Finally, Some Sledding

We finally got a decent amount of snow the other day (see previous post). And daddy got some time to spend with Sam while I was at work, so they went sledding in the back yard. It was Sam's first time really playing in the snow. Andy said that he kept falling down - face first in the snow! I think they both had a fun time! More pictures.

Andy's Perfect Sandwich

Okay, Andy will not let up about his sandwiches (and I really don't see what is so spectacular about them, but whatever...) He actually took pictures of one the other day (apparently he is not studying as much as I though!). He insisted that I put it on the blog, so here goes. Really it's nothing much, but guess I should include Andy in this blog from time to time!

A Future Hair Stylist?

This morning Jacob thought he would do Sam's hair - Turned out pretty cute!

First Jacob puts some hair gel on and combs it it...












Sam offers Jacob a kleenex...












Putting the finishing touches on...












And... The finished product!

Some Snow! (and Happy Belated Valentine's Day)

We finally got some snow last night. We really have not had any big snowfalls this winter. And really this wasn't that much compared to other years. I think we got about 6 inches. Hopefully Sam gets to use his snow pants and boots that have been patiently waiting in the closet!

And Happy Valentine's Day too! Andy and I really don't do anything for today. We just think it's more of a "Hallmark" thing and celebrate our love on our wedding anniversary. Jacob was at his mom's and Sam is really too young to even know what it is, so we didn't do anything with the boys either. But, Jacob and Sam did get lots of Valentine's and candy from school.

I'm Not Addicted... (really)

Sam just had to have the Pepsi bottle this evening while I was cleaning up dinner. He thought he was having some "special" juice and just couldn't get enough of it, but it was just water. He was just too cute though and I got some cute pictures!

Jacob's New Brother (pictures)

I got some pictures of Jacob's new brother (see previous post). He is still in the hospital and doing well. It looks like he will need surgery on his instestines. Of course, when I have more information I will post it.

Works of Art

Jacob and Sam got the Crayola Color Wonder paints (did you think I would let Sam have the "real" thing?!) this morning and made some beautiful pictures! Sam went through paper after paper putting paint everywhere, while Jacob took his time and made his new brother a get well picture. See more pictures here.

Mr. Clean

I use the Swiffer vacuum to clean the kitchen floor each night after dinner. Sam has a fit if he cannot help, he loves to help me clean (I am teaching him early!). Here is a cute video of "Mr. Clean."

Please Keep in Your Prayers

Jacob's new brother, Brayden (see previous post) is at University of Michigan hospital in critical, but stable condition. He has a serious infection in his intestines. Please keep the new baby and all of Jacob's family in your thoughts and prayers and pray that Braydn is not in the hospital very long and can go home with his family soon. I will post updates when I get them.

UPDATE 1/22 - I talked to Carrie today and it looks like he will be in the hospital for at least another 2-3 weeks. He can not have any foods for two weeks, then they will slowly start feeding him and see how he reacts.

UPDATE 3/4 - He had one surgery about two weeks ago and did great. He had to have another emergency surgery on Thursday (3/1). They are still not sure when he will be able to come home from the hospital. But he is doing good and I saw some new pictures of him today and he looks great and so cute! Let's hope that he gets to come home soon.

UPDATE 3/18 - He is finally home. He has a feeding tube for now. But he is doing better and better every day.

He's Out of the Box!

Sam got a T.M.X. Tickle Me Elmo for Christmas from Aunt Becky (see Christmas post). At first it was not allowed out of the box and as soon as he heard Elmo's laugh he would shake his head no. But today Elmo was allowed out of the box for a short period of time and he got "tickled!" See more pictures here.

UPDATE 1/23 - Elmo's box was thrown away yesterday! Elmo is free for good now!