Happy Early Birthday Dianna!

Friday, Friday!  Mommy, not having felt well and having worked extra this week, needed to get up-out of bed immediately to start cleaning for Aunt Dianna's Girl's Night Surprise birthday party.  However, that did not happen.  Mommy spent hours, yes hours, paying bills, and reviewing our finances.  Mommy is happy to report, YAY, it's all done.  Plus, another month closer to our goals :)  After spending most of the morning working on bills, Mommy spent the early afternoon picking up little secret messes you both managed to make while Momma and Daddy were distracted (Daddy thinking you were with me, and Mommy thinking you were with Daddy).  Daddy took you both on some birthday party missions, picking up snacks, a sign, beer etc... When you guys returned, Mommy had surprised Daddy with an early Father's Day present, a satellite radio subscription...and Daddy was stoked.  That fell through however :(  Turns out our wires for satelite radio appear to have been cut and Daddy couldn't get his signal, so Mommy had to call and cancel (after four attempts to "refresh" as they call it).  

Daddy brought back several flowers (Daddy is addicted) for Mommy to plant.  So, rather than clean or get my reports done, Mommy planted flowers, with the help of you two.  Well, you guys kept me company but were more interested in making treats in the sandbox.  Mommy and Daddy have been paying close attention to you two when you both are playing alone contently....you guys have the funniest conversations ever!  Mommy and Daddy are amazed at how smart you two are, and your conversations are truly unbelievable.  You guys just talk and ask each other questions about everyday things..."Bodhi, are those storm clouds?"  "No Bubby, we don't want it to storm we won't be allowed to play outside if it rains." "They'll blow over."  AND "Bubby, did you put milk and sugar in Mommy's coffee, she likes milk and sugar in it in the mornings," etc...  You two are so precious!  

After some outside time, Mommy got you both down for a nap (after making you two lunch) and then Mommy started to work on work but fell asleep.  Yep, Mommy woke up with you, Buddha cuddled up next to me.  Mommy jumped up and had just enough time to take a shower, but not do much of anything else.  Mommy threw on clothes (and later discovered I had a hole in the butt of my pants ugggh) and made it to my case management appointment with a young girl here in Kokomo. Mommy spent a little over an hour with her, in which she called me a "nut ball" and a "weirdo" on several occasions ha/ha!  

Anyway, Mommy rushed home and started cleaning for Aunt Dianna's party.  You two were entertained by Daddy, who made you a quick dinner and set up a big pillow/blanket slumber party pit on the floor of your room, Bodhi.  Mommy laid out Dianna's cake, snacks, plates, drinks, hung banners and flags, and then Mommy's and Dianna's girlfriend guests arrived :).  Aunt Ti finally joined us, and it was truly an enjoyable evening (we make it a point to get-together at least once a month) but this was the first get-together in which we were celebrating one of us.  We celebrated Dianna's birthday, a truly remarkable woman and mother, and we all enjoyed each other's company, including Baby Rowan. Rowan refused to go to sleep, so Dianna  brought her along  (but Mommy will never tell you two that).  Happy Birthday Dianna, you super Momma!

Tomorrow is also a big day!  We are finally making a trip to Bloomington and to Vincennes to see Grandma Betty and all your Aunties.  You two have been hounding Mommy and Daddy to plan a trip, well we finally did, YAY!  

Dianna and Baby Rowan :)

Laura :)

Samara :)

Tiana Rose :)

Laura and Dianna goofin' around...just joking :)-

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!

