Christmas 2008

What a beautiful Christmas we had. Lots of time with friends and family and seeing my babies light up on Christmas morning is the best feeling ever. I feel so blessed to have had my Christmas celebrations start on Dec. 20th. Ryan came home and had a nice long 2 week stay. It always feels so good when everyone is here together. Then on the 23rd I got a great Christmas surprise present Robin surprised me! It was so unexcpected. Chris came in a few days before and came up to deliver their presents and was coming back to get their presents Tues. He called Tim and told him to have me go in the room so he could come in and wrap my gift. I was a little confused and wondering why he got me a gift. But, still never crossed my mind. So I come out of the room with wine in my hand and she was sitting on the couch with wrapping over here. I screamed and hugged her with tears in my eyes. Tim, Chris and her had kept this a secret for nearly 2 months. I really needed my best friend and 2 days before Christmas it was a littl overwhelming. I am so grateful for my husband to make this so special. So then on Christmas Eve we did our family tradion of going to Church service then ate in and out at mom and dads. Chris and Robin came by and then we all came home to get ready for Santa. Noah got his Hi Hat (cymbal for drums) he was so happy and almost got emotional about his present. Ella got a kitchen and shopping cart with groceries. She was funny she really liked it all. They were so happy and Ella really enjoyed all the presents. She loved to stand on them all. After we opened all our gift we all went to mom and dads in our pajamas for breakfast and more gifts. They made Noah and Ella a Stage with curtains and all. It turned out great. So of course before breakfast we got a concert. NOah really is funny he starts the concert in prayer like they do at church and then says "Welcome to the Crossing" then goes into his music. Ella just sat on the stage looking at brother. It was a great morning. Of course we all ate too much and then played with Noah's guitar hero gift. I sang for 2 hours. I know I'm not good but, I am very entertaining. I was compared to Cameron Diaz in My best friends wedding but, I took it as a compliment so I had fun. Friday Tim, Chris, Robin and I went out to dinner then to Stoney's it's becoming out "thing" to do when they are here. Robin and I 2 step and line dance and drink way too much. But we don't get to do it often so we really have a great time. The kids stayed over with mom and dad and we really had a good time. I think I said that already...Anyway the next morning yes, after we got in at 2am the guys wanted to take us shooting. So headache and all after breakfast we went t othe range. It was fun, I haven't shot a hand gun before. I was pretty intimidated at first with my over active imagination but, I was doing real good. They left on Sunday kinda sad wish they could of stayed through NYE but, I am so thankful for the unexpected visit. Now all the fun is coming to an end but, I am looking forward to 2009. Although 2008 ended with a bang I am glad it is over with. It's been a year for all of us, our country, and the world. So I plan to toast with Tim and the kids and make an early night of NYE. Wake up early on the 1st day of 09 and start getting to work. It's going to be a year of change for us and I am looking forward to it. Happy New Year!

Ella's 1st Birthday~ November 12, 2008

Well, our baby is one already! We spent her Birthday going to get her pictures done, shopping then had the family over for some pizza and cake. She loved it! Dove right into the HUGE piece. Then her Princess Tea Party was Saturday. We all dressed up as princesses or prince's and even the grown ups were into it. We served finger sandwiches (pb&j's) for the kids and other fun foods. We are so blessed to have such great friends and family to always participate and celebrate with us. Thanks everyone for making her first BIG day so special.

Noah starts pre-school

October 2, 2008
Noah had his first day at pre-school. He had so much fun playing drums and doing art projects. He has really showed us the last few months he is ready for school and learning new things. Being in a classroom atmosphere I think is really great for him. There are only 7 kids in his class and his teacher Miss Nikki is really nice. The classes are only 6 weeks long and 2 days a week so I think it's a great beggining for him. As soon as Ella and I picked him up he seemed like a different kid. So big and independent, really he is so much more of a kid rather than toddler now. It is really bitter sweet for us seeing him develop from our little baby into this little person. He is getting so big and although at times he can be a little big for his britches he is such a good boy and really tries to make good choices and do the right thing. Our kids teach us so much everyday it really just makes me want to be the best I can be, someone they can always learn from. I know these days don't last as long as they should and soon I'll be taking him to kindergarten then HS but, I think no matter how big they get they will always be your babies.

Ella's 10 months Today

Wow, she is 10 months already. Almost walking but, still needs to hold a hand. Which I have to admit I kinda like that she wants to hold me still and not quite ready to go off on her own. She sure is my daily workout though. Constantly have to watch this little pea she's into everything, puts things in her mouth, climbs on everything-not affraid at all. And her newest thing is to throw herself back and scream. Whewww...She is my girl. Very strong willed but, what can I say, she's just a little like me. I absolutly love having a daughter and clothes and shoes are her favorite. We went to Olive garden for dinner tonight and she was all over the place. She ate pasta and bread and even a cherry. Can't believe her 1st birthday is almost here.

Where'd the last 3 months go?

So kinda feel like I was just getting ready for the fun of summer with Birthdays and swimming fun and suddenly it's September. That was the fastest 3 months of my life. Noah had such a great 3rd birthday at Red Rock Bowling alley. It just amazes me still that he is 3 years old already. Some parts of me feel like he should just be a baby still and other parts feel like he's been a part of my life forever. Our baby pea is 10 months today and she is the funniest girl ever. She is kinda walking, taking some steps but, not going on her own too much. She is trying to talk and can make out a few things so I know we are headed for another talker real soon. She is going to have tons to say about everything I can tell. She has started to really show affection to everyone especially Noah she will hug and kiss him like no other. She really looks upto him so much already. Tim and I are just trying to make the best life for them so we work hard, him out of the home and me in it. But, at the end of our tired long days we are so happy and blessed by what we have.

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

It's been a day!

So May was a great month even finished it with meeting my aunt for the first time and her fiance. It was a great time. Anyway, since June 1st some weird things have been happening over here. The latest is that our house was flooded today and I am watching my carpet and house get torn apart as i type. I would love to go into detail what happened and how but, I have a headache and sipping on my 1st glass of wine tonight so I'll be brief and just say it was all my fault. Trying to do 5 things at once with out a lot of sleep will make you do stupid things like leave bath water running till it damages more than half your house. Needless to say I had a slightly rough day today. although on the brighter side after all is said and done I'll have new carpet which I pretty much gave up on since we bought Tim's truck and we're wanting to move. Anyway hope June turns around and starts to look up for us. The kids are great, Noah is the one that really kept me going today. He actually saw the water in the house first since I was in the kitchen and asked me in a strange voice if i was mopping in the living room...then he went on to say he was not happy about all the water in the house and then when I started to cry, he said it's not that bad mommy. What would I do with out that face telling me it's not that bad while I'm standing in puddles of water in my hall way?