The Sparks Family

A Few Pics from Sea World

2011-11-01T03:57:00.001-07:00

We went back to Sea World this past weekend. Michael loves it there! This time we met Michael's cousins there. They boys had a great time together. They had pumpkins everywhere. He got to trick or treat too. We rode a lot more rides this time as well. He LOVES the rides! He kept hoping that he'd get to drive the cars again like he did at the fair but they didn't have anything like that.

Arboretum October 2011

2011-10-18T04:30:00.000-07:00

We went to the Dallas Arboretum yesterday. Michael has been obsessed with seeing pumpkins this year. When we got to the pumpkin patch he didn't know where to go first because there are sooo many pumpkins. He had a great time. We took some pictures with a professional photographer there. I think she got some really great shots of him smiling really well. So I can't wait for them to post them online so I can see. We are going to another pumpkin patch this weekend with daddy so I will post those pictures on here soon.

2011-10-11T04:00:00.001-07:00

My first post from my phone. Testing

Michael's 2nd Birthday

2011-04-26T17:08:00.001-07:00

Showing off some of his birthday presents.

Yummy Cake

Opening one of the many cars he got.

Prayers Needed

2011-04-25T10:47:00.001-07:00

Try clicking on this link.

Prayers Needed

2011-04-25T10:44:00.000-07:00

A friend of mine posted this on her blog. I don't know the family involved but thought they could sure use everyone's prayers. I think losing a child must be the most painful thing in the world. The poem Melissa added is beautiful too.

Chocolate Covered Strawberry

2011-02-16T10:51:00.000-08:00

Testing it out

Another lick

"I think I can do this myself now."

"Oh, it's yummy."

"But it's so messy."

My mom wanted Michael to try a Chocolate Covered Strawberry for Valentine's. Here's the play by play.

A Day at the Park

2011-02-16T10:25:00.000-08:00

"Whee!"

Every time Michael slides down he says that.

Trying to get him to look at the camera

"Why is she throwing rocks on the slide?"

Squeezing through

Michael has really gotten to where he likes to hold hands. I love it!

We went to the park on the one nice day we had in January. This is a pretty neat park in Mesquite. However, it was way too crowded!! No one seemed to be watching their kids which is frustrating when you have a little one. We managed to still have fun though.

MDO Valentine's Party

2011-02-16T08:05:00.000-08:00

Michael's classmates

Actually got a half decent picture of him and I

"Kamden what are you doing over there?"

Michael's class party was yesterday. His daddy got to come to and I can't believe we didn't get a picture of the two of them. The class was all boys that day which it's kind of funny to have all boys at a Valentine's party. They sure enjoyed the cookies.

New Chair

2011-01-21T12:16:00.000-08:00

My grandma sent Michael money for Christmas so I decided to finally get him the Anywhere Chair from Pottery Barn. He loves to sneak off to his room and sit and read books, so I figured the chair would be perfect. He is enjoying it so far.

What a Difference a Year Makes!

2011-01-18T17:41:00.001-08:00

Snow Day January 2011

Walking and running everywhere now!

Snow Day in February 2010

He wasn't even walking yet.

Time is flying by faster than I ever imagined. Michael is growing like a weed. Just this week he seems so much older to me. I know he's gotten a little taller. And while I think he has always looked a little older or not very babyish I feel like this week the baby look has real slipped away. He is growing into a little boy now. He has really started talking up a storm in sentences. Saying things like "Daddy bye-bye in the car" or "Open door please" or "More oranges here please". He really amazes me everyday. By all of the pleases you might can tell I am a stickler for manners. I 97% of the time always make him say please before and thank you after he gets what he wants or needs. He is really starting to get in the habit. If you know me it's music to my ears. LOL

His 2nd birthday is fast approaching. We have decided on the Disney Cars theme. When I tell you my child is OBSESSED with cars that's an understatement. Often times the first word out of his mouth in the morning is "cars" and wants to play with them immediately. He plays with them ALL day long! He loves the movie too and wants it on in the background all of the time. We got him a Lightening McQueen Lil Quad for his birthday and I can only imagine how much time we are going to spend outside riding that thing.

Trip to Houston September 2010

2010-09-28T08:30:00.001-07:00

MB and Grandma

"I love cars. The more expensive the better."

"I got the ball!"

Michael just wanted to push around the golf bag.

Trying to teach MB how to swing the club. He wasn't too interested. He just wanted to push the bag.

A Variety

2010-09-14T11:36:00.000-07:00

"Driving" Daddy's Car

He loves playing cars and will go all around the house saying "Beep, beep".

Michael eating artichoke hearts at Cheesecake Factory on my birthday.

He had a little difficulty with the big fork. LOL

Michael is climbing all over the place. He thinks he's so cool when he gets on top of the toy box.

Michael was so tuckered out from playing he actually fell asleep on the couch before dinner while watching football with Daddy.

Weekend at Aunt Jackie's

2010-08-29T14:53:00.002-07:00

"Uncle Dale, push me, push me."

Chillin' in the kiddie chair

Michael loves playing on these tables.

"Ok, I need a little rest."

Michael was worn out from shopping and eating lunch on the square. This is a RARE sight!

This weekend we went to Aunt Jackie's while Michael rode in the Hotter than Hell in Witchita Falls. We had a great time celebrating Uncle Dale's birthday and I got to do some early birthday shopping which is always fun. I got lots of fun gadgets for the kitchen from The Panhandle on the square in Granbury.

Weekend at Aunt Jackie

2010-08-29T14:53:00.001-07:00

Catching Up

2010-08-25T16:33:00.001-07:00

So I haven't posted anything in a REALLY long time. So now I'm catching up. I have some videos to post and will get those up soon.

I was cleaning up the kitchen today when I realized things were pretty quiet. Michael moved the stool over to this chair and climbed up on it. Then he zoned out to this show on PBS about Big Bands. This child really loves music.

This is Michael's new favorite place to sit. Guess he's cooling off from all of this heat.

"See my Mommy? Smile!"

Having fun with Hannah

I babysat Hannah and Tyler the other day. Michael LOVES them! Everytime he sees Hannah he wants her to hold him and play.

Michael loves wearing these glasses I got for my 70's costume.

"Peek"-Michael loves to play peek-a-boo. He says "peek" which comes out more like "pee" lol.

Tent fun with Hannah

Aunt Jackie and Uncle Dale came down a couple of weeks ago for a visit.

Michael is real cuddly these days. He'll often stop playing just to come over and give me a hug and pat my back. I sure do love it. I try to get as many hugs and kisses as I can now before he thinks he's too old to do it anymore.

