My boys

What a great Fathers Day we had. This was the first year we missed the racetrack for reasons we couldn't control but we ended up seeing the whole family at our house for dinner. I think Paul had a great Fathers Day! Today we hung outside since it is finally sunny and hot and tried out all the sprinkler toys we own..what a great day. Nicholas is starting to take steps and I just can't believe it..but good for him. Here are some pictures of my sweethearts!!!

My vow

Starting today I will be better at blogging..at least once a week to update my friends and family on whats going on. I have been really bad and to be honest I didn't think people really checked it but I got so much crap I guess they do. Whats up with the Perainos: Well we put our house on the market this week in hopes of moving in this terrible economy. We aren't in a hurry which is a good thing but we are anxious to get into a different area of the city. Nicholas is already 9 months and is in the 90% for weight (23 3/4#) and height ( 29.5 in). He is such a wonderful baby. He is so easy going and his favorite things right now are crawling at 80 miles per hour, standing by himself and trying to get the courage to take a step, he loves sippy cups and any table food you feed him. I'm still scared because since he has no teeth I feel like he is going to choke but he hasn't yet and loves it. Tonight he tried pancakes and couldn't stop saying mmmmm. It was too cute. Jake went through a really bad terrible three phase but we have noticed that he is coming around and are hoping it is passing. We have a busy summer as always but wouldn't have it any other way...Lots of fun things to do!!!! I'm not able to post pictures for some reason right now so when I figure it out I will

I just couldn't resist! His laugh is contagious

Were Back!!

Wow again how time flies. My last post was when Nicholas was 4 months. Today he is 6 months and what a little character. He has his doctor visit tomorrow so I will update with his new stats. He is now wearing 6-12 months barely. They are a little long but width wise they fit him right on. My newborn is going to be in 18-24mo - but that makes me sad so I will just squeeze him in these for a little longer and pretend he actually fits in these. He sits up great and plays for a long time before he falls over. He really doesn't care when he falls over though and bumps his head..he just laughs at himself and carries on with what he was playing with. He is seriously one of the happiest babies I have ever met. Jake was a good baby too but I'm not kidding Nicholas smiles all day long. He never wails out..if he gets cranky its either he is hungry or tired. What a little angel. We are finally putting him in his own crib this week. It makes me a little nervous because I can't watch over him but I think its time. Jake will be close by so I'm sure they will take good care of eachother. Nicholas now has tried all the vegetables and fruit and loves them all except for the green ones. He gags at every bite.

Jake has been participating in a lot more playdates now that the weather is getting somewhat better. We signed him up for a Tumble Bees class which he loves so far. Mommy even had fun too! We find out if he got in the preschool we signed him up for in April. Its like we are signing up for college. The process is hilarious to me but whatever if he gets in he gets in if not he is still only 3. My parents took us out to Benihana's and Jake was amazed at how fast the cook could cut the meats and vegetables while making music with his utensils and tossing food into his hat. Its still early because Jake hasn't had the opportunity to cook with me since then but I am curious to see if he tries this himself.

We have a lot of fun things ahead especially our vacation to Florida which we are really looking forward too. Jake is really excited to see Grandma and Papa Hoffman at their new house, the ocean, starfish, and Mickeys castle. He also really wants to go fast on the big jet. This is what he tells us. I love kids imagination!!!

Nicholas is 4 months today!!!

Nicholas loves standing in his saucer...I swear I can't believe he is already in this thing.

Jake teaching Nicholas how to work a computer

Nicholas loves his bath time...he just kicks the water over and over

Wow I cannot believe it. Nicholas had his 4 month check up on his 4 month birthday. He is growing like a weed. He weighs 16lbs. 10oz., is 25 in. long and his head is actually a little smaller than the average kid. Quite opposite of Jake. Everything looks great with him! He had to get 3 shots today and Jake was the cutest big brother. He held Nicholas' hand and said "that's ok Nicholas I'm right here for you" I swear the sayings that come out of his mouth are just too funny and sometimes really cute. Jake has been so good with Nicholas....he always brings a toy to him, gets him a binky when he is crying, and even helps him rollover, which now Nicholas can do quite well. Everyone has their own opinions, however we do not think Nicholas looks like Jake anymore except for his nose.

