10 weeks flying by . . .

silly svea

sweety pie maelyn

:: today they are 10 weeks old. 10 weeks! i cannot believe how fast time goes. 

:: they are sleeping 6 hours at a time at night. bedtime begins at 9:30 and they wake at 3:38, always. Hooray! 

:: they are both like clock work when it comes to breastfeeding. i am able to tandem them & haven't had to supplement just yet.  2 hours on the dot though from when they begin eating to their next feed. this leaves me home-bound most days, but i don't care, i'll take it. i am just so thankful they are healthy.

:: they are getting more smiley and silly.  after every feeding they need to be stimulated & we are having so much fun!  they love this book the most. 

:: their individual personalities are coming alive and it has been so amazing getting to know them: 

**Maelyn -- tender spirit, curious and filled with awe.  your eyebrows raise and furrow as you try to take in the world around you and learn all things new. you absolutely love snuggling into my neck and being close, and desperately need others to talk to you all of the time.  you are easy to put down for a nap or bed. you love your sleep.  you grunt when you talk and always have something to say. you continually make those around you laugh out loud when you do so. your timing couldn't be planned more perfectly. your tummy is sensitive and we had to put you on acid reflux medicine for a time being...but, it has done you wonders and you are able to keep your food down. praise God! you are bright eyed and observant, smart and kind already. you are my beautiful girl and i am so thankful you were born into my life. xo

**Svea -- gentle heart, social and filled with enthusiasm for life.  your face lights up, your mouth wide open and your eyes grow big with excitement as you discover the world around you.  you love colors and shapes and silly discussions with anyone willing to talk to you.  you will warm the heart of others just with your smile.  you coo and squeak with glee & frustration when you can't get a 'bubble' (gas) out, but make everyone laugh with your sweet sounds.  you also have a sensitive tummy and mommy cannot eat an ounce of cheese or dairy, for you will suffer. you are so aware and curious and just want to know everything that is happening and going on, that sleeping is one of your least favorite things. you are tender hearted, kind and friendly to everyone already.  you are my beautiful girl and i am forever thankful you were born into my life. xo