Random Pictures

2010-07-29T17:04:00.001-07:00

"Um, where is it you think you're taking me?"

"Today's your first day of Mother's Day Out, Michael."

"Oh, is that where I am going? Ok, you can take me."

Checking out his new lunch kit

I got him a camo backpack to match.

Last Saturday I made Michael his first Mickey Mouse shaped pancakes. Mickey is in fact a little deformed. LOL

Trying on Daddy's new shades

Dinner Aftermath and him repeatedly saying "Puppy"-Should have had it on video

"I just love Ravioli!"

It was even on his eyelashes.

New Hair Do

2010-07-13T11:43:00.000-07:00

Love this expression

Michael and I just hung around the house yesterday so I thought it'd be a good day to spike his hair. It's kinda cute. Maybe we'll do it more often.

Feeding Self With Spoon

2010-06-23T09:32:00.000-07:00

MB's new creation-goldfish swimming in vanilla yogurt

Getting it ready

Yeah he loaded it and it made it to his mouth!

"Oh yeah, this is fun!"

Little Mind at Work

Little mind thought "Forget this. Who needs a spoon?"

Michael has been doing really well with a spoon with my help so I decided he needed to start doing it all by himself. I have created a monster who no longer wants my help at all. This could be a good and bad thing at the same time. He is a very independent kid and when he knows he can do something he wants to do it. It really frustrates him too if he can't get it perfect. Michael tells me all the time that MB reminds him of me. Nah.

15 Months

2010-06-22T08:44:00.000-07:00

I took Michael to his 15 month check up today. I have no pictures because he was everywhere and I didn't even think to get the camera out. He is so curious that I can't take my eyes off of him for a second. We were the first appointment so everyone there was a little slow in getting started. Michael didn't care. He wanted to chat everyone up and show everyone ALL OF THE LIGHTS! Since spending a week at my aunt's he has become OBSESSED with lights. Rocky could understand the word 'light' when he would say it and was very impressed. Rocky is our nurse practitioner.

So Michael also gained 1 whole pound in 2 weeks after eating all of Aunt Jackie's yummy food. He is now 22.6 pounds and almost to the 50th percentile for weight. Which is good. He is 31 inches and in between the 75-90th percentiles for height. Rocky was very impressed at all of the foods he eats which is good. She said she loves the fact that he gets so much sleep. She said she wished all parents gave their kids enough sleep. I really don't feel I have anything to do with it, he wants to sleep that much so I take full advantage. He really needs it.

Michael is on track and that's great. We go back at 18 months. I hope it goes as well.

I am not buying any more toys!

2010-06-21T09:47:00.000-07:00

MB turned 15 months today. He is walking and going everywhere now! He is really so much fun. We went on a cruise last week and when I got home he seemed so much older. Before we left Michael started developing an obsession for putting lids on our water bottles. I was hoping he had forgotten about it while we were gone. He did not. All this child wants to do is pull out our millions of water bottles, beg us to unscrew the lid, and he just walks around putting the lid on and off. At any given time we have 10-15 bottles and lids scattered all over the house. It's so cute when he tries to carry 2 or 3 at a time. Who needs Fisher-Price? Not the Sparks'. Good thing Michael's parents have an obsession with water bottles too or he'd be out of luck.

I take him for his 15 month check up tomorrow so I'll post that info soon!

Coloring

2010-05-28T10:15:00.000-07:00

I tried again to let Michael color on Wednesday. He did a little better this time and made lots of dots before trying to eat the crayons. I guess we'll keep practicing.

May 2010

2010-05-24T10:08:00.001-07:00

"I can't wait to be big like Daddy and his friends one day."

This was at the BBQ at Britt's parents house after the MS 150 Bike Ride.

MB and Daddy going on a golf cart ride

At Sandy Beach in Pecan Plantation-Do you see sand? It should be called Pebble Beach.

"Hey boys, I wanna play too."

It's been forever since I've posted any pics so here are some from this month. Michael is growing like a weed. He turned 14 months last Friday. He is REALLY close to walking. He just needs a little more confidence. He is now saying "hi" "bye" "mama" "dada" and "mi (mine)". He is also beginning to point to things if we say "Where's the fan?" he'll point to it. I am working on body parts a lot now.

We are becoming more involved in our local MOMs Club which is keeping us busier these days. Today we went to Sonic and played in the sand pit. That's where the bottom pic was taken. Hopefully, I will post some more pics soon.

Thief!

2010-04-26T08:30:00.000-07:00

This morning I was watching TV and got up to use the restroom. Michael surprisingly didn't follow me and stayed in the living room. He LOVES electronics. He always wants the remote, throws fits when I try to talk on the phone because he wants it, and loves to play with Michael's iPhone and iPad. He has several toy phones and remotes but those aren't good enough. He wants the real deal. So while I was out of the room he took the opportunity to swoop in and snatch the remote. When I came back he was playing. I sat down and looked for the remote. It was not in the same place. It took me 10 minutes to find the remote hidden here...

This kid keeps me on my toes I tell ya! He's a mess.

13 Months

2010-04-22T11:42:00.000-07:00

Michael turned 13 months yesterday. I have been trying for several days to get a video of him walking with his push toy. Everytime I got the camera out he stopped and wanted to come play with it. I finally got a video today. He has his pacifier in his mouth because he's been gnawing on it constantly since he chipped it tooth. I guess it helps them feel better. Whatever works because I am surprised he hasn't complained more.

The second picture is from lunch today. We went to lunch with Rachel and Macie. I only took 1 picture and it was so dark it didn't come out so great. They were so happy to see each other. Michael talked up a storm to her. They were cute to watch together.

Michael is growing like a weed. I need to measure him but I think he's grown at least 1/2 an inch in the last month. His 12 month clothes are getting to short, but he doesn't fill out his 18 month clothes so they are baggy. He's kind of in the middle.

He is saying "hi" and "bye" now. He is starting to eat with a spoon but it's still quite messy. He walks pretty fast if you hold his hands. I am thinking in the next month he'll be trying it on his own. He loves to talk on the phone. He has 2 cell phones and he is always playing with those. If I am on the phone he gets mad because he wants to be talking to the person instead. So I have to give him either my cell or the house phone to satisfy him. It's so silly.

We are going to a picnic on Saturday. Hopefully I'll have more pictures to post then.

Easter 2010

2010-04-05T10:45:00.000-07:00

The Gigi Bunny gave MB a Max doll.

"I just love to play with eggs."

Instead of wanting to dye the Easter Eggs Michael just wanted to eat them. I then tried to get him to put the egg in the cup and he just wanted to drink the dye! When I didn't let him, he threw a royal fit and the dye went everywhere. Too bad I didn't get a picture of that. Maybe he'll get it next year.

