Seriously....it's been over a month since I have been able to post. There is so much to share, and I hope I don't forget some of it! I need to finish wrapping up summer, going back to days of inservice, construction at school, the start of another year, Alyssa starting 1st grade, another football season, hoping my first day of school is never so devastating again, losing my dad to a terrible thing called cancer, trying to catch up after missing the first week of school, all of us getting the stomach bug, being overwhelmed to be surrounded by such an amazing support system of family and friends, another softball season starting for Alyssa, Austin's bubbly personality, most recently now Momo has lost Jasmine (my old puppy), and we might be getting a kitten soon. Oh, so much to catch up on with work, life, my kids, sleep, and so much more. I hope to be back this weekend to share some things on my family.
I love you Ms. Alyssa and Mr. Austin. Thanks for truly being the bright spots in my day, even when my patience is gone & I don't always show the best love. I do love you both and your daddy....more than you all will ever know.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Some Catching Up To Do....
Wow it has been a long time since I last wrote....where do I begin? What has happened? This will be a 'journal' entry for me to write about the last couple of weeks.
July 24 - Mom & Dad's 45th Anniversary - WOW! That's a long time! The sad part about the day was that we had to be at the nursing center to visit dad, and it was not one of his best days. All of my family went, and we took mom out to lunch with us.
July 26 - Took the kids for their yearly checkups.
Austin - 1 yr appt - got shots, weight 20 lb 6 oz (13%), 32" height (95%), 18.5 head - the doctor was worried about his weight - has gone down - she said we will have to come back in 6 weeks to check up on things - kind of scares me, but I am trying to not really worry; Austin is a PICKY eater! He has transitioned to the sippy cup & whole milk VERY easily, but I can't get him to eat many things! He likes ANY bread foods just about, and he likes yogurt and applesauce. One day he will eat something for me....the next day he won't. It is VERY hard for me to keep track of his teeth - he won't let me in there! He had 11 the day I took him, but today (8/8/10) - I realized he was getting another one on the bottom front. SO...he now has 12 in all. 4 front on top & bottom & then all four molars are peeking through! He is pretty good through it all, and it doesn't seem to bother him too much!
Alyssa - 46 lbs, 45.6", Vision - R 20/25, L - 20/20, she is doing great! I need to work on her 'pickiness' as well! I wish I had more time and experience to be a better cook as well....then there would be more variety! Cooking is definitely one of my weaknesses....thankfully Chad still loves me!
July 27 - took the kids with me to watch a little volleyball for open gym...that was fun! Alyssa had fun playing with a 'light' volleyball...I hope she will one day really enjoy the game!
July 28 - Alyssa went to a sleepover at her BFF's house (kinley) - she was SUPER excited!
July 29 - Austin went to daycare, Alyssa went to Bisque Bistro for a 'class', and I helped Heather with the 9th grade volleyball camp. It was fun to be there, and I do miss it in some ways! I don't miss all the time, but I miss Heather, Tara & the other coaches, the connection with the girls, and the 'pride' that comes with it. HOWEVER, I am enjoying the lesser stress in life right now! That night Alyssa's other BFF (ainsley) came over for a sleep over, and we enjoyed a picnic in the park while listening to music.
July 30-August 1 - We headed to see our families for the weekend. Chad & I had a wedding to attend on Saturday for a former football player. So, on Saturday Alyssa stayed with my sister, and Austin stayed with Chad's parents. They both had lots of fun with cousins! We enjoyed the wedding as well. It was a nice little getaway. That Sunday we spent some time at my moms, cleaning, visiting & helping her. Mikaylee came back with us for a couple days.
August 2 - I took Mikaylee & Alyssa to the bahn! We had a great time! I had fun hanging out with them, and we spent all day there. They were pooped by the end of the day....we hit all 3 parks! We had some 'alarming' moments, but all in all we had a LOT of fun! Chad was at work for football camp & meetings all week.
August 3 - I took dad to another doctor appt. He is very weak, and there is not much 'muscle' to him. I wish that he could be happier, and not feel the need to complain about everything! Mikaylee & Alyssa traveled along with me, and they were GREAT! I was so proud of how well they were. It was a long day from NB to Bastrop to Austin to Bastrop to LG and back to NB by 6 to pick up Austin!
