BakersDozen Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 (edited) One year ago today I was out in my yard hosing off carseat bases, scrubbing carseat frames and the double stroller I'd bought, getting ready for twins, crying because seeing two carseats together made everything suddenly real. Today I was out in the yard doing all those same things (including crying) because the carseats and stroller are about to go on Craigslist. I found the first seat on CL and searched literally all over the U.S. to find a match. I finally found one in Colorado and had it shipped to me. I will never forget putting both seats together and how it felt to see matching seats. I'll never forget being told to bring the carseats to the NICU and refusing because didn't these stupid nurses know the babies weren't going to make it? They were too small, too weak, and would never be in those seats. I'm so glad I was wrong and they were right. I knew I could post this here because you ladies would understand. I want to keep these. I still want a do-over. I'd love to have twins again. I feel like I won the lottery, having these two little ones. I love that I got to do this. I wish I knew if there was going to be another infant carseat in my future (my dc are bugging me to no end, demanding to know if I'm pg yet :tongue_smilie:). This has been such a beautiful blessing - even the hard parts. Emotional post over. Thanks for reading. :) And now... It was surreal putting the carseats back together tonight. I half expected to look down and see an enormous pregnant belly and feel movement, the scene was so much like last year. Thank you, ladies, for your kindness in responding and allowing me to share this very special part of my life. ♥ Edited August 6, 2012 by LuvnMySvn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scrapbabe Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassy Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug: I love the 'then' photo, do you have a 'now' one? I'd love to see them. I certainly understand you being emotional, I'd be just the same, no, worse ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: I love that picture! I would be emotional too. :grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Lulu* Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom4him Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug: How blessed you are! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenpatty Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 (((hugs)) and awww, thanks for sharing! I'm expecting twins & it is encouraging to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 Please post a now picture... :D:D And awwwwwwww!! They are soooooooo cute! I would keep the seats..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6wishes Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melmichigan Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug: I'd keep both seats too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Laurie Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 So precious! Boy, do I understand those sad feelings when the baby years may be over. I'd love to see a current photo of them! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 Wow! What tiny perfect little people! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly1730 Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 So precious! You are doing much better than I when my twins were one. I felt like I was just coming out of the fog that consumed me that year. It gets better and better:). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I would be emotional, too! If you're feeling that way, maybe it would be best to hold on to the stuff for a while longer, when you won't regret getting rid of them. I'd love to see a current photo, too, but if you'd prefer not to post it for privacy reasons, I absolutely understand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyof4ks Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug: Precious!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted August 5, 2012 Author Share Posted August 5, 2012 I would keep the seats..... Oh no...now see, ladies, there goes my resolve to get rid of them and get through this! :) The babies just got up so I will take a 'now' picture of them in the seats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 What a special post. What BEAUTIFUL babies!!!! You are being unfair. Post an updated picture now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 Awww sweet! I have a hard time letting go of my load of baby slings. I just can't do it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErinE Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 They are so adorable. Looking forward to the "now" pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer3141 Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug:Aw, those mama moments just fly out of nowhere sometimes don't they?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaT Posted August 5, 2012 Share Posted August 5, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: I would be emotional, too. They are precious!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted August 6, 2012 Author Share Posted August 6, 2012 The carseat covers are still wet so will take/post a 'now' picture later. But until that time I will post this...I am still amazed when I see pictures of the babies together that they are both here and that they are both mine. When will it sink in, moms of twins? Juliette Elise Oliver Cory William I have a fabulous double naked butt picture but am not sure that would go over so well on a public forum, lol. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
staceyobu Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Beautiful babies!!! I, however, vote to get rid of the seats! You are going to need room for some one year old toys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DianeW88 Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 They're beautiful!! And I would get rid of the seats. Some other poor, overwhelmed, frightened mom or mom to be of twinners would love to get them. Especially if you tucked a wonderful, encouraging note in there, too :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
placeofgrace Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Oh.my.goodness! They are too precious!!! They look so content just sitting there!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 :svengo: they are BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Whoa. That is some serious cuteness. I agree with Dianne. SHare your story with whom you give them to. Many mamas understand and will cherish a previously loved gift like that. When I was ready to give up all my cloth diapers and such, I felt like I wanted to screen people and make sure they would love them LOL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Oh my gosh what beautiful babies. Thanks so much for sharing your pictures and you heart with us so we can share them with you. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isabella Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 And I would get rid of the seats. Some other poor, overwhelmed, frightened mom or mom to be of twinners would love to get them. Especially if you tucked a wonderful, encouraging note in there, too :) Very beautiful babies - they look like angels! I agree with the encouraging note when you sell them - can picture a grateful momma-to-be of twins feeling blessed by matching seats with a btdt note! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Your babies are absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!! (And I'm not just saying that to be nice -- they really are stunning!!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StaceyinLA Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 I vote since ygo have pics of them in the seats, you get rid of the seats. It's not the seats so much anyway as what goes in them, and they are there to be loved and cuddled every day!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolphin Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 They're beautiful!! And I would get rid of the seats. Some other poor, overwhelmed, frightened mom or mom to be of twinners would love to get them. Especially if you tucked a wonderful, encouraging note in there, too :) :iagree: The seats are just things, I would think about blowing up the picture of them to 5x7 and framing it if you haven't already. It is a beautiful memory, but you need room to make more! They are beautiful babies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 They are absolutely beautiful! I love their names! I would take pics of them in the car seats, then sell them and buy new ones if you need them later. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrookValley. Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Oh wow. Those beautiful kiddos just made my day! How sweet! I'm so glad I clicked on your thread. :D I agree with the posters who said to get a nice photo with them in the seats or get the first one you posted blown up, etc. Though I understand how hard it is to re-home stuff when it was your little one's. I still have all of most of my son's stuff packed away here and there. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltop Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Your babies are beautiful! My twins are 7 and I am still pinching myself. I, like you, would love to do it all over again. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrsBasil Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug: They are beautiful! Such cuteness! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 I still have our double stroller, too. :group hug: We did win the lottery, no doubt about it. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stellalarella Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ErinE Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 They are adorable. I love when babies get the serious face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted August 6, 2012 Author Share Posted August 6, 2012 "Now" picture posted in OP. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 "Now" picture posted in OP. :) Thank you so much for taking the pics and posting. The babes didn't seem to mind a bit. Again.....Adorable!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ibbygirl Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Thank you so much for taking the pics and posting. The babes didn't seem to mind a bit. Again.....Adorable!!! :iagree::iagree: What she said! They're precious. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cassy Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 They are gorgeous! I'm not at all surprised that you wouldn't mind doing it all again. As hard as it must be at times, looking at those beautiful little faces I can see how it's definitely worth it. You are very blessed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom in High Heels Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 They are so sweet I think I got a cavity just looking at them! What beautiful babies! How big where they when they were born? How big are they now? Both my boys were preemies and so tiny I was afraid they were going to break. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 They are just beautiful!!!! :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5wolfcubs Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 They are darling! I'm so happy for you! Did I ever tell you the chem book arrived? If I didn't, it did! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheReader Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Oh, wow, do I get it. Not the twins part, but.....yea, emotional for sure. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyerin Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 So precious! You are doing much better than I when my twins were one. I felt like I was just coming out of the fog that consumed me that year. It gets better and better:). This is what I was thinking! I definitely was not feeling like I'd won the kiddo lottery at the 1 year mark. :lol: Your babies are beautiful! I do love having twins, but it took me longer. MUCH longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 they are so cute! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patches Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 :grouphug: So glad you were wrong. They are beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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