At the Dallas Arboretum

Michael Britton is 1 Year Old!

2010-03-24T08:30:00.001-07:00

"I just love friends!"

Michael is very social and LOVES kids. Today when I took him to the doctor he terrorized a very shy little girl because he was so happy to see her. She did not like the attention at all. I just know he's going to love going to Mother's Day Out in the fall.

"I love cake!"

Michael turned 1 on Sunday, March 21. I have included the invitation I had made to shoq how much he's grown over the past year. I can't believe how fast this last year went. I am really trying to savor each moment with him since I know it'll be over in the blink of an eye. However, the moments with Michael right now are exhausting! lol He is soooooooooooo active! When we go to Kindermusik he just likes to crawl all around the room the whole time. Today at the doctor it practically killed him not to get on the floor and crawl around. I have no idea how he has so much energy.

At Michael's 1 month check up today, he weighed 20.5 pounds and was 30.5 inches long. He is in the 75th percentile for height and around the 20th percentile for weight. So he is definitely long and lean. I asked her if I should be concerned that he is not walking yet, and she laughed. She said as fast as he can crawl he has no real need to walk yet. She couldn't believe how fast he is. A lot of people make that comment to me. So it might take him a little while longer to get real interested. He is however pulling up on everything in sight and starting to take a few steps.

We had a really bad night last night because Michael finally cut his 2nd tooth. The top right one. He has 2 more teeth that are really close to cutting as well. I hope he sleeps better tonight though. He was up every 2 hours screaming. The dr said he has extremely tough gums and the top tooth might have cut before the 2nd bottom tooth because his 1st bottom tooth has worked over time to help cut the top gum. She said few children have such tough gums. Lucky us!!!

Things Michael Can Do Now (Some may be repeats.):
Wave Bye-Bye
Gives High 5's
Helps to put on his shirts
Pulls Up
Takes a few steps while holding on to something
Army Crawls and Regular Crawls-Super fast at both
Feeds Himself His Own Bottle
Starting to Use Sippy Cup
Exploring Use of a Spoon Himself
Grunting and Pointing to Indicate What He Wants
Starting to Answer Yes/No Questions with a shake of his head
Very Talkative-Says Mama and Dada

I am sure there is a ton more but that is a good start! I am looking forward to see how Michael grows and changes over this next year.

Fun with Lola

2010-02-23T06:49:00.001-08:00

Lola is in our backyard several times a day and spends the night back there. Lola loves MB and MB loves her. He is definitely not afraid to be close to her. He actually got to pet her this past weekend. It was cool.

Snow Day 2010

2010-02-11T07:27:00.000-08:00

"What is this falling on my face?"
"Oh, maybe I can catch it with my tongue."

"Yea, I like this snow stuff."

"Yippie, this is fun. I just wish my Mommy would let me crawl around in it."

Wild animal tracks in the backyard.

Touching his first snowball.

"I wonder if this is what Colorado will be like."

This morning we woke up to tons of snow in our backyard. This morning it was already 3 inches deep. It's still coming down. It's not suppose to stop til this afternoon. They say we may get up to 7 inches in some places around the city. MB was so mesmerized by the snow this morning when he was looking at it out the window. He would look and then smile at me, and then look again. It was so cute. I definitely can't wait to take him to CO now!

10 Month Old Pictures

2010-02-04T06:03:00.000-08:00

Michael is now 10 1/2 months old. With everything that has gone on in the last 2 weeks I didn't get a chance to post these. So here they are now. Michael is definitely one busy guy. He is crawling all over the place. He is now able to sit up on his own. When he sits up he often claps his hands because he is very proud of himself. He is so much fun and I am really enjoying this time with him. I can't believe he's almost 1 year old. Where has the time gone?

I was making up the guest bed and all of a sudden it got real quiet which can never be good. So I started calling for Michael and he wouldn't make a noise or come to me. I kept calling and was like where on earth could he have gone that fast. Well, I heard a little noise under the bed and he was hiding there. I ran and got the camera and got this shot as he was coming out. What a little sneak!

Michael loves to look at and read books. He also LOVES magazines and ads. Going after a magazine is what got him crawling. This is him on the kitchen floor reading the ads that came in the mail that day.

9 Months

2009-12-28T16:51:00.001-08:00

"Yummy, Mom's spaghetti and cheese!"

Today Michael had his 9 month old doctor appointment. It was really hard to get any good pictures of him because he was so squirmy and wanted to look at everything. We took this one after his hemoglobin blood test. He kept putting his finger with the band aid on it in his mouth and we had a difficult time getting the bleeding to stop. He did really well with his shots and barely cried. He's such a big boy.

He is 29 1/8 inches long which puts him in the 75th percentile for height. He is 19 pounds 3 ounces which puts him in the 25th percentil for weight. So he's long and lean. Health wise he is great. The doctor said I could start him on whole milk at 10 1/2 months. That surprised me. He is eating table food and finger foods now. I feel like he's grown up a lot in the last week.

On the doctor's table he started crawling for the first time. Of all places! He's a busy guy. He'll be giving me a run for my money now.

Getting in the Holiday Spirit

2009-12-18T03:58:00.000-08:00

Donner the Reindeer at the Arboretum

Frosty and Rudolph at the Arboretum

Michael tried to pull Frosty's nose!

Santa and Michael at the Travis Ranch Holiday Event

Mrs. Claus and Michael

Michael really liked her! He's such a ham for the ladies.

Thanksgiving 2009

2009-11-29T05:14:00.001-08:00

"Yuck! I don't like Turkey. Please do not make me have another bite!"

Nana, Poppy, and MB

This was MB's Thanksgiving outfit. This pose is his new favorite pose when he's trying to be cute and flirty.

Daddy and MB

Aunt B and MB

For Thanksgiving we went to Houston and spent time with both sides of the family. MB got to meet some family that he had never met before. He had lots of fun with everyone! He was a little fussy because I am convinced he is trying to cut some teeth. Man, I wish they'd get here. He had some trouble sleeping, but slept a lot better last night once we got home. Praise the Lord! As soon as those teeth finally appear I'll post some pics.

Happy Fall Ya'll!!!

2009-10-25T17:05:00.000-07:00

Daddy and Mini-Me

Such a happy guy

Lil Pumpkin

First pick in the Duck Pond at the Travis Ranch Fall Carnival

Fall Decorations at Home

Yesterday we took MB to the neighborhood Fall Carnival. He had fun fishing in the Duck Pond. Today we took him to the Dallas Arboretum for the first time. The weather was fabulous and we had a great time. It was fun posing MB in all the different areas. We can't wait to go back!

