Arthur shows us his "juggling" skills

We hope that Arthur's preschool is not paying anyone to teach the kids juggling because here's a video of Arthur "juggling" which he claims is something he is learning at school.  As you will see, the learning has either just begun or the teacher is really dropping the ball when it comes to juggling...pun intended.  The quality is pretty bad since the mobile phone video camera doesn't work very well under low light conditions, but you get the gist of how funny this must have been when he insisted that we watch him juggle.  Enjoy.

In Tekonsha for Gramma Sherwood's birthday

2012_02, a set on Flickr.

Here's a few pics taken during our most recent visit to Tekonsha.

Pinata, Gramma's bday & gymnastics class

This first video shows Arthur and his buddy Sammy trying to break open the pinata that Grammi Bonnie made while here to help out with Mark & Jessie (thanks again Bonnie, we all miss you).  Bonnie was certain that this pinata would break open immediately and spill candy everywhere.  As you will see, Bonnie should have been a bridge builder or something because she makes things really strong.

This next video shows a visit to Tekonsha to help Gramma Sherwood celebrate her birthday (we won't say what number birthday it was).  This was also Mark's and Jessie's first trip to Tekonsha and their first outside Ann Arbor.

This last video shows Arthur at his first gymnastics class.  As you will see, he is the only boy in class but he had a great time and he actually did a pretty good job of listening to his teacher (coach?).

Until next time....

Jessie gets a bath

We just shot this video of Jessie getting a bath and, since things are quiet around the house right now, I thought I'd take the opportunity to get it posted to the blog despite the onslaught of vids yesterday.  Enjoy.

Soccer, pinatas & the easy rider

To start, I'll let everyone know that Mark and Jessie are doing very well.  They both are eating much better now, especially Mark who finishes nearly every bottle.  He has sort of leap frogged Jessie to an extent, although Jessie continues to do fine with her bottle feeding.  They both recently passed a retinopathy exam and they will have one or maybe two more of those in the coming weeks.  The exams check the retina which is especially prone to improper development in premies resulting in scar tissue which might have to be removed via laser surgery (I think I'm getting that right).  Anyway, it's obviously good news that they passed.  Arthur is doing well too, this first video shows him at his first night of soccer practice while the second shows him making some papier mache pinatas with his Grammi Bonnie and mommy.


This last video shows Mark enjoying the ride while I pick up after lunch.  I just thought he looked kinda cute laying in my arm while I walked through the house.  Until next time....

Mark gets a bath & Arthur holds his new siblings

This first video shows Arthur holding both Mark and Jessie for the first time.  We're still working on the "be gentle" elements of his interaction with his new brother and sister.  But he does great here as you will see.

This next video shows Mark getting his first bath at home.  Jessie also got a bath but apparently I screwed something up and did not record it properly.  Also, to let you know if you're interested, we posted some new photos to our Flickr site that show Mark & Jessie on the floor together.  You can find the photos here http://www.flickr.com/photos/teeohdoubledizzle/sets/72157628916804165/ or by following the 2012_01 link to the right.

Arthur is 3!

We had a little party for Arthur the other day to celebrate his 3rd birthday. How time flies.  We had a great time and Arthur really had fun.  And his new little sister was even able to join us, although his little brother Mark didn't make it.  Here's some video we shot during the party - it's long so be prepared if you intend to watch it.

And below is an older video that it has taken me quite some time to get posted.  This shows Grammi Bonnie and Grampi John on a visit to see Mark and Jessie just after John's and Bonnie's return from Peru.  Enjoy.

Arthur celebrated his 3rd birthday!

Bday_Arthur_2012, a set on Flickr.

We had a little party at our place to celebrate Arthur's 3rd birthday. Three of his grandparents (Grampi John was not able to be here) were able to attend along with his Aunt Jane and cousin Johanna. Importantly, his sister Jessie was here, although Mark could not be with us yet. Arthur got a LeapPad, a soccer ball, a spaceman helmet, a tractor, an alligator and some great looking books. It was big fun.

Mark & Jessie are both home!

2012_01, a set on Flickr.

Jessie came home on January 9th and Mark on January15th. They are both doing well. Here are a few shots we have taken since their move home. Our family is now whole.