August 4 - 5 - We took our time in the mornings hanging out - me and the kiddos. Then Austin headed to daycare while Alyssa & I did various things. Alyssa had Kinley over for a sleepover....they had a GREAT time playing. VERY cute to watch them! A silly thing that made my night....baking cupcakes for Corbin's party when I realized the eggs were old. SO, I did not hesitate to get in the truck and make a 'quick' trip to HEB to get more stuff. Since the new one has opened up down the road, it was quite convenient!
August 6 - Met Bonnie to get pictures done of the kids in the park. The kids did great, and Bonnie got some GREAT pictures. NOW, I have to try to make some decisions! We left in the afternoon to head home for Corbin's 5th birthday party. He had a pool party, and it was a lot of fun! I think he really enjoyed it too! Swimming, pizza, and cake....can't go wrong with that! Alyssa TRULY surprised me as she asked to go jump off the diving board! REALLY???? Are we talking about the same person??? There was a lifeguard there to help her when she jumped in, but then she had to swim to the ladder. I was so proud of her! Just made me simply smile! She has come such a long way in the water, and learning to swim! So fun to watch her overcome some of these fears she has. She is such a 'cautious' person! I am thankful for that, but there are moments when it is a bittersweet quality.
August 7 & 8 - We headed to Austin to spend time with the Lyons family! We headed out to the dock to get their boat, and we spent the day on Lake Travis. They have a raft that can hold 4 people. I wasn't sure how Alyssa would do, but she surprised us again! The 4 kids loaded up on the raft and let John pull them for a while. We would stop & swim in some areas as well. She was very worried at first, but she soon realized that the life jacket would take care of her. I enjoyed seeing the 'eyes' with the fear for a brief second as the waves caused them to bounce & then there was the smile to follow afterwards. Holly & I even hopped on with the girls for a while, and then we challenged John to pulling us two 'women.' That was a LOT of fun.....I haven't laughed that much in a while. It felt great! It took a bit....but he met his goal of throwing us off the tube...a couple times! Then of course, it was the boys' turns. Chad went on with J & W, and I think he had a lot of fun! Even when they all got taken under a bit! Austin was not sure about this trip at first....he did NOT like the lifejacket. I just left it on him, making him get used to it. The first time in the water he was fussing, like he wanted in. So, I brought him in too, but I don't think he was too fond of it. He even got himself a nap in on the boat as well. By the end of the day, he didn't even really notice the lifejacket. He was a trooper through it all. Then we had dinner at their Grammy's house. It was so nice to spend the day with such great friends that we don't get to see as much as we would like. They truly spoiled us, and we are so blessed. Alyssa even got to sleep in a tent with Abi.
We woke up this morning, and headed back to NB after seeing Holly's new school. We had great intentions to head to the bahn, but we were too pooped. Plus, we needed to get some laundry and rest!
Chad begins two-a-days this week. So, we will not see him much anymore during football season. We are lucky though, because he still gets his weekends. I have so many things I want to get done this week as inservice is next week, and then school starts the following week. I also have to start focusing on work some....I have a new prep this year...Geometry! I am trying to maintain a positive attitude about it.
I am truly blessed with two beautiful children. They are always given compliments on their beautiful blue eyes. Alyssa's are just 'mesmerizing'. And, Austin has such long eyelashes with his blue eyes. Austin has the CUTEST giggle, and I love listening to it as I turn him upside down & tickle him. He is learning to sign 'more'...even if it is just for more bread! He is a pretty happy guy unless he is hungry or tired! Alyssa is my 'pleaser' and is very worried about knowing what all we are doing for the day, and where we are going next. Are we on the go much??? They are pretty good kids who are very healthy! That alone is enough reason to be thankful. I need to somehow find a way to remind myself everyday to "slow down...have patience....enjoy the moments...be happy....and be thankful." Why is that so hard? Oh yeah....simply called LIFE!
I thank God for blessing me with such a wonderful family, and I ask God to watch over my mom & dad during this tough time.
Alyssa & Austin....I love you more than words can express! MUAH!
July 24 - Mom & Dad's 45th Anniversary - WOW! That's a long time! The sad part about the day was that we had to be at the nursing center to visit dad, and it was not one of his best days. All of my family went, and we took mom out to lunch with us.
July 26 - Took the kids for their yearly checkups.
