Rowdy boys!

After a full day of being with mom, "the girl" in the house, the boys are so excited for dad to be home. It's the cutest thing...as soon as Ryan steps foot through the door Emmet yells "Dada!" and they both come running (Wes galloping/crawling) to the door to climb all over him. After that it turns into a full on wrestling match. With lots of tickle torture from dad! I'm just relieved that we found this awesome mat at one of the the shops here because these tile floors are not kid friendly and these boys get pretty darn rowdy! Boys will be boys though...gotta love them!

Emmet's sunday night football

My two boys watching 'sunday night football' and eating popcorn (Wes had already hit the hay). Such boys ;) Then there's mom bugging them with the non-stop picture taking. Try not being SO cute boys...then MAYBE I'll leave you to watch your football in peace (not likely)!

Emmet looks so adorable in his pj's and he's getting quite the tan. He's such a handsome little guy!

Absolutely priceless :)

Can you tell this is Ryan's kid or what!? Raising the roof, while Ry flashes his legendary 'yeah buddy' sign!

Our sweet 10 month old

I know I say this all the time but I really don't know how I have another toddler all of the sudden. In two months Wes will be ONE years old! This last month Wes has gotten so funny and is really loving learning how to cruise around the furniture. He's not walking yet and I'm really surprised. I know any second he'll be taking that first step! I can't wait for that day because he gets so frustrated with crawling when he wants to get somewhere faster...usually chasing after Emmet. Wes is STILL the sweetest baby in the world. I have the loviest, cuddliest, and snuggliest baby ever and I LOVE it! He is such a baby and loves to be loved on....and I LOVE that! Emmet wasn't so cuddly (mainly because he wanted to be a big boy so fast), so I'm really enjoying all the extra snuggles. Plus as a bonus whenever Wes crawls up on my lap Emmet comes up to snuggle too...he can't be left out! Haha! But I love all the "loves" I can get and I'm definitely not complaining! Wes still loves to eat (obviously...look at those tubby cheeks!) and it's so funny to have to bring snacks out for two instead of one. I don't dare bring Emmet juice and crackers without bringing Weston any! He throws the biggest fit and chases Emmet around the house trying to steal his snack and drink! Poor Emmet is always trying to play and eat in peace and constantly has to relocate because he doesn't dare leave any of his goodies unattended! Haha! It is pretty funny to watch though! Weston is learning lots of new things. He can dance when you tell him to and clap his hands. He can even say "hi" in his little gruff voice :) We're working on waving and he'll do it once in awhile....Emmet is always trying to help me teach him and shows him over and over how to clap and wave. Too cute :) I got really lucky having such a great baby...until night rolls around, that is!!! Weston has never really been a great sleeper...even as a newborn. He screams, not cries (I'm talking blood curdling, horror movie style!!!)...and is usually unconsoleable! It's been going on (the worst of it) for about 2 months and I feel like a sleep deprived zombie! We ALL do really because his screams are so loud they wake up the whole household! Ryan and I are pretty convinced our neighbors think we torture our kids. It's horrible and pretty embarrassing! I've tried just about everything to change things....so we just have to let him cry. So, sorry Weston...we love you though :( I'm not too bummed about nights though (MOST nights...haha!) because during the day he is an absolute angel. I guess he had to be challenging somehow. I will say I've never seen such a bullheaded little guy! Poor kid didn't have a chance though with me and Ryan being his parents! Hope you enjoy the pictures...they really do capture his sweet little spirit :) I can't wait for two more months to pass by though so we can bring him home to our families and let them get to know him and chew on his sweet little cheeks. He's been on this island practically his whole life, not that he's complaining! These boys LOVE the water and just being in onesies! What a life!


He looks so chunky in this pic...I don't know why....he only weighs 22 lbs or so! ...And look at those cute teeth! 4 big ones!


Chasing down mom!

LOVES his own reflection!

The BEST big brother :)

G'ma & G'pa Sainsbury come to visit!!!

I'm so excited to post that we finally had some family come visit us. It has been nearly 10 months since we've seen any one from back home and it was a welcome change! My mom and dad flew in last saturday, stayed the week, then flew back all day yesterday. I think they finally realized just how far away from home we are. It is one LONG day of flights... to say the least! We had a lot fun during their stay. Emmet and Weston warmed right up to them and became instant buds, especially my dad and Emmet. They really soaked up the island life while they were here and it was fun to see my dad so carefree and relaxed :) I know he needed a break...but I'm not going to let him off the hook for not wearing sunscreen and laying out on the beach all day...EVERYDAY! You too mom!!! And who doesn't love to have their mom around...it just makes you feel at home :) It was fun to hang out, eat lots of yummy food, and just enjoy everyones company. We sure miss them already and the house is a little too quiet around here. It was sad to say goodbye...especially since they got to have a real bond with the boys :( Not too long though and we'll be home for Christmas! Thanks for visiting us mom and dad...we love and miss you guys TONS and TONS :)

Eating lunch at the Hard Rock Cafe.

Wes with some WILD hair :) Look at those buck teeth...I love them! Haha!

Em and Wes coloring while we wait for lunch to arrive

Getting cozy with one of the locals ;)

Emmet LOVES my dad...just not sitting still for pictures!


This picture totally captures Emmet's personality...such a goof!


Grandma coloring with the boys


Our little family :)

All the boys

Grandpa and Emmet taking one of their daily walks :)

Beach Bums

My mom and dad made it all the way to the Cayman Islands! They made it safely here saturday afternoon and have been soaking up the sun ever since. They are having a ball with the boys and are already natives to the island. I'll post more later but just wanted to say "yay!" we have family here with us after about 10 months of solitude :)