J. EDWARDS Triple chocolate and peanut butter cake :)

Thursday Thud

Thursday Thud---yuck. Our household is sick! For weeks both of you babies have been struggling with chest congestion, colds, “eye gunk,” sneezing, sore throats, possible earaches (hard to figure with babies until pain becomes extreme, and with you, Buddha, even then it is difficult, you are a tough little sucker!). And now, Mommy and Daddy have totally been wiped out—same symptoms, additionally extremely sore, sore throats and complete exhaustion---at same time some of Mommy’s clients have reportedly been diagnosed with strep throat and mono! Yikes—Mommy and Daddy both work in virtual germ-infested environments because of working so closely with people (no, that is not a slam or intended slight on folks Mommy and Daddy attempt to help----and we have to be sensitive and cautious about betraying confidentiality and observing  regulatory restraints and laws pertaining to protection of people’s personal information and civil rights----it is simply an accurate recording of our exposure, and hence yours, to infectious disease); we have to be careful with ourselves, the people we serve, and of course our most precious cargo—the two of you!!! And with your recent ear surgery, Buddha, and your recent bout with a broken arm, Bodhi, we are extra sensitive to your susceptibilities---it all has impacted our Thursday with a thud!

Our morning officially began with early, intermittent rising of the two of you, with Daddy getting up and settling with you in our study, falling asleep in an impromptu slumber party, then re-locating each of you back to your beds (actually, Buddha, you insisted on cuddling with MommyJ).  After such restless attempts at sleep, you again awakened quite early, Jude Liam, so you and Daddy made coffee, watched “Hop” (for what viewing Daddy has now lost countJ), and eventually awakened Mommy with a cup of coffee and a decision that you and Daddy would go to the college (Daddy had a report he needed to turn in) while sweet baby Emilia slept in.

Mommy got up and got you dressed, Mister Buddha, and you of course looked like a little stud with your madras shorts and “Dude” shirt and new tennis shoesJ, and we motored to Daddy’s office; while there, you had an opportunity to engage with several of Daddy’s good friends from work, Megan, Sarah, Minnie, Jerry, Dan, Merriam, and of course we visited your beloved Sister Kelly (from whom you scored four pieces of candy---one for you, your sister Bodhi, Mommy and Daddy---hmmmm, Daddy never got hisJ)---while you “inspected” Daddy’s office, Daddy returned a phone message from Indianapolis Channel 8 News and learned there is interest in doing a profile story of Daddy relating to ethics.

We returned home in time for Mommy to finish getting ready for work (we came bearing additional gifts besides the candy you received from you sister Kelly—we stopped and purchased some ice tea and “bug juice” for you and your sister). Daddy had to immediately leave to make a doctor’s appointment, and when Daddy returned we all finished lunch so the two of you could settle in for a short nap before being taken to Grandma’s house (she was planning a special treat for the two of youJ). While you napped, Daddy attempted to quickly mow the yard and just as Mommy was preparing to leave for work, you awakened from your VERY SHORT nap, Buddha, and came outside to ride your tricycle in the rear drive while Daddy VERY HURRIEDLY finished mowing; shortly after you appeared outside, of course, your beautiful sister came looking for her Mommy and Daddy and brotherJ.

Daddy got the two of you dressed again in your gorgeous outfits Mommy had you in (Bodhi, you wore an adorable yellow (your little brother’s favorite colorJ) sun-dress Daddy recently picked out for you while shopping at an Old Navy store.

Daddy took the two of you to Grandma, who was awaiting with you with her special beautiful smile from ear to ear reserved for her precious little angels (she conspired with Mommy to secretly prepare a small swimming pool in her backyard for the two of you—Daddy assured Grandma Mommy had secreted in your diddy bag your swimming suitsJ) and Grandma assured Daddy she had lots of fun planned for the two of you—planting flowers, feeding squirrels, unlocking Jude’s “pipes” where he hides his kisses from everyone except MommyJ. Just before leaving, Grandma discovered while hugging you, Buddha, that you had some blood on your right ear and your blonde hair---Daddy immediately joined Grandma in concern, though Mommy and Daddy had been told by your ear surgery Monday you might have some slight bleeding from your ears related to your surgery Monday. Daddy immediately contacted the doctor’s office and received a return phone call affirming some slight bleeding from your ears could be expected. Wow—Mommies and Daddies and Grandmas get gray hair from these episodes in child rearingJ.

