Photo Shoot

Sugar!

Those of you who have eaten a meal with the twins know that they do not get much sugar. I think it's helped me stay closer to sane these last few years :) However, there are special occasions and gifts when we allow them to stray from our normal food rules. Our friends Will and Catie brought back these giant lollipops from Disney World after they ran the marathon there. We couldn't not let the kids try them... so we unwrapped a small section and they went to town. They were a little overwhelmed to say the least!

The "new house'

We moved 6 weeks ago to an apartment in Astoria (Queens). It's about 35 minutes door to door from Nathan's work and he doesn't have to transfer trains. We have a lot more space and the neighborhood is much quieter so I'm able to take the kids out and let them walk next to the stroller. We also have a back patio area which is great when my energy level is too low to get them out for a walk.

But apparently they are used to small spaces because they did this to themselves while we were moving in:

Fortunately we had lots of friends and family help us with the move. My dad and Uncle T'Errance were the only ones that we thought to take pictures with but everyone who helped was a lifesaver!

Some pictures

These are a little old, I know but I'm still catching up!

Princess Ava:

Lifelong fans:

This is his "I'm gonna get into trouble real soon" look:

A RARE moment:

Moving:

This is why we had to put up a room divider...

if you ever hear Noah and Ava discussing hats during nap time, it is time to intervene!

New Adventures

Since we got married in August 2003, we have encountered many unexpected adventures. Some we signed ourselves up for and others we have had no control over. No matter how they came to us, these adventures have always changed us and the way we see the world.

We've been in New York for 6 years at the end of February. We NEVER anticipated staying this long but as it turns out, the city isn't done with us yet. Rest assured, as soon as it's possible, we will be on the first flight back to Colorado, but for right now, we moved to Queens to get some more space for us and our family.

One of the reasons for this move, aside from needing more space for our growing monsters - I mean children - is that we are expecting our 3rd in May! It was quite a surprise for us but we are excited and Noah and Ava are excited for the baby in my tummy!

Me & "spud" at 23 weeks