this is for Amy ;)

To all those who think Carter looks more like Jason (Amy...this would be you). I can now prove you wrong:

He might have Jason's eye shape...but the rest is all me. Just look at that hair and smile! No wonder he keeps being referred to as 'she' and 'her'. LOL

My first attempt at a photoshoot!

I'm trying to learn the ins and outs of my new camera and decided to get Carter set up for a photoshoot. He refused sit still so I didn't get too many, but a few that I got turned out pretty good, I think! I learned that I rely way too much on my automatic features, and that I need to learn a little more of the manual features. I also love natural light...I never want to take a picture without it again! And lastly...don't get so excited that you forget to iron the sheet. haha

thought I'd take some testers with the rose first

I am going to post the SOOC (straight out of camera) versions followed by my photoshopped ones, just 'cause I can and because I am sure I'm not the only one that likes to see before and afters:

The never ending cuts of a two year old continues

Alex had another accident today...I swear, this boy is going to cause me a lot of heartache...especially when he starts up sports!

I was telling him to get off of one of his toys before he got hurt, next thing you know he falls backwards and bangs his head onto the edge of a speaker. It was pretty bad and ended up bringing him to the hospital. The doctor put a staple in his head:

He is fine, and running around like crazy already...doc said we can get the staple removed in a week. But I have a feeling this is just the beginning!

Top 5 reasons why this was the best VDay!

no particular order...it was just an awesome day!

5. I can finally park in the garage again, thanks to Jason cleaning it out!

4. I got to sleep in

3. Jason cleaned the kitchen

2. Jason also made me a candlelit dinner, complete with flowers and wine

1. Alex didn't have a single potty accident all day, and he went poo-poo on the potty without any prompting by me!

This Valentine's Day will be at the top of the list for awhile!

Getting Fit in '09 update #5

I am down 3.5lbs this week (against my 'official' weigh-in from last week)! Taking me down to 161.5 for a total of 10 pounds!! I am averaging 2 pounds a week, so I am right on track to make goal by my birthday, just in time for my shopping adventure :)

Things I did this week: worked out twice, ate pretty good (but I can always improve on that!)

Things to do this week: work out (of course), get in plenty of water, and actually journal my food!

News on the Boys! :)

I know, it seems like it's been a while since I have updated y'all on the boys!

First Up, Alex:

We are in the process of potty training! He is doing really well. We only have one or maybe two potty accidents a day. He gets to put a sticker on his chart every time he goes and loves it. Although, it might be becoming boring to him...so I might go buy a new sheet of really cool stickers to renew his love. We haven't gotten him to go poopy on the potty yet, and I keep enticing him with chocolate, but he just has no desire. I hope one day soon he'll get it!

Here's his sticker chart so far:

He also loves wearing his capes around the house yelling 'Sup-a-La'! Jason and I think he is saying Super Alex. And if we yell Sup-a-La with him, he says 'No, that's my Sup-a-La!' He is a pretty funny little guy.

Next up, Carter:

We started cloth diapering him to help save money and to help the enviroment. He looks pretty darn cute in them! I even thinks he sleeps better, I suppose I would too with the super soft microfleece on my bum :) He loves his Kindermusik class and being sang too. He hates getting his diaper changed and it takes about 15 minutes with a lot of screaming. And he just starting leaning in for kisses (which is so cute and heart melting!)

Getting Fit in '09 Update #4

Wow! #4 already? Where has the time gone?!

I am feeling a bit like a yo-yo. First week, down 5.5. Second week, up .5, Third week, down 3.5. And Fourth week, up 2! I did cheat and weighed myself this morning and I was back down 2 from yesterday...so apparently I am holding on to some water.

Things I did this week: Superbowl Sunday pig out (oops!), worked out once, stayed mostly within my points range

Things to do this week: Drink lots and lots and lots of water and stay as far away as I can from salty foods...oh and work out :)