Daddy then went back home to finish some yard work and shower and then off to work himself, and didn’t get back to pick the two of you up until after 9 p.m. Bodhi, you immediately called Daddy’s attention to a “boo boo” on your face where you had tripped over Grandma’s ottoman in the living room. We thanked Grandma and gave her goodbye kisses (you initially refused Grandma her goodbye kiss, Buddha, telling her you only had five kisses in your “pipe” and they were all for Mommy, but Grandma showed you she knew how to unlock your “pipe” so she could get a kiss---wow, you guys are characters!) and literally before we got to the end of her street, both of you were asleep in your child seats—Grandma had succeeded in entertaining all the energy out of each of youJ.

Daddy got us home safely, and carried each of you upstairs to your beds, and anxiously awaited your Mommy getting home from work (which thank goodness was shortly after we got home) so we could all collapse from illness and exhaustion. It really was a thud day for Mommy and Daddy, but Grandma salvaged it as another special day for two special baby angelsJ. “Night, night!”

Not-A-Wellness-Wednesday

At Daddy’s work (at the college) there is a weekly program called “Wellness Wednesday” designed to promote awareness about “wellness,” encouraging employees to pay attention to and practice good health.

Today in our home was not a wellness Wednesday—Mommy and Daddy, especially, continue to be sick and are struggling to keep up work at home and at work—ugh!

Daddy had two program facilitations today, filling in for an ailing and absent colleague, at the domestic violence program. In between the two, Daddy took you, Ms. Bodhi, to our orthopedic surgeon appointment where Dr. Tanko gave you some good news you have been hoping for---you no longer have to wear your cast, your broken arm is healed! Dr. Tanko and his staff are genuinely nice people, his administrative and nurse staff all complimented you on how beautiful a little girl you are especially complimenting your beautiful curly hair and your lovely yellow sun-dressJ.

After our doctor appointment, Daddy took you to join your brother at Aunt Diana’s (Mommy dropped your brother there on her way to work), Aunt Diana agreed to watch the two of you for us while Daddy worked. It was clear that Aunt Diana had some fun in store for both of you, as she had the water hose on for you and her children to playJ.

After work, Daddy went back to Aunt Diana’s to pick you two up and head home, where Daddy was so sick and exhausted we all just sat and watched a movie Aunt Diana sent home for the two of you to watch, and shortly after starting the film, both of you were sound asleep—and Daddy happily joined you.

Actually, Daddy carried you to bed Bodhi, and then Daddy and you, Jude Liam, lay on the study floor watching TV where we both fell asleep until Mommy awakened Daddy after she returned home from work after 9:30 p.m. Daddy thinks (too tired to remember) that Mommy and Daddy ate a very late dinner and then both gave up the fight and went straight to bed.

Fortunately, both of you seem to be getting better, though Mommy and Daddy neither show any sign of being on the mend—bad germsL.

Someday, when the two of you read this, you will perhaps say to yourselves, wow Daddy didn’t have much to say that day---when the truth is simply there was undoubtedly much to say, just too tired and sick to say it---accept that as an important, if perhaps mysteriously subtle, lesson on truth.

“Night, night.”

You ate and ate and ate...then you told Daddy that Aunt Dianna didn't feed you ha/ha!

Jude's undies, inside out and backwards ha/ha

Bodhi and Kota

Norah, Bodhi, Kota, and Nathan 

Change In Routine

Momma got up and started getting ready for work, picking up the house, packing, and making time to play with the two of you.  Mommy again got cleaned up, while Daddy was away doing his thing, and then I headed to work once Daddy returned to be with the two of you.  Mommy again was driving to work when I received a text cancelling their visitation once again (same parent/different day).  Mommy turned around but first made a pit stop for a super-secret mission before returning home.  Once home, Mommy called GiGi to let her know that my work was cancelled.  We decided that you both would still come over, that Mommy would work on reports while you two were away.

