Thursday, August 5, 2010
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Bonjour!
Derek and I just returned from my business trip to the Netherlands and France. We packed a lot of sight seeing into a very short amount of free time. For souvenirs, we purchased the kids berets. When we got home, the kids were so excited to hear that they were getting a present. Derek handed out the berets. Addie promptly put it on her head and then said, "now, I am ready for my present." Sorry to disappoint!
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Monday, March 22, 2010
Monday, March 15, 2010
Potty Training Continues...
We just cannot get the girls potty trained. As you can see from the pictures, Addie doesn't quite use the undies for the intended purpose, and Lila keeps stealing Will's undies! Will, however, is doing a fantastic job staying dry.
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Mr. William
Our little guy has been diagnosed with "Failure to Thrive" syndrome. It sounds absolutely awful, but it relates to his lack of weight gain over the last several months, not any developmental delays. Will's weight on 11/9/09: 23.4 lbs. Will's weight on 1/4/2010: 23.4 lbs. Will's weight 3/5/2010: 23.4 lbs. Thankfully, the condition appears to be related to inadequate nutrition versus an underlying medical condition. Will's blood tests and kidney function tests came back normal.
Of course, I am horrified that I have not provided Will adequate nutrition. But, any one that knows Will is acutely aware how of particular he can be. A very picky eater. Despite all of the pizza, milkshakes, cheese, and sausage offered over the last few months, he still has not gained any weight. He does like milk, however. So, we will increase his milk-based nutritional drinks from 1x daily to 4x daily. And, if any one has any super-fatty recipes, send them my way!
On another note, Will is almost potty trained. It turns out that my very particular boy does not like a soiled diaper. He prefers his undies to a diaper, and accidents are typically attributable to Mommy and Daddy not getting him to the potty in time. Lila will use the potty chair but does not have a strong drive to prevent soiling her diaper. Now, Addie, she has absolutely no interest in this potty training business. She is strong-willed, and I suspect that one day she will just decide that she is done with diapers. But for now, I chase around little bare-bottomed kids, hoping to get them on the potty chair.
Of course, I am horrified that I have not provided Will adequate nutrition. But, any one that knows Will is acutely aware how of particular he can be. A very picky eater. Despite all of the pizza, milkshakes, cheese, and sausage offered over the last few months, he still has not gained any weight. He does like milk, however. So, we will increase his milk-based nutritional drinks from 1x daily to 4x daily. And, if any one has any super-fatty recipes, send them my way!
On another note, Will is almost potty trained. It turns out that my very particular boy does not like a soiled diaper. He prefers his undies to a diaper, and accidents are typically attributable to Mommy and Daddy not getting him to the potty in time. Lila will use the potty chair but does not have a strong drive to prevent soiling her diaper. Now, Addie, she has absolutely no interest in this potty training business. She is strong-willed, and I suspect that one day she will just decide that she is done with diapers. But for now, I chase around little bare-bottomed kids, hoping to get them on the potty chair.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Big Girl Bed
We are in the process of converting the kiddos' cribs into daybeds. I am so frightened to think of the three of them roaming freely about the upstairs, but crib jumping seems quite dangerous! We decided to convert one crib a weekend for the next few weekends. Last night, we started with Addie, the kiddo who we thought would be most difficult to keep in bed. Tears started streaming down her face when she saw her newly configured bed. But, within five minutes, we had her convinced that the new big girl bed was very special. She told me that "she needed to try it." So, we put everyone in bed, and then Derek and I stood in the hallway waiting for Addie to escape her new bed. But, nope, she stayed there all night and woke up with a big smile on her big girl face 11 hours later.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
My Snow Angels
We have been anxious to take the kids out to play in the snow. The recent warming trend allowed us to get out today. These are some of my favorite picks!
Friday, November 20, 2009
The Amazing Wonder Horse!
Grandpa Rick refurbished his 1950s Wonder Horse. As a child, he spent many hours on the horse, so many hours that the neighbors in the below apartment would ask him to take some breaks! Anyway, the kids really seemed to enjoy the Wonder Horse. Thanks, Grandpa Rick
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
The Holtlets Turn Two!
Instead of a "birthday," the Holtlets essentially got a "birthweek," celebrating with family two weekends in a row. I think the extended celebration was quite reasonable, since they have to share the actual birthday! Here are some of my favorite pictures from the events. And, click the Flickr link to see some of our summer photos. Thanks to Rachael Schirano, a photographer and fellow triplet mother, for taking these pictures (www.schiranotriplets.blogspot.com).
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Where has the time gone?