Sitting Up

2009-10-23T06:22:00.001-07:00

MB is sitting up now. He has been for a couple of weeks. I thought it would never happen because sitting up seemed to really irritate his stomach. I can't set him down right after he eats or he will spit up all of his food. He still spits up some but it doesn't seem to bother him like it did before.

Now, he is really working on crawling. He wants to move around so badly. Yesterday he coordinated his movements enough to go a couple of inches and was so proud of himself. Before I know it he'll be all over this house!

MB's First Camping Trip

2009-10-19T07:47:00.000-07:00

"I am sooooo happy to be camping."

" Why is Daddy trying to get close to me and make me smile?"

Mommy and me sitting in our Aggie chair.

"I am just hanging out here in the camper while everyone does the work to pack up. What a life!"

We took MB on his first camping trip this past weekend. We went to Rocky Hill Ranch in Smithville, TX. We went for the 24 hours of Rocky Hill mountain bike race. The weather was fabulous. MB really enjoyed it and did really well. We can't wait to take him camping again.

My First Professional Haircut

2009-09-30T15:55:00.000-07:00

"Today Mommy took me with her to get her hair cut. She asked Mrs. Shirley to cut my hair too. I was a big boy and didn't even cry. I made it a little hard for her to cut my hair though because I wanted to see what she was doing and look at the scissors. They were pretty cool."

6 Month Pictures

2009-09-24T14:00:00.000-07:00

"This is my Aggie sweat suit. Gig 'Em!"

This is a mid roll-over shot.

"I love to read!"

Today I took Michael to the doctor for his 6 month check up. He weighed in at 16 pounds 3 ounces which puts him in the 25th percentile for weight again. He is 26 5/8 inches long which puts him in the 50th percentile for height. She said he is a very normal, very happy 6 month old.

I didn't get very many good pictures of him this week because he wasn't "in the mood" to take pictures. He has been too focused on rolling back and forth to really worry about anything else. We are going to Houston again this weekend and maybe I will get some better shots there.

MB is a very active little guy. I know I am doomed once he starts crawling. However, the doctor wonders if he is going to skip crawling because he is more interested in standing instead of sitting up at the moment and doesn't stay on his tummy for very long. We'll see, but I am voting for crawling.

Here is a list of a few things he can do now:

* roll both ways

* turn the seat of his jumperoo himself

* take off his bib and throw it on the floor

* grabs everything and put it in his mouth

* says a few syllables

* constantly aware of his surroundings-very social

* starting to mimic every now and then

*sit supported

What Food Produced This Face?

2009-09-24T08:33:00.001-07:00

MB tried bananas for the first time today. As you can tell by his face he was not crazy about them. He shivered from head to toe when they went down. So far he has not been so crazy about fruits. He does the same thing with pears. I wonder if he doesn't like the sweetness or the texture. His face cracked me up and wanted to share. We'll try them again tomorrow. Maybe we'll be more successful.

Trip to Houston to Visit Family

2009-09-14T05:10:00.000-07:00

MB and his Nana

MB (He's so pitiful isn't he?) and his Poppy

MB "drinking" the Nectar of the Gods

MB and his Gigi

MB and his Grandma

My Birthday

2009-09-06T15:30:00.000-07:00

Make a Smilebox slideshow

I Like Sweet Potatoes

2009-09-03T09:58:00.000-07:00

MB tried sweet potatoes for the first time yesterday. He seemed to like them even more today. However, as you can see he is very messy when he eats. It's partly because this bib is new and he likes the way it sounds when he scratches it because it's plastic. Then of course, like he does with all bibs, he has to rub it all over his face. Well, when the bib has food all over it of course it goes all over him which he seems to love. However, anyone who knows me knows that mess goes against every fiber of my being. I can't stand it. So while this is painful for me to watch, I let him do it because I know it's fun and he is learning too. How children change us.

MB's First Cereal Video

2009-08-30T09:50:00.001-07:00

First Taste of Cereal

2009-08-29T10:30:00.000-07:00

Make a Smilebox slideshow

Today MB ate cereal for the first time. It went a lot more smoothly than I expected. It's like he had been waiting for this for awhile. I thought he was ready but hadn't done it because the doctor said he wasn't eating enough formula. I called back yesterday and asked some questions and they gave me the green light to try solids. So now we are on a new journey. So fun!

5 Month Pictures

2009-08-29T06:02:00.000-07:00

"This is my flirt face...hubba hubba."

Last weekend we went to my Aunt Jackie's house in Granbury. They live on a golf course with a lake on it and we had her friend take some pictures of us out there because it's so pretty. It was fun but you could tell he didn't like the grass so much. The longer we were out there the more irritated his face got. By the time I got inside I was itching all over. So I hope that is not a sign that he is going to inherit my bad allergies.

I can't believe he is already 5 months old now. He has been rolling from tummy to back for 2.5 months now but has been trying for a couple of weeks to get from back to tummy. He can get all the way over, but can't yet figure out how to get his chest up. He can sit up supported, but seems more interested in being on his back for the time being. I am very anxious for him to sit up by himself though. So of course we practice everyday. Pictures will be a lot easier to take when he can sit upright. Pumpkin Patch time is coming and I really want good, sitting up pictures. I hope he cooperates ;).

MB started cereal for the first time today and took to it really easily. So that will be a new adventure for us over the next couple of weeks while he tries new foods.

My Future's So Bright....

2009-08-27T10:54:00.000-07:00

"I gotta wear shades."

The sunglasses I bought Michael finally came today. I figured he needed a pair since his dad and I are so sensitive to sunlight. When we go outside I notice MB can barely open his eyes because of the sun. So these sunglasses are for newborns to 2 year olds. I put them on and MB's head is sooooooooo small. After I finished laughing at out cute he looked, I had to rig them to stay on. He has such a little head. He seemed to like them though and looks oh so cool :).

Sticker Boy

2009-08-26T11:38:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I was opening the mail on the counter and MB saw these stickers I got in the mail. He was mesmerized by them. So I decided to put them all over him. He spent quite awhile checking them out. He couldn't quite figure out why they were all over him though. It was funny to watch him trying to figure it out. He is very inquisitive. It is interesting to watch him learn. I hope that love of learning stays with him forever.

Michael and Macie's Lunchdate

2009-08-24T10:19:00.000-07:00

"Let me give you some sugar Michael."

Today Michael and I met Rachel and Macie for lunch at La Madeline to celebrate that we didn't have to go back to school this year. We are both so lucky that we get to stay home with our beautiful babies. Macie and Michael were excited to see each other again. They were both talking up a storm to each other.

