Isabelle's End of Pre-K program!!

Isabelle has already had her end of the year program at school, even though she still has a week of school left. I could not have been more proud, or had a bigger smile on my face the whole time. I think being a parent is the most rewarding thing, sometimes!
She sang so loud, and did all the motions to the songs so well! They even sang a Father song to all the Father's, and a Mommy song. I have to admit this one brought tears to my eyes. I LOVED it! It was about being a mommy, and how we want our kids to be the best they can be, and how we look after them, oh, it just stole my heart. The best part was she was looking at me the whole time while singing. I was tearing up, but still smiling because I didn't want her to think I was sad. After all the great production by the kiddos, they had an emotional video showing the whole year, and the kids, and things they had done. It was great, we even got to bring home a copy of the video. It was a little sad to know that pre-K is almost over. She will be in Kindergarten next year, and at a new school, bigger school, double gulp.

Oh, how I love this little girl of mine, she has my heart, and always will. I love you baby doll!

My Mother's Day fun.....2010

I had such a fun Mother's Day! I have the most wonderful, thoughtful husband, and amazing children. They let me sleep in on Saturday, even got to rest and watch a little tv in bed all by myself, while the aroma of bacon, eggs, biscuits, starbucks coffee, gravy filled the room. That's right, my favorite breakfast was being carefully prepared by my man, and my kids! This is a treat, because this is one of my favorite breakfast, and we don't indulge in it that often. My breakfast was made more special by Mother's Day cards, and Izze and Ian's decorative art papers! So special! After finishing the last drop of starbucks coffee, I received my next surprise, a "Family"/"Love" pendant to add to my family tree, and 10th anniversary pendants. This is my favorite necklace to wear. It's all about my family, and how special they are to me, and the memories I share with them. After such an amazing morning, it was off to shop. Yes, that's right. I had put in a request to shop a few days before, and my thoughtful husband made it happen. I got to go to one of my favorite places, and Brian helped pick out things, and was very patient through the process. So were the kids, most of the time.... lol. It was such a fun day to be a mommy, and to spend it with my favorite people. I love you guys so, so, much!! Thank you for my gifts!

Ian's 3rd Birthday!!

A couple of weeks ago Ian turned 3! I know what you are thinking because, I myself was thinking the same thing, could this be. Yes, it is so,to my joy, and dismay all at one time. I know all parents feel the same way about their kids, so just bare with me as I brag on the most amazing little guy. He is such a joy to our lives. I remember the moment that Dr. Hager put him in my arms, I was wondering why he wasn't crying, if he was ok, she said he was perfect. He just looked at me, and seemed so content. I remember sleeping on the sofa with him for the first couple of months, and how he would sleep on my chest. He liked, and still does to this day like to cuddle and be close. I could sing to him and he would quiet down, or fall asleep. If I wasn't holding him he liked to be snuggled on the boppy pillow. For the first couple of months he only wanted to sleep in his car seat, and not in his bed, unless it was in the evening, then he did fine. This little guy of ours is so full of personality, life, energy, roughness, tenderness, wow, I am so glad the Lord give him to us! He lights up our lives! He likes to drum on everything, including walls. He will get his guitar out when music is playing. He sings to the top of his lungs anytime. I have to tell him in the stores to talk a little quieter, please. His biggest milestone to date, is POTTY TRAINING!!!!! Wow, I have been so blown away at how well he has done. We started last Wed, and he has done great! I am just so thankful! We are so glad we have been blessed with such a special, unique gift as our little Ian, thank you Lord for shining on us!

We had a family birthday party for Ian, the house was filled with family. Thomas the train is his favorite right now, so a Thomas the train cake, lots of presents, and love from family. We grilled hot dogs, and played and played. Ian got his first big boy bike, which he loved. We had such a great time celebrating our little guy! Thanks to all our family for coming!