Wow! A lot has changed.

Since the last time I posted, a lot has changed. We have a wonderful new family member Brett. He is a wonderful, perfect, little boy! I had an extremely tough pregnancy, but he was more than worth it. I have to say, I was worried beyond worried. Bedrest was so tough on our family. Brian was exhausted from taking care of the entire house and family after working all day. Jake was tired of not having his fun, happy, active mommy around. My amazing mother in law did MORE of her share taking care of us. And I was SO worn out from being in pain unable to take care of anyone. It was hard to keep my spirits up. The idea of having such a difficult pregnancy followed by a screaming newborn was more than I could think about. But my fears were soon relieved... Born on July 12, 2010 at 8lbs 4oz, Brett Ryan came into this world a big boy! But more importantly, he came into this world a sweet, calm ANGEL! We call him Mr. Cool after his Aunt Sharon who was Miss Cool. Must be something about those second babies! I don't know if there is an easier baby out there! To give you an idea, he slept from 11pm to 6am last night and he's not even 7 weeks yet. He has changed our family in such a wonderful way. Jake has a sibling now. That was so important to Brian and me. And Jake LOVES being a big brother. He is protective of his "Brettster", making sure that his friends are gentle when they touch him. And he even told Brian "Dad, be careful!" when he thought he was being to rough. How sweet is that? I so enjoy seeing his reaction when Brett smiles at him. And listen to him talk about how he "will always be my little brother, even when he's big!" Our power went out the other night and Jake woke up scared because his nightlight went out. I ran in there and told him it was OK and I was there. The first thing he asked was "Is Brett OK?"

I also have to say that I didn't how I could love another child like I love Jake. I knew it was going to happen, I just didn't know how. What I wasn't prepared for was how fast it happened! Being mom to these two precious boys fills my heart with overwhelming joy. I enjoy every moment I spend with them. I want to to treasure these moments because I know they will be gone in the blink of an eye and I'll be standing next to boys bigger than me, all grown up.
Brian is just amazing with Brett. He struggles some with the fact that he's so tiny. But he is patient and is a very involved daddy. As I type this, he's on the recliner taking a nap with Brett asleep on his chest. It's so cute. Oh, and Brett is a little clone of his daddy and of Jake. I can't tell the difference between Jake and Brett's baby photos! The only difference I've found so far is their nose. Brett has Brian's nose and Jake has mine. We'll see what Brett's personality is like as he grows. But for now, I'm happy just holding him as a tiny infant, looking into those beautiful, trusting eyes and enjoying every moment.

Tons of Jake Jargon

I haven't updated since November. It's been a bit crazy. Being pregnant with Jake's little brother has been tough. But we are excited. Jake sings to the baby all the time and can't wait to teach him tons of stuff! So here is a blog update, hopefully I won't be so bad about keeping up in the next few months. :)

June-09: I was singing "God is so good" to Jake when he says "that makes me sleepy, God songs are good for going to sleep."

July-09: Jake was teasing the dog with a cookie, so we took it from him. He was crying saying, "But I like cookies!" So Brian said "I want you to stop thinking about how much you like cookies and instead think about WHY you lost the cookie and what you can do next time NOT to lose it." Jake replied, "BUT MY MIND IS TELLING ME SOMETHING DIFFERENT!"

August-09: I was very worried when Jake came up to me and said "I'm sorry I made your kitchen a mess, Mommy." There was mud from the back door to the bathroom sink...he had walked it several times!!

August-09: Jake came in from outside and announced "I pooped!" I asked, "In your pants?!" He gives me a look and says, "No! Outside!" So as I'm starting to tell him why we can't do that, he interrupts with "But Tango ate it! She LOVED it!" I thought I was going to throw up right there!! Ugh...

Septmeber-09: Today Jake was having a hard time getting his jeans buttoned, so he prayed "God, please help me button my pants!" and he immediately snapped them! So sweet!

September-09: "Dear God, Thank you for everything in this world, except MUD! (pronounced it muuuuuuuuud) AMEN!"

October-09: Brian burned his toe with the humidifier...really bad. While he was running cold water on it, Jake asks, "Are you OK, Dad? Is there smoke coming from your toe?"

October-09: I picked up a worm that was in the house and put it in the dirt because Jake was worried about it. "The poor worm can't dig mom!" A few minutes later and says "Hey Mom...I miss that worm..."