Austin - 1 yr appt - got shots, weight 20 lb 6 oz (13%), 32" height (95%), 18.5 head - the doctor was worried about his weight - has gone down - she said we will have to come back in 6 weeks to check up on things - kind of scares me, but I am trying to not really worry; Austin is a PICKY eater! He has transitioned to the sippy cup & whole milk VERY easily, but I can't get him to eat many things! He likes ANY bread foods just about, and he likes yogurt and applesauce. One day he will eat something for me....the next day he won't. It is VERY hard for me to keep track of his teeth - he won't let me in there! He had 11 the day I took him, but today (8/8/10) - I realized he was getting another one on the bottom front. SO...he now has 12 in all. 4 front on top & bottom & then all four molars are peeking through! He is pretty good through it all, and it doesn't seem to bother him too much!
Alyssa - 46 lbs, 45.6", Vision - R 20/25, L - 20/20, she is doing great! I need to work on her 'pickiness' as well! I wish I had more time and experience to be a better cook as well....then there would be more variety! Cooking is definitely one of my weaknesses....thankfully Chad still loves me!
July 27 - took the kids with me to watch a little volleyball for open gym...that was fun! Alyssa had fun playing with a 'light' volleyball...I hope she will one day really enjoy the game!
July 28 - Alyssa went to a sleepover at her BFF's house (kinley) - she was SUPER excited!
July 29 - Austin went to daycare, Alyssa went to Bisque Bistro for a 'class', and I helped Heather with the 9th grade volleyball camp. It was fun to be there, and I do miss it in some ways! I don't miss all the time, but I miss Heather, Tara & the other coaches, the connection with the girls, and the 'pride' that comes with it. HOWEVER, I am enjoying the lesser stress in life right now! That night Alyssa's other BFF (ainsley) came over for a sleep over, and we enjoyed a picnic in the park while listening to music.
July 30-August 1 - We headed to see our families for the weekend. Chad & I had a wedding to attend on Saturday for a former football player. So, on Saturday Alyssa stayed with my sister, and Austin stayed with Chad's parents. They both had lots of fun with cousins! We enjoyed the wedding as well. It was a nice little getaway. That Sunday we spent some time at my moms, cleaning, visiting & helping her. Mikaylee came back with us for a couple days.
August 2 - I took Mikaylee & Alyssa to the bahn! We had a great time! I had fun hanging out with them, and we spent all day there. They were pooped by the end of the day....we hit all 3 parks! We had some 'alarming' moments, but all in all we had a LOT of fun! Chad was at work for football camp & meetings all week.
August 3 - I took dad to another doctor appt. He is very weak, and there is not much 'muscle' to him. I wish that he could be happier, and not feel the need to complain about everything! Mikaylee & Alyssa traveled along with me, and they were GREAT! I was so proud of how well they were. It was a long day from NB to Bastrop to Austin to Bastrop to LG and back to NB by 6 to pick up Austin!
August 4 - 5 - We took our time in the mornings hanging out - me and the kiddos. Then Austin headed to daycare while Alyssa & I did various things. Alyssa had Kinley over for a sleepover....they had a GREAT time playing. VERY cute to watch them! A silly thing that made my night....baking cupcakes for Corbin's party when I realized the eggs were old. SO, I did not hesitate to get in the truck and make a 'quick' trip to HEB to get more stuff. Since the new one has opened up down the road, it was quite convenient!
August 6 - Met Bonnie to get pictures done of the kids in the park. The kids did great, and Bonnie got some GREAT pictures. NOW, I have to try to make some decisions! We left in the afternoon to head home for Corbin's 5th birthday party. He had a pool party, and it was a lot of fun! I think he really enjoyed it too! Swimming, pizza, and cake....can't go wrong with that! Alyssa TRULY surprised me as she asked to go jump off the diving board! REALLY???? Are we talking about the same person??? There was a lifeguard there to help her when she jumped in, but then she had to swim to the ladder. I was so proud of her! Just made me simply smile! She has come such a long way in the water, and learning to swim! So fun to watch her overcome some of these fears she has. She is such a 'cautious' person! I am thankful for that, but there are moments when it is a bittersweet quality.
