Where has the time gone???

Where oh where has the time gone? I blinked and I am going back to work. Tomorrow is my first day back since the end of June. I've never felt so many mixed emotions. I'm nervous, excited, scared, nauseous, sad, etc. 

My time at home with the LPs has been more rewarding than I could have ever anticipated. I love watching them grow and change before my very eyes. I love their little coos.  The way they talk to each other makes me chuckle. I feel like they already have their own secret language. I love their cuddles and how they bury their heads into me while we snuggle. I love how they shake their heads when their paci is close to their mouths in an effort to get it in as soon as possible. I love our time spent breastfeeding and the way they fall asleep when their tummies are full and they are milk drunk. I love watching their eyes roll into the back of their head as they reach oblivion. 

Pierce is so vocal when he sleeps. He cries out for no apparent reason with his eyes closed and paci in place. Knox has a quiet cry and since he doesn't cry often, it immediately gets your attention. He sounds like a little kitten hidden under blankets. 

Just when we are getting into the swing of things with our routine, it is time to go back to work. I feel so fortunate that I am able to be part time but I am going to miss spending every minute with my boys. We worked so hard to get them here, it breaks my heart to have to leave them. I feel like they are in great hands with Lena but I like them better in mine!!!

I'm praying for a great day tomorrow with lots of grace. Grace for myself from myself and grace from those around me. I'm excited to see all of my friends and I am excited to bring new life into the world. I pray that the LPs have a great day and that God takes away my worry. 

Prayers are appreciated!

Neighbors

Sunday morning, Nick dropped mom off at the airport. We are so thankful she was able to come up and luckily, we will see her again next weekend!  

Nick grabbed my favorite breakfast from McDonalds - an egg white delight and small sugar free non fat vanilla latte! We ate breakfast, and fed the boys

Not too long ago we met our neighbors, Pat and Bob, that live caddy corner behind us. They are a couple about our parents age who have offered multiple times to watch the LPs. 

Saturday, Pat had texted asking if we wanted her to come watch the boys Sunday and run a few errands. I told her we would love to and to let me know what time worked best for her. 

Around 1 she texted and said she could come over at 1:30. I was returning some things and told her 1:45 would work for us! I hurried home and tried to get the boys fed before she got there. 

Pat helped feed Knox and I finished feeding Pierce before we took off. Originally our plan was to go get Nick and haircut and gas up his car for the week and then go get lunch. We ended up gassing up his car, getting a magazine and headed to Jblacks for lunch. We didn't even know what to do with ourselves! 

We ordered a glass of wine (which neither of us finished) and a delicious pulled Chicken pizza. We ate, watched football and talked. It was a much needed breather from our normal hustle and bustle. That being said, we were ready to get home and love on the nuggets. 

Pat has a grandson that turned a year in November. Her son and daughter in law live out of state so she doesn't get to see them as often as she would like. I could tell she was eating it up and that warmed my heart. 

The rest of the day was spent loving on the boys. It was my kind of Sunday Funday!

DU Christmas Party

My mom flew in Thursday afternoon. She is amazing. She came in to help me get organized before I return to work next week and to watch the LPs so we could go to Nick's Christmas party at DU  (Deloitte University). 

Thursday we went to Snyder Plaza and found the boys outfits for Santa. We then picked up lunch and my dry cleaning. We came back to the house and the organization ensued! We went through all of my drawers and got rid of things I haven't worn in forever or are too old and ragged that I needed to get rid of them. I then felt compelled to do Nick's.  That was an adventure; however, we are now organized and ready for action!

Nick brought home Velvet Taco and we hung out catching up. Mom and I sent Nick to the spare room so that he could get a good nights sleep and we took care of the boys. They did great! We fed them at 8 and again at 2 and they slept until 7. #winning!

Friday morning, Nick was up and at em and headed into the office. Mom and I got up and fed the boys and got ready. We were supposed to meet Jenny, Drake and Myrick to see Santa at 10:30. First we had to swing by Baby Bliss and get a different Santa hat. We didn't realize one was an x-small and the other was a medium! That's not gonna work!

Northpark was a zoo as it always is during the holidays. I thought it might be a little better since we were going on a Friday but boy was I wrong! 

Santa runs off a number system. We got #180 and were told to return around 1230 to see if we could get in. Sounds like a plan! Off to Breadwinners we went for lunch!  After lunch and strolling the mall for a little while, it was time to check back with Santa. 

Luckily we didn't have to wait too terribly long. I believe we waited about 30-45 minutes. It was enough time for mom and I to change the babies clothes and diapers as well as feed them. 

The boys did great! They stared at the lights overhead and I'm pretty sure Santa was enamored by them. He couldn't stop starring at them :). 

When it was time to take a picture with all 4 kiddos, it was a riot! Sweet MyMy had a complete breakdown while Drake just wanted to help everyone :). Best picture ever!!!

