A Celibration for Both of Us

My little peanut turned 1 years old last week. I cant believe we all survived this past year with flying colors. It was a huge challenge caring for 2 babies and an energetic 3 year old. I learned a lot this year that has made me a better mother and wife. Its all about relaxing and enjoying the ride. Roll with the punches and dont sweat the small stuff. I had to remind myself that this is one year out of my life where my babies come first and I may never get "Me Time", but I will survive. And that I did. And now here we are 1 year later still standing and more alive than ever. I wouldnt have changed a thing. It was a lot of work but one of the most rewarding life changing years in my life. Here is a brief recap of Baby Spencers first year.
It was very emotional and tear jerking for me to be on bed rest for Trevors 1st Birthday. This was the moment I realized everything was gonna change. This sweet little Baby in my tummy had already found his way in between Trevor and I. Trevor wasnt my baby anymore Spencer was. But I made a promise that I would find ways to make each of my boys feel special throughout this past year. Thankfully with the help of my dear sweet family Trevor had one of the best 1st birthday party's ever.
The arrival of our newest little peanut. Baby Spencer. Born 12 days after Trevors first birthday. Within the same month. That would make them Irish Twins. I think thats awesome. I was one proud MaMa. There was something magical about having newborns back to back. It got 2 full years of deep, warm, loves and cuddles. I just love my little peanut. Doesnt he look like me?

After your third baby you dont care how they sleep as long as they sleep. This reigned true in our home. Spencer was so colicky and had the worst acid reflux that he literally slept and lived in his car seat for 3 months. he loved being swaddled up in his car seat with the buckle tight along his tummy with the loud noise of the fan and white noise machine. he was one happy camper and Mommy finally got some sleep. The rewards for relaxing and doing whats best for both of us.
Sadly enough Spencers bedroom was in our kitchen. yeah no joke! He didnt mind and neither did we. We would plop him in the sink for bath. snuggle him in his jammies, turn on the oven fan and he was as toasty as a bun in the oven. No pun intended. LOL It was more important for us to save and live somewhere cheap then to have me out working away from my kids. its all about sacrifice. One of those great lessons I learned this past year.
There were time that Mommy's health was down in the dumps and his older brother Tyler was the one who stepped up to the plate and helped care for his brothers. A moment Ill never forget.

We had our good routine down by 9 months. Mommy was feeling lots better, Trevor was eager to be potty trained, and Spencer just held on for the ride and enjoyed the chaos. This was a time I felt finally adjusted and into a new groove.

Spencer was welcomed into the never ending bond of brothers. They were a team from this moment on.
Celebrating his 1st birthday with a Nemo party. cake and all. it was a blast and he loved every moment of it.



Now here he is 1 year later in a new house and in his own bedroom. Full of life. Full of energy. Full of mischief. Full of boy. I love this boy and its such a great feeling to be moving forward into toddler hood and enjoying being around his older brothers.
Happy Birthday Spencer. Thank you for coming into the world when you did and teaching me so many important lessons in life. I am who I am today because of my children. They make me a better person and continually fill my heart with love and sunshine. here to another year. Cheers!