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I think it's time for us to get Madelyn some real dress up clothes. She's obsessed with putting things on her head - and thanks to Rob, she wears socks on her hands...every day. I'll pass Jude on a daily basis, sitting in his swing, with his blanket folded up and his bare feet exposed - and then I'll find Madelyn wearing his socks on her hands. It was cute in the beginning, but now Jude has about 15 single socks - and I have no idea where the matching socks are.

Identical Families

Ben and Kat came by a few weeks ago, and we were able to get a few shots of our identical children. Maddie and Maggie (that gets confusing when they are here) are eight weeks apart, and Jude and Cash are one month apart. Jude and Cash are going to start a band when they get older - due to their rockstar names.

My Little Bag Lady

Maddie is obesssed with finding junk, putting it in her stroller and pushing it around. She also has a new favorite question, "I'm alright?" She thinks it applies to anything and everything that gets "hurt" - aka, falls out of the stroller. If I don't answer her immediately, she'll hunt me down, and repeat, "I'm alright?" Until I tell her that, yes - she's alright.

This particular morning - she felt it necessary to tote around two bottles, two batteries, a nursing pad, Mylicon drops, the battery cover for Jude's swing, a sippy cup and a linking block. My house is NEVER clean. And yes - that IS my purse around her neck. Again, I ask that you forgive the hair - I don't even attempt to run a brush through it until after her nap.

One Month Later...

Jude is officially one moth old, and Madelyn has a new best friend. She walks around all day saying "hey little boy" or "oooooh baby." Granted she says hi to everything. This morning alone, I have heard, "hi bear" "hi little water" "hi bah-bah" "hi dada" and "hi little fishies." However, I am assuming that because Jude is her brother, she loves him the most - and her other hellos are just shallow, empty greetings. Anyway, here are a few pictures of our kids. I was not kidding in an earlier post when I mentioned that Madelyn had the world's worst morning hair. I prove that again with these photos.

Dear Blog,
Last night I went out with my friend Stefanie. We drove to Xango to decorate our husbands' work stations. On the way up Stef mentioned that she didn't like when people treated thier blogs like journals. Why would she say something like that, dear blog? I know she wasn't talking about you - at least I hope she wasn't. You truly have been my closest friend for so long...I love being able to confide in you, and really appreciate all of your support. Speaking of confiding in you, I am so excited that it's Valentine's Day. I think I may have a Valentine or two coming my way this afternoon...perhaps from - well, you? Blog - lets make it official. Will you be my Valentine? I'm sure that Rob won't mind. That way he doesn't have to get me anything! Well, I'd better get back to my homemaker duties.
Love always,
Melissa
PS. I'll leave a few pictures for your enjoyment.

Sweet Home Chicago

When I first moved to Utah, it seemed like EVERYONE was always asking, "WHERE are you from?" I remember being baffled by the snickers I heard as I answered,
"Shi-cahhh-go." I thought we all sounded the same, but I guess I was wrong. Here I am, six years down the road - laughing at my very relatives with the same thick "Polish Sah-sage" accents. I may have lost my accent, but I have not lost my Chicago Pride. I will make all my favorite Chicago foods, and cheer on Da Bears this coming Sunday. So now I ask you all to grow out your moustaches, put on your amber tinted glasses, and give a cheer for the Orange and Blue. If you're still not convinced - just watch this video...it's SURE to change your mind.

Happy day after your Birthday

Yesterday was Rob's birthday, and I didn't get a chance to blog about him - so here we go. He spent his 27th birthday at work, and came home to a wife that didn't have any gifts (I have to stay in with Jude for, pretty much, the entire winter). He'll get his gift (Nintendo Wii) as soon as we can get our hands on one. Thank you to Rob's mom who came over and let Rob, Maddie and me go to dinner. Rob ate two pounds of crab - which apparently is enough to make him a happy birthday boy. We then came home, watched some TV, and went to bed.
All I can say is that I'm glad I have a husband who still loves me after such a sad birthday. Rob - you truly are my very best friend, and the most perfect father to our kids. I love you so much. And to prove my love - I'll post this picture of what you, Maddie and Jude look like in the morning. Happy Belated Birthday!!!

Last Friday, I had the great honor of leaving the house - yes, it was only to pick up dinner, but still - I was getting out. I went to the garage to start the car (literally gone for less than a minute) and this is what I returned to find.

More Pictures

People are always telling me that Madelyn has "great hair." I just thought that I'd post this picture so that everyone can see what we deal with EVERY morning. Yes, it's cute - but it's a disaster. Also a couple more pictures of our darling little Jude.

New Son

He's here! Introducing Jude Tyler Wilson - born January 18th at 5:03 pm. Jude weighed in at 7 lbs 14 oz, and is 19 1/2 inches long. Rob, Jude and I are happy and healthy. Madelyn is healthy - but thus far...not so happy. We'll keep our fingers crossed!

Had Ourselves a Merry Little Christmas

Better Late, than Later...

Here are some of my favorite pictures from Thanksgiving at my parent's house.

Silly Red-head

Here it is, almost a month since my last post - and I am still having a hard time figuring out what to write about. I guess I need to thank those that are still loyal to my blog...they must be my true friends. I have not received one email, comment or sarcastic remark about the length in between posts. They are also the people that are NOT calling me on a daily basis to see if I've had a baby; and kept it a secret. So to you - my loyal, understanding, and loving friends...I must add this EXCLUDES my own mother, THANK YOU, and I WILL call you! - - Mom, we'll send you an email when he's born!!
Now, onto my latest good chuckle. I have a dear friend - we'll call her Stefanie F. No, that's too obvious - S. Farnsworth. Now this S. Farnsworth is having a baby in a few months and I get the joy of throwing her a baby shower. Many of you may think I'm being sarcastic, but I REALLY am excited to do it. I was chatting with her online yesterday when I asked her if she was going to register anywhere for baby gifts. She said she hadn't really thought about it - but probably not. I explained to her that she will technically only get one shower, and should try to get as much baby stuff as possible - for this child, and future children. Baffled, she asked me what she would need. I ran through a small list, and she responds, "Oh, I guess you're right. I just figured I'd need a crib and some diapers." Oh, S. Farnsworth, if only.

Yes, you DID count nine

Just in case you were looking for a Christmas themed inflatable, and were unable to find any - you now know who to blame: the lady across the street from us.