Pictures speak 1000 Words

They say pictures speak 1000 words...for our vacation recap, I am going to let the pictures tell the story. Our trip to Hilton Head, while well planned, went nothing the way we thought. The girls had a very hard time adjusting and took 2+ people on most days to hold it together. 35 years ago I came here for the first time...Last week we celebrated the girls 9 month birthday and what would have been my Dad's 64th. Hilton Head has always been my special place. We didn't make it to all my favorite spots, didn't get a lot of sleep, had a few meltdowns (well a lot) and didn't quite get that family picture I always wanted but we had a few moments to remember.

Needless to say we feel a bit defeated with all the effort that went into the trip and are hoping to come up for air soon. The girls are still teething and not sleeping...this phase cannot get over soon enough! Regardless, even though I am at a loss for words (probably due to lack of sleep!), looking through the pictures make me smile. On a positive note we were able to get a little sun, dip those little cute toes in the sand and spend some time with Heather and Scott's parents. Plus Emily kept us fueled by cooking every night. There were are few special moments and for that I am thankful.

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Happy 4th!

We hope everyone had a happy and safe 4th of July! The girls made it to their first parade and loved the bands. Katherine is definitely the dancer in the family and bounces to about every musical note played. (Including mom and dad's singing). Savannah was more interested in her snacks, but they had fun and the weather was perfect! The girls loved waiving the flags (perhaps that comes from Grandma Oroszi and her love of the 4th!) and the big balloons. We also got to see Uncle Tim and cousin Gavin who we haven't seen for a while. Hard to believe the kiddos are only 3 weeks apart. Its fun to see them interact and play now.





The weekend couldn't be more perfect in terms of temperature. We are trying to pack for our big trip and also get out and enjoy the weather and use our new patio. Savannah likes to take full advantage of the space she gets in the stroller :)



 

This is short today but the girls have approached what we found out is the 37/38 week "wonder week" which basically means they are developing all kinds of new skills (dancing, waving, talking etc.) and don't sleep at night. We are going on day 10 or so of restless nights. Fingers crossed it gets better soon!

Enjoy the rest of the holiday weekend!

Lucky 8

Today is our 8 year anniversary and the girls also passed the 8 month mark last week. Its been fun to look back but also think ahead :)





Fast forward 8 years and its pretty cool to see our little family. This picture was taken on Father's Day last weekend.



 

We celebrated and went to brunch at Lindey's (Where we had our reception). It was a perfect morning and we were able to sit on the patio. We are very thankful for Ann and Heather as they watched the girls for a few hours!



 

 

The girls are getting so big! They are definitely little people these days and have their own personalities. They are learning to wave and reach for you when you approach them. They also love to play with their little cups and rings. Savannah loves to talk and somehow has mastered rolling her "r"s. We went out to dinner last weekend and she did it the entire 35 minutes we were at the table. Katherine likes to talk a lot too and said DaDa first only to be mimicked by her sister. She is also still the master toy sorter/stealer. She always has a little pile by her lap. They both have teeth although Savannah has 3 bottom ones and Katherine 2.



Savannah Banana...



Miss Katherine as we call her was very interested in the camera.



We also finished our new paver patio...well it still needs sealed but Scott and Heather finished the landscaping this weekend. We need to add the furniture but I think its coming together pretty well! Lots of progress at least!



We planted one hydrangea bush for each of the girls and for Father's Day Heather made a cement handprint with her hand and the girls feet to put next to the one on the patio. We're excited to watch those grow too. (My original idea was 3 trees, but this seemed to fit our yard a little better!) This is short but I have a little helper (Kate) who is deciding not to nap and help me instead. I think she does this so she can get some one on one time. This is the 2nd time today! :)

Enjoy the week.