These Days

These days around my house this is what you mostly see.

Mason in Jaxon's crib letting him watch him play his Nintendo DS.

Mason showing Jaxon how to play with his toys on his walker.

Me and the boys playing on the computer.

Mason playing with Jaxon in the floor.

Mason letting Jaxon watch him play his DS again.

Mason and Jaxon again. :)

Wherever I put Jaxon, that's where you'll find Mason. People keep asking me if Mason is jealous of his brother. You tell me. You can tell he loves him to death. Sometimes so much that he drives Jaxon crazy but don't tell him that. :) Don't get me wrong there have been a couple of days that were hard for Mason and he would get mad because I had to do something for Jaxon and couldn't play with him but for the most part he has adjusted really well. Actually, a lot better than we had expected. Watching these boys grow up together and interact is such a blessing. I have a feeling they will be really close forever.

Mowing

A couple of Saturday's ago Tim finally mowed the yard. I looked out the door and this is what I saw:
My four year old, Mason, was mowing the yard while my husband watched. Yes, he was really mowing. He has been mowing with Tim since he was about one, but this was his first attempt by himself. He did a great job. If he missed a spot he always got it when he came back around.

Twins?

Several people have commented on how much Jaxon looks like Mason when he was little. Here's a picture to compare. What do you think? When we were in the hospital having Jaxon it was like looking at Mason all over again. It stirred up so many memories of the first time. We like to think that God knew we couldn't handle twins so he gave them to us four years apart.

Hectic Times

As many of you that have kids know, it can get really hectic at times. I feel like sometimes I am being pulled in all different directions trying to meet Jaxon's needs and still give Mason the attention he craves. Mason is still being a great big brother and want's to hold Jaxon all the time. Sometimes I forget that I am not only a mother but I am a wife too and I have been trying not to neglect my husband as well. Sometimes when I lay down to go to sleep at night I wonder if I even talked to my husband other than to say "Can you do this for Mason" or "Can you do that for Jaxon". It's difficult to balance everything sometimes but I'm figuring it all out.

And now I am going to leave you with a few pictures I have taken recently of the kids.

Mason: Four Years

Mason, I can't believe you are four years old already. It seems like only yesterday we brought you home from the hospital and didn't really know what to do with you. The last couple of years you have been such a blessing to me and your daddy. You are our first born and you will always hold a special place in our hearts. You allowed me to be a mother, which has always been a special dream of mine. Sometimes you can be such a handful and then others you are so sweet and ready to do whatever is asked of you and help in any way you can. You love to help me clean and cook all the time. You care about others a lot and can't stand to see someone hurting. You have a huge heart. Your laughter is so contagious and you love to make others laugh by acting funny.
You are such a good big brother. You are always ready to hold your baby brother and help feed him. As soon as he starts crying you have to get his pacifier and poke it in his mouth b/c you can't stand to hear him cry. You love to help with his baths and changing his diapers.
Remember you are loved by so many and don't ever forget that. I can't wait to see what this year brings.

He Can't Be 4!

Mason turned 4 on February 21st. We had his party the 19th, eleven days after I had Jaxon. He had a blast and thought it was supposed to be his birthday for about two weeks prior to his party. He got a ton of toys (like he needed any). Thanks everyone for coming out and helping us celebrate. I still can't believe my first born is four already. He's growing so fast.