10 months to 11 months

Hi there.....it's been a while. Let me introduce myself.....nah, just kidding! Seriously, I uploaded these pics over a week ago. Dan's away, it doesn't take long for me to tidy up at the end of the night...then I sit down with a cuppa and Facebook. So wonderful and so time consuming. I have made amazing, life long friends (who I have never met) via Facebook, had crap put on me by stupid American women with nothing else better to do, and watched one of my wonderful friends be driven off Facebook by the same women, yet I keep going back for more. It's ok, I've got thick skin and as you know, I'm super positive and couldn't really give a toss. 

Anyway.....moving on. 

In 3 weeks, almost to the exact time right now, my babies will turn 1. Yes, it has gone mind blowingly fast. I cannot fathom how quick this last year has gone. How am I going? Awesome. I think the best thing is that I'm happy. I laugh. I smile. I enjoy them, and Jordan and Amali. Is it always so rosy? Nope! But I'd say 80:20 ratio. I talk to them in silly sing song voices that keeps me upbeat too, they laugh and smile and I'm just loving it. We go places. All the time. I'm rarely home for more than 2 days in a row. Some people don't understand, they wonder if it's worth carting them around ect ect ect. Well, it is. I'm still enjoying my life and all of my children's lives. What's the point of complaining about how long it takes to get in the car, or how much stuff you need to take? This IS my life now and there's only 1 thing to do - embrace and enjoy it.

And by these photos, you'll see that I am.

 Watching big brother Jordan at swimming lessons

 Look at us! We have all been standing for ages now and can sit down unassisted.

 And we love it when our Daddy comes home!

 She got up there all by herself. She's my monkey. I'm going to have to watch this one.

 Did I also mention she's also the messiest?

 Dylan

 Isaac, the second messiest.

 Told you she was a monkey

We took off to the Gold Coast for 4 nights to stay with Daniel's family. On the way down we went to the Brisbane Museum and Science Centre. Babies were so well behaved and the kids loved it.

 Here's their 10 month photo, I've already taken the 11 month so will post that in a few days.

 3 little helpers!

 Isaac crawls around like a little bulldog with his arms wide and is usually accompanied with a 'ra ra ra' as his hands hit the ground.

 Ailah is the fastest although Isaac is catching her more and more.

 Dylan likes to take his time and take everything in. I found him on top of the toy box today though....

 Her first pony tail! Thanks Anita!

 More cuddles for Daddy. Dan is only home 1 week out of 3 and I must say, he's certainly improved a heap with helping out when he's home now!

 Dylan through the tunnel....

 Ailah through the tunnel.....

 Isaac through the tunnel! They love this tunnel and go back and forth waiting for each other to come through, super cute to watch.

 Dylan, Ailah and Isaac

 Whoever taught Dylan to wave is going to cop it! Oh wait...that was me. He does NOT stop waving. But it is super cute!

 Nice cool weather allowed me to put these snuggly outfits on them for some outside play.

 Our little out door jail. We leave the back door open and they go in and out as they please, they love the freedom of it and going up and down the little step.

 Peek a boo!

 The Trama family frown.

And in their little playmat come tunnel come cubby. They are such a joy at the moment. Life is great.

Crawlers!

Yup, 3 crawlers! This was the first time Dylan had crawled and I'd never seen Isaac do this either! Well, Isaac is only commando crawling but, he's getting there! Ailah is finally up on all fours, crawling properly. It is honestly so cute watching Dylan and Ailah crawling together, I can't wait until they all are. Yes, I can hear you all saying 'What! You want them to crawl?!' - yes, I do! I love this stage, they'll drive me batty I'm sure, but it'll be a fun batty....in a 'hide in the cupboard and drink wine' sense. I'm sure. I think.

We've been rather busy building a large undercover area......which I've been taking loads of photos as construction has been happening.....to have just deleted them on the camera *internal screaming* but, I'll get over it!

All I hear out of Dylan and Isaac's mouth is da-da and da-dee. Come on boys!! He's only here 1 week out of 3! Ma-ma ma-ma ma-ma!!!!! Ailah is just a tad cute, she tries to crawl away when I go to pick her up and thinks it's hilarious. Isaac loves to have a cloth nappy square placed over his head, then pulls it off and laughs to my 'peek a boo'! Dylan can wave! It is adorable! Tonight when we were video calling Daddy he waved as soon as he saw Daniel on the screen and not long later said Da-da. I'm not counting it as his first word (I don't unless it is said in context), I'll wait to see if he does it again or if it was a fluke. But I bet it made Dan's day.

So I did their 9 month (gasp - 9 months!!!!????) photo shoot, which I was pretty proud of! It was a week late but I loved my idea to use their funky shag rug as the backdrop. You will see that again I promise!

There were LOTS of horrible shots. 2 babies that are moving around and 1 who turned super grumpy the moment I aimed the camera on him is not a good idea - but perseverance is a good thing, so here you are.

 Isaac, Ailah and Dylan

 Note the bath toy in Isaac's hand. The only thing that would keep him from crying.

With our fantastic Nanny away for 2 weeks (back today - woohoo!), they got to come to swimming lessons. Thankfully there is a room that I can sit in and they can watch the kids swimming. They loved it!

They love this toy that Grandi got them - Isaac tries to push the other two off so he can have it to himself - did I mention he's our bully? Loves taking everything the other 2 are playing with and he always wins tug of war.

