The Many Sleeps of Brody

For those of you that know Brody he never stops moving... and when he does he has a habit of passing out in some of the most interesting places. I may have already shared this (I can't remember) and many you have probably already seen before but in any case I have compiled a new list of our favorite Brody Sleeping Places, probably for our own enjoyment more than anything...This was a new one at his cousin's house...Okay this one he was simply sleeping peacefully as an infant until someone decided to sleep ON him!Okay this one is more just sweet than funny...This probably what started it all...Or this?Some "eating" shots...Some playing shots...This one is funnier when you know he is sleeping at the top of the stairs on our landing, Aubriel covered him with a blanket...Yes, he is sleeping, and yes he isn't wearing any clothes...Much like this one...At a wedding...He looks like he had a hard day at the office...Shopping cart...This was the most recent, that would be a football card on his face, he put it there before he fell asleep...And of course our all time favorite....under our bed!

Podling?

My brother asked me if Jim Henson knew he was missing? The resemblance is a little scary.Well, our little podling is 3 months old today! I can hardly believe how fast time has gone by! His personality is starting to shine and he adds to our fun daily. I can't imagine our lives without him!

The Next Tiger?

Or maybe just a VERY proud mama! Gage played in his first golf tournament this morning and placed FIRST in his division with a 38 on six holes!Here they are getting all ready to go. The other kids were a little whinny at the start about the thought of spending their morning on a damp golf course but after we got going they were happy to cheer him on and I wouldn't have wanted to miss it for anything!Gage warming up.Brody was a bit of a challenge as usual but luckily Dave's Dad was able to join us out on the course which not only made Gage's day but helped me out a TON as well.I love this picture of Gage and his Grandpa. He was thrilled to have him there to watch him especially since his Dad was unable to make it today.Here is his coach shaking his hand on a job well done!And receiving his medal! We have been watching the Olympics every night and I can only imagine what those parents must be feeling watching their children's achievements. By my reaction one would think it was my son winning an Olympic medal today, I am not sure which one of us was beaming more.A big congratulations from both his sister and older brother!All the kids that participated received a medal but from a little brother always comparing himself to his older one I know it meant a lot to Gage to do as well as he did today. David and I both try very hard to allow the kids to experience new things while they try to discover their passions in life and at the same time keep them in positions that enable them to encourage one another rather than compete with one another. The key word most days is "try" of course but today I think we did good... all of us. Hopefully this experience for Gage will help him appreciate the other kid's achievements in the future especially since we are now on to Kain and football for the year!Good Job,my Gager!!!

First LIVE Packer Game!

Thanks to both of Dave's parents the boys got to go to their very first Packer Game! Dave always get a pair of tickets from his Dad each year and he usually takes my Dad with him but this year Dave's mom sent two of her tickets to him as well for the same game so each one of the boys were able to go as well. They couldn't have been more excited about it. It was the very first pre-season Monday night game so they thought that was extra special. Kain and his Dad sat in the first row behind the Packers and Gage got to sit with his Grandpa. Here they are right before they left. Here they are tailgating...
Kain was over the moon watching all of them! Both boys said they had an amazing time despite the fact that the Packers lost.

Another Day in the Life of Brody!

I find Brody in the basement, once again naked, so I ask him where his undies are. He brings me to them and then shows me where on the floor he peed in them. Then he proceeds to tell me that Aubriel did it. First he is presuming that Aubriel would pee in his undies but also that she could do all of this without even being in the house since my mom took her for the day. Sometimes I wonder who he is trying to sell on his ideas.

I keep waiting for either mine or Dave's parents to give us stories about how we were exactly the same and we turned out okay but we are still waiting for that to happen with Brody. No one is fessing up and I am beginning to wonder if there is any hope... I think we have created a new breed in that one!

One Step Forward, Three Steps Back?

Guess who? Just when I thought we were getting him closer to being fully dressed around the house....

Yep, nothing but a paper bag is how he spent most of today. I suppose summer is almost over, and he isn't getting any younger so he is going out with a bang... or bag!

Survey Says...

It is a VERY good thing it is not 1930, I think Dave would be looking for a new wife! I am pretty sure having five kids is the ONLY thing that kept my score from being very poor. I found this on my friend's blog and thought it might be fun...

28 As a 1930s wife, I am Poor Take the test!

Look Who's Famous!

Well, for local YMCA members anyway. I got this in the mail a few months ago and it sat on my counter forever. Then I went to throw it out the other day and thought "oh, that is a cute kid... wait a minute that is MY kid!" Yep, that would be Brody and I going down the slide at his swim class. Luckily, they caught my good side... BRODY!

National Breastfeeding Week

Well as challenging as it was for us to get out of bed bright and early this morning we did it! Despite the fact that we have been super busy this summer, some how we have managed to have lazy mornings and I fear school start in just one month is going to a shock for all of us. But seeing that is National Breastfeeding Week and breastfeeding has been such a huge part of my children's up bringing I really wanted to make the walk they had for it this morning.The boys taking a rest. It was beautiful morning, sunny and not too hot.All of the kids were super on the walk and thrilled to get balloons. I think they may have even been more excited about the we won a prize for having the most kids... surprise, surprise. They were a little bummed we missed out on having the youngest baby by about 6 weeks but right after that they asked for the most kids.Look, finally pictures of me with my kids! Only because I have so many kids and they are old enough to take pictures... usually when you are least expecting it.The morning was wonderful and there seemed to be a great turn out for the walk.

I had to get a picture of little mister in his new dinosaur onsie from his Aunt and Uncle. That hat is just to die for, it makes him look like he has a Mohawk!

So everyone remember to support breastfeeding this week if you get the chance! It is so important to get the word out on the benefits of breastfeeding and offer help, knowledge and support to moms and their babies!

Life as a Princess...

Life as a Princess with 4 brothers...
Kain felt horrible! The kids were playing dodge ball in the backyard when Kain threw the ball at Aubriel's feet and she tripped over it catching herself with her face!
Luckily, she seems to be fine and is no worse for wear now. Nothing a call to Daddy at work couldn't fix!