Well, Mommy did not do any reports, instead, Mommy edged the rest of the yard (sidewalks) going through about 100 different weed whacking string majigs.  Mommy was so flustered; it was such a major pain in the ass to keep taking the weed whacker apart to add a new plastic string in.  Daddy sat outside replacing them for me, but then he had to go to work.  I was literally outside weed whacking/edging for five hours.  Daddy surprised Mommy with a cold drink before he went to work, but then I was on my own.  I came very close to throwing the dang weed whacker in the road!  I managed to keep my cool and got it all done.  Mommy then added more lights to the patio for the super-secret surprise J   

Mommy finished all the yard work, gave the kitties their flea treatments, and took a quick shower.  I was then off to pick you up from GiGi’s and Gi-Pa’s.  Usually you got to Grandmoo’s on Tuesday’s, however, Grandmoo and GiGi switched this week.  Mommy picked you both up, looking cute as ever in your p.j.’s J  we then headed home, where Daddy was waiting for us.  Mommy and Daddy carried you both inside and tucked you into bed.  Sweet dreams my sweet sweet babes.  Neither of you noticed the change in your Tuesday routine J  

Memorial Day

Momma was up before everyone, which rarely happens ha/ha!  Mommy snuck into the bathroom to take a shower and get cleaned up for work (around 6:15 a.m.).  Jude, you awakened right after I finished my shower.  “MOMMA, where are you?”  You came down the hall, into the bathroom, where you laid on the floor while I got cleaned up.  Mommy carried you back into bed and you fell back to sleep. The plan was for you two to spend this Memorial Day with Daddy, while Momma worked all day in Lafayette.

Mommy was on her way to work when I received a text that the parent I was supposed to be supervising their visit, decided to cancel.  Mommy turned around to come back home.  Bodhi, you were still asleep downstairs with Daddy, and Buddha, you were fussing but awake.  Mommy took you upstairs and we went back to bed for a bit.  Mommy turned on your movie, you stroked Mommy’s face ha/ha, and Mommy fell back to sleep J 

After awaking for a second time, Mommy did some chores while you two ran around playing.  None of us feel particularly all that great…it’s never ending really.  Mommy fed you guys lunch, and got you down for a nap.  Mommy then met with a new client here in Kokomo.  Once I returned, Mommy and Daddy took you two to run errands.  We took you to Rural King to check out the baby birdies and chicks.  You both loved them, and Daddy tried real hard to convince Mommy to bring one home ha!  Daddy then had to go to work, and we ate dinner.  Before we knew it, it was bedtime once again.  Mommy has been going to bed as quickly as I get you two down…as has Daddy.

Sweet dreams my sweet sweet babes!  Happy Memorial Day!  

PS I think I left my camera at Aunt Dianna's so I'll have to post pictures later :)

Sleepy Sunday

Today was a classic sleepy Sunday. Daddy is struggling with a bad chest cold, sneezing, and sore throat—and also struggling with a slumber party in our study with Ms. Bodhi who would not sleep most of the night—bless your heart little girl, for some reason you were itching most of the night, so Daddy finally gave you some night-time children cold and allergy medicine to help settle you—still it was a long nightL.

Earlier in the day our beloved GiGi came over to bring us the local Sunday paper and visit with her two angel babiesJ and later Grandma came over and spent time with the two of you playing outside with you while Daddy literally slept the day away trying to recover from an ass-kicking coldL!

So, that’s the end of Daddy’s contribution to our Sunday journal ‘cause his memory is dulled by medicine and pain and illness—and those three make for a bad combination to enjoy a quality day with two special little angels!

While Daddy snoozed all day and night…Mommy got busy cleaning and Grandmoo graciously agreed to take you two outside for some much needed play time.  Mommy had picked up a ton of extra hours of work, covering for co-workers and even picking up a new local case, I haven’t kept on top of our cleaning routine.  Mommy managed to clean our entire house, and you both got out all that excess energy with Grandmoo J 

After your day outside, after Mommy showered, Mommy threw you both in the bath J  Sweet dreams my sweet sweet babes!  Thank you Grandmoo, I don’t know what I’d do without you!!!