August 7 & 8 - We headed to Austin to spend time with the Lyons family! We headed out to the dock to get their boat, and we spent the day on Lake Travis. They have a raft that can hold 4 people. I wasn't sure how Alyssa would do, but she surprised us again! The 4 kids loaded up on the raft and let John pull them for a while. We would stop & swim in some areas as well. She was very worried at first, but she soon realized that the life jacket would take care of her. I enjoyed seeing the 'eyes' with the fear for a brief second as the waves caused them to bounce & then there was the smile to follow afterwards. Holly & I even hopped on with the girls for a while, and then we challenged John to pulling us two 'women.' That was a LOT of fun.....I haven't laughed that much in a while. It felt great! It took a bit....but he met his goal of throwing us off the tube...a couple times! Then of course, it was the boys' turns. Chad went on with J & W, and I think he had a lot of fun! Even when they all got taken under a bit! Austin was not sure about this trip at first....he did NOT like the lifejacket. I just left it on him, making him get used to it. The first time in the water he was fussing, like he wanted in. So, I brought him in too, but I don't think he was too fond of it. He even got himself a nap in on the boat as well. By the end of the day, he didn't even really notice the lifejacket. He was a trooper through it all. Then we had dinner at their Grammy's house. It was so nice to spend the day with such great friends that we don't get to see as much as we would like. They truly spoiled us, and we are so blessed. Alyssa even got to sleep in a tent with Abi.
We woke up this morning, and headed back to NB after seeing Holly's new school. We had great intentions to head to the bahn, but we were too pooped. Plus, we needed to get some laundry and rest!
Chad begins two-a-days this week. So, we will not see him much anymore during football season. We are lucky though, because he still gets his weekends. I have so many things I want to get done this week as inservice is next week, and then school starts the following week. I also have to start focusing on work some....I have a new prep this year...Geometry! I am trying to maintain a positive attitude about it.
I am truly blessed with two beautiful children. They are always given compliments on their beautiful blue eyes. Alyssa's are just 'mesmerizing'. And, Austin has such long eyelashes with his blue eyes. Austin has the CUTEST giggle, and I love listening to it as I turn him upside down & tickle him. He is learning to sign 'more'...even if it is just for more bread! He is a pretty happy guy unless he is hungry or tired! Alyssa is my 'pleaser' and is very worried about knowing what all we are doing for the day, and where we are going next. Are we on the go much??? They are pretty good kids who are very healthy! That alone is enough reason to be thankful. I need to somehow find a way to remind myself everyday to "slow down...have patience....enjoy the moments...be happy....and be thankful." Why is that so hard? Oh yeah....simply called LIFE!
I thank God for blessing me with such a wonderful family, and I ask God to watch over my mom & dad during this tough time.
Alyssa & Austin....I love you more than words can express! MUAH!
Friday, July 23, 2010
Port A!
July 18-21, 2010
We headed to Port A for our annual trip! We don't know how many years we have gone now, but we do look forward to it each year! We also enjoy that the trip now involves my sister and her family. We even got my parents involved; however, they didn't get to join us this trip. :( I know dad really wanted to be there to go fishing with the guys!
We left on Sunday, but first we headed to Austin to go visit dad....all four of us went for a short visit. Then we headed to Port A. The kids did pretty well, and slept about half of the way. We went to the condo and unpacked. Then the four of us went out to eat for dinner before making a quick run to the grocery store. My sister and family arrived about the time we returned.
Monday was the day at the beach. We got there around 11 am and left around 6 pm. The kids had a BLAST! We set up canopies, and made a day of it! Austin enjoyed it too...he of course tried to eat the sand. He never really napped, except when my sister left for a bit! I don't know how he made it all day like that! Then we headed back and rinsed off. I gave Austin a bath, fed him, and put him to bed. The guys worked on dinner, while Renee took the kiddos to the pool for a while. It was a FUN day!
Tuesday was the day the guys got up early to go fishing, which was a great success! My sister and I loaded up the kids and headed to Corpus. We took them to the Aquarium, which was a lot of fun! I think they really enjoyed it. Then we went to eat on the water at Joe's Crab Shack! That was fun...Corbin made the waiters dance again as he kept requesting it! Small world as a canyon kid was our waiter, and one of my former students was the bartender! Fun to see that! We headed back for more swimming in the pool while the guys grilled some of their fish that they caught! YUMMY!
Wednesday left us getting ready to pack up and head home. However, since my sister wasn't leaving yet, we did not have to rush out of there. So, we headed to the beach for a few more hours. Alyssa had more fun on the boogie boards this day as she and Corbin even raced some! We headed back to get ready, and Alyssa enjoyed some more swimming while we cleaned and packed up! She has definitely gotten better at swimming, and even a bit more confident. Thanks also to Aunt Renee for her swimming lessons while we were there! The ride back was VERY peaceful....the kids slept almost the entire time.
