Bits and Pieces

Last week we had some 40 degree weather *gasp* so I thought I would take the boys out for their first stroller ride where they could sit up in the stroller. I bundled them up in some outfits I found in the closet and strapped them in. I think they were wondering why they couldn't use their hands and why they couldn't move very well! When I started out of the driveway I stopped to look at them. They were both wide eyed and looked excited to explore the new world. Unfortunately it was quite windy that day so we didn't get to go very far. Daddy came home just in time to see them and we strolled around the driveway for a bit. The boys enjoyed their first outside adventure.Chase and Owen on their first outdoor stroller rideChase all bundled in blue

We took the boys to the Mall of America for the first time ever. Chase slept for 2 hours of the 3 hour experience, Owen for 1. They loved to look around at everyone and all the bright lights. It was quite the experience maneuvering the stroller through the people and everyone saying, "Oh look, Twins!" It was nice to get out and do something different. On Sunday we went to the Home and Garden Expo downtown. Also a fun event with the boys. They got to see real trees and live flowers for the first time and thought it was cool. Once again, lots of twins comments, especially when they were out bouncing around.

The boys are now 36 weeks old-amazing they are 9 months. They love to stand at the window or the couch. We've had a couple tip overs, but no bumps and bruises. I'm pretty careful with them-they are just babies! :) They are learning to drink out of a sippy cup. This is interesting for them. They don't quite understand that they need to suck to get the water out so they chew the spout. They have both mastered the art of eating Puffs (a cereal food like Cheerios). It took Owen a little while to get it-he would always gag. Now that he has it down he can't get enough. He can pick them up with his fingers and get it to his mouth, but can't quite figure out how to drop it into his mouth. Chase just likes me to feed him. He doesn't even want to try to pick them up. When I turn my back he tries and actually picked up a few yesterday in his fist. He'll get there. They are taking 2 naps a day. They go down quite easily most days. Owen is a better sleeper-he is just so easy. He lets you know when he's tired, is excited to see his bed and rolls over and goes to sleep. He sleeps 1 1/2 hours to 3! Chase will fight sleep at all costs to be with me. He just has to be put down and you have to leave the room or he will sit there and look at you with his puppy dog eyes. Once he's in bed he's fine and goes to sleep. He doesn't nap as long as Owen-typically 1 hour. I guess he's like Jeff and doesn't need as much sleep. Owen is my baby-he loves his sleep and needs it! :)Chase and Owen at 36 weeks
Mommy and the boys singing songs.
Chase and Owen looking out the window (and pounding on it)
Little boys at the big window-how sweet
Owen looking sweet
Chase standing at the couch.
Chase and Owen (front) playing at Chases' crib
Owen looking out the window.