Bodhi, Mommy will make up by getting plenty of pictures of you later :)

Saturday In The Park

One of our favorite musical groups, Chicago, had a hit song with that title and lyric, “Saturday In The Park…I think it was the fourth of July.” Well, it was a far cry from July 4^th (it was a cool May 25^th, 2013), but we had an enjoyable full Saturday of fun!

Daddy’s Saturday began as usual, even though it was Memorial Day weekend, Daddy had to get up early and off to his Saturday domestic violence intervention activist facilitator job. Immediately thereafter, shortly after ten a.m. Daddy was home and Mommy had each of you dressed and ready to go!

We first made a run to the bank so we would have a little cash to take with us to Farmer’s Market (where the two of you are recognized regulars:)). While at our friendly bank, the teller who always recognizes both of you asked if it was ok for the two of you to have a sucker—that was a difficult decision :). So, we got our spending money (and two suckers) and headed home to get our carriage and our gear :).

We packed up our carriage with some fruit, fruit snacks, and water as well as several blankets and an umbrella so we could head downtown for our visit to Farmer’s Market.  Then, of course, we packed up our precious cargo, Emilia Bodhi and Jude Liam :), and off on our adventure! Mommy had an appointment and she agreed to catch up with us at the park later.

We made our way to the Farmer’s Market where our market proprietor friends greeted us as we purchased a small strawberry-rhubarb pie and a zucchini bread, and where we chatted with our friend Mary Bilby who a week ago gave you, Ms. Bodhi, a complementary miniature sunflower plant to offset the trauma of your broken arm (Mommy and you planted it that afternoon when we returned from the marketJ). She told us next weekend she would have for sale some miniature tomato plants which were ideal for “fairy gardens.” Daddy asked her to hold one for us and we would make certain to see her again next weekend :).

We next headed to the park (Foster Park) where there was an all-day concert activity scheduled. It was a local talent concert series sponsored in part by Mommy’s cousin, Jordan (who we all saw and talked with). Mommy joined us after her appointment and she brought with her lunch from Subway—so we picnicked and enjoyed the concert music—well we enjoyed some of the concert music, some of the gothic rap was a little beyond Daddy’s level of appreciation :). We also met another of the concert’s sponsors, Patrick, a very nice young man and a friend of Jordan’s. We enjoyed ourselves for hours, alternating concert appreciation with playing at the children’s playground. Mommy brought along Arlo and Allie, after making a quick return trip home to change your clothes after you projectile vomited everywhere (including on yourself) Ms. Bodhi, after which you seemed perfectly fine. Many admirers of our dogs came along to greet us and make friends with Allie and Arlo, including a fellow we all witnessed being arrested a short time later (apparently for a drug violation).

By late afternoon, and of course after enjoying some ice cream from Crazy Jay’s Ice Cream Parlor across the street from the park, we made our way home and settled in for the evening. Daddy could tell by evening that the effects of a cool, and occasionally damp, Saturday in the park was going to have an effect on a developing sore throat and chest cold/sneezing cold which later truly made Daddy more than ready for an early “night, night.” Fortunately, the two of you seemed spared of the cold symptoms (you’ve had them for at least the previous week), though Mommy started to show signs of falling under the weather too :(

Saturday evening came to a close, with a certainty we enjoyed a full, fun Saturday together, blessed to have the love of one another and our beautiful family (oh, by the way Mommy, both Bodhi and Buddha told me today they want a baby brother named Gabriel Quinn:). Sleep on that :).

Buddha with his dog, Allie :)

Bodhi girl with Daddy :)

Mr. Arlo sitting next to Momma :)

Yard Work

We all started our morning together.  Coffee for big people and apple juice for little people.  Mommy got busy scooping Ms. Allie and Mr. Arlo poo out our yard in preparation of mowing (while you two pointed to every single pile and yelled, "Ewwww POOP Momma!"  As if our neighbors wanted to hear every time a poo was spotted ha/ha  Daddy got busy trying to replace his battery in his truck.  Daddy had to run to Rural King for something, he asked if you two wanted to go....and well, of course you both were excited to go on an adventure with Daddy.  Mommy was shocked to realize, after you guys had returned, Daddy allowed you, Jude, to go in your sister's bright-lacy-pink-&-black-Hello Kitty skirt, your sweatshirt, and your army boots.  Boy I bet you were a sight for all the farmers!  

