Rain Rain Go Away!

With the past few days being so rainy, we've been stuck trying to entertain the boys indoors. This isn't the easiest of tasks sometimes, and they make sure to let us know when they have been inside too long. We tried to go to the pumpkin patch this morning, but it was so muddy that we couldn't really walk around and do much. However, Landon managed to do just enough walking around that he needed a change of clothes when we got home! Tomorrow, the Thompsons will leave for a road trip and will be gone for 6 weeks. We enjoyed one last little get together (until December) by taking the boys to Chuck-E-Cheese! This was a fun, non-muddy way for them to release some of that pent up energy! NiNi and G-Pa joined us and we all had a great time!

This is what Reid did for the first part of our time there.

Caedmon was just excited that this ride was over!

Our family sketch

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These are just some other random pictures from our past few days. The first is what we've recently caught Landon doing when his baby brother is crying!

My big boy sitting up!

Cousin Caedmon reading a story to Reid

Ahhhhh...now this is the life!! A warm bubble bath and the Disney channel! Yes, we have a T.V. in the bathroom! I thought it was ridiculous at first too, but you'd be amazed at how quickly you get used to it! :o)

3 Months

We can't believe it's already been 3 months since our sweet Reid was born! He is doing much better as far as his colic and is more consolable these days! However, we have had to switch him to the same hypoallergenic (and expensive) formula that Landon was on. At his last doctor's appt. (about 2 weeks ago) he weighed 12 lbs. 13 oz. Even though Landon is the oldest, we have a feeling Reid might truly be the "bigger" brother. Time will tell! Reid is officially sleeping through the night now...YEA...and will sleep anywhere from 8-10 hours. His smiles and coos are so sweet and we can't wait to watch his personality develop more as the months go by!

A big smile caught on camera
3 months old

Since it was cool and rainy this morning and we couldn't go outside, we packed up and headed to Bass Pro Shop for some warmer, indoor fun! Next, we had Mexican food for lunch and then made a quick trip to Target. When we came home, all 4 of us took a nice, long nap! By early evening, Landon was already going stir-crazy again, so Aaron moved some furniture and set up the bounce house inside to help him release some energy! Unfortunately, I didn't get a picture!

Mommy, Landon and the "growly bear" at Bass Pro Shop

A Spoonful of Sugar

Last night, Aaron and I sent the boys to MiMi's and headed out for a wonderful evening with Matt and Lauren! It was much needed, kid-free, adult time and we enjoyed every minute! We started off with dinner at McAlisters and then took the DART train down to Fair Park to watch the musical, Mary Poppins! The show was practically perfect in every way! :) It was 2 1/2 hours long, but was well worth our time! We didn't get home until 1:00 a.m....for being an old married couple, I'd say that's pretty good! Thanks MiMi and NiNi for helping make this fun night possible!

Me and Aaron being a little silly while waiting for the DART train.

Z is for Zebra

The Thompson Troop and the McGrew Crew loaded up 3 little boys, 2 big boys, 2 tired Mamas and LOTS of kid paraphernalia and headed to the Fort Worth Zoo for the day! The weather was a little cool but was really quite perfect for a fun day outdoors! The hour-long trip was well worth the pleasure of seeing our sweet little boys get so excited about all the animals! After we were inside the park and saw the first exhibit, Landon refused to ride in the stroller anymore because he didn't want to miss a thing! All the boys (including the big ones) were on their best behavior while we enjoyed our 4 1/2 hour stay. Lauren was a real trooper as well, even though she's had the preggo blues lately. She's expecting baby #2 next May! YEA!! After the zoo, we headed to my parents house to celebrate my mom's birthday with some take-out from Chili's and birthday pie! Yum!

Reid is ready to go!

Landon seems to love zebras because he always makes sure to point them out in his books at home. So, this morning Aaron had him get a book and show him a zebra. He told Landon that we would see a real zebra at the zoo. Aaron packed the book away and pulled it out when we found the zebras! What a great dad!!

I was trying to comfort Reid (who was not happy at this point) but Landon was trying so hard to see the lions, so I had to pick him up as well.

My 3 boys looking at a bear
This fella was BIG and scary looking up close!

Lauren and Caedmon

Matthew and Caedmon

Trying to get a closer look

In the gift shop

This little guy was pooped after we left!

I let Reid get a "taste" of my broccoli! How do you think he liked it?

Mommy and Reid

White Noise?

This might explain why many nights we end up sleeping with the hair dryer running! And apparently, that's not loud enough anymore! This child is sleeping while Aaron is mowing around and under him!! He didn't budge until Aaron was done and turned the mower off!