, but I pledge to at least put something out into the blogosphere more often.

So far starters, as of 8/26/09 sweet Sawyer (aka See-Saw) is one! In the blink of an eye my "little" baby has changed right in front of me. I remember thinking that Jack seemed so old at 1 (funny, huh?), but Sawyer IS still my baby. I love holding on to every last cuddle he'll give me and am secretly happy that he's still unable to walk (or run) away from me just yet. So despite his entrance into toddlerhood, I am going to keep him as my baby for as long as I can.

Here are Sawyer's 1 year stats, likes, and dislikes:
25 pounds and 7 ounces (97% - the boy likes to eat!)
30 1/2 inches (75%)

Sawyer loves:
-being around Jack despite the amount of times he's been pestered over the past year
-eating anything and everything (seriously, I haven't found ANY food he doesn't like)
-"sharing" - passing objects to you when asked
-giving kisses
-playing in his sandbox
-pointing at everything and imitating (as best he can) what you label that item
-the aquarium at the zoo - makes quite a scene as he points and squeals at the creatures!
-reading - current faves - "Toes, Ear and Nose", "So Big, Elmo", "Mr. Brown Can Moo. Can you?", "The Foot Book", "When the Elephant Walks" and any lift the flap books.
-driving his trucks/cars around the house
-trying to crawl under anything no matter the size of the gap
-practicing walking while we all cheer him on- we officially wrote down that today he took his first few independent steps (this occurred a couple times throughout the day)
-manipulating his fork - he's so proud every time he makes it to his mouth
-feeding the ducks and quacking like a duck!
-splashing his hands in the toilet (I'm ashamed to admit that I've caught him doing this a couple times!)
-exploring the inside of the car - my boys both love this!
-bouncing on the trampoline with Jack
-balloons, fans, and vacuums
-dogs of any size or breed - no fear!
-cuddling any chance he can get
-his thumb and Raffa (his giraffe blanket)

Sawyer's not so fond of (a nicer way of putting how he arches his back and hollers at you):
-having his diaper changed
-having his clothes changed
-you preventing him from doing what he wants (a little red head with the loudest scream I've ever heard!)
-being hungry
-the dark side of Jack! :)

We were so blessed to have two wonderful 1st birthday celebrations for Sawyer. The first bash was with our families and some close friends in TX on August 23rd, and then we enjoyed a gorgeous day at the park with our Nashville friends on August 30th. See-Saw loved having cake three times that week, and we loved celebrating this amazing little boy. We feel so privileged to be his parents.