By the time you guys returned, Mommy had finished mowing the yard.  Mommy then used a knife to clear out all the weeds/grass in our sidewalk cracks (something Mommy hasn't kept up on like I'd like since moving here, but Buddha, you were eager to help :)  You both were sitting out front pulling weeds with Momma when the UPS guy pulled up (one of Mommy's and Grandmoo's old friends).  Mommy told you both that Grandmoo use to drive one of those trucks and deliver packages, you both laughed as if you didn't believe me.  When our UPS guy brought Daddy's early Father's Day package, he commented, "Hello Ladies."  HA/HA!  That's what you get Jude :)-  Bodhi, you don't like it when men/boys/guys talk to Mommy....it's hilarious and I have no idea where you have developed this dislike, but you always say real hatefully, "who is that Mommy, why is he talking to you?"  Really?!

We continued our yard work, Daddy got the weed whacker up and running for Momma, and I edged our driveway and part of our sidewalk but I had to quit after we ran out of our gas/oil mixture.  Oh well!  Our neighbors, the Yorks', had visitors from Ireland, and they came over and talked to Mommy and the two of you, Mommy could listen to them talk all day!  

After our long hard day in the yard (and on your bikes) we all went in and passed out in Daddy's office...our favorite family napping spot.  We awakened just after 6pm.  Mommy got you two bathed and fed, and then we had a little more play time before you two crashed.  Nighty night sweet babes!

Our garden and flowers in bloom :)

Suckers!

You two had a slumber party with Daddy, since Mommy was suffering from a horrible aching cold.  Mommy retired to bed as quickly as I arrived home from work.  This morning, Mommy was awakened by you, Ms. Bodhi.  "Good morning Momma, can you put this dress on my dolly please?"  Well, good morning my sweet doll baby, I replied.  Daddy and Jude man were passed out downstairs, but you, Ms. Bodhi, had awakened and decided to play in your room with all of your dolls.  

Mommy sent Daddy a text message ha/ha requesting coffee ASAP.  Mommy then hopped in the shower.  Mommy had an hour meeting scheduled with a new family I'll be working with here locally, Yay!  Daddy eventually made it up...following Buddha.  Buddha, you came up the stairs and into Mommy's room (where I watched from the bathroom) crying, "Momma, I need you."  You freaked out when Mommy wasn't in bed ha/ha  Mommy came to your rescue, and then Daddy came to Mommy's with a much needed cup of coffee.  

Mommy left you in Daddy's hands while I met up with my new family.  After I returned, Daddy obviously hurting-grumpy as ever, Mommy got busy making everyone lunch.  After lunch, you two decided to take a nap downstairs in the living room.  Mommy swept and mopped the kitchen and dining room (since I've been too sick to do my nightly chore routines the last few nights).  You two of course did not go to sleep, but instead giggled and played with one another, taking advantage of Daddy trying to nap in his office, and Mommy cleaning up in the other rooms.  

Mommy had to get to work in Lafayette, and you two always go to GiGi's and Gi-Pa's on Thursdays while Mommy works.  Daddy had two batterer classes this evening, but didn't have to be at work until much later than Mommy, so Daddy took you two to GiGi's and Gi-Pa's.  GiGi is dog sitting for Gi-Pa's son, a little Yorkie, so you both were in heaven playing with a little dog.  

Mommy arrived home before Daddy got off work, so Mommy picked you both up from GiGi's and Gi-Pa's.  You two were getting your jammies on, playing, and giggling.  Mommy asked if you guys minded if we stopped by Target to get a new mop (Mommy broke ours before I left for work today) and you both cheered.  Crazy kids!  You both LOVE Target! :)  Of course, you both suckered Mommy into getting you both new p.j.'s, Spider Man for you, Buddha, and Hello Kitty for you, Ms. Bodhi.  Mommy also picked up a few groceries and a planner for work :)  A super cute planner!   We then headed home, and both Mommy and Daddy carried you inside and tucked you both into bed.  You both crashed immediately :)  Sweet sweet dreams my sweet sweet babes!  

