Baby Boy Bedding!

One of my most favorite things to do to get ready for my babies is figure out what bedding I want to get. I have used a local store for the last two kids, but decided to use a different place this time. I have decided to go with an antique aeronautical theme. . . here is a sneak peek of what the bumper and valence fabric will be - there will be some fun accent colors and fabrics used in both as well. I can't wait to see it! When it finally arrives (in about 6 weeks), it will definitely make it all seem more real.

Girl's Overnight in San Antonio

For Christmas, I gave my mom an overnight away with Emily and me. We decided to go to San Antonio and stay along the River Walk. We used mom's travel agent discount and stayed in a great Courtyard Marriott for $49! We stopped along the way at the San Marcos outlets. While in SA, we ate at some good restaurants, took a river tour and even visited the Alamo. Mom/Emily, thanks for a fun getaway!

Happy 4th Birthday Alivia!

We had an awesome party at Pump it Up today. Most of Alivia's friend were able to make it and we had pizza and cake. Alivia loved being the "princess" and sitting in the big birthday chair when everyone sang "Happy Birthday." Thanks to everyone who came to the party - it really made Alivia's birthday extra special.

Part II - The Real Cast

So we took Will to see the pedi ortho doctor today. Both Matt and I were able to go. He has a right 1st metatarsal buckle fracture. Ouch! They took off his splint and put on a bright blue cast. I have to say it is adorable, and Will has not let it slow him down one bit. The most amazing part is that you can get it wet! He should need it for about 3 weeks.

My First Fracture

Well, I knew it would probably happen at some point to one of my kids, but we had a milestone yesterday when Will fell at a friend's house and fractured his foot. We spent all afternoon in the ER where he was a stellar patient. The only way I really knew something was wrong was his prolonged crying after he fell and the fact that he refused to walk on that foot. After awhile, he would walk, but with a limp. If you asked him where it hurt, he would point to his leg. He is in a temporary splint and we see the pediatric orthopedist tomorrow.

Christmas Eve 2009

After church, the family all gathered at the Kendall's house for traditional gumbo. Santa even came for a visit - which completely terrified Will. Santa gave each child a gift. Matt and I were feeling a little under the weather, but we had a great time nonetheless. Merry Christmas!

Happy Birthday Will

I thought I would take the time to reflect on these past two years with my little boy and write down some memories and things that I love...

-I love that when I walk in the door from work, he runs to give me a hug

-He talks up a storm and impresses everyone with his vocabulary

-He wants me to sing to him every night: Michael Row the Boat Ashore, Twinkle Twinkle, Amazing Grace, ABC's and Jesus Loves Me

-He calls Alivia "Sister"

-He often breaks into spontaneous song including "Oh no, never let go, through the calm and through the storm", or "Amazing Grace how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me, I once was lost but now am found, was blind but now I see" - I am incredibly amazed at how much he can remember from the songs we sing!

-He loves his pacifier and "bunnies" eventhough none of the loveys are actual bunnies - we try to confine them to use in the crib only

-He loves Grandpa and Mimi and asks almost every night if he will be able to see them the next day

-His laugh - oh how I love that laugh. . .

I love you my sweet Will!