Halloween Weekend 2010

This year for Halloween we had Elmo and a ladybug. It wasn't a very exciting holiday for us because we didn't go anywhere. Greg really wanted to get into the woods to hunt, so we didn't take the kids to Fulton to see Grandma and Grandpa Toosley. They understood why we didn't come, but I know that they were disappointed. We did make it over to see Grandma and Grandpa Ross. That was our only Halloween stop. We didn't take them trick-or-treating because we really thought that they were just to small still. Luke wouldn't go up to the doors, and he can't say trick-or-treat either. We did go to a great bonfire and hayride at the Branson's on Saturday. Luke absolutely had a blast. He ran around with kids for a straight hour. He was so excited to see his cousin Carson. He was asleep before we even pulled out of the parking space.

Doctor Visits

Luke had to go back to the doc's office because last time he was to sick to recieve his shots. Well, yesterday was a different story (all though Luke probably wished he were sick). Everythign was fine. My mom came up to manage Laura while I went in with Luke. She really didn't want to be the bad guy and take him in while he got his shots (understandable). I still haven't mustered up the strength to fight back the tears as he looks at me and screams. I swear if he asks for something at that very moment, I would probably go out and buy it for him.

Here are his stats: 75% tile in head circumference

80% tile in weight

90% tile in height

I'm hoping that maybe the height percentile will mean that he'll be a 7 footer some day!

Laura's stats from her first appointment were good too. She was 25% tile in head circumference, 75% tile in height, and 25% tile in weight. She looks like she's going to be the petite one of the bunch. I'm interested in seeing how much she's change at her next visit.

Long Time No Blog

Well, with these two kids running around I haven't really made time for my blog (thanks mom for letting me know). I guess I should put some new pics on here of the kids. Not much has been going on. We did have a great time this weekend in Fulton with the family. The MIZZOU win was fantastic, and Greg's oral boards are no finally taken and over. Maybe now things can go back to normal. Oh wait, never mind, it's deer season!

Now a Family of 4!

Well, the wait is over to meet the new Ross baby. It was a long time coming, but she's here! Laura Marie Ross came a little earlier than expected, but is here. She was born on October 4, 2010 at 11:42 pm. She weighed 7 pounds 5 ounces, and was 20 inches long. To me she looks absolutely perfect. We were all doing fine, until we got home. It seemed that little Luke was starting to not feel so well on Tuesday. By Wednesday he was very sick. I took him to the doctors on Thursday and it seems that he has some sort of form of foot and mouth. He's running a fever and it's miserable (for everyone). I guess this is the part of being a mother that is dreaded. I can't do anything to help him. The really bad part is that he is contagious so I have to keep him away from Laura, and try to make sure I don't get sick myself. What a welcome home, huh! Greg was on call Thursday too. Venturing out with two is a lot different than with one. I'm glad my mom stuck around to help out because I'm not sure I could do this one without help.

Fall Fun

Well, this has been an awesome fall weekend! Finally, the summer heat is gone and the beautiful fall weather is here to stay. Luke seems to really enjoy it. He has played so much outside, and it's so much fun to watch him laugh and explore. He seems to be fascinated by all the leaves (which I should be raking and picking up but I don't want to). This weekend was extra fun for Luke because he got to go to his cousin Carson's birthday party. His fun got cut a little short because his daddy was on call, and wouldn't you know it got called in on our way to the paprty. So we stayed for about 30 minutes and left for the hospital. Luke and I played in the doctor's lounge until Greg was finished (it wasn't that long of a wait), and then it was back to the party. Luke was so happy just to play with Carson. It really didn't matter what they were doing. We laughed when we got home because Luke went over to his tunnel and sat inside it (I think he was waiting on Carson to come in). So his dad and I chashed him around for awhile. Then it was time for bed. Sunday morning he decided that he was going to play with his hammer that lights up when he hits things. Carson, I think your love of tools wore off a little yesterday because Luke never really plays with this toy much.

Baby Update: Well, I think we decided on a name for the little girl finally. Greg is so particular about names. So we decided on Abigail Brynn Ross, but we'll call her Abby because that is more normal than Abigail (so says Greg). She should be here on October 11th ! Thanks to Trish for the baby girl clothes. I can't wait to dress here up.

Tunnel Fun

At our last play date with Miss Bella Branson, Luke played in her little crawl through tunnel and had a blast. So being the good mommy that I am, I decided that maybe we needed one at the house (great one more toy to add to the play land that we already have and one more thing that I have to pick up). The only one that I found was totally enclosed so I was a little worried that maybe he would be afraid to go through it, but he wasn't. I was thinking it would be good for his motor skills, but now I'm rethinking that. He does like to crawl back and forth through it, but he also likes to chase you through it. Now with me really being the only one at home during the day with him (and Otis not being able to fit in it), I end up chasing him. That isn't the easiest task being 37 weeks pregnant. So Luke settles for hiding in it until you find him. However, instead of getting out of it he rolls in it. I guess if it keeps him happy he's fine, but I think I'm going to make this a daddy and Luke toy for now! Maybe it could even be a Carson/ Luke play toy at Grandma Ross's house.

Stopping for a quick pic.

Finally, made it through!

Dance Fever

Luke has really gotten into his music. Anytime he hears music, he stops and begins to dance. It normally starts off with just his hands and then he starts to bob up and down. This time he skipped the hand movements because he was busy working over the phone. Greg and I laugh because he dances just like my dad. He loves to take Greg's old cell phone and play the music on it. Sorry there's no Elmo songs on this video for your enjoyment.

Baby News: The baby girl update is that everything is great. We're looking at a due date of more like October 11th instead of the 14th (Sorry Trish we can't cram anything else onto your birthday). That's my choice because I'm so dam tired of being pregnant, and that's when my doc is on call!