Nick had a car sent for me and I was off to DU to meet all of Nick's new coworkers. And boy are there a lot of them. I was wishing that we had name tags but that wasn't an option :(. 

I really enjoyed myself. Nick works with some great people and he is much appreciated by them all. He was talked about so highly and I couldn't be more proud!

We came home and mom had had a good night with the boys. We fed them and off to dreamland we all went!

5 on Friday

Only 19 more days to get your Christmas shopping done!!! Today, we took the boys to see Santa! Northpark Mall has the most amazing Santa and you're guaranteed to have to wait in quite the line to see him. We were #180 but we saw Santa before 1! Not too shabby!

My 5 on Friday this week is about no other than Christmas!!!!

1.  Candy cane striped outfits by Kissy Kissy.  Mom and I found them at a little boutique in Snyder Plaza called Baby Bliss. They were a little pricy but too freaking cute to pass up! 

2.  Santa hats that were also found at Baby Bliss. The boys look adorable in them and I think Santa was a little jealous ;)

Wearing the hats and outfits!

3. Did y'all get the Nordstrom catalog? I'm pretty sure I want everything in it. We are going to take a peek after pics. I'm really loving this:

I mean how cute??? Bracelet and watch bangles. Yes please!  Only problem for me is if the bracelets will fit my wrist :/

4.  And these:

I have some Burberry wellies that I adore but these would be super fun to have too!!! I love the sock accessory option. You can change up the look. I love that!

5. And this sweater- OMG

Burberry does it again. I wish I could do nothing but wear burberry. Everything is so classic. I love this look!

Anyway, there they are folks! My five favorites this week! I'm so thankful all went well with Santa. Next year may be a little more interesting :). HAPPY FRIDAY!

We made it!

The LPs did great on the car ride home!!! We left my parents house at 4:45 and didn't stop until we got to West around 8. We filled up with gas, took a potty break and changed and fed the little nug-nugs. They were rockstars and slept most of the way. Not to mention we completely avoided the holiday traffic! Score for the Jobs!

The rest of the day was spent unpacking and doing laundry and attempting to get organized again. 

Monday we bundled up and headed to see Dr. Autumn. A huge cold front came in Sunday night but that didn't stop people from getting out of the house. We waited for about an hour and Dr. A fixed us all up!!!

Waiting at Cafe of Life!

We came home and spent the rest of the day snuggling and eating. These boys are growing! I'm just loving their sweet chunky cheeks and little personalities. They are beginning to smile more and I can't get enough of it!

Mom, enough with the pictures!

Knox is milk drunk!

So is P-man!

Snuggles with my boys while waiting for daddy!

Daddy brought chipolte home for dinner. We fed the LPs and then ate and both passed out cold. The boys did great and slept for 4-5 hours. We are not complaining!  Happy Monday to us!

Boudros

This morning, everyone got up and around. We were out the door around 11:15. Quite the feat for 8 adults and 2 infants if you ask me! 

Mom had made the suggestion that we   go to the Riverwalk. Grand idea!!! I have not been down there in a HOT MINUTE!!!

Our favorite restaurant is down there. It's called Boudros (www.boudros.com/). 

They have an incredible margarita called a prickly pear margarita. It's smooth and super tasty. They also have table side guacamole that they make with an orange. I'm not a huge guac person but this is pretty yummy. 

We made it down there and unloaded all 8 of us and the boys. They put a table together and we enjoyed a long lunch. We had to pick up the pace because Amanda had to be at the airport by 3:30ish. We made it in time!

At 6:30, the rest of the crew took off. When mom got home, we played with the boys, did laundry and packed up. Nick loaded the car and went upstairs to get some sleep. Our plan is to be on the road by 4. We will see!!

It was a Thanksgiving for the books. A farcry from my normal work thanksgivings- which are always fun, just not the  same as being with family. 

Friday at MK's

My amazing godmother, Mary Kay (aka MK or KK) had some people over to meet Pierce and Knox on Friday. 

Several people came over. I tried my best to get pictures of everyone who came over, but they are all on my good camera and not my phone :(

MK had quite the spread for us. Lumpia, stuffed mushrooms, meatballs, her famous chicken wings, pretzels and dip and an amazing Chinese salad. There were desserts galore. From my favorite- ladylocks - to lemon bars, brownies and a gorgeous "Pierce and Knox" cake that was DELICIOUS!!!! 

KK's husband, Steve, had put up the Christmas lights and we were able to snap a few pics outside. I loved this! Especially since Nick and I aren't decorating very much for Christmas this year. Our house has been overrun by baby things. Next year will be different. Hopefully we will be in a bigger house by then!!! 

Here are a few pictures of our special day. 

Me and the LP's

Our fam-bam!

Family and friends that we've made our family. Doesn't get any better!!!

KV and Pman!

Knox and daddy

Nick, the LP's, me, KV, Derek and Lollie!