Little Sucker, posing for the camera ha/ha!  

Precious Baby Girl!

Stinker!

Major Sucker!

Precious Baby Boy Buddha!

Sista Kelly and Bruder Aaron

Jude man!!!  There is nothing like waking up next to a loud, kicking, angry grumpy butt!  You were crying and whining about anything and everything.  Mommy asked if your ears hurt and you said no.  You still have a horrible cough and runny nose though.  Mommy felt so horrible last night I went to bed super early.  This morning I didn't feel much better.  We all have the same symptoms, ear ache, sore throat, cough, and Mommy's body aches all over.  Bodhi, you've been whiny off and on, but nothing like your little bother :/  

Jude, you curled up next to Mommy's back and fell back  to sleep.  Poor Ms. Allie, you told her that you didn't want her anymore (and you are always telling everyone "Allie is my dog.").  Daddy was downstairs with Ms. Bodhi, and so we (Buddha man) eventually made it downstairs to get Mommy a cup of coffee, and apple juice for babies.  You and your sister always argue about who is going to let the dogs out, and today was no different.  Buddha, you let Arlo out, and Bodhi, you let Alllie out.  Buddha, you gave Allie her medicine (after Mommy prepared it), and then we were off to the races.  You two would sit and "hang" with Daddio for a while, and then run upstairs to see what Mommy was up to.  Mommy had to submit some paperwork for work, and then I had to make arrangements for work...so Mommy was busy off and on taking care of work things.  Mommy made you both lunch, and Daddy left for his afternoon job with FSA-the batterer's class, and then it was nighty night time for the two of you.  Mommy took a shower and got ready for work while you two napped (or while one of you napped-Buddha).  Bodhi, you said you weren't tired, but you eventually fell asleep.  Mommy managed to sneak a little half hour nap in (since Daddy filled Mommy's car up with gas and bought Mommy an ice tea for work).  Mommy was ready to go (Thank You Daddy).  

Mommy went to work while you two napped.  Daddy stayed home with you until Brother Aaron picked you both up for an adventure with Sister Kelly and Brother Aaron.  Brother Aaron reports that you both talked to each other while in the car, like no big deal ha/ha, such cuties!  Sister Kelly reports that you, Jude, were a terror, but you Bodhi, were ok :)  Sister Kelly made you guys fish, corn, and potatoes.  I'm certain you both will have stories to tell Momma and Daddy about the bunnies and doggies :)  You two will probably be asleep when Mommy makes it home from work (I usually don't work Wednesdays but work needed me).  It's awesome that we have a great support system of family and friends :)  Sweet dreams my sweet sweet babes.

BTW, Mommy was wrong.  Daddy sent Mommy a text stating that he had to give you both a bath because you guys were a hot mess.  Ms. Susan brought down a bird, which you two both held, and allowed you to drink her pop (getting it all over yourselves) so Daddy had to give you guys a quick bath.  You both waited up for Momma, but Momma retired to bed, sick and exhausted...ugggh, this bug sucks!  Nighty night babes!  Hope you both enjoy your slumber party with Daddy downstairs!

Ms. Susan showing you two a birdie

Bodhi holding said birdie...

Jude scaring birdie to death, I'm certain! :0

Terrific Two's-Day!

Daddy is officially off from Ivy Tech for a little break, however he has picked up several extra batterer classes to fill his time.  Today is usually a day that Daddy leaves for work early and returns very late, however not today...today you had two parents home to take care of you both.   Mommy was very thankful that Daddy was home this morning, Mommy had to get work done and was feeling super achey.

We now all have the same symptoms...sore throat, ear ache, aches, cough etc... it's the weirdest bug.  It first started off with a cough and fever, followed by sore throat and ear ache, and lastly the worst body aches ever!!

