Wow, it’s been such a long time since anyone has posted.  I, personally, have taken quite a break from blogging all together.  It happens, you know, you get burned out.  Hopefully, I’ll get back into it soon.  Nothing major has been going on.  We had an awesome Christmas!  The older two went back to school today.  Faith and Emma have been walking around looking for Allie.  Faith will come up to me and ask, “Mama, where Awie??” It’s quite adorable, if I say so myself.  She has really surprised me with her speech and how well she is communicating.  Of course, you all know, my older two, had delays in speech, so it just amazes me to hear some of the things that come out of Faith’s mouth.  Emma is talking too, just not quite advanced, but still more than what Allie and Christopher were doing at this age.

Well, just wanted to touch base with you guys, and try to revive the blog a little.  Hopefully, we will all find more time to post something, even if it is just a quick “Hello”.  I stay pretty active on Facebook, Keri, Franca, and Heather are on there now too!  Here’s the link to my profile, is anyone wants to add me, I’m on Twitter too:

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY EMMA & FAITH!!

And amazing event happened to us 2 years ago. It was the very unexpected, premature birth, of Emma & Faith. It was a very stressful time for us, but some how we all pulled through it. Today, they are two very typical 2 year old girls, with two completely different personalities. Faith is Allie’s “mini-me” practically. Always, toddling right behind her where ever she goes. She’s Allie’s little partner in crime. LOL

In the beginning, Emma had a little trouble with learning to sit, crawl and walk, but now she has completely caught up with Faith, and is capable of dressing herself, putting on socks, shoes, etc. It’s really amazing. I am constantly catching her putting on Allie’s pants or Christopher socks. It is so adorable.

Here’s a video that I would like to share (many of you have already seen it) in celebration of their birthday and their survival really. We’ve been so blessed, and I thank God everyday for them.

I let the domain expire…sorry about that, you guys!  Not sure how long it’s been unavailable to you guys, so if you tried to access the blog and couldn’t, I’m sorry for the inconvenience.  Everything is ok now, we are registered for a whole year!  Speaking of a year, I got to thinking, and said to myself, “Has it been a year since we started Got Multiples?”  And then I remembered that I had purchased the domain several months before we actually started using it, which was in February 2008.  I think when the time comes, we should do something to celebrate our “Blogoversary”.  Not quite sure what that would be right now.  But if anyone has any ideas???

Anyway, just wanted to let you guys know that I’ve really enjoyed blogging with you guys, and hope we continue to do so for a very long time!

Love y’all!

Ruthie

Just wanted to let you guys know what has been going on down here. Keri and I have been preparing for Hurricane Gustav. She and her boys will be leaving their home to evacuate (she lives a little over 90 miles northwest of New Orleans).  I think she will be staying with her in-laws, who happen to live close to the border of Arkansas and Louisiana, but unfortunately, from what I understand her husband will be remaining behind due to the nature of his job.  So I’m sure she could really use your thoughts and prayers.

We are staying in Natchez (about 170 miles northwest of New Orleans).  Gustav has been predicted to make landfall as a category 3 hurricane. It just doesn’t look good at all.  We should be fine here, but could still end up with a major power outage. So that will be no picnic for sure. But I’m more importantly worried for everyone else south of us. I just can’t believe that we are dealing with this again. Very scary times.

Here is a video that I did of the twins on the phone today.  Emma was really have a great conversation, until I started filming with my digital cam, and she thought I was taking a picture.  So she started saying “Cheese!”

Here is Emma and Faith eating their Mac and Cheese with spoons.  Well…I think Faith got a couple of spoonfuls in, but Emma figured that her hands are the best way to go! LOL

Every year, I know I personally love doing a lot of my Christmas shopping on line.  One place I’ve always bought toys for the kids is Amazon.  Well right now, Amazon is sponsoring a really cool event called the Hasbro Hot Summer Toy Event.

When you click the link above, you’ll find a list of Hasbro’s new hot toys are available for pre-order! Right now you can pre-order some of this year’s hottest new toys now through August 2 and for every participating toy you buy, Hasbro will donate a toy to the Toys for Tots campaign. Plus you are eligible to receive FREE Super Saver Shipping (some restrictions may apply).

This is for such a very good cause. And one of my favorites and sure to be a favorite among others is this adorable Animatronic, life-size baby dinosaur. It stands over 3 feet tall and comes to “life” with realistic sounds and motion! It responds to your voice and touch with roaring and laughing sounds, and has expressive tail, head, eye, mouth and horn movements. It also plays 4 different adventure-themed tunes for immersed, make-believe fun! Perfect gift for your dinosaur lovers!  So if you are interested, you should hop on over to Amazon today!

You guys need to head on over to LaLaGirl Likes.  She and Chicco have come together to give away a brand new Trevi Twin Double Stroller! This is a really cool giveaway and I know that I would absolutely love to win this! Check out this pic and click through to register for the giveaway!