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!

5 on Friday!

Here are my 5 favorite things of the week!!!

1.  My new booties!!! I'll be honest, I was so NOT on the bootie bandwagon when they first became popular. It took me a while and I started out slow. Now I own multiple pairs. They are the perfect mommy shoe! I got these at Nordstrom Rack for $37!!!

2.  Long tunics. I love anything that I can wear with leggings and covers up the camel toe and butt! I got this one at H&M and I wish I had gotten every color. 

3. Leggings. I know that some people don't consider leggings appropriate but I do! I love them and would live in them daily if I could. These are from Soma. They are a little pricy but they are not see through ( that's a biggie!) and they are thick but not too thick!

4.  Etsy. I ❤️etsy. It has everything you could ever need or want. I'm especially loving these outfits for the boys that our friends Whitney, Clay and baby Gunner got us! Too cute right!?!?!

5. OPI nailpolish. I am in need of a mani/pedi but it won't be happening for a while. In the meantime this is getting me by. 

Here I am sporting all 5 of my favorite things this week!!!

Happy Friday! I hope everyone had a blessed Thanksgiving. There's so much to be greatful for!!!!1

The LPs First Thanksgiving!

Happy first Thanksgiving Knox and Pierce!!!!  You both have followed the age old tradition of eating and sleeping. Way to go!!!

Last night mom and Amanda slaved away in the kitchen prepping for today. They made sweet potato casserole,  gourmet potatoes and my moms famous brownies. 

This morning it was green bean casserole, a green salad, orange jello salad, pumpkin cake, rolls, ham and of course, turkey!!!  Everything was delicious! Hats off to the chefs!!!

This year, Nick and I have more to be thankful for than words can describe. We are thankful for our doctors- Dr. Pinto for assisting us in getting pregnant and Dr. Gaitonde for making hard and important decisions when I went into labor multiple times. For a fairly healthy pregnancy and most importantly for our two little guys who made it onto this earth safe and sound. We are eternally grateful for all of the blessings in our lives - especially those bestowed upon us this year. What a ride we have been on - and will continue to be on with the LPs!!! 

We are thankful for all of the love and prayers we have received and we cannot express our gratitude. Give thanks to The Lord for he is good. His love endures forever. 

We are family!!!

Wednesday we spent the morning cleaning the house, doing laundry and anxiously awaiting the arrival of my Nana, Aunt Debbie, my Aunt's fiancé, Loren, and my cousin Amanda. 

I am beyond thrilled that they are able to come out to celebrate Thanksgiving with us, but I'm more excited that they are able to meet the boys!!!  

We spent the evening enjoying each other's company, loving on the LP's, eating pizza and drinking wine. It all went by so fast. Before we knew it, it was midnight and time for bed. 

Nana with Knox

Aunt Debbie and Loren with Pierce 

Nana with Knox

Amanda with Pierce

Nana and Aunt Debbie status post feed!

I love my family and I want to embrace every second of them being here :)

Lazy days

Monday and Tuesday were spent holding, changing and feeding babies. My dad took the week off of work so it's been the two of us during the day loving on the LPs. They've been awesome as usual!!!  Here are some pics from the last few days :)

Louie loving on Pierce

Then it was Knox's turn :)

Sweet dreams Sweet P!

Maybe one of my favorite pictures of all time. Tell us how you really feel about tummy time Knoxwell!

The LP's snuggling in their wombies!

Mommy and her nuggets

Doesn't everyone get to chill like this???

Mommy, I'm so happy!!! -K

Just making breakfast! We have two growing boys!!!!

Mommy, you're funny!!!! -P

Hope everyone's having a wonderful week! The LPs are getting spoiled rotten!!! 

Weekend with Tutu and Papa

Friday my dad went to work but mom was off. We got up, got theboys and   ourselves ready, and headed to the hair salon. I was in dire need of my glam squad!!! 

Tutu and P with his "thinker" look. Love!

Vicki and Abby worked their magic and I walked away refreshed and renewed!!! 

Abby and the boys

Vicki with Pierce, me, and Abby with Knox

After my hair appointment, mom and I had a leisurely lunch at one of our favorite little mexican restaurants.  We fed the boys and then headed to do a little shopping. We found a few awesome things at Nordstrom Rack! We also were stopped by several people because of the twins. One person had a set of 8 year old girl twins and she told me the first year was a blur. I believe it. That's part of the reason I'm doing this!!!

We headed to H-E-B to get some groceries and while we were shopping, we heard rain and thunder. Uh oh. Sure enough, it was POURING outside. The sweet carry out guy helped me get both boys to the car while mom checked out. We all made it safely in the car and home. Papa helped us unload the car and the boys. It's always an adventure!

Tummy time at Tutus!

We ate dinner followed by ice cream :)! Perfect Saturday night if you ask me!!!

Sunday we got up and around. We fed the boys and headed out to Bulverde to order the boys Christmas presents. My mom and dad are getting them matching Jon Hart bags. Nick and I have a lot of Jon Hart pieces and I want the boys to start their collection. I'm really excited about them! It also helps that everything was 20% off. That is rare for Jon Hart!

Afterwards we stopped by Ms. Vicki's. She had been busy putting up her Christmas decorations and her house was like a winter wonderland. The boys are going to love going over there when they get older. She had 8 trees up!!! We visited for about an hour and then headed to Beth's. 

Tutu with Pierce and Ms. Vicki with Knox

Beth and Wayne sold their house and are building so they are currently living in an apartment. Beth had her reconstructive surgery Friday after her double mastectomy. She was in good spirits and I thought she looked great! She was moving slow but nothing unexpected. 

When mom and MK were in Dallas for my sip and see, we went to Northpark. It's one of the few malls that has a Spanx store. The doctors want Beth in Spanx because they did liposuction to give her her new breasts and she needs the compression. So mom bought her a few options and we got her all hooked up. Please continue to pray she has a speedy recovery that is complication free. 

Getting loved on by Annie, Beth's dog!

After our visits, it was time to get the boys home. First, we needed food! We stopped by Las Palapas. Unfortunately, what I ordered was not what I thought it would be. I don't think my mom's meal  was what she thought it would be either -so dinner was a bust. Mom ended up whipping me up a yummy salad and all was well. 

Sunday night we tried giving the boys a little more breastmilk before putting them down to see if they may sleep longer. Our theory would have worked had Pierce eaten his whole meal. Unfortunately he gave up with an ounce left and woke up SCREAMING at 3:15. Oh well ;). Nothing a little breastfeeding can't fix! I love my one on one feeds. They don't happen often when you have two- unless you are ok with always feeding! I am not...it only led to pure and total exhaustion for me. Anyway, Knox ate his whole 3 ounces and snoozed until 5:30!! We will try again Monday!

Love that they are in the same position! They look so much alike! 

Hope y'all had a great weekend!