Saturday, April 2, 2011

He Makes Me Laugh

M: "Did you go poop in your diaper?"
C: "Ummm, no thanks."

After eating it really hard while trying to balance on my leg...
C: "Something's not working here."

He was pretending to pedal a bike while I changed his diaper and said this...
C: "Jeremy do that."
M: "Uncle Jeremy?"
C: "Yeah, Uncle Jeremy do that. Uncle Jeremy ride bike."
M: "Oh yeah, I'm sure Uncle Jeremy likes to ride bikes."
(Plays for about two minutes, then comes back over to me)
C: "Uncle Jeremy need helmet. Keep safe."

Where does he come up with these things? Love him!

Friday, April 1, 2011

Cheers to Mom & Dad

My parents are the best! They have always been loving, supportive, encouraging, positive, and the list goes on. They poured 100% of themselves into my life and I'm so grateful. They gave me boundaries, but, perhaps more importantly, they trusted me. They were open and honest about everything so I never had to guess what they were thinking or feeling. They helped me see the "good" in every situation. My parents showed me unconditional love and moved me toward the even greater unconditional love of Jesus.

I have always been thankful for my mom and dad, but being a parent has given me a greater appreciation, maybe even understanding, of how much they have done...and continue to do. I'm so thankful other kids, mine, will be loved on by them.

My mom was here for three weeks in February. Jonathan was traveling here and there so she came to help me with the boys. She was unbelievable! She was the maid (she was cleaning something every day!), the nanny (she took Camden to the park, on walks, to ride his scooter, trike, fire truck, etc.) and my cheerleader! She encouraged me so much and helped me to become confident in my ability to be a mommy of two. Thank you, Mom! Toward the end of my mom's stay, my dad joined her to meet the little one. He stepped right in and helped out with Camden and did yardwork for us. Mom and Dad, thank you for everything...in February and in life! I love you!
My boys with Grammy

Grammy and Parker

Gramps and Parker

Grammy and Camden being silly...what they do best together!

My favorite old people with my favorite young people :)

I thought this one was cute...Grammy is looking at Camden and Gramps is looking at Parker.

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

6 weeks

Parker has changed so much since the day we brought him home. It's amazing how quickly these little ones grow (especially this guy)! 6 short weeks and look at the difference...
Ready to go home!

January 23, 2011

Ready to run errands with Mommy and Camden

March 7, 2011

Sunday, March 27, 2011

Smile!

Just an hour after my birthday ended (at 1am), I was given the best gift...my sweet Parker smiled at me! A real smile, not an involuntary one! Melt. my. heart. A few hours later, during the next feeding, Daddy got a big grin too! Since then, I have tried to catch it on camera. Here are my attempts.






So far we've spotted one dimple on his right cheek. Dimples for both of my boys...love it!

Jeans & Boots

Parker rocked a pair of jeans for the first time on March 4th. I wasn't sure if they were going to fit him yet, but it turns out they were almost too small! Camden wore these babies for a while, but this might be Parker's first and last time! While the little one sported jeans, Camden was wearing Mommy's boots!
Stylin'

He loves having his hands up


I heart baby feet!


Mommy's Uggs

30

A DQ Blizzard cake...delicious!


The birthday boy!

Daddy and his boy

(Parker was not in a partying mood)



On March 3rd the hubs turned 30! Unfortunately I didn't plan anything for this milestone birthday. Thankfully, he is an understanding guy! I tried to do a few little things to make the day special for the best husband and Daddy around! I wrote 30 things I love about him on notecards and placed them around the house, booked him a massage, and had his wedding ring re-dipped (I'm not sure what the real word is for it) and engraved with our anniversary, Camden's birthday, and Parker's birthday. I tried to book tickets for "Wicked," but they didn't go on sale until March 5th. We are still going to try to see it (or a Cirque show). I felt bad there wasn't a big shabang, but I just couldn't find the time to organize something. Jonathan, I hope you felt special because you definitely are! I love you and am so grateful for you! Welcome to the 30's my love!

Saturday, March 26, 2011

31

On February 26th this mama turned 31! The only thing weird about this birthday was thinking about the fact that I turned 21 TEN years ago! Whoa! I feel like it was just yesterday that I was throwing back shots and getting trashed. Okay, not really, but it doesn't feel like that long ago. Anyway, the hubs did a great job making it a special day. As you know, Camden is really into birthday parties so Daddy took the little man to get some party hats and cupcakes for Mommy. They weren't just any ol' cupcakes, they were fancy (and delicious)! Later that night I spent some time with the girls to celebrate my 31st and Parker (the shower was originally scheduled for the day I went into labor). I was not thinking and didn't take a girl photo, but had a fabulous time (as always) with the ladies.

Notice the little finger in there!

So fancy!

Love my boys! Camden is excited!

We told him to try to hold still...he did.

Helping Mommy blow out the candles.

Birthday lovin'!

Snuggles

Life of the party!

Family photo

Another attempt--Camden is super happy to be eating a cupcake!