Love

These two just get more and more fun.

High fives are abundant at our house

If brother doesn't cooperate, Nadia will simply pick up his hand and give him the high five, but he's usually quite eager to comply.

Nadia frequently gives Isaiah random hugs and kisses, but this time, Isaiah wanted Nadia to sit in his lap.  Nadia had to have a baby in her lap.  Look closely, and you can tell Isaiah by the squinted eye and rounded cheek that has a big grin as he loves on his sister.

Thomas is home again!  We stayed so busy during his absence, that I didn't have the mental energy to share our exploits while he was gone.  I'll try to show some of the fun things we've been up to, but of course, mainly try to show off the cuteness of my children in the process. :)

Brother's Idea

This afternoon Isaiah and I were talking about Reformation Day costumes.  He decided he liked my idea for his costume.  (No, I'm not giving it away, it's rather ambitious, and I don't want to disappoint.)  We then finished the conversation:

M:  So you like that idea, Isaiah.  You want to try to be __________?

I:  Yessss.  (He really says his "s" very clearly.  It's so cute.)

M:  So what do you think Nadia should be?

I:  A door.

M:  You think Nadia should be a door?

I:  Yes, a door.

When You Don't Have A Backyard

You sometimes have to use other means to encourage your children to play while you do something else.

While they look happy here, I regret to say that this did not end well.  Time for a new strategy.

Looks Can Be Deceiving

For example this might look like a wrestling move...

...but it's really a hug.

I love my children!

Sibling Love

Just chillin' with the brother.

Please forgive the redeye.  I figured any pictures would be good at this point for those of you who really want to see some.  Believe it or not, I am working on some posts right now, including one on what our 4 month old is up to these days.

Have a grand day!

What He Thinks

Several people have asked what Isaiah thinks about his little sister.  I can't describe with words the way that he looks at her, so I've tried to capture his expressions.

Isaiah's first time to see Nadia

If I'm in his way when he wants to look at her, I must prepare myself to be moved with his very strong hands.

Thomas was able to bring him to visit in the hospital several times

Ready to take her home

He loves to give her kisses and gently rub her head.

And a couple times he's grabbed her feet, when he can catch them, that is.

Waiting on our taxi

Nadia 2 weeks, Isaiah's so happy he's doing his funny face

I think it's love.

Nadia 3 weeks old