Our Lovies

It's funny how 2 little beings under 40 inches tall can bring us such joy. Addie and Brody are our blessings...here are a few pictures of our silly princess (first time with french braided pigtails) and our sweet Brody-boy who is seriously full of smiles and "talking."

Valentine's Day celebration 1 day early

I have to admit that Chris and I are not huge Valentine's Day celebrators. However, we jumped on the opportunity to get away just the 2 of us after my dear friend Katie offered to watch the kiddos on Sunday night. Brody was very cooperative and he feel asleep at 6:00 so Katie just had Addie to watch for the 2 hours we were gone. It was great to eat a ton of food and walk around with Chris. We truly have a great time together and yes, he still makes me laugh...a lot...but don't tell him. :)

Pookie turns 3

I can't believe I am writing this...my little girl is 3 years old. Addie had a fun-filled weekend full of friends and family. We had her birthday party on Saturday and rented out the Pacific Coast Gymnastics place again. As always, it was a hit and everyone had a great time. Kids were sweaty, parents laughed and cupcakes were eaten by all. Addie was running around in her new Rapunzel dress since she is obsessed with Rapunzel (Dad is the prince, mom is the green lizard and Brody is the white horse...you have to see Tangled). She sported a sparkle crown for the birthday song and truly looked like a little princess. She loved being the leader of all the events at the party and is still talking about having all her friends there.

Later that day, we headed to McDonald's with Chris's family where the kids played for another 2 hours and then we finally ended up at our house for the kids to swim the sweat off from the day. Addie was beat that night. Sunday was her actual birthday and we kept it simple. Yes, she wore the princess dress again to church and then played with Rylan later in the afternoon.

She had her 3 year old check up today and is healthy as can be. Thank you, Jesus. Addie is in the 93% for weight and 90% for height...probably why everyone thinks she is 4. :) She is our beautiful girl and keeps us on our toes in so many ways. What a gift we have in Addie.

8 weeks old

Our little one is officially 8 weeks old this week. He has his doctor's appointment on Friday so stay tuned for his stats...I'm thinking he is in the 15 pounds range. :) His roundness aside, Brody is just too sweet. He is all smiles now and loves to be talked to. His little legs and arms go crazy whenever he gets one on one attention. Yes, naps are still our struggle but he is a pretty good trooper at night so I can't really complain. He is our Brodster or (as Addie calls him) Brody Boy.

The big 3-0

Hello thirties. I honestly feel like I have been in my thirties for longer since my lovely husband is a few years older as well as some of my best friends. I wasn't sure what it would feel like to celebrate this birthday but it wasn't all that bad. Yes, the night before I had a brief reflection of "what in the world have I done with my life" but I have to say that God has been faithful in blessing me in so many ways. I have an amazing husband and 2 beautiful kids...I don't think I need much more.

Chris surprised me with a party of all my close friends on Thursday. I was supposed to have drinks with a dear friend that night and she "cancelled" last minute. I have to say I was rather bummed since I was thrilled to indulge in a margarita with endless chips and salsa. Deflated from my date canceling, I called Chris and said I would join him at the pool with the kids (he was already down there) and I changed into clothes to something more comfortable. I arrived at the pool to the surprise party and I have to say I had NO CLUE! I instantly starting laughing since Chris got me good, I saw my friend who was supposed to meet me for drinks, and I realized I changed into a super frumpy outfit right before leaving (I did look cute before). It was a great time eating hotdogs, burgers, and cake while all the kids ran around. It was crazy but it's our life.

My actual birthday was spent with the family...went to the Children's Museum. That evening Chris surprised me again with sitters for the kids (thank you Kim and the Pulliams) and a limo for an amazing date night out. We had an incredible 2 hour dinner on the patio of Novo in SLO (the very restaurant used in the Oprah segment for talking about SLO being the happiest place in America...too funny). We enjoyed a bottle of wine, too much food, coffee and cake then headed home in the limo. Like I said, I have an amazing husband and he made me feel spoiled. Not a bad way to start off the thirties.

Some moments in January

Addie and Brody cuddling on the couch "watching" Pingu.

Addie's Prince...dad. And yes, this is the purple dress she is obsessed with.

Addie taking a picture of Dad.

Brody at 6 weeks



Brody meeting Great Grandma Blake

A picnic with friends at the Atascadero Park.