The twins are starting to have an opinion - Yikes

People always ask me if I dress the boys alike when they find out I have twins. I always say, "Yes, because someday they will have their own opinions and not let me dress them the way I want anymore." Plus, it is really just easy to do the same thing or have it in a different color.

Towards the end of the school year I noticed that every once in a while one of the boys would pitch a fit about what they had on. Usually it was just the shorts, shoes or shirt - not all three thank goodness. And, they sure know how to keep the fit going until that piece of clothing comes off.

So, about three weeks ago Ben puts on his pj's and then Hayes puts on his pj's and of course, Ben is mad and wants the ones Hayes has on. We have to go to the pj drawer and he has to dig through all of them to find something he likes. That has been the way it is ever since then.

Yesterday, we went to Target, my favorite store, and they all three picked out different swimsuits. I was kind of glad because then no more fighting about the clothes!!

The tide has started to turn and I see their opinions emerging like the two different little people they are. My babies are indeed growing up. Opinions and all - I need to probably brace myself!

Tie Dye Cupcakes

Sam has a summer birthday and so he is celebrating his birthday at his preschool tomorrow. Well, I normally would have ordered some cupcakes or cookie cake and been on my way. But, for some reason I felt compelled, and I wanted to, make these cool cupcakes I had seen on the internet. Rainbow or tie dye. They ended up sooooo cool!! It was kind of a pain to make but they turned out better than ever.

Sam's teachers said that all the kids loved that they were all different colors.

So, between mother's day, Ryan's birthday & Sam's birthday at school this mama has exploded and can no longer fit into my pants. No more birthdays please, my sweet tooth needs a break (really my behind needs the break) I know there is something people call willpower, obviously, I did not get that power.

Mother's Day

Today is the day after Mother's Day and what a wonderful one I had. I literally stuffed myself all day until I was so uncomfortable I felt like my heart was beating out of my chest while I went to sleep. Not sure that is a good thing. But, my day was perfect.

When I woke yesterday, my coffee was hot and waiting. The boys had been fed and we just all needed to get ready for brunch with my mom and mother-in-law. We actually got ready early and we on time for a change (since the twins were born that is a rarity). We ate at Joe T Garcia's and it was a yummy brunch full of delicious margaritas and mexican food. The only part not perfect was the weather. May in Texas should be bringing warm temps of 80's to 90's. Not yesterday, 65, overcast with a chilly wind. The boys had napkins tied as capes around then to keep warm.

Normally, Ben and Hayes have the attention span of about an hour at any type of restaurant but they did awesome. Thankfully, we were entertained by the mariachi band, fountains and hundreds of moms and families eating there on the patio. Looks like it is the place to go with the boys.

Last night was the best ribs my husband has ever made along with all the delicious stuff that comes with it, including more margaritas. By the time it was time for bed, I felt like I might need to be rolled into the bedroom. However, it was a perfect day with my family and my boys and I felt very loved and special.

Thankfully, when I awoke this morning I had deflated some during the night. But, I need to gear it up again today since it is Ryan's birthday and Sam and I are making a fabulous chocolate cake. Looks like broth and water until cake time!!

I can always diet tomorrow :)