Thursday, November 28, 2013

Trimming the Tree

Today was a magical day for me and probably one of the nicest I've had all year.  This year has been long and the past few months have been frustrating and stressful.  I've just been piddling by and not enjoying life much.  But today was wonderful.  Nothing elaborate just a simple and enjoyable day.   We saw "Frozen"and I thoroughly enjoyed it (yes, I do need to get out more)!  My sister hosted a wonderful dinner.  It was so stress-free and delicious.  Kids played with cousins and all got along great. Then it was home to trim the tree. There is nothing I love more than the smell of the tree, pulling out our ornaments from all over the world, and listening to Christmas music while we decorate. 


 Elizabeth couldn't get enough of hanging the ornaments.   Poor thing has had a rough time lately with some health concerns (nothing life threatening, but frustrating).   I LOVE seeing her happy.






 She wanted everyone to lift her up higher.

The best part is we are going to cut down a second tree tomorrow, a dream come true.  I've always wanted two trees!


Feeling blessed to have such a splendid day.  I must admit though that I'm not sure Santa's elf won't be rearranging some of the ornaments. :)

Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Nine Months

I think it's totally immoral and wrong how fast babies grow up!
Nine months old and I finally have a photo that shows his darling dimple.

He's got four teeth and the most delicious thighs eva!
He eats like a champ and handles being sick pretty well, 
which he's been every time a darn tooth comes in.
Only recently started sleeping un swaddled.
Hates being on his stomach and may never crawl, which I am totally fine with.  
I love me a stationary baby!

My sister calls him "eye candy" because of his red hair and bright blue eyes. 

He loves his papa and lights up whenever Ben comes home.

He met one of his BFFs, who is living oversees.   I just know they'll be best pals someday.

He took his cute girlfriend on a date to Sundance.

Don't worry--they had chaperones.