Birthday and a half birthday for my boys

Yesterday I took Gabriel to the doctor for his six month checkup. All is well with the little guy. He weighed 16lbs 8 oz (35th percentile) and he was 27 inches long (75th percentile). He is growing well, and learning new things every day. His temperment has definately calmed down alot, and he is playing in his crib and pack and play with more contentment. Gabriel is on a regular napping schedule, and sometimes will sleep up to 2 1/2 hrs. in one nap. Gabe still wakes up at night to feed, but usually only once or twice. The first feeding is around 10, when I am still up. Mommy and Daddy are definately getting more sleep these days. Gabe is currently getting up on his hands and knees in a crawling position. I do believe he will be crawling in the next month. If you put and object in front of him while he is on his hands and knees, he will try to go after it. He is such a joy and blessing to our family. God has really blessed me with a wonderful family that I love so much.


Brendon had his 11th birthday on August 26th. He decided that instead of just having a couple of friends go somewhere, that he wanted to invite everyone to our house. We had about 30 people over here, and I did a cookout. Brendon had a fantastic time, and got some great gifts. Me, Eric, and Becky got Brendon a new bike (Schwinn), and he can't stay off of it. He really loved it.

Here he is thanking my dad for his game Cornhole. He loves that game, so dad bought it for his birthday. We have played with it alot. It is really a fun game.

The same lady that made my cakes growing up, has made most of Brendon's birthday cakes. She also did my wedding cake, and is incredibly talented. The cake is always moist, and the icing delish. Here is Brendon about to blow out the candles.

I think that Brendon's 11th year is going to be a challenge. He is really starting to develop that teenage attitude. All in all, Brendon is such a great kid. I love to be around him, and do things with him. I can't believe I have a "tween"! He will be in middle school next year...