October -09: Jake and I were feeding animals at the pumpkin farm. Then took a hayride when I looked up and saw Jake with his bottom lip out and sad looking. I asked what was wrong and he sadly looked up at me and said "I miss the animals..." My heart melted

November 09: We were watching a speaker talk about America being a "beacon of hope" and Jake starts laughing like crazy and says "That guy said American is a BACON! That crazy guy!

November 09: I was playing knights with Jake. He playfully "hit me" with a big ball and when I pretend cried he said, "BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!" and leaned back with his hands on his tummy.


November -09: We were watching the news and stuff on the Ft. Hood funeral came on and then Obama came on. This was Jake's response (rant) to seeing "Orock Obama"...
"Don't listen to Orock Obama! Just turn your head when he talks. I'm gonna grow up to be a president and be a hero and not make people pay taxes...except soldier taxes!! And he'll say "Oh man!" and I'll get you a good job and you'll have to pay soldier taxes. And I'll be a policeman president and make Orock Obama go away! And I'll have a map that will tell me where he is! Because he is NOT good."


March -10: "I won't ever have a baby in my tummy." -Jake
"No, but you'll have a baby someday. Just like this baby is Daddy's too." -Joy
"Yeah, we share our babies around here." -Jake

April -10: "Dad, you lay your shoes on the floor. Mom, puts them away!" -Jake age 4.

April -10: "Mom, where the does the Easter Bunny live?" -Jake
"I don't really know, Hon?" -Joy
"Probably in a hole! A BIG hole. Cause he's big and bunnies live in holes!" -Jake

April -10: "So did you live in a castle a long time ago when you were a kid?" -Jake
"No Honey, I'm not old enough." -Joy
"Did Daddy then?" -Jake
"No Honey, Daddy's not old enough either." -Joy
"Then who?!" -Jake
"No one we know. " -Joy
Jake was sooo confused and I felt REALLY old! :)

April -10: "Easter is not all about yumminess! It's about Jesus and how he died for us and 3 weeks later, he rose from the cross!" Well, it's not perfect, but you get the message.

Brian cuddling with Tango... He was sick with the flu and she was so worried. It drove him crazy, but it was so sweet!

Batman moves!

Jake and Brian putting together leggos

Dressed up as solider, eating his chow! And of course, being tough!

Tango giving Jake kisses...

Soccer Team pics!

Team Pics!

He wears that uniform well!

So cute!

Team photo

Silly team photo

Soccer 2009!

Jake's first Soccer Game!

Jake started soccer this year! We are so excited for him. He's growing up more and more. I sometimes can't believe it! I was so proud of him in his little uniform and he was so proud. He kept showing off his number! He chose 44, because he's 4 years old. And he thought two 4's were better than one! :)

Come on! I'll get it!

Number 44!

Talking to his coach! Thanks Coach Bob...

Practicing a goal!

I had a great game! I hope you can make one soon!

4th Birthday!

Jake's 4th birthday at the Cavenaugh Flight Museum!

Walking silly!

Uncle Dave!

He shared his cake with a mechanic at the museum. His idea!! They guy ended up letting Jake take a tour of the Air Craft!

Yum!

Ice Cream cake melted...but it was still yummy!

Brooke! Quit with the hugs already!

Did someone call the captain?

Captain and his co!

Buzz with wings!

He just loved opening all his gifts!

The play food Brooke gave him! He loves to pretend to cook!

Thanks to everyone who shared in Jake's fourth birthday. We had a great time. I can't believe my son is 4 years old. What happened to the little, swaddled baby I held in my arms. That seems like a lifetime away...not 4 years! I have learned so much from him...maybe more than he's learned from me!

Happy Birthday my son! I love you more than words can say and I thank the Lord for every moment that I get to spend with you. Why He decided to bless us with you, I'll never know...but I am appreciative.

Just fun...

Eating Ice Cream at McDonald's

Mmmmmmmmmmm........

Wow!!!

Cheese!

Look Dad!

Maybe I shouldn't look in here??

Jake and Austin before he left for AZ!




Cousin Justin's graduation!!

All the Trinidad Cousins!

Checking out the medal



We went to Arbuckle Wild Life Park in Oklahoma. It was so much fun and I would suggest any family go!

We rode in the back of Brian's truck and it was so much fun!

The camels loved our feed!