18 Months

So . . . what do you think? I think that I have the cutest babies on the planet! The photo shoot was a total disaster. They were so hard to work with, missed their afternoon nap and were hungry. Can you believe the way she was able to capture the essence of their individuality? This is only a preview, we get the whole shoot next weekend.

Baby Xander

Meet Baby Xander!

Oh . . . He is such a good baby! We are in love and the boys are so very cute with him. They give him kisses all the time and are learning how to be soft.

And - THE PICTURES ARE AMAZING! Great find from a friend. Her name is Carrie Rainey and she is out of the Seattle area, she is doing our 18 month pictures next weekend. I know I can't believe my babies are 18 months already. One great thing though is TIME FOR NURSERY!!!!

Enjoy the pictures. More to come.

A Baby Boy!

We are having another baby boy (we meaning my sister)! He is very healthy and growing as planned. We are so excited to have another baby. Can't wait to meet him. Congratulations Samantha, Jeremy and Jake!

1st Birthday

Gavin Barrett Hansen


Weight 19 lbs 2.5 oz (5-8%)
Height 28 inches (5%)
Head 44.5 cm
4 teeth, 2 top and 2 bottom

He says
Hi
Bye and Bye bye
mama
dada

He knows the commands for
arms up
stand up
wave
come here

He loves
mom
My baby can read DVD
baths
dad
cruising
music
mama's milky
singing

He does not love
getting dressed
diapers changed
baby food
the word "no"






Carter Daniel Hansen


Weight 18 lbs 8.5 oz (2-5%)
Height 28 inches (5%)
Head 45.5 cm
2 teeth on bottom

He says
Hi
Bye and Bye bye
mama
dada

He knows the commands for
arms up
stand up
wave
come here

He loves
mom
baths
being independent
dad
music
talking
big people food

He does not love
sharing
cabinet locks and gates
getting wiped off
going to bed




What a day! The babies had so much fun and there were so many of our family and friends. They loved their cake and were so cute eating it. They were a little hesitant at first, but then just dug in. I had been crying for weeks up until this day, not believing that they were actually going to turn 1. Every time I went to get something for the party or their presents, I would be teary eyed at the cash register. The cashiers just looked at me funny. The time goes by so fast. But I am enjoying every moment. They couldn't be any more enjoyable. They are so different. Gavin is so easy going he loves to figure things out and can play by himself for hours. Carter is a mamma's boy. He loves to interact with me, daddy and Jake (not so much with Gavin). He wants to be entertained. We are just getting started so stay tuned!

Park

We took two walks today, total of over 4 miles. One was to this park. The babies loved the swings and the slides.

Play Date

We had a play date with our twin group and went to an indoor playground. They babies loved the cars and the little roller coaster. It was tough because the older kids were just running all over the babies, but mamma was there to protect them. They are quite the troopers.

First park outing

We went to the park for the first time today. They had fun playing on the slide. It was so good to get outside. They love the fresh air.

Dinner Time

Sunday dinner we had a roast with mashed potatoes and gravy. The babies usually eat along with us now, but I thought I would try and let them eat themselves. By the time these pictures were taken, the spoons had long been gone, but they did get some bites in using their spoons. It was a big mess to clean up, but so worth it. They had a lot of fun and enjoyed some freedom to do something for themselves.



They have learned some simple commands and their favorite is "put your arms up". They were showing us their skills. Brett just kept saying it over and over, and every time they put their arms up. Too precious!

Daddy's Electronics

They secretly know that it drives daddy nuts for them to play with his equipment, so they keep going back for more! Also notice, a lot of the time that Carter and Gavin are playing together, they try and pretend that one another are not there. This is Carter trying to crawl right over Gavin. Gavin wasn't budging though.

Toys

The little guys think that anything but toys are actually toys. It is amusing to watch them and see what they choose to play with! This is Carter climbing in a box.

Kissing

We caught Gavin kissing the mirror. Unfortunately, we couldn't catch a picture of it, but you have to believe me when I say it was adorable. He has also started puckering up for us when we ask for a kiss. So much fun!

Bath & Grooming Time

The babies LOVE their bath time! It is the getting dressed, cutting nails, brushing hair stuff that they hate.

FHE

I don't know how successful we are, but we try to hold FHE. We read out of the Antiguo Testimento picture book, sing and pray.

Nice Days

They were looking on with envy, wanting to get outside and play.


Daddy listened!