Halloween 2010 and things

It was a nice and simple Halloween for the Garcia family. We ordered some costumes online because the selection out in town was terrible. We dressed Jacob as a golfer because he loves to play with his golf set. We also think it fits his personality. For Joaquin we went with a pirate because it fits his personality and his gorgeous long locks of hair. We had a heck of a time trying to get them in the costume. And then, once we went outside it was like a jail break. Those boys were running around trying to get out of their costumes and trying to get into all sorts of trouble. Man, those boys can run!
We had a hard time trying to get some nice pictures of them. Latrice was having a hard time because she recently sprained her ankle going down some steps, AGAIN. This time it is not a broken left foot but a high ankle sprain on her right leg. She has to wear a walking boot for the next 3 weeks. But, it is much better than being in crutches. So, chasing down the boys was a huge challenge for her. Luckily, Joa was slowed down by some super over-sized boots that came with the costume, so that helped.
Today we also did some work around the house to prepare for Sebastian's arrival. We put the boys in twin size beds so we can start trying to sleep train them to go to sleep by themselves. We finally put up all of the decorations in their room and it looks much more like a toddler room now.
Today, Latrice is 32 weeks pregnant. The pregnancy is going well and Latrice has been getting around pretty good. We do have a mommy's helper coming to give Latrice a hand about 3 times a week. It really helps and she has been good about staying on top of the house work and keeping the boys entertained.
Anyway, we hope yall enjoy the pictures. Our boys are growing and the picture where Jacob has a huge smile as he is going away really turned out well. He looks like such a big boy and it offers us a peek into the future. It's hard to imagine that they will be 2 years old in a month. In many ways they are still our babies, but we know that they are growing fast and soon we will be taking their kindergarten pictures, etc. We love our boys!

~Javier

Fall, pumpkins and Aggie football

This is my favorite season. I love fall because it's the end of a long hot summer. The leaves start changing color. The weather is cool and perfect for opening all the windows to let the breeze in the house. Honey crisp apples are finally available. Pumpkins everywhere hail the coming of Halloween. And college football season begins. This is particularly special for Javier who bleeds maroon. It hasn't been the best Aggie football season so far, but we're die hard fans no matter what. We can't wait til we live in Texas and can go to the games as a family.

This past weekend, we took a trip out to a nearby pumpkin farm. Since it was a Saturday and the Aggies were playing, we decided to all wear our Aggie gear. A few people noticed and made comments. We took a hayride out to the pumpkin patch and tried to get some photos of the boys and of us... with the help of my friend who also joined us. Well, there was so much for the boys to look at and explore, that they paid no attention to the camera. So....we didn't end up with any good photos of us all looking or smiling at the camera. Guess that's what happens when you have two active and curious toddlers.

Normally, I'm the one taking all the photos, but after much harassment from the family to see my belly bump, I decided to get in some of the photos. Yes, I know it looks small. It looks bigger in person. I don't think I was standing at good angles to get a good picture of my belly.

Speaking of my belly bump, we are now 29 weeks along. That means in just 10 weeks, we will be meeting Sebi. It seems so close and also so far away. I can't imagine how our little family will change with the addition of a baby boy.

Oh, and I know many of you that still view this site will take notice of Joaquin's hair. It's still long. We have never cut it. Yes, people still think he's a girl, but we love his hair. It fits his personality and I think he looks great. Jacob still has a short haircut because he is just too active and sweaty. I recently tried my hand at cutting his hair. I was very nervous to do it because he kept wiggling and I was afraid I would cut his ear or something. Well, it wasn't the most even of haircuts, but it's shorter and when it's combed, it looks fine enough for us.

These days are busy with getting the house ready for baby Sebi's arrival. The crib is together and I'm digging out the boys' newborn clothes and cloth diapers to be washed and put away. I guess I'm entering the nesting stage of this pregnancy. Tomorrow, Javier and I will go to my doctor's office for a 3d/4d ultrasound. We are hoping to see some good footage of our little boy. If we get some really good ones, I'll post them here tomorrow, so cross your fingers that Sebi isn't a shy guy.

Well, it's almost time for the bedtime routine and tonight is bath night, so I'll wrap this up and wish everyone a good night.

~Latrice