Long Weekend at Lake Osoyoose

Over the long weekend for the 4th, we headed northeast for Lake Osoyoose in Oroville, WA to spend it with Aunt Donna and Uncle Dan. We were joined by my parents, Auntie Ann and Uncle Bob and Graham, Dana, Carrie and Luke. Also in attendance were the three resident dogs: Ypsee, Lola and Sherman. We had a great time and lots of fun in the water! The weather was gorgeous and hot - probably 100 on Saturday. Their lake house is right by the community park where the local fireworks show is shot off. We had front row seats to watch the show and a fancy red, white and blue dessert to enjoy while we watched. As is usual for a Martinson gathering, we had lots of good food and drink!

Alistair and Carrie were inseparable almost all weekend. The first thing Alistair would talk about in the morning was where was Carrie. They had a great time playing together and wearing each other out!
They are trying out the boat in the driveway the night before we launched it.

We brought over my kayak and there were 3 other kayaks to use. Alistair finally decided this trip that he wanted to ride in the boat. The last time we tried, I got 10 feet from shore and he was done. This time he really enjoyed it and by the third trip out, he brought a drink with him to put in his cup holder!

Alistair also had his first ride in a ski boat or the "big, white, fast boat" as he called it. He really liked that and the second ride out got to drive it!

Uncle Dan made a new little buddy on Sunday after Carrie left. Alistair took a liking to hanging out with Uncle Dan and wouldn't let him out of his sights! They are sitting down on the grass with their drinks watching the lake traffic.Gillian had a fun weekend too, we think! She had lots of people to hold her and she got to wear most of her super cute summer outfits!

Gillian hung out with us in her Bumbo while we ate lunch. She seemed content!

She also got to dip her feet in the lake. It was very hot on Saturday and she was pretty warm. She didn't hate it, but wasn't completely enamored with it. It did cool her down though!

3 months went by so fast!

Gillian turned 3 months on Wednesday! It is hard to believe it has been 3 months already! During his first year, we would celebrate Alistair's monthly "birthdays" with cupcakes - most months anyway. Seth has decided to continue this tradition and brought home cupcakes from Trophy Cupcakes on Wednesday. They were DELICIOUS!

If only I had teeth!

At her 2 month appointment, which was more like 2 1/2 month appointment, she was 10lbs and 10oz and 22 1/8 inches long. I would say she is about 11lbs now. She is a really good baby. She has a great appetite and sleeps fairly well - although we have yet to get her to sleep through the night, or even a 6 hour stretch! She is very strong and holds her head up well. She is already sitting in the Bumbo, which makes it easy to get through dinner as she can sit at our level and feel satisfied that she hasn't been abandoned while we eat! She also likes to stand, wherever she can. Alistair seemed to enjoy holding Gillian up to pose for this photo. I think he thought that was pretty neat!

She is a very smiley baby and loves watching mobiles. She is happy as a clam laying on her changing table and watching the mobile that hangs overhead. Alistair is still being a good big brother. He helps me take care of her and will get things for me when I need them.

The outfit above was made for "the baby" when Judy was pregnant with Seth. Her friend was convinced she was having a girl. No such luck for Judy. She wrapped it up and gave it to me at my wedding shower - I told her I thought she was being a bit premature on that gift! (: Of course our first didn't wear this outfit either. But finally a girl was born and the outfit fits her. I don't know how much use she will get out of it since it is summer! But it is cute nonetheless and finally has been worn!

Alistair is 3

What happened to our little baby boy? He has grown into a big boy and is such a wonderful part of our lives! He had a pretty good birthday. We had a barbeque party with Cheeseburgers and Watermelon, two of his favorite foods. We also had a choclate cake, his request, of which he had none (not interested in eating it)! He got lots of neat stuff for his birthday and has made sure to play with all of it in the last 5 days since he received it. In 2 weeks he has his 3 year appointment, so it will be fun to see what his stats are and how much he has grown since last year!

We have cute kids...

...is that ok to say?? (:

Growing so fast!

Gillian is going to be 7 weeks tomorrow! Time sure flies! She is the sweetest baby and continues to be easy. She really doesn't fuss much, she eats well and sleeps pretty well. The only complaint I would have is that she doesn't like to be put down. It certainly makes it hard to get anything done around the house or makes getting stuff done with Alistair sort of rushed so we don't send Gillian into a major meltdown! He continues to be patient with her and understands her needs are a little more time consuming and we can't do something right away because she has to eat first. He also includes her in his considerations for things such as telling everyone to sleep well or asking if we all had fun doing something. Gillian's voice sounds a lot like mine, except a little higher pitched! (:The dress she is wearing is a dress I wore when I was a few weeks old!

I love getting to put dresses on her! Alistair may have had to suck it up and oblige me once if I didn't a girl! ;)

So Long Sweet Girl

Our sweet, sweet girl Sadie passed away yesterday at the too young age of 7. She lost her battle with cancer. We are devastated to lose her. She was the best dog anyone could ask for. From the day we brought her home at 10 weeks old, she has been a wonderful addition and companion in our lives. She brought us constant joy, made us laugh and had a way of making you feel better by just being around. She is in a better place now and can once again chase balls and run around without pain and nausea. Sadie, we will never forget you and will think of you often. Rest in peace our beautiful girl, there will always be a special place in our heart for you. We love you so much!

Resuming life as normal

It is hard to believe it has been 18 days since Gillian was born. We seem to be falling back into our old routine, with a few new changes here and there. All of this will be changed again when Seth goes back to work this week and I go back to primary care giver for Alistair. Getting my rhythm down with him and working feedings in with Gillian will take some time. Just when I think she is getting into a routine, she goes on a marathon eating binge. She is certainly putting on weight now, her face is beginning to look chubbier. She had a weight check last Wednesday and she was up to 7lbs, 6oz - only 2 ounces from her birth weight. The upside of Seth going back to work is that he will be doing it slowly - 2 days this week, 3 days the following week. So I won't be going a whole week without him for another 2 weeks. Easing into it is the way to go!
We have had a couple of outings now besides going to the store. I hadn't been south of Evergreen Hospital since the beginning of February. Last Sunday we drove to my parent's house for a belated Easter dinner. The Easter Bunny came a week late and left eggs for Alistair and Natalie to find and then baskets for all 3 kids. We had such a beautiful day, I even have tan lines on my feet! It was nice to get out of the house and out of Bothell for a change!The GrandkidsWhile Seth has been home he has decided to use the time to get some things done around the house, with the help of Alistair. One of the major projects was to tackle our lawn, or lack thereof, and get rid of the moss. Seth borrowed the neighbor's broadcast spreader and Alistair used our drop spreader and the two of them spread moss killer. Since that time Seth thatched the lawn and the 2 of them raked (we bought Alistair his own rake) it up and then spread sand and grass seed. Alistair is into trying out whatever piece of baby furniture we have out. We brought the bassinet downstairs in an attempt to get Gillian used to it. Alistair was checking it out and next thing I know he is laying in it. He had tried to get into the bassinet while it was on the stand, but he was thwarted. I think he has given up on that, but now tries to get into her swing!The Unibomber when he was almost 3?Pretty baby on her new quilt Grandma Hennessey madeGillian's favorite way to hangout with Daddy. She always looks so comfortable!

She suckered me into sleeping with her like this after an early morning feeding. It was quite cozy!

Brothers and Sisters

Alistair didn't want anything to do with Gillian when he got home today. We didn't force him to do anything with her. He has come around on her and this afternoon wanted to hold her. She even decided to wake for the occasion! Alistair also decided he wanted to try on my donut I got in the hospital from the soreness in my back end from the horrible bed!