Paul has gone back to work and I can't believe I'm going to say this but it is easier now that he is back. God please don't punish me for saying that. For some reason the boys are on the same schedule with taking naps, eating, playing...so I now have time to workout everyday. Jake has been so well behaved and now even goes to the bathroom all by himself. He always went on the potty but now he tells me he can do it all by himself..so he pulls up his pants, wipes, and even washes his hands. I think when Paul was off we just didn't have a schedule. we had all the time in the world so we just put stuff off and passed the kids back and forth, Although we miss having daddy at home.

The video I attached is of Nicholas laughing really hard. We found his tickle spot, the upper thigh, he is just too cute.

Today or tomorrow we get to start Nicholas on cereal. I cannot wait because if he had teeth right now I think this kid would eat a steak. I am also taking on the adventure of making my own baby food. Hopefully I will stick with it when the time comes.

How Sweet

We have been insanely busy the past month. I don't know where the time has gone. Nicholas is almost 4 months...WHAT!!! I can't believe it. He is already on the go. He sits up all on his own, not for long, but he loves to be sitting up or standing. He doesn't really like the bouncer anymore because it is reclined. He loves to have conversations with you and loves starring at his big brother it is really cute how happy he gets when Jake comes around. Paul will finally be returning to work on Jan. 5. It has been really nice having him around for the past months but its definitely time for him to return. Jake has been really good and has been saying some really funny things...he calls me sweetheart and the stuff that comes out of his mouth...I just can't take it. We can't wait for Christmas and the start of a New Year!!!

Christmas photos

We have been having photo shoots at our house trying to get a good Christmas picture. We haven't got one we really like yet

Mr. Potato Head

So this past week we went to visit baby Anthony. While we were there Jake discovered Mr. Potato glasses. Well he put them on his face and called them his. We were laughing so hard and how hilarious he looked however the laughter then turned even funnier because Jake wasn't being silly about it...he was dead serious that these were his glasses. He went to the bathroom with them on, he kissed everyone goodbye with them on, and even took pictures with them. My sister has some really good ones but my camera was in the car so I got him taking a nap with them on. I took them off him while he was sleeping because they were leaving indents in his head, but when he woke up he was so pissed they weren't on his face.

Also here is a picture of Nicholas bundled all up. He's such a happy baby!!

My little angels

Nicholas' baptism

Nicholas was baptized this past Sunday. Here are both sides of his family along with his wonderful godmother Katie and wonderful godfather Eric. It was a beautiful ceremony and party. Thanks to everyone who celebrated with us we love you all so much.

Halloween

Jakes Halloween started last Friday when we took him to a Halloween party with tons of kids. He loved tackling them all...(somehow we are going to have to teach him that he can't pin everyone to the ground) before he goes to school. On Halloween we went to Grandma Perainos school first to visit her and her classrooms. All the kids were giving high fives...he loved it. Then off to Grandma & Papa Hoffman's where we visited with cousin Charlie and Auntie Melissa for a little before heading off to our Aunts house where the boys ran..and ran...and ran. Charlie and Jake were playing SO good together. By the time we got home Jake was done with his costume, Nicholas was starving...as well as Paul and I. We never went trick or treating around our house but our neighbors came to us so we got to see everyone....

How time flies

Nicholas is getting so big. I put a 3-6 month outfit on him today thinking it would be way to big but it FITS him. It's a little long but I thought for sure he would be swimming in it. Paul is still home and is projected to be home until the end of November. He really did a number on his knee. We have begun the search for a preschool for Jake...I know sounds early but I guess there are waiting lists for all these schools...I think it is crazy. We are signing him up for some classes at our soon to be fitness center where he can play with KIDS... He keeps telling me he wants to go to school with Kids....(its all because of this new cartoon he is watching but I figured while he is interested we should go with it)

Congratulations

Congratulations to my brother and his girlfriend Melissa who got engaged on Saturday!!!! We are so happy for you guys and can't wait for Melissa to officially be part of our family....even though we already consider you family. We love you both!!

Casting Call

So they were having this casting call for the cutest kids at Gap last Friday. I figured I would have shopping to do anyway so if anything I would have free professional pictures taken. Well after standing in line for over an hour and a half (thank God Paul and my mom where with me) Jake was a ham for the camera and the ladies taking the pictures of course. When I opened them up today I noticed that Jakes head is cut off at the top. Nothing is ever free!!!