R.I.P. Raccoons

I always thought it was lame when people got sad when packing away baby clothes when they got too small.  They are just clothes after all.  But, as I put the boy and girl raccoon outfits that my mom made on the twins tonight, I realized this is the last night they will be able to wear them.  I am so excited that they are growing so fast, but I can't help but be a little bit sad that they've already grown out of the newborn stage.  People tell you it goes quickly, and they're right.  How to preserve these precious times?  I just remind myself to enjoy the simple moments each day.

Tonight we worked on a bedtime routine.  It was fun to give baby massages and read stories.   I have to admit, that was my first time through Goodnight Moon (how do you like that underline, Jen???).  I'm sure it won't be the last.  We also read a doggie/barking counting book from cousin Paige.  I'm glad David was the only one in the room because I sounded ridiculous.  

I had a moment of normalcy tonight thanks to my friend Karen.  She helped hold and love on the babies so I had time to cook a warm dinner that didn't come from a can.  David and I actually sat at the table and ate - well......  it wasn't at the same time - but we sat!

For those following the Max saga - absolutely no changes in his breathing as far as David and I can see.  We've been video taping him each day so we can see differences, but nothing!  But, he's definitely feeling better than last week.  He loves playing the "stick out your tongue" game and he's really starting to get the smile thing.  

Rose is enjoying wearing her new clothes.  She rocked two outfits today (because she had a blow out!  bummer!).  She is so strong and is an expert at picking her head up.  She hasn't quite got the smile down but she is getting really good at tracking objects with her eyes.

Here are some more reading pictures for you - and the last night of the raccoon outfits : (

Had to add this.  Nittany has to be right up in the action - always.