Growing Like a Weed

When I took Sarah's clothes off tonight to give her a bath, I swear she looked bigger than she did when I dressed her this morning. Her hair is also starting to grow. I think she has more of that tonight than she did this morning, too. It seems to have a little bit of a reddish tint like Adam's did when he was little. She is growing so fast!

Kevin was holding her earlier and she started watching her hands, tracking their every move. I think she is going to be rolling over and sitting up before we know it!

We Survived!

We all survived the first week back to work/school. I think Sarah was very happy to be at Mandy's. I'm sure Adam and Ivy entertained her every day. She fussed when I put her in her car seat each day although I think it really was that she didn't want to be confined in that thing.

Adam was so excited to see Ivy on Monday. He had really missed her. When Kevin got home that evening, the first words to him from Adam were "Adam go to Ivy's house today".

I have been so surprised at how tired I've been this week but then I probably shouldn't be. I think I am going to have to start my days with some caffeine. Too bad I don't like coffee.

I received an email with a picture each day and one day got a video of Sarah talking to me. You can watch it, too.

Chilling on the couch with Mommy after a long week.

Happy New Year!

We went to a friend's house to bring in the new year. There were several other children there so Jackson and Adam spent the evening moving from the living room to the basement where all the "boy toys" were. Of course, the kitchen was right in their path so they could stop and snack on the way. The living room had Rock Band set up so Kevin and Jackson tried their hands at being a rock star. Kevin played the guitar and Jackson tried out the drums and the guitar. Sarah was the most perfect baby. She was passed around and even took a few naps. Jackson was so excited to actually be able to stay up past midnight. The boy's never acted the least bit tired. They were very well behaved. The good thing was that they slept the next morning. We were a little worried about Adam but he didn't get up until 8:00 and Jackson slept until 10:45! I'm sorry I don't have pictures but we forgot the camera. Happy New Year!

I Can Do It Myself!

Adam decided that he was going to go to the potty on his own (YEAH!) while I was feeding Sarah this morning. I sent him to his room to get his big boy pants and he came back with "clothes" and proceeded to dress himself. I guess I need to move some clothes from his closet to his dresser drawers. He got a pair of his summer pajamas and refused to put on something else. At least he remembered socks even though they are on upside down!

Three Months Old

I cannot believe that Sarah is now three months old. She had a hard time adjusting to not being held and walked around the past two days after being with family. She finally fell asleep in her swing after my many attempts to get her to stay asleep in her bouncy seat or bed. She has started rubbing her head while she falls asleep. We remember one of the boys doing this but can't remember which one. She looks so relaxed and peaceful.

Christmas at Emily and Joe's

After finding out what Santa brought us and opening presents at home, we packed up what seemed like everything and headed to South Carolina to Emily and Joe's house. Mom, Daddy, Nana, Jamie, Roger, Philip, and Natalie were already there. We ate a wonderful late lunch and then opened more presents. The boys couldn't contain their excitement yet again. We played our annual game of "Dirty Santa". The favored presents had a red theme to them this year. Red pitchers, ramekins, and candlesticks got stolen many times. Daddy got the funniest gift- a penguin who "talks" uncontrollably, but he was holding an iTunes gift card. I think we were all laughing until we were crying. Poor Joe got some mixing bowls, but Emily sure was excited about them. I think we all went home happy- even mom- although I think that penguin may end up in the bottom of the lake, and I'm sure he'll sink with the gadget inside!

The next day we all played Cranium, Roger's new gift. It was a lot of fun and a lot of laughs. We learned that none of us were too good at humming or guess that tune. After everyone left, Emily and Joe led us to McAdenville, a town all decorated with Chrsitmas lights. I thought it was so much better than Tanglewood and it was free! We met at Chick-fil-a for dinner where the boys ran some of their energy out in the play area before hitting the road. I think Adam took energy back to the car with him. He didn't get quiet enough to fall asleep until we were in Burlington- around 10:00pm! This will definitely be a Christmas to remember!

Adam is having a hard time sharing Gramma with Sarah.

Sarah got a beautiful handmade crocheted dress from Aunt Emily.

Adam loves playing with his puzzle. He can undo every single one of the latches. At least he still hasn't figured out the child locks on the kitchen cabinets!

Thanks Aunt Emily and Uncle Joe for the drum set. Jackson loves playing and Adam gets his beat in every once in a while.

On the way home, we had to cram the three of them in the second row so that all of our stuff would fit. They entertained themselves with their new video games.

Back in our driveway. Not even the lights and the cold air woke them. If Jackson only knew that Adam was touching his pillow...

Santa Visits the Faircloth's

Santa did come visit again this year. He brought Sarah a baby gym, ball popper train, and a car seat base. Now she can easily go to the babysitter's without having to move the car seat from my car. Adam got a firetruck, a V-Smile hand-held game, and a monster truck. Jackson got the Nintendo DS he's been wanting since after last Christmas, some games, and accessories.

Sarah never would look at her gym. She kept looking at me and smiling. I guess she thought it was more fun for Mommy to be on the floor with her than to play with a toy.

Jackson and Adam with their games.