Update on the Carlson Family

Well, it has been 5 weeks tomorrow since our lives have been permanently altered, I like to think for the better, but I am biased. We have learned a few things since these little bundle of joys have entered our lives: 1. we thought that time was flying before kids...... 2. we have come to the reality that 1 baby would still be a challenge, BUT, two is a challenge you'll never know until you go through it yourself, MAD PROPS to those who have raised twins...... 3. it no longer matters what your house looks like, or you for that matter....... 4. what the heck is sleep?....... 5. diapers are like water with two, 20-25 a day!...... 5. the dog becomes a dog and not your child, and unfortunately he knows it now, not depressed, but much more calm...... 6. updating your blog, or checking emails, or answering your phone doesn't happen...... 7. and of course the days of jumping in the car and heading out on a whim are over for a while, and on and on. It is all worth it though when they are looking you right in the eyes and smile out of the blue.
We have had our share of sleepless nights, but that is getting better, it is just quite a process feeding two, and getting them back down without waking the other. They already have little traits that are unique to each one. It will be so interesting to see how their personalities change. We cant take enough pictures right now, and those who know me and pictures......you can imagine.....I will be filling up hard drives right and left. We are really enjoying them and having fun, wouldn't trade either one for anything, love them both dearly.
Also want to send out a BIG THANK YOU to everyone who has brought food by, or gift cards for restaurants, it has been a HUGE help, I think we have yet to fix a main dish. I am keeping Amber fed well with all of it, and only have to make her breakfast. So THANK YOU. Also thank you to all of our babysitters, Mimi, Juju, great aunt Faye, uncle Steve, Cecil, Lindsey, Erica, and more. We are still learning as we go, but getting the hang of it. Hope you enjoy the pics.

Trista and Sadie's first stroll in the neighborhood

Trista and Sadie got to show off their cute little bear suits that kept them very warm. It has been pretty cold to get them outside lately, so we figured we would take advantage of the "not as cold" day, and get some fresh air. They were not to happy about being strapped in, but after a few seconds of the bumpy road they went right to sleep. Great success!

Bath Time

"mom, please give me some privacy." Both love bath time and so do mom and dad cause they sleep so much better! Monday the 12th they will be 4 weeks old. Time flies when you're up every three hours-They are sleeping pretty good from 10 to 2 and then from 3 to 7. Chris has been so much help with burping, diaper changing and late night feedings making sure they get back to sleep.
Although I have been a couple days by myself I am managing pretty good but it definitely is challenging.
Tomorrow Chris and I have a night on the town and then to the CELINE DION concert. Cant wait! Mimi Carlson and JuJu Thurmond are taking care of the girls-thank you!
Sadie is the one with her hands by her face.

Our two little bears....on their first walk

Trista to say the least did not like her bear outfit. Sadie on the other hand was out cold before we even got her in the stroller for the walk and when we got back Chris put her straight in the crib and she slept for 2 hours.

Trista and Amber

Here is a pic to show you how much Trista looks like Amber. The picture is of Amber 30 years ago. Sadie looks a lot like Chris in his baby pictures, will try to get a picture up of him compared to Sadie.