GUY TIME!!

Declan and daddy have a "date" for GUY TIME tonight. Declan is dressed for the Syracuse game. I love having a boy!

Wrong side of the bed

Crazy Day here at the Erwell's. Everybody got up on the wrong side of the bed. Josh and I had spent a rough night with our sweet Declan. It was nice to be able to share the duties with Josh though. When Josh got up, he had to quickly run off to work. Declan was having some of his crying fits/breathing episodes so Mckenna was hysterical and wouldn't get ready so she missed the bus.
It took forever to Camdyn dressed because she ripped off every piece of clothing she triedo on. She was crying for about 40 minutes this morning. During this time, Declan need to eat so I am nursing him on the girls' floor while trying to help Camdyn solve her clothing crisis.
By this time Mckenna was really late to school! She made us aware how late because she gave us time shout outs every five minutes or so. Camdyn opened the front door and the dog took off so now Declan's crying, the dog is running loose, Mckenna is freaking out about being late to school, Camdyn is apologizing for letting the dog out and I just wanted to climb back into bed.

Then it got better...

Mima came by and picked Mckenna up because today was her Grandparents and Special Friends Day at school. Mckenna had a lot of fun singing songs and showing Mima her new desk spot. She even got some goodies and books from the bake and book sale.

At the exact same time, a couple miles up the road, Camdyn had a field trip to Pizza Hut. Camdyn She wore a chef hat and took a tour of the kitchen at PH. Then they each got to make their own pizza. She of course made a plain cheese pizza. She had a blast.

We all met back up and went to the grocery store, bank and a few other errands. All the while trying to referee between the girls and keep Declan happy.

We haven't even had dinner yet and I am ready for everyone to go to bed.

Visit with Grams and Gramps

Camdyn and the massage chair

Where do kids get this stuff. This was a video that we took of Camdyn while Josh's parents were here. Grams' back was hurting so we got out the massage mat that you place on a chair. As soon as Grams got off, our silly Camdyn hopped on.
this was the result...

Best Mom in the WHOLE WORLD

Camdyn is always so quick with the compliments. She will tell the nurses at the doctor's office that she like their gloves, tells Mima she likes her earrings, tells Grams that she likes her nails and always tells her friends that she like their outfits or tutus.

As her mommy, she often tells me that I am the greatest mom. She told me yesterday that I was the "greatest mom in the whole world". Ahhhh, melt my heart. She followed it up with "the whole world but not the sea." I said why is there a better mommy in the sea and she told me that Spongebob has GREAT parents. Are these the standards in which she is measuring me by... SPONGEBOB. My heart melting was quickly followed up by laughter. You make me laugh Cami Cakes.

I can sew!

I made a Hooter Hider. Yes, it is exactly what you think it is. It is a nursing coverup. I have ALWAYS wanted to learn how to sew. Thanks to my sweet and brave friend Sonia, I have sewn my first project. I am so proud of it. Josh and the girls were super impressed.

Rockin' Good Nap

I am so pleased to say that Declan has been rocking and sleeping in his swing for the past couple of hours. He usually wants to be held all the time. This is so unusual for him that I keep checking him to make sure that he is okay. I was able to get so much done! As I am writing this, I have to giggle. I should have knocked on wood because he is now crying to be held. It is time for him to eat anyway.
I am super excited that he was able to sleep on his own. I hope this is a sign that more independent times will follow. WTG Delcan. You have a very grateful mommy!

Josh's Football Game

I packed up the kids and headed to Josh's championship football game. They were so excited. The place was PACKED! We couldn't even find a parking spot. I pulled up near the front door and with perfect timing Josh came out the front door to see if we were there yet. He had enough time to carry Declan in and run back onto the field. We met up with Mima and Bumpa and we were all excited to get to see Josh play.
At kickoff, the clock began to countdown and Camdyn started cheering. "GO DADDY! WHOO HOO!!!" It was a nice surprise when Uncle Ben walked in the door to support his cousin. We all love when we get to see Ben.

Josh played great (he didn't think so but we did)! They won of course. Josh got to take home the Championship Trophy (it is bigger than Declan). The girls were so proud of their daddy. Declan would have been too if he wasn't so distracted by the echoing voices of the indoor field.

WTG Josh. We look forward to seeing you play in the spring.

Declan turned 1 month on 3/19

Happy 1 month baby Declan.
Well it was a big day for baby Declan. After we got his sisters off to school, Declan and I headed to the portrait studio. He kept going back and forth between very good to uncomfortable. All in all, I really enjoyed my first trip to the studio with the little man. I do mean little man. One of his picutes he had his old man face on. As his mama, I can't resist it.




After getting Camdyn from school, we headed over to the doctor's office for his 1 month check up. Anyone who knows me, knows that I love baby stats. (almost as much as I love baby pictures). I love to hear everyone's baby stats. I find it so exciting to hear how much a baby has grown and developed.

Well our little man was born at
6 lbs 14 oz
18 inches long

on March 11th he weighed
7 lbs 15 oz

at his 1 month check up he was
8 lbs 8 1/2 oz
22 1/2 inches long

This is a positive reaction to his frequent night time nursing. Way to grow little man!

Visit with Grams and Gramps

We had a very nice visit with Grams and Gramps. It was there first time seeing baby Declan. The trip was full of snuggles, presents and fun. After dinner on Saturday, the girls packed their things and headed to the hotel for a sleepover with Grams and Gramps. Camdyn was very excited but was only going if Mckenna went. She confirmed that Mckenna would be joining her several times. They both decided to sleep in bed with "Girl Grams", as Camdyn calls her. This left the rollaway for Gramps. Yes, the same Gramps who has had MULTIPLE back surgeries. Poor Gramps.
They had a special treat to go to IHOP for chocolate chip pancakes. They LOVED it. Mckena went to the International Fair for Girl Scouts while Camdyn played outside with Gramps. Grams was busy making a HUGE meatloaf dinner(Josh's favorite).
On Monday morning, Mckenna was thrilled to bring Grams and Gramps into school to see Mrs. Dunne's classroom. Mckenna was really happy, taking a close second to them staying 3 more weeks until Grandparents day at school.
So sweet.