Hyrum's Latest Tricks

Hyrum recently learned some new tricks. He has seemed so big since we brought Miles home and now that he's learning and doing more, he seems even older.

New trick number one:

He loves to go exploring! He walks around the house just laughing and grinning. It's his new favorite thing.

New trick number two:

Dan taught him how to throw, and he loved it! And what he lacks in aim and distance, he more than makes up for in enthusiasm!

I wonder what new trick he'll learn this week. . .

My New Normal

It's been an interesting few weeks adjusting to life as a mother of two. Hyrum is as busy as ever, and keeps me on my toes. He is currently attempting to climb into the dishwasher. Hmmm. . . I should probably go do something about that.

I'm back. Disaster avoided.

Last week my mom came to spend the week with us. It was a huge blessing to have her here. Dan got strep throat the beginning of the week, and having her here to help take care of things took a huge burden off of me. I think that out of all of us, Hyrum loved having her here the most. He followed her around all week, wanting her to hold him and play with him. He wouldn't even leave her alone when she was working on some sewing projects:

But now, my mom is gone and Dan is back at work. It's time for me to get used to my new normal. Part of my new normal is rescuing Miles from Hyrum. Hyrum loves to pat his head, poke his eyes, and put his finger in Miles's mouth. After all, what are big brothers for?

It may take some getting used to, but I am so grateful to be able to stay home with my two little boys. When Miles went to the doctor last week, he was gaining weight and doing really well. He's a really calm, content baby and we love having him in our family!