January 14

I love this picture because it shows Nicholas sucking on one of the octopus' legs. It's very cute when he manages it.

January 13

Jeb was asleep in the nap nest (we throw a blanket on top of the arch to make it a little darker for them) when I went to put Nicholas down. I was mostly surprised that he stayed in there for as long as he did -- a good five minutes. Nicholas appreciated having some fur to hold.

January 12

Tyler playing in the batting cage.

January 11

Nicholas looks so peaceful when he sleeps...

January 10

I finally got a picture of both boys with their heads up! Woohoo!

January 9

They're so fun to pose at this age! Here we have Tyler pinning Nicholas...

January 8

Tyler is fighting off sleep (and not succeeding).

January 7

Nicholas playing with the ladybug in his "batting cage". He likes the ladybug because it has crinkly wings.

January 6

Air bath! (note their heater in the background)

January 5

It appears that Jeb is not going to move off his spot on the futon to make room for Nicholas. Or maybe, he's there to make sure Nicholas doesn't roll off. It's hard to tell from this angle...

January 4

A closeup of Tyler. He's a very pensive baby.

January 3

I love this picture because it really shows the cute way they look at each other.

January 2

Tyler is really going after those fingers! We're so happy he's figured out how to soothe himself (sometimes).

January 1

Nicholas and Momma C ringing in the new year.

December 31

Tyler is going through the "hand discovery" phase. He loves to hold onto your fingers. He always seems to have a hand in his mouth (we think he might be teething). He shows a distinct preference for his right hand, often holding it in place with the left as shown here.

December 30

Nicholas and Tyler staring at the new octopus toy, a Christmas present from their Uncle Jude and Aunt Erika. Everyone loves this one! Nicholas kept his head up for a good three minutes just staring at it. When they get older they will learn that each leg sounds a different note when you squeeze it, but right now they're just enjoying looking at it. Also, for some reason it smells like vanilla (they like that too).

December 29

Nicholas will happily model the new hat from Aunt Kerrie. He looks as though he's just waking up...

December 28

First swim! Sometimes it's nice to know gay men; they are likely to have indoor heated pools, and they might just invite you over for a swim. That's Tyler waving to you. I wish I could take credit for trying a new photography technique, but the camera was just acting funny. I kindof like it anyway; it gives sortof an underwater feel. Anyway, the babies had an awesome time!

December 27

This is Tyler's maiden voyage in the new batting cage from Aunt Beki. He's really digging it. We have similiar tastes, my sister and I -- I had very nearly bought this just the week before.

December 26

Look at this good head lift from Nicholas! We're such pround mommies!

December 25

Merry Christmas from the cutest little elves on the planet!

December 24

Today we're bringing you the feline members of the family! First up is Bailey, as she was when we returned from an outing. She's just happy she gets to sleep on her couch -- those little noisy monkeys are using it most days.


This handsome fellow is Jeb. He was supervising some tummy time from his perch in front of the bay window until I got his attention.


Zena likes to sleep around the glider, which isn't a problem unless you don't notice her and step on her while carrying a baby. Much tap dancing by both parties will ensue.

December 23

Tyler asleep in his car seat. Isn't that just the cutest little hat? His Aunt Kerrie got them matching (but not identical) hats for Christmas and we are absolutely in love with them.

December 22

Tyler checking out the scenery. I wonder what he's thinking?

December 21

I don't know how we got this picture of them both asleep in their crib but I really like it.