One Year Stats

On Monday, Elliott and Isaac had their one-year well child visit with Dr. Parrott.  My how they have grown in a year!  Last year, well actually 364 days to be exact, they were both hovering around six pounds.

Weight: 20 pounds, 10 ounces
Length: 29.5 inches
Head circumference: 47 cm

Weight: 18 pounds, 9 ounces
Length: 29.5 inches
Head circumference: 48 cm
(Isaac's stats, not Bob's--Bob did not want me to display his weight or head circumference, he just wanted in on a picture!)

At their first visit with Dr. Parrott last year, we were a bit overwhelmed with the joy of being parents of newborn twins.  We realized we never took a picture of him with the boys for their baby books.  Luckily, Dr. Parrott is a good sport and was willing to pose for pictures with two boys who were beyond ready for naps.  Dr. Parrott is a smart man--he posed before their 12-month shots were given. 

Fall Festivities

Today, we took advantage of the beautiful Fall weather and went to Boyd Orchards in Versailles.  We had a wonderful day!  First, we checked out the petting zoo.

After getting our fill of the "Goaten Gate Bridge", we walked through the patch of mini pumpkins.  Perfect for our mini humans!

Waving is a favorite activity these days!

We also went on a hayride to a corn maze.  We opted not to do the corn maze since the stroller could not go on the wagon with us.  Instead, we played in the grass and played a little cornhole.

 

Look at the winners of the next Jewell reunion cornhole tournament!  The boys dominated the cornhole boards...literally!

Elliott enjoyed the breeze blowing through his hair on the return hayride!

Our day ended in the "pre-picked" pumpkin patch.  They are much easier to climb on and roll than those silly ones attached to vines!

Isaac practiced his balance!  He was so proud of himself!

My favorite!

What a gorgeous October day!

Post-birthday Fun

Though Isaac and Elliott were still tired on Sunday morning, there was another special birthday to celebrate...Aunt Jen!  Aunt Jen came to visit for the weekend and celebrate the boys' birthday.  We were so glad she shared her birthday weekend with us!

Elliott would like to say that Daddy assured him his stomach was not showing in the picture.  Daddy needs new contacts.

Our friends Jeff and Karen happened to be in town on Sunday.  We met them for brunch at Ramsey's.  It was great to see them and their son Xavier, and we loved meeting their daughter, Elise!  A table full of kiddos!



A few random pictures from the week...

Elliott is so resourceful--notice his improvised pacifier!

Fun chairs, but they are rarely used for sitting!

The boys are fast climbers!  It is a good thing Daddy is still faster!

Birthday Bash

On Saturday, October 8th, Elliott and Isaac welcomed family and a few friends over to celebrate their first birthday!  They knew it would be an eventful evening, so they had a low-key morning relaxing in their comfy chairs.

While Elliott and Isaac relaxed, we prepared supper and decorated the house.  For their first birthday, we chose a jungle animal theme with lots of bright colors.

A picture of the festive napkin...yes, I know I'm weird, but it's an example of the decor!

Before guests arrived, we attempted a quick family photo...

Despite their facial expressions, the boys really were excited for their party!

Isaac and Elliott welcomed everyone to the den with waves!  They were excited to see their cousins, Bryce and Tessa, and play with them!

Everyone enjoyed a fall meal of chili, potato soup, cornbread, and pimento cheese sandwiches even though the weather felt more like the middle of July than the first of October!

After supper, Elliott and Isaac opened many wonderful gifts. Well, truthfully, Elliott and Isaac opened very few. Their parents appreciated all the great gifts while the boys toured the room visiting with their guests! 

After the presents, it was the moment everyone had been waiting for....C A K E!!!  An awesome part about a first birthday party for multiples is that there are multiple smash cakes!  

Multiple babies = multiple smash cakes = multiple laughs

Elliott and Isaac enjoyed white cake with white icing, while their guests enjoyed carrot cake with cream cheese icing.  Delicious!

Isaac was not too sure about the icing

Elliott ate icing by the handful

Can you tell who enjoyed their cake the most?

Isaac smiled for his audience

Elliott wasted no time being social

What messy boys!  They definitely love cake!  Elliott does not discriminate, but Isaac preferred the cake to the icing.  He discovered the cake tasted best when eaten upside down!

 

Elliott scraped every bite he could grab, then finger painted with the icing!

Isaac decided to rub his eyes at the last second. In that moment, he became just as messy as his brother!

The guests enjoyed the yummy cake too, but were much, much neater!

One last family picture before bath and bed time...

Thanks to everyone for making Elliott and Isaac's first birthday so special!  We have had a wonderful year and are so thankful for our precious boys and amazing family and friends! 

Love to all!