Growing Up Way Too Fast

Today my baby turns 6 months old:( I can't believe how quickly Zander is growing up. It makes me sad, yet happy at the same time. I am excited to see him meeting his milestones, but also know he is my last and don't want him to grow up. He is a great baby, althought Casey might disagree as Zander is definitely a momma's boy:) He is rolling over both from back to belly and vice versa, smiling up a storm, blowing bubbles, and eating yummy fruits and veggies (and now loving them!)

Zoey also turned 20 months this weekend. She continues to be a "busy" little stinker to say the least. She isn't talking much, but we know she is just being stubborn about it as she understands everything. She says a few things, but if you ask her to say something, she turns her head and will not do it. Wow, how stubborn can you be!?! I think Zander weighs almost as much as Zoey now.

Although Maizy doesn't turn anything more this month (once you get past 2, It is easier to just go by the years) I can't leave her out. Maizy is doing great in Preschool, especially being a year behind the others. She is a great big sister to both Zoey and Zander and is a big helper to mom as well. She also has a defiant string in her, but is cute as a button, which makes up for that most of the time

Being "Frugal"

So, like my old roommate and friend, Nancy, I decided a while ago that I was going to try to be a little more frugal. Some weeks I take the time to follow the ads and clip coupons, and other weeks I am not so great. I have not taken any classes yet (although it has peaked my interest) to get the full use out of deals/coupons. As you can see above, it is quite the table full of food, and the grand total.........not quite $80. Now, some of you might be saying that isn't such a great deal. Well, some of the items were on the "deal" list, and a few items were just plain necessities. Like the frozen meals...they are necessary for me to take to work and were on sale, but not as good as they could have been. Best deal...the big thing of bottled water regulary almost $8...I got it for $2.79. Ignore the junk food. Sue me, I have kids...and I also have a sweet tooth! :)

First night

First, my baby turned 5 months old a few weeks ago and I never got around to posting. His bib definitely fits him this week...he has been a monster to say the least. He is usually so laid back and easy going, but not this week. I hope his sisters aren't rubbing off on him.

Here is Maizy sleeping in her new bed in her new room for the 1st time.
Ahhhh, I love them when they are sleeping:)

Zoey is so peaceful. She is loving having an actual bed of her own instead of a crib mattress on the floor. Look at those adorable rosy cheeks.

I know Zander doesn't care, but the color of his room is great. Old Olive for those of you familiar with SU colors. Somehow we have to get Zander out of his bundling phase. He doesn't sleep without it.