Another trip to the beach....great memories with great family....just too short, as usual! I do have to say that I look forward to the days when the kids grow up and don't argue about such 'petty' stuff....please tell me that will happen. I know they love each other, but why can't they just 'PLAY' instead of testing each other, and arguing over silly stuff???? Thanks to my sis and bro-in-law for getting the place for us....we had a LOT of fun!
We headed to Port A for our annual trip! We don't know how many years we have gone now, but we do look forward to it each year! We also enjoy that the trip now involves my sister and her family. We even got my parents involved; however, they didn't get to join us this trip. :( I know dad really wanted to be there to go fishing with the guys!
We left on Sunday, but first we headed to Austin to go visit dad....all four of us went for a short visit. Then we headed to Port A. The kids did pretty well, and slept about half of the way. We went to the condo and unpacked. Then the four of us went out to eat for dinner before making a quick run to the grocery store. My sister and family arrived about the time we returned.
Monday was the day at the beach. We got there around 11 am and left around 6 pm. The kids had a BLAST! We set up canopies, and made a day of it! Austin enjoyed it too...he of course tried to eat the sand. He never really napped, except when my sister left for a bit! I don't know how he made it all day like that! Then we headed back and rinsed off. I gave Austin a bath, fed him, and put him to bed. The guys worked on dinner, while Renee took the kiddos to the pool for a while. It was a FUN day!
Tuesday was the day the guys got up early to go fishing, which was a great success! My sister and I loaded up the kids and headed to Corpus. We took them to the Aquarium, which was a lot of fun! I think they really enjoyed it. Then we went to eat on the water at Joe's Crab Shack! That was fun...Corbin made the waiters dance again as he kept requesting it! Small world as a canyon kid was our waiter, and one of my former students was the bartender! Fun to see that! We headed back for more swimming in the pool while the guys grilled some of their fish that they caught! YUMMY!
Wednesday left us getting ready to pack up and head home. However, since my sister wasn't leaving yet, we did not have to rush out of there. So, we headed to the beach for a few more hours. Alyssa had more fun on the boogie boards this day as she and Corbin even raced some! We headed back to get ready, and Alyssa enjoyed some more swimming while we cleaned and packed up! She has definitely gotten better at swimming, and even a bit more confident. Thanks also to Aunt Renee for her swimming lessons while we were there! The ride back was VERY peaceful....the kids slept almost the entire time.
Another trip to the beach....great memories with great family....just too short, as usual! I do have to say that I look forward to the days when the kids grow up and don't argue about such 'petty' stuff....please tell me that will happen. I know they love each other, but why can't they just 'PLAY' instead of testing each other, and arguing over silly stuff???? Thanks to my sis and bro-in-law for getting the place for us....we had a LOT of fun!
Happy 12th Anniversary!
July 18, 2010
I can't believe it has already been 12 years! This anniversary was not anything major for us. We have both been so busy, and consumed by so much that we didn't do too much. Our anniversary fell the day after the parties, and the day we were leaving for the beach. So, it left us with cards and dinner at an 'okay' restaurant. Of course....it was spent with my family, and that is what matters most!
I am so blessed to have Chad in my life. He puts up with a lot from me, and I am so greatful for that! We are so blessed with two beautiful children, a beautiful home, loving families, and amazing friends. We are so thankful that God brought us to NB where we have made some amazing connections. We are sometimes in awe at the life we live daily....
I love you Chad, and I look forward to many more years full of wonderful memories!
I can't believe it has already been 12 years! This anniversary was not anything major for us. We have both been so busy, and consumed by so much that we didn't do too much. Our anniversary fell the day after the parties, and the day we were leaving for the beach. So, it left us with cards and dinner at an 'okay' restaurant. Of course....it was spent with my family, and that is what matters most!
I am so blessed to have Chad in my life. He puts up with a lot from me, and I am so greatful for that! We are so blessed with two beautiful children, a beautiful home, loving families, and amazing friends. We are so thankful that God brought us to NB where we have made some amazing connections. We are sometimes in awe at the life we live daily....
I love you Chad, and I look forward to many more years full of wonderful memories!
Time for Birthday Parties!
Saturday, July 17
Little late on this, but will backtrack...
We got up early to finish getting ready for Alyssa's party.