I have nothing to say for myself. I have been a terrible blogger. No excuses. Well, maybe just a few... September just flew by. In 14 short days, I managed to drive to Atlanta to see my sister (with Lila, Grandma, and Grandpa), visit St. Louis with Derek and the kids, fly to New York City for work, and then drive to Kansas City with Derek to see the Raiders. What a whirlwind. I am still recovering. But, back to NYC for work next week.
I cannot even begin to tell you how much the kids have changed since my last post. I can no longer count the words that they know. They are not yet using complete sentences, but they certainly know how to get their points across. Last monday, Derek turned on Monday Night Football. Addie promptly reacted "no football, daddy." I love this girl! Will and Lila are also quite vocal. When frustrated, though, Will resorts to crying, and Lila emits an ear-piercing scream.
We took down "baby jail," so the kids now have access to the entire first floor, not just the family room. Oh, what little monkeys! They climb the stove, play in the dogs' bowls, crawl in the cabinets... We have stepped up our baby-proofing efforts, but it is hard to stay ahead of them!
P.S. I should have more time for posts now that football and post season baseball have started. :-)
I cannot even begin to tell you how much the kids have changed since my last post. I can no longer count the words that they know. They are not yet using complete sentences, but they certainly know how to get their points across. Last monday, Derek turned on Monday Night Football. Addie promptly reacted "no football, daddy." I love this girl! Will and Lila are also quite vocal. When frustrated, though, Will resorts to crying, and Lila emits an ear-piercing scream.
We took down "baby jail," so the kids now have access to the entire first floor, not just the family room. Oh, what little monkeys! They climb the stove, play in the dogs' bowls, crawl in the cabinets... We have stepped up our baby-proofing efforts, but it is hard to stay ahead of them!
P.S. I should have more time for posts now that football and post season baseball have started. :-)
Thursday, July 30, 2009
All Star Fun
A couple of weeks ago, we attended some of the All Star festivities in St. Louis. We happened upon the line to meet Jack Clark. He was quite friendly (and a fan of Will's Pumas). Note that we are not sexist, despite just having Will's picture taken with Jack Clark. Will, surprisingly, was in the best mood.
The kids are doing well. They love to dance, and they have some great moves... especially Addie. Will is our singer. He has a smashing rendition of "Row, row, row your boat" that uses only two words, row and merrily. Oh, and Will has a new way of expressing his anger. He will roll from one side of the room to the other. It's a bit comical. Last but not least, Lila is such a sweetheart. She loves to cuddle and is the best at giving hugs and kisses. Oh, and she went to the petting zoo yesterday and did not scream at the animals. Such progress!
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
A fun night out
This past weekend, Derek and I attended a close friend's wedding. We certainly enjoyed a night out without a curfew!
Overall, the kids behaved for Grandma Linda and Grandpa Rick, although the girls are really beginning to fight...hitting, pushing, etc. Will is quite passive compared to the girls, but he will reach a point when he stands up to his sisters! So, we are utilizing "time out" more and more. Will and Lila are infuriated when put in time out. Addie, the little stinker, doesn't seem to mind. She spends her time flopping around in the pack n' play and giggling. Oh, is she going to be trouble!
Overall, the kids behaved for Grandma Linda and Grandpa Rick, although the girls are really beginning to fight...hitting, pushing, etc. Will is quite passive compared to the girls, but he will reach a point when he stands up to his sisters! So, we are utilizing "time out" more and more. Will and Lila are infuriated when put in time out. Addie, the little stinker, doesn't seem to mind. She spends her time flopping around in the pack n' play and giggling. Oh, is she going to be trouble!
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Road Trip
Earlier this month, we drove to Wisconsin for a mini family vacation. Our fears of toddlers on a long road trip kept us close to home. But, it was far enough to leave our "everyday" behind. We were joined by my parents and sister, brother-in-law, and niece. It was unseasonably cool, so we did not get to play on the beach as anticipated. But, we had a blast just staying up late talking. At the end of the vacation, we tried to get a picture of the kids with cousin Audrey. This is the best that we could do!
Friday, June 26, 2009
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Trip to the doctor
Lila
On Monday, I had plans to take Addie to the pediatrician to make sure that the ear infections had cleared up. On that morning, we noticed a strange rash on Lila's back. Since I was already on my way to the doctor and I miss an enormous amount of work time for doctor appointments, I thought I would also take Lila to the doctor, hoping to be a bit more efficient. Well, Addie's ears look great. And,Lila's rash...well, it was a pinch mark, surely from the little fingers of Addie or Will. So, I was a little embarrassed. I brought my daughter to the doctor for a pinch! At least for the sake of my ego, the doctor used the word "trauma" in diagnosing Lila's rash!
Sunday, June 14, 2009
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