Teeth, Trouble, and Trucks

Isabel popped her second tooth, right next to her first one on the bottom of her mouth. I think it has been bugging her a little bit lately, since she has been slightly crabby. Neither of them have ever been crabby unless for a reason and I think that may be the reason now. Everett is still toothless, but it has to be close. He loves to smile for the camera, so once it comes in, you will all see it. They both have runny noses, which most people say is due to the teething process.

We had a little scare tonight around bedtime when the carbon monoxide alarm sounded. Sadie was working so I rounded up the kids and Molly and we went to the driveway. I called the fire department and they came over to check it out. Turns out the alarm was defective, but it was still scary enough for me. Isabel was not a fan of the chirping sound the alarm made either. Big thanks for the Howard Fire Department for checking things out for us. The kids were tired, but a little confused, so getting them to bed once it was over, was interesting.

Everett's new toys are some trucks he loves to drive around the house and while it's by total coincidence, he also makes a truck noise while pushing them around. It is so cool. He is totally a little man. Isabel will play with him, but she prefers books and her blanket. They both can walk with assistance and understand the concept of walking, but it will be a little while yet.

Last weekend, we all had a good time in Minneapolis with my parents and Grandma Johnsen. Their next trip is a long one to North Dakota over Memorial Day weekend. This weekend is a quiet one, which mom and dad are looking forward to.

A few new things have occurred since the last two weeks and they are some cool milestones. Isabel has gotten her first tooth!! On Friday, April 30th, Sadie was feeding the twins breakfast and she noticed the top of a tooth breaking through on the bottom of her gums. Very cool stuff! Isabel, of course, likes to feel it with her tongue and she is definitely proud of her new chomper. She also has learned to pull herself up to a standing position in her crib and on the couches. Only problem is, when she gets up, she doesn't yet know how to get back down, thus gets scared and cries a lot. It is making nap time and bedtime difficult. She will figure it out soon though.

Everett is in love with the camera and at 9 months, already has it down pat. Point the camera at him, say cheese, and he will stick his chin out and give a huge grin for you. He is so proud of himself.

This past weekend was a bit of a challenge as I threw my back out on Wednesday with a slipped disc and Sadie worked all weekend. Luckily, we found a sitter on Saturday morning and Sunday afternoon to get me some relief, but I probably still overdid it as I golfed Wednesday and installed a new basketball hoop on Thursday morning. Just bending over to pick up the kids or try and chase after them is too much. I have been to the chiropractor four times in the last five days, with slight improvement. Guess these kids are getting too big, or I am getting too old, as I just leaned over to pick one up and felt it pop.

Thursday we are going back to Minneapolis for a Twins baseball game and to visit Nana, Papa, and Grandma Johnsen. The twins will have fun swimming, shopping, eating, and attending their first baseball game. It is also Mother's Day on Sunday, so whatever Sadie wants to do, me and the kids will do it. She is excited to have 'Her Day'. Enjoy the new photos of the kiddos.