Juli & Co.

Olivia's first "real" cereal was the day before this photo was taken. Our camera batteries were dead and so I just figured we would take pictures the next time (poor second child). Too bad by the time "next time" rolled around she wasn't nearly as enthusiastic about it. The first time was great though. Nick and I were both cracking up laughing I...

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Just looking back at some of the photos from Olivia's birth. I cannot believe how much she has grown and changed in just four short months.Here was our first little peek at sister. It looks like Nick has some photo skills himself. LOVE these! ...

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Olivia is growing "beautifully" as Dr. Lestz said. She said she couldn't ask for a more beautiful growth curve. Haha. I'm so proud. :)weight: 15 lbs 7 oz (81%)height: 26 in (93%)head: 16.5 in (71%)BMI: 16.05She got four vaccines today. No fun. She cried and Luke watched. He was out the door in a flash after he watched sister get her shots. Little...

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...it takes all evening to find time to use the potty.On our way back home (at 4pm) I began to feel like I needed to tinkle. We arrive home and both kids are asleep so I carry them in, unload the car, greet the hubby, and again I am reminded I need to tinkle. I begin to head towards the potty when Olivia...

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As the self-appointed, and by self-appointed I mean by default (it was either Lukey or me and we all know how the latter choice would have ended), keeper and hider of the Halloween candy, I cannot be trusted. And since when did a bag of candy cost $12.99??? That's insane! So, our two measly bags of candy (all 25 bucks worth) are slowly...

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I realized today that, if taken literally, I am kind of a scary mommy. I wonder why phrases like "come here, let me wipe your face off" and "let me brush your hair out" send the poor kid running a screaming. He is really scared! I realized today that, if taken literally, I am kind of a scary mommy. I wonder why phrases...

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Our neighborhood mom's group put together a "trunk or treat" event last Friday and the kids had such a great time. Afterward, we all headed down to the park and had a pot-luck picnic and grilled out hot dogs. Luke refused to wear his "blue monster" costume. Surprise, surprise! I told him Buzz was dirty and we had to wash it and thought...

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Me and Stacey (my best friend and the bride-to-be)Me and NickThe girls (don't ask...I have no idea what I am doing with my head...haha)Olivia and "Grandma" WandaGame time! ...

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You will take one more picture with Buzz Lightyear, and you will LIKE it! ...

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Crazy already! Love it! I think he'll fit in with the boys just fine. ...

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Luke's new obsession...a buzz lightyear costume I found at a kid's consignment sale last week. He wears is ALL DAY LONG. It's the first thing he asks about in the morning and wants to know where it is at all times. He even wore it out to eat last night. Everyone was coming up to him saying "LOOK! It's Buzz Lightyear!" He would...

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And, of course, the cutie patootie had to hijack a few shots.I have a ton more to sort through, but just wanted to post a few tonight. ...

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I'm not quite sure what the fuss is over this photo, but I love it. I can't really say that I am an Angelina fan, but I do love seeing how real her life is. Not to mention, I give the girl serious props for not only breastfeeding twins, but also being the mom of six small kids. I love what she said...

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We had this for dinner last night and it is delicious! This is the BEST snapper I have ever had. It's even better than the snapper we caught fresh in Florida and had cooked for us at a restaurant. GRILLED SNAPPER FILLETS 1/2 c. olive oil2 tbsp. granulated garlic2 tbsp. lemon or lime juice1 tbsp. dill weed1 tbsp. ground mustard2 tbsp. hot sauceOil...

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Boomer-rangs, Boomer-rangs!We're going to play at Boomer-rangs!This is the little song we've come to sing as we chugga-chugga out the door to our new favorite hang out. We LOVE this place! Luke runs around like a wild indian until his little legs turn into noodles and he has bounced all his bounces out. While Olivia and I sit and relax at one of...

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Rest assured, everyone, we finally found a buzz lightyear. If you've talked to me lately, you would know that I have been slightly stressed out about this.My sister snagged one at Target last night for us and now it is safely hidden away in our closet until "Santa Claus comes down the chimney, eats up the cookies, and leaves it on the fireplace."...

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{yesterday} I am at my wits end with him. It's 6pm and I am counting down the minutes until Nick makes it home. Luke insists on picking out his own sippy cup. He is standing on the kitchen counter, with me behind him, with his finger on his chin, going "hmmmm...hmmmm". This goes on for at least two minutes. I finally say "okay,...

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...oh, you know. A little of this, a little of that...mainly, a little of that. ...

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{all the things i love about today}synchronized nappinga clean housemostly done laundryall the fixin's for some yummy, gooey ice cream sundaesseeing my son apologize for pushing his cousin and then smiling and telling him he is still his best friend, completely on his own. new APPLE GREEN curtains in the kitchenoverhearing Luke and Kailey's conversation wherein Luke said "i'm mad at you" and...

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I was going through some shots I took of Olivia the first week she was home. It's amazing to see how much she has changed already. I love the natural grain in this shot.Again, click on it to see the whole picture. I hate that my flickr pics always get cut off. Have to try and fix that. ...

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Luke's new favorite snack...all natural cheetos...not sure how cheetos could be "natural" but that's what it says and it makes me feel better. So here's to cheetos! ...

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Laurin's baby shower was this morning and I'd say it was a success. Everything ran smoothly and everyone seemed to have a good time. The cake was adorable and the food was de-lish! This cracks me up...Laurin unveils the belly...her friend, Tara's, face says it all. For some reason my pictures get a little cut off on here...click on it to see more...

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...how much I love Palin?? She is such a breath of fresh air. What a fun debate to watch. Palin totally kicked Biden's hiney! ...how much I love Palin?? She is such a breath of fresh air. What a fun debate to watch. Palin totally kicked Biden's hiney! ...

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Oh, how I love her little tootsies... ...

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