Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Christmas 2013

Well this month flew by, we didn't go out and cut down our own tree this year since Christmas was spent in Kenniwick with Eric's parents. However, we did purchase a fake one since I really wanted a Christmas tree to decorate. We also purchased a gingerbread house to decorate, which the kids really enjoyed doing, it just may become one of our little family traditions. 

Christmas morning and the kids opening their presents:












Eric and the Kiddos decorating the Christmas Tree:











The Gingerbread House:


















One thing I really missed doing this year was re-enacting the Nativity Story and singing Christmas Hymns.  I missed it so much that no matter where our family is in the future for Christmas we WILL be doing it.

Monday, November 11, 2013

Kylie is One!

Wow I can't believe how fast Kylie's first year with us has gone by, its hard to believe that one year from today (November 11th) Eric and I were kissing Lily and Caleb and leaving them in the very capable hands of my mother to quickly, but safely, rush over to the hospital since my water had just broken.  

Kylie was the only baby to come out with black hair, the previous two were practically bald with the exception of a light dusting of peach fuzz. Kylie was truly a wonderful baby, hardly ever fussed, ate well, slept well and smiled early. She has continued to be wonderful, her personality is very relaxed, she is not a demanding child and has taught me a lot about being patient by example. Kylie is the only child out of the three that doesn't scream to get her breakfast in the morning. Kylie is a cuddle bug and I hope she stays that way, she loves her big sister Lily and her big brother Caleb. 

Below are some pictures of us at the neighborhood park while dinner was cooking since Kylie loves the park.








 Lily and Caleb were probably more excited about Kylie's presents then Kylie was.



 So Kylie did not want anything to do with her birthday cupcake. She a was a little hesitant fully dressed but once Eric took her shirt off, cause he was sure she would get super messy, she lost it and would not touch the cupcake. 







So Sad :(

 

Lily and Caleb enjoyed the cupcakes at least :)



 In the end the Birthday girl got a sweet juicy pear for her dessert and she was much happier :)





   
We love you Kylie and are so grateful you are part of our family, Happy Birthday Kylie we looked forward to celebrating many more with you!!