Random

Just wanted to post some new pics.

We have added the Wii Fit to our entertainment selection at home. Here is a funny video of Miya doing the hoola-hoop. Let me tell ya, the 6 minute hoola is quite the ab workout! I would post a video of me doing the hoola, but my mom laughed so hard watching me she almost peed her pants, so I am sparing you an accident!



Here is Miya trying on a pair of mommy's earings (PS we did not let her leave the house with these in). She loves changing her earings to match her outfit each day.


Here is Isaiah wearing socks on his hands as he has a recent bad habit of gnawing on his hands.

Our Little Mermaid

Miya Karin continues to prove to us that she is in fact a mermaid! She has loved water from the time she was little, and this summer is no different. She had her first swim lessons this past week and loved every minute. At the age of four, this little girl can dive for rings, open her eyes under water, jump off a diving board and swim to the side by her self. We might be a little biased, but are quite impressed with her passion for swimming. Check ou the pics of this happy girl. And the amaving video of her learning how to swim underwater.

The Evolution of Baby Products

It has been almost five years since we have had a baby in our home, but the evolution of baby products has not ceased to amaze me this go 'round!

Even though I am not nursing this time, I think one of the greatest inventions since 2003 has been the 'Hooter Hider'...yes I did say "hooter". This fantastic inventions allows one to stylishly nurse your baby while being surprisingly discrete. All while easily accomplishing the end result of fulfilling the basic need of your baby to each (convenient or not).
I'll was going to spare you an image, but I found this one online:)


The Bumbo Seat...I don't have much to personally say about this as we have not personally used one yet...but do plan to...
"The Bumbo(1) Seat is a snug and cozy environment for your baby. This revolutionary infant chair is designed to fit a baby’s posture. Babies can sit upright in a Bumbo Seat as soon as they have head control. More importantly, it helps them develop the trunk control they need to sit up on their own. It is recommended by pediatricians, orthopedists, and physical therapists so you know it is good for your baby. In fact, it is so good for your baby that the State of Illinois has recognized the Bumbo as a medical device and the Mississippi State Department of Health is providing Bumbos for use by their therapists!"
http://www.bumboseat.com/
Random Photo of baby (not our baby) in Bumbo:


The battery operated swing. Yes, we did have Miya in the 21st century, but were given a crank swing as a hand-me-down. We have moved up this time and now have a fantastic battery operated swing, which Isaiah loves! Not only does it swing automatically, we can even change the direction of the swinging! Even though we go through 4 D batteries a week, it is SO worth it!

My personal favorite is the Moby Wrap. This piece of incredibly long fabric has been used quite often with Mr. Isaiah as his favorite position is to be upright. My friend Julie made mine as a gift, and also one for Miya and her baby Chloe.


I have for sometime tried to convince Derek that it would in no way compromise his manhood by wearing it, and after showing him a photo of Tori Spelling's (yes from 90210) husband wearing one in People magazine, he was willing to try it. As you can see, he enjoyed every minute! He does admit is is quite comfortable!
http://www.mobywrap.com/

Baby Blue!

Here is Isaiah...2 months, 10 days old.

Isaiah's Dedication

Here are a few pics from Isaiah's Dedication on June 29th.

Red, White and CUTE!

Wanted to post a few pics from the 4th. We stayed pretty traditional: parade, swim, BBQ and fireworks. Always a great time! Stayed away from the carnival this year however, as pushing a stroller through the crowd is a little difficult, that's ok, there is another carnival closer to home this next weekend.

Funny thing about the fireworks, little man Isaiah decided he didn't want to be left out of the action and watched the whole thing. Quite a contrast to his sister who fell asleep DURING the fireworks when she was 2! He sure is ALL BOY!

Enjoy the pics!

Derek, Joni, Gizmo, Miya and Isaiah


Big sis Miya and lil' bro Isaiah


Isaiah's first 4th of July (not missing a thing)!


Miya - always the STAR!




Miya and Mom staying cool in our shades!

Another Photo of Isaiah!

Here is a pic of the little man today!