I forget everything.

So I know I've had three kids, but each time I have a newborn I have to re-learn how to do it. I just plain forget. I've gotten rid of almost all of my baby stuff since Henry for downsizing reasons and also because of the fact that most of them were either broken or disgusting after the use of three rather energetic boys.

So here is my question? What baby items do you love or do your friends love or do you wish you had. Anything...strollers, toys, gadgets, cool ways to organize, or simplify. I am going to do some garage saleing this summer to re-stock on my baby stuff and want to have an eye open for useful stuff.

BTW...one month until I find out if it is a boy or girl. I am convinced it is a boy. Sammy is already hugging my belly and saying, "I'm hugging my sister." Most people seem to think it is a girl. Anyone have a hunch?

a lukey chat

Luke: I'm hungry.
Me: Well how about a carrot.
Luke: No, that's weird.
Me: Why is that weird?
Luke: It tastes too serious.

Return of the Jedi!

One of our favorite things is to plan kids' birthday parties. It is a good mix of both of our talents. This year we had Jedi Training that ended in Darth Vader's demise (thanks Brian!). Luke was in heaven...which means it was a success!

Happy B-day to my sweet Lukey!

About Luke:

He is really sensitive. If he ever gets in trouble he immediately says "Hugs" and is sad until he gets them. He always needs cuddling. If he is acting out all you have to do is hug and love on him and he is fine.

He runs with his arms at his sides.

He uses really funny grammar that makes me laugh.

He is loves legos. He'll spend forever looking at the Lego directions and making different lego machines. He is very meticulous about it.

He likes to do things the right way. For instance, Sam got a push up bar for Christmas and Luke saw that the guy on the box had exercize shorts on and no shirt, so before he used it he had to take his shirt off and get shorts on. He spent a half hour coming up with his own work out routine.

He loves to dance. When there is music on, he can't help but moving some part of his body.

Whenever the radio is on he always says "Turn off this girl music Mom, I want Rock music." In a really annoyed voice.

I love you Luke. You are perfect.

Luke Hirtwalker

I made this for Luke's birthday party. He has been carrying it around with him everywhere he goes. Mission accomplished.