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Been just under a year since the kids were born. BIG party tomorrow. A few suprises. I’m sure it’ll be lots of fun. See you there!

Seems that either Jen or I have always got something going on. We’re constantly busy. Seems like sometimes we’re almost two passing ships in the night. If its not doing something for the kids, its something with the kids, etc. Don’t get me wrong, wouldn’t have it any other way, just tough on us sometimes.

I love hearing people complain about their 1 baby is so tough to take care of. Imagine two, and our kids are GOOD. But even w/ that, they’re still a lot of work.

With their 1 year birthday coming up, lets do some quick math. They average probably 10-12 diapers/day between the two of them, so I’ll split the diff and say 11. 11 diapers * 365 days = 4,015 diaper changes
4 meals day * 2 kids * 365 days = 2920 meals (that doesn’t include snacks between meals)
You could see how that begins to add up time-wise, and that doesn’t include baths, playtime, clothes changes, etc. It’s a big wear on us, but luckily we have a loving family that helps all they can.

All those crazy numbers aside, it’s been a great year. It’s insane to think how much they’ve not only grown, but developed. About walking now. They’re much more self-sufficient at meal-time. Just think of the things they’ve already experienced. Hailey and Tyler have both been on a carousel. They both LOVE the park (just try and getting them off the swing!), the zoo, even running to the store, or a long walk.

Our little babies aren’t so little anymore. We used to be able to hold each of them just cupped in the palm of our hand, now we’re lucky if we can even catch them cause they move so fast

Anyway, their first birthday party is in about a week. BIG party for a BIG milestone. There are a ton of people coming too. Shows you how much they’re loved

Should be fun! see you there