Swim Party at the YMCA - 10-12 am with iCarly theme
Alyssa seemed to have a blast!!! She had some friends join her at the pool. They swam for the first hour, while I pretty much entertained them in the pool! (another story...poor new girl that was assigned to our party!) Then we got out of the pool to enjoy pizza and carrots. After that, we sang Happy Birthday to Alyssa and dug into her cake. She had requested a chocolate cake with white icing and the number 6 had to be on it! It was delicious! Then she opened her presents before everyone had to go home. I think she really enjoyed her party. She spent her day with her closest friends: Kinley, Ainsley, Sidney, Ryleigh, Mikaylee, Corbin, Ryan, Logan, Hope, Prestley, Meghan, Kendyl, Karsyn, Kolby, Madyson, and Austin. She was also joined by her aunt renee, momo, granny, grandpa, ms. cathy, ms. lori, and carly! THANKS for everyone making it a GREAT party!
After Alyssa's party we headed to the house to prepare for Austin's party.
We did a monkey theme at our house from 4-6 pm.
I couldn't have made it without my sister, mom, and my inlaws! They helped me get so much done! THANKS!!
We picked up sandwiches, and made some chips and dips with fruits and veggies for all to enjoy! We invited some of our close friends over to enjoy the big day with us! Basically the kids all played in Alyssa and Austin's room while the parents mingled for a while. Then we let Austin dig into the cake. He didn't go to crazy with it...he was very mild with digging into his little monkey cake! We tried to let him open presents, but he was not too interested. So, Alyssa got to pretty much open all of his!
It was a LONG day, but a FUN day! I haven't even got to look at all of the pictures yet! I do know that we are truly blessed to be surrounded by such amazing family and friends!
Little late on this, but will backtrack...
We got up early to finish getting ready for Alyssa's party.
Swim Party at the YMCA - 10-12 am with iCarly theme
Alyssa seemed to have a blast!!! She had some friends join her at the pool. They swam for the first hour, while I pretty much entertained them in the pool! (another story...poor new girl that was assigned to our party!) Then we got out of the pool to enjoy pizza and carrots. After that, we sang Happy Birthday to Alyssa and dug into her cake. She had requested a chocolate cake with white icing and the number 6 had to be on it! It was delicious! Then she opened her presents before everyone had to go home. I think she really enjoyed her party. She spent her day with her closest friends: Kinley, Ainsley, Sidney, Ryleigh, Mikaylee, Corbin, Ryan, Logan, Hope, Prestley, Meghan, Kendyl, Karsyn, Kolby, Madyson, and Austin. She was also joined by her aunt renee, momo, granny, grandpa, ms. cathy, ms. lori, and carly! THANKS for everyone making it a GREAT party!
After Alyssa's party we headed to the house to prepare for Austin's party.
We did a monkey theme at our house from 4-6 pm.
I couldn't have made it without my sister, mom, and my inlaws! They helped me get so much done! THANKS!!
We picked up sandwiches, and made some chips and dips with fruits and veggies for all to enjoy! We invited some of our close friends over to enjoy the big day with us! Basically the kids all played in Alyssa and Austin's room while the parents mingled for a while. Then we let Austin dig into the cake. He didn't go to crazy with it...he was very mild with digging into his little monkey cake! We tried to let him open presents, but he was not too interested. So, Alyssa got to pretty much open all of his!
It was a LONG day, but a FUN day! I haven't even got to look at all of the pictures yet! I do know that we are truly blessed to be surrounded by such amazing family and friends!
Happy 6th Birthday Alyssa!
Happy 6th Birthday my sweetie! I can't believe the day has come and gone already! You had such an awesome day that it ended with you saying, "I wish everyday was my birthday!"
We woke up, got ready, and opened up a couple of presents. You loved your iCarly 'messenger' backpack, and you enjoyed playing with the magnets (that I bought at my nerd conference!). Then we went to pick up breakfast at Shipley's - you LOVE your chocolate covered donut with some donut holes, and don't forget the sunny delight! We dropped off Austin at daycare, and then on a whim we went by to pick up your BFF (kinley)! The three of us headed to the bahn for the day - 6 hours of fun! The first thing we did was ride the black knight - you guys loved it! We just played, ate, swam a lot and played some more. Then we headed to our house to get ready for dinner. You chose to eat at Olive Garden. So the five of us went to eat, and then headed to get some dessert. You enjoyed your chocolate chip cookie, and then we dropped off your friend. We headed home where you opened up a couple more presents - clothes for your zhu zhu pet and an iCarly radio with microphone. WHEW! What a fun day!