As you can see Michael was pooped from his lunchdate. Hopefully when Michael drops one of his 3 naps we'll be able to get together with them again more often. It was fun!

Reflecting

2009-08-18T14:38:00.001-07:00

Being sick the last couple of days made me think of the severe morning sickness I had at the beginning of last school year. I remember how miserable I felt and now I wonder how in the world I managed to get up everyday and teach 5 year olds! It's amazing what you can do when you have to I guess.

With the start of this school year upon us I am so grateful I get to stay home and be with my little boy. I keep day dreaming about what he will be like on his first day of Kindergarten. I also wonder will I be the mom who cries while dropping off her "baby" on the first day of school. Will I be that mom that use to drive me bonkers as a teacher because I can't let my baby go? I don't think I'll be that extreme, but even now I tear up at the thought of him on his first day of school. Things look a little different from the other side.

MB is almost 5 months old and I can honestly say these have been a hard 5 months for me. I was on so many pain killers the first couple of months that I don't remember a lot of that time and it makes me sad. Things have definitely improved for me and I am really enjoying Michael. He is learning so many things each day and one glimpse of that smile of his just melts my heart. I look forward to what each new day brings for him.

Okay enough of the sappy stuff already!

I'm a tripod.

2009-08-17T05:57:00.000-07:00

I took this picture of MB last night. He is starting to sit in the tripod position for longer and when he starts to sway to one side he is starting to be able to sit himself back up. I hope by the end of his 5th month he'll be sitting up all by himself without being in a tripod position. He will be 5 months on Friday. I'll post 5 month pictures sometime next weekend or early next week.

MB's Baptism Weekend

2009-08-03T11:09:00.001-07:00

Siblings

Bekah, Me, Tracy, and Ryan

Rev. Joe Pool performed the ceremony. MB was so good during the baptism and wanted to see the pastor every second while he was talking.

Michael's Family

My Family

MB and I

Aunt B and Uncle Bert

"I got to meet some of my cousins this weekend. This is my cousin Rikki. She's pretty cool."

"As if getting baptized this weekend wasn't enough...I had to get my first haircut too! My Gigi cut it just like a professional."

This weekend we got Michael Britton baptized at First United Methodist Church in Rockwall. He was perfect during the ceremony and church. Of course, as a new mom I was a little nervous. He even fell asleep. Which if you know MB that is a shocker because he never sleeps in public. The ceremony was very nice and MB seemed to like the preacher. We had lots of family come in town to help celebrate the special occasion. It was a very special day in our lives.

Chicks Dig Me

2009-07-22T12:10:00.000-07:00

This is Macie, not to be confused with his other girlfriend named Macie, who is Michael's new love interest at Kindermusik. She is just 1 week older than MB. We were playing a game but the babies were only interested in watching the older babies play the game. While they were laying there Macie kept touching MB and patting him. It was so cute. Thank goodness I had my camera. All the girls just love him. It must be those beautiful baby blues.

I Am Now Four Months Old...

2009-07-22T11:44:00.001-07:00

"Check out my guns."
Michael enjoys playing in this mirror. He makes faces at himself and laughs. I am glad I had this from my pre-k days. I have several mini mirrors that I'll use when he gets older. He's lucky his mom was an early childhood teacher. He'll get to play with all kinds of cool stuff.

"I am starting to sit up better now that I am 4 months old. Pretty soon I'll be doing it on my own."

"What do you think is in this pocket?"

Michael turned four months old yesterday. Today we went for his 4 month check up. He got 4 shots and 1 oral vaccine. His tastebuds are developing because he didn't like it at all. He cooperated but made the funniest faces. The nurse couldn't stop laughing. The last time he got it he gulped it right down. He now weighs 13 pounds 14.75 ounces. He is in the 25th percentile of weight. He is 25.5 inches long and in the 75th percentile for height. So he has leaned out a bit because he has gotten longer.

We don't get to start cereal yet. He doesn't take enough formula yet. The daily calories he gets needs to come from formula for the 1st year and all other solids are just for exposure and building a base. He needs to consistently eat 30-35 ounces of formula a day before I start cereal. In the last week he has just started taking closer to 7 ounces in each feeding so he gets about 25-28 ounces a day. So he's almost there, but needs a little more time. Fine by me. It's one less thing I have to buy!!

Michael is developing his skills at a great rate and the doctor is still impressed with his strength. We just need to keep playing with him and showing him lots of love and he'll be just fine.

Oh, I forgot he is getting to where he likes to cuddle up to you when you hold him. It's the best feeling. I have been waiting for it. He just started it in the last couple of days. It melts my heart each time. It is like a nonverbal "I love you mom" which is great!! He's a joy and I love being his mommy.

My Daddy Can't Wait!

2009-07-16T14:16:00.000-07:00

"My Daddy is so ready to play ball with me that he makes me practice holding 4 balls at once! All I want to do is suck my hand. Can't he see that? Gees these adults!"

CAUTION: MIGHT BITE

2009-07-09T11:09:00.001-07:00

I thought this was a good moment to take a picture considering what his bib says.

At one point he had the whole elephant's trunk down his throat!! I have to watch him so closely. He often gags himself on his own hands because he puts all of his fingers in his mouth.

MB is putting EVERYTHING in his mouth these days. He'll barely look at something before it's in his mouth. As you can see, his bib is soaking wet. He had only had that bib on for maybe 15 minutes too. I am wondering if he's teething between all of the drool and chewing on things.

Happy 4th of July!!

2009-07-04T16:43:00.001-07:00

"I just love layin' on this belly."

Happy Little All-Star

My Baseball Booty

My Mommy and Daddy

Daddy, Grandma and I

Laughing with Grandma

"Mommy and Daddy bought me my first fireworks."

Today was MB's first 4th of July. We spent it with Michael's family. We had a cook out and spent most of the day inside because it's sooooo hot. We are planning to go out and do the little fireworks we bought this evening. If I get more good pics I will post afterwards.

Today makes me so grateful for the service Michael gave to our country at home and in Iraq. Now that we have our wonderful baby boy I am even more grateful that he made it home safely and we were able to grow our family. Our lives are now complete with that precious baby boy.

Happy 4th everyone!!

Our Trip to New Orleans

2009-06-29T18:23:00.000-07:00

Our Family

Bill, Bekah, Ryan, Mom, Me, Tracy, and Jay

(the Michael's were in the car b/c they got the memo that we were leaving and missed the pic)

Eating lunch at Bubba Gump's in the French Quater

Mr. Cool

Sisters

"Are we there yet? I can't stand this car anymore!"

