April 1, 2012

Sunday,

Very productive weekend. Finally got Eric to commit to the gym. We went Saturday and Sunday, it felt great. Saturday we played basketball together. We had a baby shower to go to on Saturday and we all had so much fun. Owen's little friend Ayden's mom is having a baby. So Owen got to play with Ayden and Eric help the husband, of my prego friend, watch seven little ones.

Today we went to the gym, went grocery shopping, did some crafts with the kids, did yard work while kiddos slept, died eggs and decorated them, and tried to make rice crispy eggs. Just some great pics of the boys from this weekend.

getting ready for bed.

Watching some TV. Craft time!!

March 28, 2012

Wednesday,

What a crazy month. All I can say is thank goodness it is over. It was not all bad just a bit overwhelming. The kids and Eric were sick most of the month. However we have finished strong. We have had three weddings this month, a baby shower, and a couple babies being born. All in all a busy month.

Jack is growing and changing everyday. He started Cereal on Monday and wasn't sure of it but ended up sucking it down. He rolled over for the first time today so exciting. He is growing so fast. We had a hospital visit earlier in the month because of a stomach virus. He had to get an iv it was a very scary night. Over all Jack is such a happy baby, all smiles.

Owen is also growing and talking up a storm. He is just like his mommy a non-stop talker. He repeats every word that you say. Owen had a horrible sinus infection all month that we finally have gotten over. He has also had six teeth come in and two more trying to break the skin. You can imagine he has been a little fussy to say the least. He has also started the temper tantrum stage so we our working with the timeout chair to get the tantrums under control. Owen starts mothers day out next week on Tuesday. Need a little one on one time with Jack.

Eric is doing well. Just trying to get through all the work changes. We are in waiting mode and it is really stressful for all of us.

My sister got married and had a beautiful wedding this month. Terri was such a beautiful bride. So happy for her and hope she has a wonderful and happy life. Also one of my friends got married and one of Eric's friends got married.

March 5, 2012

Monday,

It has been a crazy end to February. Both kids have been sick on and off for about two months. At the end of February I got a stomach virus which I gave to Jack. We ended up having to take him to the hospital to get an IV and run some test which really sucked. Eric then got the stomach virus from Jack. Owen had RSV again and still has the cough. However, over all we are all finally healthy. So Happy So Very Happy.

Owen is talking up a storm. I feel like he is learning a new word everyday. So we really have to watch what we say in front of him. He is such a Joy.

Jack is becoming more and more alert. He is so wide eyed and smiles all the time. He is finally out of his colic stage and so much happier.

Eric is finally starting to feel better. Between a head cold, stomach virus and something wrong with his ribs he is happy to finally be feeling better. Work is a little stressful but overall he seems to be happy.

I am finally getting to workout at the gym again and Owen loves the kids center at the gym. Overall it is a good match. I feel like everything is going great. We are getting ready for my sisters wedding. She is getting married on Saint Patrick's day.

This month is going to be crazy. We had a wedding last weekend, my sisters on the 17th, and then another friend of ours on the 24th. Two of the weddings are out of town and this will be the first time to travel with both boys. Wish us luck!!

Owen helping his brother out. Owen holding Jack.

Daddy and Owen and Rachel's wedding. Our beautiful family!!

Owen getting ready to party. Jack not real sure about what is going on.

February 5, 2012

Sunday,

Jack has now come down with the cold that Owen got from the doctor office. Jack has slept in his car seat the last two nights so he will not wake up choking on his drainage. Both nights he slept through the night from 10 to 6. Maybe we are on to something. Owen is starting to sound better and seems to be feeling much better. Dressed the boys in matching University of Texas outfits.



Such cute little longhorn fans!!!



Just a great picture of Jack.



My big boys showing some brotherly love!! I can't believe how big Jack is already

My Birthday dinner with some close friends of ours. The dinner itself was a nightmare but hanging with friends was great. We tried to have dinner at Cheesecake factory but the wait was two hours and they didn't take reservations. Why don't restaurants take reservations anymore? We are only going to places that take reservations when we take the kids out. We decided to go to Johnny Carrino's. The service was awful. We waited 45 minute for them just to take our order. An hour and a half for us to actually get food. They tried to buy us off with free cake but we didn't buy it. They gave us all free food. The food was good the service just sucked!! All the kiddos had break downs but none worse then ours. Owen was not having it.

Today has been a much better birthday. Went to Heb, I thought it would be crazy, but it was not. Owen took a morning nap which allowed for relaxing time hanging with Jack. Had a great family time mid day playing with both boys. Then both boys took an afternoon nap and I got a relaxing bath. Lounging around with Eric, during a rain storm, much needed alone time!! One of my girlfriends bought me a bottle of Skinny Sangria which I am drinking while we are watching the start of the super bowl. Owen just woke up and is in the best mood. Life really just doesn't get much better than this. I am turning 31 tomorrow and I feel like I have it all!!

Diane and Kate smiling for the camera. All the mommies, both the girls on either side of me are prego with baby number two.

Paul, Jack and Eric waiting for food to arrive. Owen and Mommy cheesing it up!!

February 1, 2012

Thursday,

Ok so its always something in the Barta house as I am sure it is always something in every house. We started the week with Owen dislocating his elbow. I have been taking Owen for walks around the block. I let him walk next to the stroller so he can get used to following directions and being safe. However there is one place where we cross the street and normally he will hold my hand no problem. On Monday he decided half way across the street that the would pull away and plop down in the middle of the street. When he pulled away I felt his arm give and I guess that is when it happened. I continued to pull him across the street. I was wearing Jack and had the dogs in my other hand so I only had one hand to pull him with. When we got across the street he tried to pick up a rock and he just dropped it and started crying. I realized that something was wrong plus his arm was just kind of hanging to his side. We went into the doctors office, which on a side note there was a sick kid who's mother was letting him cough all over all the kids and the toys. I took out hand sanitizer for Owen and she got hint to get her kid away from him. The doctor was able to pop his elbow back in place she called it a nursemaid. He was perfectly fine after that. Then Tuesday he started to get a little cough. Yesterday cough, runny nose and low grade fever, thanks to the mom who let her kid cough all over everyone and everything. I know that it would be hard but if Owen was sick he would be sitting on my lap until we went back to see the doctor. Just saying!!

So to say the least another crazy week in the Barta house. I am trying everything to keep Jack from getting sick. I have been using a burp cloth to wipe Owens nose and last night Jack had thrown up a little, Owen took the nasty cloth I used to wipe his nose and threw it on Jacks face. I am sure it is just a matter of time. On a positive note he was trying to be helpful. Hopefully we can have a fun weekend.



My sweet sick baby. He is in good spirits.



We did do some fun art work this week. Owen seemed to enjoy!!



New toys from mam-maw and pap-paw.

Just a cute picture of daddy and Jack!!