Mommy got you two down for a nap rather easily today.  Grandmoo had Mommy bring over the stroller so that you all could go for a walk.  Daddy stayed behind, trying to get a little rest before returning to work.  When you two awakened, Daddy took you to Grandmoo's for the evening.  '

You guys spent the evening planting flowers and doing yard work.  Mommy discovered pictures on the camera, and I'm not certain if they are from the other day when Daddy took you to the park, or if Grandmoo took you both.  I'll have to ask to Grandmoo.  Mommy also forgot to post a picture of you, Bodhi, when Daddy took you to the hospital for your broken arm...so today's blog is picture catch-up day :)

Anyway, per our usual Tuesday routine, Daddy picked you guys up from Grandmoo's and brought you home.  Mommy arrived a little while later, tucking you guys in and retiring early for some much needed rest.

Sweet dreams my sweet sweet babes!

A missed picture update...Bodhi's first broken arm :(

I'm pretty sure these are from Grandmoo's Tuesday...you had an accident and Daddy had to get you new shorts (they don't match, so I'm certain this was Tuesday ha/ha)

Surgery Monday

Today was an early rise for Mommy, Daddy and young Jude Liam, as today was your scheduled additional ear tube surgery at Howard Community Surgery Center with Dr. Harmon. Mommy and Daddy were up by five a.m., though neither of us slept well, as though it is characterized as a rather routine surgical procedure, both Mommy and Daddy anguish about their baby having surgery. Of course, both Mommy and Daddy were careful to not show negative vibes around our baby boy, so we approached awakening you with cheerfulness and assurances that we were off to an adventure to make you feel better :).

Grandma came by bright and early to care for Ms. Bodhi while we were at the hospital, and indeed Grandma was looking forward to spending a special day with her little princess :)

Our surgery preparation took longer than the actual surgery, which was true in early ear tube surgery at Noblesville. GiGi stopped by, of course, to give that brave, beautiful little boy special lovin’ before his operation. And of course Mommy and Daddy showered you with extra loving as well, Buddha Bubby. After the surgery, and the surgical nurse came out to advise us Dr. Harmon would meet with us soon, she also commented that all the hospital staff fell in love with our special baby boy, and expressed how much they loved his beautiful, long blonde hair and also commented that he was going to grow up to be a heartbreaker :).

Your surgical recovery hardly lasted thirty minutes, Buddha, you genuinely did manage the surgery experience exceptionally well (though you later told Daddy you “didn’t want to go to the hospital anymore”:)--what a boy). One of the nurses and Mommy carted you out of the surgery center in a wagon and Daddy had gotten our Toyota and was waiting for you in the outer drive—you of course said you wanted to go on another carriage ride when you got home, and Mommy and Daddy assured you after you had fully recovered from your surgery we would make a carriage trip to the ice cream parlor :).

After getting home, we discovered Grandma and Ms. Bodhi getting ready to go off on their adventure, and we coaxed you into staying home with Mommy and Daddy and trying to catch a nap young Buddha. Actually, you did finally fall asleep with Daddy on the floor of our study while Mommy napped upstairs in bed, until close to four p.m. when Grandma and Bodhi returned home and GiGi came by with presents for both of you :).

Daddy had to get off to work, and by the time Daddy got home you both were enjoying a visit from Diana and company and a backyard cookout. Yummmmmmmmmmm—the cookout food was great, Daddy enjoyed what was saved when work was done. As darkness finally settled, the cookout party winded down and Mommy brought the two of you in for “night, night” hugs and kisses, a quick bath, and off to bed to conclude an incredibly busy, hectic, and for Mommy and Daddy a worrisome day.

Daddy talked you into a willingness for one more hospital trip, Buddha, anticipating the removal of both the ear tubes place in your ears today and the taking of your tonsils in a few years—you are an incredible little guy, Jude Liam and you and your sister Emilia Bodhi are loved “to the moon and back!”  

Look at all those precious faces :)