Love, love love this pic. Daniel hasn't even seen it yet. Gee he's a bit of a spunk!

Just a normal thing for AIlah. She was a monkey in a past life. I am in big trouble with this one. She is a major climber. I even found her on top of one of those clear storage boxes. Yes, on top. On her hands and feet. Eeeeek!!!

I've started birthday party planning. It's going to be big. I've never done the whole 'over the top matching thing' - generally it's fairly matching but not crazy lady - this however will be one of those parties. It's not everyday that your triplets turn 1!!! Stay tuned........

Remembering

I was going to write this post all about the people I encounter on a daily basis, the rude, the kind, the stares, the pointing....feeling like a bit of a freak. But, I've decided not to dwell on the negative at this time. I want to tell you how lucky I am. How lucky I am to have my babies.

A year ago I asked you all to pray, send love and thoughts to my friend in the states. At 3 days ahead of me, carrying triplets as her first babies, we had a great connection. For whatever reason - God, fate, mother nature being unkind, she did not get to keep her babies. The anniversary of Ryker, Tommy and MaryElizabeth's birth and death is tomorrow. And I sit here with tears streaming down my face thinking of my friends pain.

So, MF, this one is dedicated to you. You and your beautiful angel babies who were too sweet for this earth.

I am lucky to have healthy babies. 2 + 3 = 5 babies.
I am lucky to watch them grow, learn and adore the world around them.
I am lucky to look up from preparing dinner to 3 sets of eyes watching my every move.
I am lucky to feel a little hand grab my leg and try to pull herself up.
I am lucky to wipe up 7 little wee's during nappy free time, just after I have mopped.
I am lucky to strip Ailah's filthy 'commando crawling' clothes off at the end of the day.
I am lucky to watch my older children play, shriek and laugh at the antics of their 3 younger siblings.
I am lucky to shovel endless amounts of food into their hungry little mouths.
I am lucky to wait patiently (most times) while they guzzle down my breastmilk.
I am lucky to clean 3 high chairs 4 times a day.
I am lucky to have survived Isaac's incessant screaming as a small baby - he's now the happiest one.
I am lucky to have children that sleep really well - most times.
I am lucky to watch endless teeth appearing through swollen gums.
I am lucky to rinse out pooey nappies (remind me of this when I complain).
I am lucky to watch 3 babies laugh when I do a fake, exaggerated sneeze.
I am lucky to watch Dylan happily play by himself without a care in the world.
I am lucky to hear soft snoring from them all night long.
I am lucky to see 3 little heads snap around when I walk through the door.

I am lucky.

Many others are not. And not just those who have lost triplets. To all the mums who have angel babies, my heart breaks for you. Sometimes I complain about being tired, or wanting more 'me' time, or just complain - but I, and others, need to take a breath and think - I am lucky - my children are here.

Thank you for reminding me.

xxx

A Long Awaited Update

So I uploaded these pictures last week. Sigh. I swear, I seem to have all this 'time' in the evenings but can't get to blog! Such is life hey? 

I just keep thinking 'it's 3 months until they turn 1!' It's crazy how fast this is all going. Wasn't I pregnant yesterday? Apart from the seasonal coughs and colds we are all well, thankfully no return of Jordan's asthma this year (touch wood) and no more cases of Bronciolitis (sp?) with the babies.

I'll let the photos speak for themselves more this time.

We went to Ballina a few weeks ago to catch up with Daniel's family, and had such a great time with them that we'll be going each year to stay at the same place.

 Cousins enjoyed being together

The kids had fun watching all the soldier crabs - Amali would NOT go any where near them!

 

 And the babies enjoyed the sun and grass!

 There was jumping

 And sharing

And lots of photos. This is their 8 month shot

And I'm pleased to say that they now sleep in the car really, really well!! Only took 8 months!

With Daddy now working away for 2 weeks, then home for 1 week, the babies and older kids clamber for his attention when he's home!

There's been swinging and giggling

 

 Scrambled egg eating

And fun in the bath.

With the cooler weather making an appearance, it was time to buy some super cute beanies. I think they're pretty pleased with them! Go check out Trucks & Tutus on Facebook.

This is how we feed the horses or walk later in the afternoons now

 And I also bought them some snuggly Plum sleeping bags from Bedtime Baby

She is a triplet mumma too :)

I'm still breastfeeding, 4 times a day, and they get 3 meals a day plus afternoon tea now too. The boys have been sleeping through the night for a few weeks, I call Isaac my 12 hour boy. It's amazing! Ailah still wakes up around 3-4am for a feed, but she is on the move now so I figure she needs a few more calories!

 

My little Ailah. I can't believe that she is crawling (commando style), and pulling herself up! I love this series of photos as she was so determined to get the scrambled egg!

And then the other night I popped her in the bath, started undoing Isaac's clothes and turned back around to see this! Eek! Cheeky little bugger. Now nothing is stopping her. She stands up against the glass on the sliding door, the walkers, the exersaucer, the coffee table and the foot step on the stools - but her favourite is my feeding pillow. She bee lines for it when it's on the ground.

A lot of people thought I was crazy, but this was my mothers day. I took Amali to her first ever Pony Club competition. Yes, there was slushy mud to contend with, and we didn't get a prize in Best Presented (Princess looked beautiful!), but the smiles of my munchkin made it all worth while.

I promise it won't be this long again til an update!!