Some things that come to mind (that I haven't said recently):
-you don't like to wear a swimsuit that shows your stomach for some reason???
-you don't like to ride rides like the congo river because of all the 'noises'
-you do like roller coasters
-you can still be shy at times, but you have truly come out of that shell and don't cling to my leg quite so much
-you are very much a 'pleaser'
-sometimes I wish you would just 'relax' more and 'play'
-you get your feelings hurt VERY easily
-you want to be the one to come up with ideas
-you LOVE your little brother more than I can explain
-you are very patient with Austin
-you like to watch the Bachelorette and Big Brother with me - I probably shouldn't admit that - probably bad parenting on my part but oh well!
-you LOVE to watch TV - especially Hanna Montana, iCarly, and Suite Life
I love you so much, and I hope that you have MANY more AWESOME birthdays! I love you to the moon and back....a bazillion times.
We woke up, got ready, and opened up a couple of presents. You loved your iCarly 'messenger' backpack, and you enjoyed playing with the magnets (that I bought at my nerd conference!). Then we went to pick up breakfast at Shipley's - you LOVE your chocolate covered donut with some donut holes, and don't forget the sunny delight! We dropped off Austin at daycare, and then on a whim we went by to pick up your BFF (kinley)! The three of us headed to the bahn for the day - 6 hours of fun! The first thing we did was ride the black knight - you guys loved it! We just played, ate, swam a lot and played some more. Then we headed to our house to get ready for dinner. You chose to eat at Olive Garden. So the five of us went to eat, and then headed to get some dessert. You enjoyed your chocolate chip cookie, and then we dropped off your friend. We headed home where you opened up a couple more presents - clothes for your zhu zhu pet and an iCarly radio with microphone. WHEW! What a fun day!
Some things that come to mind (that I haven't said recently):
-you don't like to wear a swimsuit that shows your stomach for some reason???
-you don't like to ride rides like the congo river because of all the 'noises'
-you do like roller coasters
-you can still be shy at times, but you have truly come out of that shell and don't cling to my leg quite so much
-you are very much a 'pleaser'
-sometimes I wish you would just 'relax' more and 'play'
-you get your feelings hurt VERY easily
-you want to be the one to come up with ideas
-you LOVE your little brother more than I can explain
-you are very patient with Austin
-you like to watch the Bachelorette and Big Brother with me - I probably shouldn't admit that - probably bad parenting on my part but oh well!
-you LOVE to watch TV - especially Hanna Montana, iCarly, and Suite Life
I love you so much, and I hope that you have MANY more AWESOME birthdays! I love you to the moon and back....a bazillion times.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Happy 1st Birthday Austin!
I can't believe it! You really are 1! On Monday we went to Schlitterbahn and had a great time. Chad made the comment, "One year ago we were at the hotel down the road." (the hospital) So crazy to think that! It has truly flown by. For your birthday yesterday we were BUSY! Alyssa went to VBS. You went with mom & dad to do some shopping...even for your present...because I am so behind on things! Then we picked Alyssa up, and went to have your birthday lunch at Chili's - Alyssa's choice. From there we headed to Target to do some more shopping. Then we were on our way to get cupcakes...and you were OUT!
So, we headed to Dollar Tree to get some party stuff while you slept in the car, picked up cupcakes, and headed to the park. You seemed to enjoy digging into the chocolate cupcake. (we took off the icing this time...sorry) After cleaning up we rode the train, and played in the park for a while. You had a great time!!
Some things about you....
Another tooth has popped in on the bottom - left lateral incisor
You LOVE your pacifiers....now you want two when going to sleep
I haven't yet tried whole milk...will get to that this week
You have the most beautiful blue eyes (along with your dad & sister)
You enjoy Schlitterbahn and splashing in the water - although you weren't sure what to think about 2 rides on family blaster... :)
You have the cutest smile & I love when you wrinkle your nose
You are waving hi and bye a lot now
You are walking all over the place
You LOVE other little kids....you tried to go hug one boy yesterday in Chili's
You LOVE playing with your big sister (and she LOVES taking you down slides!)
You are pretty much saying mama and dada....sounded like you said sissy one time and kitty once at Momo's
You were pretty excited about your new slide for your birthday
You have enjoyed walking in to check on Popo when we have been over there
You LOVE the phones and remotes
I love you sweet boy, and thank you for being such a wonderful blessing.
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