This weekend we went to Tracy's engagement party in New Orleans. She is getting married in April 2010. Bekah and I will be bridesmaids (actually Bekah is the maid of honor) and we got to try on the dress for the wedding. It is a great dress and can be worn again, thanks Tracy!! We had a lot of fun and MB really did great. I just wanted to put that funny picture of him on here. It was a 7.5 hour drive but he rarely fussed. We are so lucky to have him!

Father's Day/Three Months

2009-06-21T10:04:00.001-07:00

"Daddy is reading me the book Just Me and My Dad on Father's Day."

"We are watching Mommy make Daddy breakfast for Father's Day. Isn't she so nice?!"

This was taken at The Harbor in Rockwall. The wind was very strong!

Three month old pictures weren't so easy to get of MB. He didn't want to smile for the camera very often. He is getting so big. He can hold his head up and push his chest up real high now. He is rolling over. The minute I put him on his tummy he flips over in no time. He is putting everything in his mouth now as well. He is a joy to have and I love watching him grow!

MB's Air Bike

2009-06-17T09:15:00.000-07:00

Lance has nothin' on MB!!!

New Trick

2009-06-11T05:52:00.000-07:00

MB rolled over two times last night. Of course I didn't catch it on video. I didn't want to go run and get the camera and miss the actual event. So the next time he does it I will try to catch it and post it on here for everyone to see.

Ryan and Bekah's Graduation

2009-06-07T12:49:00.001-07:00

The twins before the ceremony.

"Whoohoo, we made it!"

Me and my bro outside Reliant Stadium

Ryan, Bekah and Mom

My little guy at Sam Long's Graduation Party

This weekend my little brother and sister graduated from high school. It seems like just yesterday I was graduating from high school and they were graduating from Kindergarten. We had a fun weekend celebrating with them. They will both go to college at Sam Houston State University in the fall.

Professional Pictures

2009-06-01T12:06:00.001-07:00

These are some pictures we had taken of MB at 5 weeks old. We just got them back. It was so fun. The photographer comes to your house and sets up a little studio in your home. We had a good time.

Two Month Doctor Visit

2009-05-26T14:00:00.001-07:00

"Mom, why are you even trying to take my picture? Don't you know I am busy here looking at the walrus?"

Today was Michael's 2 month doctor visit. He weighed in at 11 pounds 15.5 ounces. He is 23 1/4 inches long. He has grown four inches since he was born. He is in the 50th percentile on height and weight. The dr said only 1% of all children are ever in the 50th percentile. So he is exactly average. His motor skills are definitely not "average" though. She was quite impressed at how strong his grip is and how well he is able to control his head. She said his movements indicate he's all boy and she told him we might have a future Aggie football player in our midst. Right as she said that he smiled and laughed. So we'll see if he knows something we don't. Gig 'Em!! She also told me to enjoy holding him and reading to him now because once he is able to move around and go I won't get many more opportunities to do so because she thinks he's going to be one active little boy! That made me a little sad because Michael and I have known that about Little MB since he was in the womb. He's growing up so fast already!

Finally...

2009-05-25T14:07:00.000-07:00

"Daddy and I are suppose to be playing while Mommy is cooking. Somehow we both just fell asleep."

Happy Memorial Day! Today I finally took some cuter pictures of Michael Britton and I. I don't have very many and I was very sad about that. With my difficult recovery taking pictures of myself was not at the top of my agenda. Now we just have to get some pictures of us as a family.

I Am Two Months Old Today!

2009-05-21T11:24:00.000-07:00

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Michael and I had a little photo shoot this morning to get 2 month pictures. It was hard to get good shots because he was interacting with the camera so much and "talking" to it.

Now that he is two months old these are the things he can do:
1. Smile Socially
2. "Talk"-He is cooing and making all kinds of noises these days. He will make a noise and I'll repeat it and he laughs/smiles and then makes another and it goes on and on.
3. Laughs occasionally
4. I keep a pretty predictable routine for him and he knows what is coming next. I'll put his bib on and he immediately starts smacking his lips because he knows his bottle is next.
5. He slept a little longer for two nights this week from about 9:45 p.m.-5 a.m. However, the last two nights he didn't. I hope that becomes more regular soon.

I will be taking him to get his 2 month immunizations on Tuesday. I pray he is not like me and doesn't have a bad reaction to them. Keep your fingers crossed. I'll post another update after our appointment.

That was one hair raising experience

2009-05-21T09:15:00.000-07:00

Last night after giving Michael a bath I was putting lotion on his scalp. Seeing as I was a little tired and had been entertaining him for several hours, I decided to play beauty shop. This look reminds me of the kids in Weird Science. Michael was not at all impressed with having his hair sticking straight up and he refused to smile or play beauty shop with me :(.

Weekend Pictures

2009-05-17T08:25:00.001-07:00

Happy MB

2009-05-14T06:00:00.000-07:00

Michael took this picture of MB last night on the porch. It almost doesn't even really look like him but his smile can't help but make you laugh. I thought it was a funny picture and thought I'd share.

MB's Doctor Visit Today

2009-05-04T09:53:00.001-07:00

So happy to be at the doctor.

This is how big I am. I weigh 10 pounds 12 ounces!

I took Michael to the doctor today because I thought he had acid reflux. He has reflux but not really acid reflux. Which is good. We have switched his formula to a soy formula which he seems to be a lot happier on. She said he was growing well and is very attentive and tracks really well with his eyes. So we're on the right track.

I'm One Month Old and Oh So Cool!

2009-04-22T12:37:00.001-07:00

"So many things to think about, so little time."

Mommy and I resting after a long day

"I am going to eat this mat if it's the last thing I do!"

I can't believe Michael is a month old already. In some ways this month has flown by. In many other ways it has dragged on forever. I can tell the little guy has grown up a lot already. He is sleeping a little less during the day and a little longer at night. He has found his hands and sticks them in his mouth now. I sure enjoy watching him looking and tracking objects with his eyes. Each day brings new little discoveries.

As for me, things are finally starting to improve. I am starting to feel better and am able to move around much better which is a huge blessing.

Michael's First Tummy Time

2009-04-16T08:51:00.000-07:00

Today Michael had his first tummy time on his new mat. He really liked lifting his legs more I think. He is really strong but likes pushing up off of our stomachs better I think. We're going to keep at it though.

Happy Easter

2009-04-11T14:27:00.000-07:00

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Eating is such hard work...I need a break

2009-04-10T09:30:00.000-07:00

Michael is definitely a slow eater and acts like it takes a huge amount of work. This picture was taken at a late evening feeding. He acts like he is so put out by this eating business. I just thought it was cute and wanted to share.

