Trip to see cousin Braden

We went to see our big cousin Braden this weekend. We had a great time playing with Braden and his water table.

Thanks for having us!

P.S. Dad had the keys to the car in his pocket!

He must like keeping us on out toes.

We love water!

Braden and Ryan

Ears, Nose

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Head

Ryan

Big Hugs! So Cute!

Grapes with Elmo and Grandma

Grandpa and Ryan

Sean brushing his teeth

Harden Triplets

Hello Harden Triplets,
I have been trying to post messages to your blog but for some reason I can't get passed the password. Anyway, I love the seat you use. They are the best! They recline, the tray stays on, they have a spot for a cup and best of all.....they are comfortable so the kids love them!
I am impressed at all you do!
Great pictures!

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We had a geat Memorial Day!

The boy's and I went to our first parade together! We had great seats 3 blocks from grandma house. They loved seeing all the people. We waved very large maple tree leaves (we left the flags at home) at all the people in the parade. They loved when the kids in the parade brought them over candy. They don't know what candy is yet so I think they thought they were giving them toys. Anyway, they loved it.

We then went to Starbucks where we ran into another triplet family. They were 10 yrs old and loved playing with Ryan, Casey and Sean. We then walked home ( about 3 miles round trip), Ryan fell asleep in the choo choo. The poor thing, his head kept bobbling the entire way home. I put my bag on his lap so he wouldn't bang his head on the wagon.

I transferred all the boy's (with Howie's help) into their cribs then picked up grandma and ran to BJs. How is it possible to spend 500.00 a month there and 500.00 a month at walmart. I don't know how I do it but I do! lol

Then I ran home unloaded the car, stocked 2 refrigerators and 1 freezer, dressed the boys and went back to Grandma's for a BBQ. Howie was not feeling well. I think he is really tried. Last week was long. We had dinner with Great Grandma, Grandma, Pop-pop, Aunt Ellie, Uncle Paul and Uncle Dave. Ryan sat on Grandpa's lap through dinner. I don't think GP got anything to eat. Ryan ate everything on his plate-poor pop-pop! ;)Sean sat on Great Grandma's lap and enjoyed dessert with her. Casey sat with me and ate. He really thinks he would enjoy coffee if he every had the opportunity to get his hands on a cup. Grandma did all the work as usual. The kids just love spending time with her. Mike and Jessica came by later. It was a very very nice day.

Great Day At Work

Can't go into much detail but today was a great day!
It involved a field trip, 21 of my fav, grandma and CASEY!

Updates

Ryan

nicknames: Ry Ry
favorite toys: Big Ball, blanket, mom and dad's cell phone, remote control and regular phones
adores: his brother's-he always has to know where they are, hugs, saying "hi",
not too fond of: cheese, being put in his crib
milestones: He can repeat "I love you" ,


Casey

nicknames: Casey Do, Case, case
favorite toy: remote and books
adores: Elmo,
not too fond of: putting a shirt on and having his hand get stuck in the sleeve
neat tricks- putting his blanket over his head and then peeking his out and saying "hi"


Sean

nicknames: poop poop
favorite toys: laundry basket (he loves to sit in them and swing as he yells "lying")
adores: grapes, grapes and more grapes
milestones: he started doing full rolls last week

Collective likes:
Cheerios, elmo videos and now mickey mouse, choo choo wagon, watermelon, grapes

Mother's Day 2008

Hello Bubbie & Grandpa

Hi, We are looking forward to your visit! Please enjoy all the following pictures and videos. All our love, Howie, Hather, Casey, Ryan and Sean

The Infertility Awareness Project

As Mother's Day is tomorrow, I feel the need to pray for couples who are experiencing infertility. My triplets were born 10 years and one month after my husband and I were married. I waited a long time and it was the hardest time of my life. I am so thankful for my gifts. I look at them in amazement everyday and never forget how thankful I am that I was chosen for them. I send my strength and prayers to those who are dealing with this.

If you want to know what infertility feels like go to

http://www.tearsandhope.com/emptyarms_video.html

Muscle Men 5/6/08

Looking forward to Mother's Day

I am looking forward to my second Mother's Day. This is a very special day for me and my family. The only thing I would like to do is to take the boy's out for ice cream! Sounds like so much fun!
When I came home from work (9:15 pm---started at 7:30, but I am currently working on graduate courses so it is OK) Ryan was crying. Howie had washed their blankets but forgot to dry them. It threw everything off so much so that poor Ryan was sobbing when I went up to get him. Casey was up but he was entertaining himself with his feet and Sean was asleep belly down, one hand on his flashlight and the other on a book. I held R and C for a long time. They have this funny thing they do...they dig their nail into my skin. They do it when they are reading, they do it when they are drinking their bottles, they will be running around and stop, grab my hand and dig their nails into it. It doesn't really hurt it is just a funny habit. Anyway, I put casey into his crib and he reluctantly put his head on his pillow and with with blanket he was very happy. Ryan wanted to be put down, he was reaching for his crib when he saw his pillow and blanket magically appeared. I sat on the floor with one hand in one crib and one in the other so they could both dig their nails into my fingers!

A great end to a long day. These are some pictures of the umbrellas we bought to use with out choo coo.

New umbrellas

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Poem from Anguandthetriplets.com

This is a poem I found on one of the amazing triplet sites. Thanks to angusandthetriplets.com for sharing this. I'm not sure if he wrote it but I am going to ask.


NOW I KNOW WHY MOTHERS CRY

The longing aching in your heart

Like an arrow piercing in the dark

Your constant prayer to God above

To send a family to share and love

For new born babes full of innocence & charm

Snuggles and cuddles just made for your arms

Precious gifts from above to amaze and behold

More precious than oil and gold

I see the beauty in my babies eyes

And now I know why mothers cry

The sweet sound of babies chatter

Their little feet go pitter patter

To be brought forth in days of latter

And teach of things that really matter

About faith & hope and joy complete

As we gather round the Saviors feet

No earthly force could make such splendor

The grace the beauty so soft and tender

They must be sent from heaven on high

And now I know why mothers cry

My Support System

I need to thank all the people who helped get us through the pregnancy and first year. We have been blessed with the most supportive group of loving, caring people anyone could ever ask for. My mother, my sister Eileen and my childhood friend Dawn were my rocks during the good and the bad.
In addition I am blessed with some friends that have become family. Terry, Anne and Katie have become such an important part of our family. These are some of the most caring people I have ever met.


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5/4/08 Almost 21 months!

Tomorrow they boy's will be 21 months!
We went to great grandma's house today for a visit. She was so surprised how big they are. They ran into the backyard as she sat on the deck. What a surprise. They proceeded to eat all of her grapes (no surprise as they are their favorite snack). U Dave come over and the 6 of us (pop-pop too) had a great time. We then proceeded to grandma's house where we ate dinner and once again left her with a mess. --thanks grandma and grandpa
Casey-
So much fun. Big, big smiles.
Ryan-
Ryan needs to choose where he wants to sit in the car. No one else cares (thank god) but it is a big deal to him. He also has to have Sean's and Casey's cup , plate, snack, shirt and pants. I think he is the only 21 month old that will tell you what will tell you what he will and will not wear. Ryan always wants to be with his brothers. He is very concerned for them and looks out for them.
Sean-
Most definately his own man. He repeats everything you say.