Someone asked me the other day how old my little ones were. Hmmm. Let me think...oh my! They are 14 months. Time has flown! I noticed the other day that the girls legs come way down in their highchairs. Who knew they would actually fit in their highchairs! Juliana now weighs in at 18.5 pounds and Olivia weighs in at 19 pounds.
Olivia Judith
Juliana Grace
As much as I would love to say that everything is perfect and life is great, we are still struggling with the food issues. We found that ANY fruit will give them a rash. So we are thinking that it their digestive systems are not completely developed. The doctor did say this would happen since they were preemie. So far they like lettuce, noodles, and lots and lots of bread. I never knew a child that got excited about bread the way my girls do.
This week we decided to join our friends in a yard sale. On the two days that we had it it was extremely hot. The first day it got to 97 degrees and the other 94. Mike and I took turns with the girls at home and then we brought them out in the afternoon. The last day we asked a friend to take care of them in the morning since Mike had a meeting and it was too much for the girls to be out and miss their naps. For the time they were out there, they did very good. We kept them cool with ice water and filled their bellies with bread (and baby food). Overall it was a successful two days.
Girls going for a ride with Daddy
For the rest of the week we decided to relax at our friend's pool. We can definitely tell who out of the two girls loves and hates the water. When we arrived at the pool, I changed the girls into their swimsuits. I took Olivia's feet and dipped them into the pool. She didn't like that at all. She in fact clung to whomever she could get to hold her. Juliana on the other hand, loved the water. She splashed in it and kicked her feet and wanted to put her face down in the water. I do believe she is going to be our little fish. Eventually Olivia will get used to the pool and she will love it I'm sure. We just started our summer so, she will have plenty of pool time to come.
Olivia Judith
Juliana Grace
Just another quick update: the girls are not walking yet, but they will stand independently. Once in awhile, we will see Olivia lunge forward hoping someone will catch her...and of course we always do. Juliana has attempted to take a step but as soon as she lifts her foot, she falls on her knees. I am sure in due time they will be running around here and I will be trying to keep up with them once again.
Juliana trying to play the piano.
Olivia
As for words: Juli and Livi are in a habit of repeating certain words. Juliana learned the word hot from our friend Bob. She was saying it the whole time she was in the pool. She also has learned the word "mor" when she wants more of something. Olivia still says "Was tat?" but she has added more jibber words as if she is telling me a story. It is so sweet to hear my little ones try to talk. It will be nice when they start communicating their needs. That will be very helpful.
Playing together.
Now it is time for lunch again and I must go prepare for the girls.
On another side note: for those that read these blogs. I have cut back due to time, but rest assured that I will have a new post every month. If something amazing happens within that time frame I will be sure to blog to keep you updated. Thank you for sharing in our girls lives. We love you all.
Juliana's smile!
My serious Olivia. :)
