Weekend FUN!

Here are a few pictures from this past weekend...we took the boys to EdVenture. Porter is quite a fan of Curious George, so we knew he'd be excited to see him "in person." On Sunday, we went out to Chapin to spend the afternoon and evening with Craig's parents. We always have a great time with Grammy and Pop-Pop!!

YUMMY YUMMY IN MY TUMMY!!

Tonight was a big night for Bowman...my parents have been incredibly generous lately with "care packages," and my dad dropped off the most recent one yesterday. Included was 2 boxes of rice cereal, so I decided to give it a go tonight. Bowman was a little unsure at first, but after a few bites, he really seemed to get the hang of it...and even started grabbing the spoon for more! Looks like starting Bowman on baby food is going to be a lot easier than I'd anticipated!

WHAT!?!!?

So, I got a call from the pediatrician this afternoon...Bowman's stool culture was back, and it was positive for SALMONELLA!!!!! HUH!?!?! Yep, salmonella. Craig and I are beyond dumb-founded...guess I need to buy a few gallons of bleach tomorrow...thankfully, the icky part of this stomach "bug" seems to be behind us. Now I just get to work on getting him back on his schedule....yay.

Bowman's 4-Month "Well" Check

Today, Bowman and I headed over to Dr. Cabiness's office for his 4-month checkup. Yes, I know I'm a few weeks late...it seems 2 kids have cost me the loss of my brain at times! This appointment was also a follow up appointment. Bowman has had a stomach virus since Saturday morning, so we were checking to make sure all was well. I'm happy to report he is on the road to recovery! Hopefully, over the next few days my little boy will be back to his former self. His schedule has pretty much gone out the window; he's had very little appetite and has only wanted to sleep when held by Mommy or Daddy. But, today he shot me a few grins and was actually rather chatty, so I'm remaining optimistic. Anyway, his well visit was great, and the doctor seemed quite pleased with his progress. In fact, he even commented that Bowman was quite the little chatterbox; it's always nice when our children "perform" for the doctors! Here's his latest growth stats:

Weight: 15 lbs. (52%) -- A drop in this category, but we're guessing he's lost some weight over the last few days between the lack of appetite AND the endless diaper changes!!

Height: 26 inches (83%)

Head: 43 cm (83%)

Bowman is still measuring smaller than his big brother; Porter was 15 lbs, 8oz and 27 inches long at this point. Wonder if Bowman will continue to remain our "little" man????

Spring Has Sprung!!

Who can complain about 80-degree weather?? This time of year means less TV and more time outside -- a parents dream!! Craig and I took advantage of the gorgeous weather today, and took the boys to the Riverbanks Zoo. We definitely weren't the only people with that idea, and I was glad we were there by 10 am. We spent a good 2 1/2 hours there, including lunch. I am always amazed by how much Porter knows. He easily identifies all the animals, and I always laugh when his favorites change with each visit...this week he was so excited to see the elephants and the alligator! I am so thankful Craig's parents get us a membership every year; Porter loves going and I know Bowman will too...when he's old enough to realize what we're doing!
Waiting to ride the train!

Mommy with her boys

Porter and Daddy on the carousel

Kid In the Kitchen

This past weekend was yucky...rainy and cold with more rain and cold. Days like that, Craig and I are always looking for ways to pass the time. So, when Porter woke up from his nap on Sunday, he and Daddy got busy in the kitchen -- making brownies!
Porter loves to help in the kitchen, but I really think he knows what treat lies at the end of each task...licking the spatulas!! Who needs an afternoon snack when you have uncooked chocolate brownie mix??? YUM!!

We've actually made brownies a few times and, to be honest, Porter's not really a fan. In fact, he's not a fan of most "cake-like" items. Sure he'll lick some icing and some batter, but when it comes to actually eating the finished product...well, let's just say he does NOT take after his mother. I've never met a cake/brownie/cookie I didn't like!

Bowman looked on the whole time...I think secretly wishing for a little chocolate himself :)

Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow!!

Tonight, after waiting all day, we finally got some snow! We waited through a rather chilly and wet weekend, and were happy when the flakes started to finally come down. Craig and I put Bowman down for the night, bundled Porter up, and headed outside. Though the snow wasn't sticking, it was still fun to see just how excited Porter was to see it. I'm keeping my fingers crossed we get more snow days during his childhood, especially since he kept asking if we could build a snowman! Catching snowflakes on his tongue!

A special THANK YOU to Grammy for Porter's rain boots...they definitely came in handy tonight!!

Examining snowflakes with Daddy!