4 Month Stats

My girls are 18 weeks old today and had their 4 month check-up on Tuesday. They are currently in their cribs dreaming of a Texas win tonight. Come on Texas, you don't want to crush 2 precious 4 month old's dreams, do you? DO YOU??!!

Excuse me. Sometimes I get carried away.

They had an excellent check-up at the doctor and were little angels, despite eating about an hour and a half after they normally do. I was totally sure they were going to freak out halfway into our appointment. Turns out I should have been concerned that our stroller was going to spontaneously combust. Tyler touched it and the handle completely popped off and flew across the room. Super.

Anywho...back on track. The stats:

We'll start with Elle. Because she's the oldest. Not my favorite. Next time we'll start with Kate because she's the youngest. And not my favorite.

Weight: 14 lbs 9 oz (suddenly the back pain is making so much more sense)
Length: 25 in

Kate

Weight: 14 lbs 4 oz
Length: 25 in

And while we're at it, let's list some of their likes and dislikes. Just for kicks.

Kate (ha, see, starting with her this time. Can you tell I have an issue with making sure neither they nor anyone else think I have a favorite? I may need therapy.)

Likes: Cooing; Laughing - especially at her Daddy; trying to hold her own bottle; talking to animals - the kind that hang from her bouncy seat; kicking; looking at the world around her; sucking on her fingers; drooling - a LOT; bathtime; cuddling
Dislikes: Her blocked tear ducts; Neck cheese (yeah, I know you all just threw up in your mouth a little bit, but we're all about honesty here); being put down for a nap - even though she pretty much immediately falls asleep; sitting in the bumbo

Elle

Likes: Standing up. The kid would do it all day if my arms didn't get so tired; Making velociraptor sounds - could also be interpreted as pterodactyl sounds; staring intensely - she's going to be excellent at staring contests when her attention span allows; bathtime; laughing; sitting in the bumbo; her pacifier; her aquarium play gym; grabbing things
Dislikes: Not being able to stand up on her own - she arches her back like she really needs to go somewhere and she does not need your help getting there; tummy time; naps

Happy 4 month birthday girls! I can't imagine life without you two.

NYE at the Burns' House

9:45 pm:Don't be jealous. Tyler snoring on the couch, the girls snug in their cribs, and me watching a movie on Netflix. Good times. My how things have changed! I honestly wouldn't have it any other way. Well, it might have been nice if Tyler was awake. :) But don't worry, I woke him up at midnight and made him say "Happy New Year."

Happy New Year to all of you!

Rollin'

Elle: Hey Mom, look what I can do!
Kate: Hey yeah, me too Mom! I'll do it twice and then when you get the camera out, I'll act like I'm entirely too busy eating my hand to roll over.

So without further adieu, here's Elle - rolling over! And hopefully soon, we'll capture Kate doing it.

Misheard Lyrics: Christmas Edition

I know Tyler is so glad that he and his misheard lyrics continue to be fodder for my blog. It makes me laugh so hard though, that I feel I need to share with everyone.

We were listening to the Carpenters "Home for the Holidays" yesterday and here is Tyler's version of it:

I met a man who lived in Tennessee
And he was 7 foot 4.

AHAHAHAHAHA. I had to sit down I was laughing so hard. Actual lyrics:

I met a man who lived in Tennessee
And he was headed for...

He said "I was wondering why there was such a tall man in Tennessee." We grow them big there, honey. That's why.

That guy cracks me up. Every day.

Merry Christmas everyone!

Elle(ephant)

Hmm...what is this? Whatever it is, I bet it's delicious.



















Yep, I was right - it IS delicious!















Clearly, Elle doesn't miss many meals.

Talking

So the girls' have started to acknowledge each others existence more and are even "talking" to each other! Except usually it's really just Kate talking and Elle looking at her like she has much better things to be doing. See video below - Elle did actually smile and acknowledge Kate's jabbering, but didn't do much talking back!

In other news - Elle is LOVING standing up right now. The girl is strong as an ox. She will just hang out standing, looking around, for as long as you'll hold her there. Kate however, knows she's got a good thing going with being held and will only stand for a few seconds at a time when she feels like it. She does, however, love tummy time. Elle usually acts like she's being put through some sort of torture after about 5 minutes. They are both doing great sitting and holding their heads up and are smiling and laughing all over the place. So far, I think 3 month old's rock.

Babies as Elves = Hilarity

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