Brotherly Love

Fin is often ready for his first nap by the time we need to head out the door to work and/ or his last nap on our way home from school/work.  Here Kai tries to teach Fin how much sucking your thumb soothes ones soul.  (Public service announcement: Yes, all hands were washed prior to the taking of this photograph)

Amusement Park Fun

The advantage of having everyone meet us down in Santa Cruz was that we were able to visit the boardwalk.  I have so many fond memories of family trips to the 'Shore' and adventures on the boardwalk.  It was also the first time we had the chance to see how Kai would react to the rides.  His favorite was a dragon kiddie roller coaster with Daddy.  We even got to take him on the log ride, in which mommy held him tight and sacrificed her sweater so Kai would not get wet (yes, the point of the ride).

Our Baby is 4mths!

He just turned four months and we could not be more excited.  While as big as a 8 month old, he is and will always be my baby!

Stats:

Length: 24 inches

Weight: 19.5 lbs

Checks: HUGE!

Did someone say clams?!

We took a day to go down to visit UC Santa Cruz for Leila.  Ahmad and I went down and the grandparents brought the kids down in the afternoon.  We made reservations at the best seafood restaurant in the area to celebrate.

Kai had his first try of clams and he LOVED them.  I think he has more Demler in him than we are prepared for... He also was treated to a kids sundae where he had some ice cream and as he told the waiter " its my favorite".

Both Kids were so well behaved and it was a long day for all.

Kai enjoying the clam "by self"

Steeler Fan in the making

Mim was in town to help us with the transition back to work and two kids!  Of course she had to bring the necessary Steelers gear.  I would have to say that is one Steeler's fan in the making!

First day of daycare

Well I held it together and this time around Ahmad was there for drop off.  Kai also pitched in (toy testing) the hummingbirds new things while I situated Fin.  I so hope he does okay, I miss him dearly!

Looks who is growing up