The Boys at 24 Weeks

The boys are doing great, and so am I. We were so thankful to see that everything is going great in the pregnancy so far! Here are a few pictues. :)


Side by side profiles.



Holding hands.

Celebrating Spring at the Park

An Announcment

I know we haven't blogged in forever. But what better way to start back blogging with a wonderful announcement. Here's a clue. :)


It's true. Eloise is reading up because she is going to be the big sister of twin siblings! I'm 13 weeks, and feeling pretty good today.

We knew we were pregnant. At 6 weeks, we went into our doctor for our normal first appointment. We got an ultrasound, only to have our doctor announce that we have twins. We were both shocked. We both got teary and laughed. We laughed so much that my doctor told me that I had to stop for a bit so he could get both babies' heartbeats.

Both babies continue to grow and everything so far looks healthy. We are so thankful.

We are learning more and more about twins. We are so thankful for our ob and our ultrasound doctor. We know that this pregnancy is high risk, so with that comes more anxiety, but we're learning that these babies are the Lord's already. So for that, we are thankful, and we continue to learn how to trust.

We can't believe we're really having twins. Every now and again, more realities settle. We are so excited, and for now, we are just preparing, learning, and enjoying our time as a family of 3. Eloise doesn't know what is happening yet, although she does know where to point when we ask her where the babies are. She is such a joy, and it has been such a sweet time to enjoy her.

Well, that's all for now. Just wanted to share the news!

Elle the Elephant

I don't know if there's anything else to say about this video, except that it just makes me smile. Everytime.

Our First Family Hike!

For Phil's 30th birthday, part of his birthday extravaganza included a family hike to Mt Constitution. Mt Constitution is the highest point in the San Juan islands, which was a perfect first destination for Phil-I can't believe we've lived here almost 4 years and we haven't visited the San Juans together! The view was beautiful! We could see as far north as Vancouver, British Columbia, and as far south as Mt Rainier. It was such a fun family time!!!


Phil & Eloise on the ferry ride to Orkas Island
Eloise in her sunglasses, ready for our adventure.

Eloise & Ligaya on the ferry deck.

Phil & Eloise at the trailhead.

Family picture with a view from the top.

A view on the way down.

Eloise sleeping on the way down.

Eloise Giggling Before Bedtime

Eloise Making Engine Noises

Eloise Having Fun with Uncle Paul

Hanging Out With El

Just a video for fun. This is what we do all day. And we love every minute of it. :)

Swinging

Our swing was out the other day, and Eloise was particularly interested in it. So I put here in one last time.

Then:



Now: