Is is ever too early to be worried about one's health?

This morning after I came down from feeding the babies, Hayden asked me if he could have some raisins for snack. So with out a second thought, I said yes. What mom wouldn't when your kid asks for a healthy snack instead of cookies or candy. So I went to the pantry and came back with some raisins. When I gave Hayden is box he said, "Thanks, mom. I need these for my heart and my bones. Raisins make me strong." Wow! I don't know what we did to get such a healthy eater but I wish I knew so that I could do it with the triplets too.

Time flies when your having fun or really busy

I can't believe how quickly time has gone by. Summer is over and fall is now upon us. Next week the babies will be 3 months old and I will be going back to work. Next month, Hayden will be three years old. I guess time really does fly when you are having fun or at the very least it flies when you have 4 kids.
The babies are all growing up so fast. They are all smiling now and everyone coos/talks. Claire a typical girl, she has a lot to say and loves to "talk" to anyone who will listen. Jake loves to talk to his "friend" in the mirror and Quinn has a lot to say in the mornings. He sits in his bouncy seat and tells me all about this night while I feed his siblings. Jake has also learned a fun new trick. He can now role over. He is very proud of himself and usually has a big grin on his face when he turns from his tummy to his back.
The babies are not only developing nicely they are all getting very chubby, especially Jake with his three chins. Here are their latest weights.
Quinn 11 lbs, 1 oz, 23 inches long
Jake 13 lbs, 3 oz, 23 inches long
Claire 9 lbs 10 oz, 21.25 inches long.
For the most part things are going well but it can be real challenge at times. Recently, we have begun to experience the lovely fussy time from 6pm to about 10pm when the last kid finally settles down. I find peace in the fact that this stage will pass. Hopefully it will pass sooner than laster.
Please remember us in your prayers. We need all the help we can get :)

A Parrot in the House

Lately, Jeff and I have the pleasure of living with a little parrot named Hayden. This parrot treats us with a constant reminder of what we sound like. For example, when Jeff and I are feeding the babies, I will sometimes tell Jeff how to do things (I can't help it. I'm a mom). Jeff will role his eyes and jokingly say, "Just feed your baby." The other day I was feeding a baby and I asked Hayden if I could have one of his fruit snacks. He looked up at me and said, "Mama, just feed your baby." Nice.
I am updating this post because this story fits perfectly with the title.
The other day Hayden asked if he could get a snack. I told him yes, so he went into the pantry to pick something. After he was in there for a little while Jeff and I hear this; "I need some help, damn it. I can't get it open, damn it. Please help me." I wonder where he picked that up from. I am now going to send in my application for mother of the year.