Two Week Checkup

2009-04-06T17:18:00.000-07:00

Today Michael and I both had doctor's appointments. He had his two week check up and weighed in at a much healthier 8 pounds 1 oz. His jaundice is completely gone. What a relief!!!! He also grew 2" and is now 21 1/8" long. The doctor also told us we can start letting him sleep through the night if he will. How nice it will be not to have to set an alarm in the middle of the night. We'll see how long he makes it for though.

I have my outpatient surgery on Wednesday morning and after that I won't have to go to the doctor for another two weeks!!!!!!!!!! That sure beats 4 times a week. So things are starting to look up for us which is a nice relief for me. I have been a little stressed.

Here are pics of Little MB's first real bath that we gave him this morning. He HATES to be naked! Once he had his clothes on though he was happy as a clam. I feel almost humanish again and can't believe I am finally posting something on my blog! Yeah!

Little MB's First Days

2009-04-02T19:11:00.000-07:00

Still waiting...

2009-03-19T12:59:00.000-07:00

I went to the dr today for my 38th week appointment. I am now 4.5-5 cm dilated and still 80% effaced. They can't believe I'm still walking around and haven't gone into labor yet. I can't either. The cramping is getting more severe so I don't think it'll be too much longer. I am measuring 39 weeks and they estimate that he weighs in the high 7's-8 pounds. He needs to come out soon. I don't know how I'll push a much bigger baby out. I am getting really uncomfortable w/ lots of back pain and having more difficulty walking. I definitely waddle. I'll keep you posted on when he gets here. If I make it to my next appointment it is on Wed. at 9:30 a.m.

38 Weeks

2009-03-18T06:21:00.001-07:00

I am 38 weeks today and still preggers. I thought something would happen last night. I had lots of really bad cramps that were not going away. I kept waiting for contractions to start and then I passed out and went to sleep. Next thing I knew it was 7 am this morning and obviously nothing happened. He'll get here all in good time. I guess the longer I go with just cramps the better because I am getting further along without too much pain. I go to the doctor on Thursday and I am anxious to see if I have dilated anymore. I think I have because I've had cramps more continuously the last couple of days. We'll see. I hope my little guy gets here soon. I can't wait to meet him.

Nursery Pictures

2009-03-15T05:24:00.000-07:00

Here are pictures of the nursery. We're just waiting on our rocker and a shelf to put over the changing table and we will be set. I feel so much better about everything being finished!

We're getting closer.

2009-03-12T17:13:00.000-07:00

I went to the dr yesterday for my 37th week appointment. I am now 4 cm dilated and 80% effaced. My dr was real excited for me. She said few people rarely start labor like this and that my labor should be "relatively" painless. We'll see. She told me she hoped to see me for my next appointment on Wednesday. Tomorrow is the last day of school before Spring Break. I am soooooooooo glad. I am wiped out. I just hope Michael Britton gives me a couple of days over the break to relax before he makes his appearance. Only time will tell. I will put pics up soon of his nursery.

Caldwell School Shower

2009-03-06T18:13:00.000-08:00

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Houston...We Have Lift Off

2009-03-04T17:45:00.000-08:00

I am officially 36 weeks today. I was excited because I had my big 36th week doctor's appointment today. Little did I know how much progress Michael Britton has made. She examined me and very calmly said "Well you are 3 cm, 70% effaced, and a -2." I sat up and said "What?!" I guess I should say I really rolled over, pulled myself up very slowly using Michael's arm and then freaked out and said "WHAT?!" I couldn't believe it. I wasn't even expecting to be 1 cm yet. I haven't felt any cramping or contractions yet. The only thing I've felt is more pressure on my bladder and I can feel him moving around more down lower and it's not real comfortable. I have been more tired too. So everything in my body says to get my butt in gear and finish his room and get everything put away and ready! I am basically freaking out. I need to just take a breath and relax and know regardless of my plan he has his own and will come when he's ready. I think that's going to be the hardest part of being a mom for me-letting go of some of my plans. That won't be easy but I know the joy of having him will make it well worth it. The doctor said she didn't know why I was so surprised at this news. She said that I am an overachiever so what did I expect. It's like I'm an open book I tell you. So I will keep you posted as to when our little guy arrives! AHHHHHHHH!

The End of an Era

2009-03-03T15:39:00.000-08:00

Can you feel my pain?

Last night, after a long battle with the dealership, we finally traded in my beloved truck for a Fusion. It pained me to see it go. However, with this little guy coming I realized that it is way to hard to get an infant seat in and out of the truck. What we don't sacrifice for our children ;). So now I am driving the Edge and Michael is driving the Fusion. Farewell, dear friend!

A True Gift

2009-03-01T14:21:00.000-08:00

This is a picture of my belly at 34 1/2 weeks. I will be 36 weeks this week and will post a new picture then. Michael and I are so blessed to have our little guy coming. We can't wait to meet him. He is truly a gift we have waited for for a long time. It won't be too much longer now!

Houston Baby Shower 2-28-09

2009-03-01T05:22:00.000-08:00

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What a day!

2009-02-18T17:59:00.000-08:00

I had my 34 week doctor's appointment today. Everything looks good. I asked the dr how much she thinks he weighs and she said for a small as I am that I am definitely not growing a small baby. After feeling around and measuring she estimated that he weighs about 5 lbs. 3 oz. She said definitely a little over 5 lbs. but not 6 lbs. yet. I still have several weeks to go. How much bigger is he going to get? AHHHHHHH I am definitely all baby. He is so close to the surface I feel everything. He is head down with his feet right under my sore ribs. He moves so much. Last time she called him a violent kicker and this time fiesty. As they where checking the heartbeat he would punch the doppler. When they moved it he moved and hit it again. It made us all laugh. It was fun.

On the way home I was on cloud 9 knowing my baby and I are both healthy. Then, turning a corner, I was blinded by a corner and BAM!!!!!!!! I hit a curb and blew out a tire. I was really shook up but ok. It's amazing how different your reaction is when it's not just you anymore. So I had to wait for Michael to come from work to change the tire. He was a trooper although I am sure he wasn't too thrilled to have to do it.

The day recovered itself when I got home and had a present waiting for me. Michael Britton got Aggie slippers and Aggie Outfits from Tony and Jaclyn. It's too cute. I can't wait to see them on the baby. What a special way to end the day. Don't worry Tony and Jacklyn there will definitely be lots of Aggie cheering in your house on game day. You Red Raiders better look out! Michael's first words will be Gig 'Em!

