Here a tooth, there a tooth, everywhere a tooth tooth

Over the Thanksgiving holiday both Riggs and Avery decided to cut teeth. As you know Avery has had her bottom two teeth for some time now. Riggs has been teething since he was born ;) For the past few weeks we could see little white teeth trying to bust the skin...finally this week they broke free!! He is now constantly moving his tongue over them. And you know Avery doesn't like to be outdone, she decided to cut her two top teeth over the holiday.

Needless to say the new teeth did not help the sleeping situation in Louisville!

Mommy's first KY game!

Tonight we headed to Lexington for the UK v Tennessee game. Unfortunately the Wildcats weren't able to pull through in overtime. This was the 25th year that they have lost to Tennessee. :( Maybe next year??

We had a great time seeing old friends and tailgating. I must say they sure do things different up here! The air was a bit chilly but Tim had me covered: triple layers, hat, scarf, gloves, extra pair of socks, and a very puffy jacket! This is what they call football weather...personally 70 degrees with no humidity is my opinion of football weather!!

Nothing like smores before heading to the game!

The Guys!

Mommy and Daddy in front of the Commonwealth Stadium

I "heart" chick fil a!

(Obviously I was with all guys - any girl would have told me my hat was riding high)

If the band were bigger they could do a U and a K.

Nothing like hot chocolate to help keep you warm!

Go Wildcats

Kentucky's winning streak starts this year.

On the move

After school, Frances and I headed over to Anne's house to help her get ready for our supper club dinner.  My job was to watch the kids while Anne did was she does best:  clean and organize. 

The weather was beautiful, so we let the kids play outside.  Anne put down a cozy blanket for the twins to play on, but they had other ideas of how to enjoy the great outdoors!

Avery, playing on the blanket....for now!

Hey, what is Frances doing over there?

Don't do it Avery.  Mom said "sit" and that is what we should do!

Avery trying to climb up with Frances.

How did Frannie get up there!?

Riggs started to follow the girls, but realized his favorite toy was outside...

....the swing!

I could push this smiling boy all day long!

And when I was busy keeping sticks and leaves out of his sister's mouth, he just chilled and waited.

Take your time Aunt B, I'm good!

They also explored the courtyard,

though Riggs was not a fan of the hard surface.

And Avery, with the support of Abi, tried to master Frances' big girl sippy cup.

Our Family

Paging Daddy

Our better sleeper (Avery) has the most gracious way of waking up. Rather than thrashing in the crib and demanding morning attention (like somebody else...no names, of course), she calmly wakes around 6am and patiently starts saying "Dada," getting a little louder every couple of minutes until it commands action on our part. I sort of doubt she knows what she's saying, but who knows....it's pretty cool. Love you, little girl.

Enjoying the fall weather

After school and some errands, Anne and the twins came over to enjoy this beautiful fall day with the girls and me.  Riggs, a total boy, had fallen asleep after all that shopping, but Avery was ready to play with the girls. 

She was loving getting all of Charlotte's attention, though was not a big fan of the swing.  At first she was fine, but then started pulling at her ear - a sure sign that the motion was not helping her stubborn ear infection.  She did enjoy sitting on the mats in the grass and kept Charlotte and I busy pulling leaves and sticks out of her mouth.  That girl will eat anything!

Avery was also not content on just sitting on the mat we had set out just for her.  No, Little Miss Determined wanted to explore and get closer to her best friend Maggie (our yellow Lab). 

Riggs eventually woke up and joined in on the outdoor fun.  He loved the swing and would belly laugh when we would push him high (but don't worry Dearie, not too high!).  Of course when his mama tried to capture him laughing on video, he got all serious and would only stare at Maggie. 

That is okay Riggs, Aunt B got plenty pictures of you having a blast!

Little Miss Serious checking Maggie out

Hey, what is this?

I think I will give it a taste.

Charlotte having a ball playing with "her baby"

Avery off to get Maggie

Frances trying to love on Riggs - with him pushing her off. 

What was that!? My mama doesn't hug me like that!

the time of his life

Aunt B, this is much better than that food you gave me yesterday!

so handsome

Aunt B, are you really going to let her keep pushing me?  She really is not qualified for the job.

Adventures in Babysitting

Since Anne is extremely busy with those adorable twins, I have offered my services to blog about her babies when I get to spend time with them.

This morning Frances and I got to babysit for them while Anne ran to the Doc in the Box (another sinus infection).  They spent the morning keeping me on my toes, but we had a blast.

When I got lunch together for Frances, I decided to blend some of it up for the babies.  On the menu:  pork chops, rice, gravy, and green beans.  Wonderful whole, so it should be wonderful blended, right?

I started with Avery since she will eat anything, and got the funniest reaction.

All ready to eat with Maggie batting clean up!

Aunt B, what is that stuff you are trying to feed me?

Really?

Gag me!

Aunt B, I see Avery's reaction.  You must be crazy if you think you can get me to eat this!

Yuck!

Avery, despite her reaction to each bite, would open wide for a fresh bite everytime I offered.  She is a soldier when it comes to eating!  Riggs did try two bites, but after that he hid his face from me.  I had to earn his trust back, but he eventually ate his normal baby food from me.

Sorry kids for subjecting you to this nasty meal.  I promise to be "Fun Aunt B" the next time we hang out.

Who needs toys when you have a trashcan!

Sonny and Cher

She must have overheard us talking...

I have to be honest, the baby books I have for Avery and Riggs have been barely written in...I feel like a bad mother because its usually the second child that has the empty baby book!! I guess I have the excuse of twins :) However I am trying to go back and fill in as much as I can periodically.

This morning while feeding babies I was asking Tim what date should we put as Avery getting her first teeth. I have been seeing them for a while now under the gums and feeling them for the past two weeks. Tim said he didn't think that counted and we should wait until the first one is fully out.

When I was walking to their classroom at Mothers Day Out I could hear Avery SCREAMING! I feel so bad for their teachers when the babies are fussy. Once she saw me she calmed down. The teachers told me today had been one of Avery's worst. I mentioned she has been teething and that is probably what all the fuss was about. Right as I was saying this she gave me a big smile and I saw her TWO BOTTOM TEETH!!! So, its official Avery has teeth! I am sure Riggs will follow in the next couple of days.

I will do my best to write this important information into her baby book.

All dressed up for a baby shower...

Auntie = Homecoming Queen

LSU v Florida