I will post a new belly pic in 2 weeks, at 36 weeks.

Not too much longer before Little M.B. comes!

2009-02-10T17:25:00.000-08:00

I have just been sitting here ordering the letters for Little M.B.'s bedroom to go above his crib daydreaming about what life is going to be like when he gets here. How will life change? In what ways will it stay the same? I am not really worried about being a good mom or not. I feel I have a pretty natural nurturing instinct, and anything I don't know (which I'm sure is a lot) I have a lot of moms around me I can ask. I am getting deliriously excited about his arrival, but I am also filled with nervous anticipation. I can't wait to meet him to see what he looks like, will act like, smell like, etc. I also can't wait to see how Michael is going to be with him. I know he is going to be a great daddy. He is really getting excited the closer it gets to our baby's arrival. He is actually making me nervous because he keeps telling me we only have 7 more weeks, 7 more weeks. It is a rare day when Michael can make me nervous instead of the other way around. So now we are in the last few weeks with a long list of things we need to do around the house and for me at school to get ready for maternity leave.

I am also finding that I am really wanting to enjoy the quiet more than usual. I also want to spend as much time with Michael before the baby comes and our attention will be focused on the baby. I rarely watch tv at nights or even have the desire to. I guess I am relishing the last few minutes of "peace" I am going to get for the rest of my life. lol

Just thought I'd share my thoughts while I actually had time to write them down. I will post another belly pic in about 3 more weeks. I can only imagine how much bigger I am going to be. I am so grateful for this gift God has given us. I do know just how blessed I am.

The Power of Dr. Seuss

2009-02-09T14:49:00.000-08:00

As most of you know I love Dr. Seuss just as much as I love nursery rhymes if not more. Recently my Aunt Jackie gave me the Dr. Seuss book Oh Baby The Places You'll Go!. In the book Dr. Seuss discusses the research behind why he wrote this book. Studies have shown that when reading to babies in the womb they have been shown to settle down tremendusly by the end of the reading. I have tested this theory on Michael Britton. He is most active at night. On the nights he just won't settle down I read him that book and gradually throughout the story his movements slow down and by the time I am finished reading he is asleep! That means I get to sleep!!!! It has to do with the sing-songyness (I made that word up.) of the rhymes that it lulls them. I am definitely going to read a story at bedtime when he is born. I had already planned on doing that because that is what my parents did with me, but this research confirms my belief in a bedtime ritual and story. Just thought I'd share. This is the perfect gift to give when you find out someone is preggers!!!!

32 Weeks

2009-02-04T15:40:00.000-08:00

I had to take this picture myself this morning so it's not so great. My belly feels like I have this alien growth on me. As many of you know I ripped the muscles between my ribs and fractured one and of course Michael loves to kick that side of my ribs all day long. I am definitely getting ready for him to come so I can feel a lot more comfortable. I can't believe he'll be here in 8 weeks. Where has the time gone?

The Cat in the Hat

2009-01-29T07:54:00.000-08:00

We went home this past weekend to visit family. Aunt Mary gave Little M.B. a Cat in the Hat doll. How perfect!!! I just love Dr. Seuss!!!!!!!!

To My Unborn Child...

2009-01-29T07:49:00.000-08:00

this is your daddy on his 32nd birthday. He is very goofy. I am sure that you will have a great time playing and being silly with him. I know he is ready to be silly with you, obviously.

Happy 32nd Birthday, Michael

2009-01-21T17:19:00.000-08:00

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Third Time's a Charm

2009-01-17T18:46:00.000-08:00

Today we bought Michael some bedding that is actually chocolate brown and blue. This is our third attempt. We got so excited that we threw everything on just to take a pic. Now I have to take it all back off to wash and iron. Just wanted everyone to see it.

Doctor Update

2009-01-14T17:13:00.000-08:00

I went today for my 29 week dr. appointment. I am measuring right at 29 cm and am exactly 29 weeks. My blood pressure is good and so are all of my stats. It was nice to hear since I've been so sick. When the doctor was measuring me she found Michael's head, booty and feet and helped me feel for them. It was so cool to feel. His feet are right at my ribs which is why they are so sore. His bottom is right in between the left and right part of my rib cage. How neat! I start going to the doctor every two weeks now and then every week starting at 36 weeks. I can't believe how fast the time is going. He will be here before we know it. I can't wait.

Who Will Michael Britton Look Like?

2009-01-11T17:03:00.001-08:00

Macie Meets the Sparks'

2009-01-10T19:15:00.001-08:00

Tonight we met Rachel's baby, Macie, for the first time. She's so beautiful. Mom, Dad, and baby are doing fine. Rachel looks great and is enjoying every minute with her precious baby. This was a great picture because we actually caught her with her eyes open. We went to visit them after a whole day of childbirth class, and it was a great way to end a day of hearing just how painful the experience will be. Macie reminded me it will all be worth it! I can't wait to hold my little guy pretty soon. It will be fun for Macie and Michael to have their first play date.

28 Weeks

2009-01-07T14:38:00.001-08:00

Wow! I can't believe I am in my third trimester. How time flies. Our baby will be here in 84 days! Crazy. I am so enjoying feeling him move around in my stomach. He is going to be a music lover like his daddy because when I sing with my kids at school he gets real active. It's fun! The kids are starting to notice him kicking through my clothes and get tickled.

I have been feeling miserably tired these days. I noticed it was all over my face when I saw this picture. I go to the doctor next week and I am going to talk to her about it. I think I need my iron levels and thyroid checked. I am already taking iron twice a day for anemia. I feel like I need a little boost to get me through the next 3 months and to teach with some kind of enthusiasm. We'll see. I will report next week.

Pics from Katie's Wedding

2009-01-04T16:35:00.001-08:00

Katie and Maetin's Wedding

December 27, 2008

Beaumont, TX

The girlies

The Beautiful Bride

Here are a few pics from Katie's wedding that I was in over the break. I have more pics on my facebook.

Macie Nicole

2009-01-02T05:19:00.000-08:00

Rachel had her baby on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. She weighed 6 lbs 15 oz. As soon as I meet her I will add new pictures of her.

The best Christmas present

2008-12-29T17:51:00.001-08:00

This year I am most grateful for the little guy who is on his way. We are so excited about him coming. Michael got him this cute Aggie outfit for his birth announcement picture. So you will be seeing this outfit again in the near future.

Christmas 2008

2008-12-29T17:34:00.000-08:00

Michael and his mom

My family (left to right): Michael, my brother Ryan, me, my mom, my stepdad Bill, my sister Tracy, and my sister Bekah

A sister pic