Hangin out

Well the last couple of days have been fun and relaxing. We are still trying to get things together in our house, dreaming about what changes we want to accomplish one day....there is always another project. I know that is true for everybody, there is always something to do or change.

So we have just been hanging out and playing. The kids have enjoyed their new toys...right now the hot item is Handy Manny's tool set that sings. Justus and Haven both love it although it is really Justus' toy. But they do a good job sharing. Haven really loves her baby dolls. Baby Cindy, as we call her (she is a baby Cinderella) is her favorite. She does a good job pushing her in her stroller. One night while I was cooking dinner the kids where wanting in on the fun so I gave them their own bowl and utensils to play with - my own little Master Chefs!!

Last day of 08

Always good for a time of reflection and perspective. God has been so good to me and to my family. I am so blessed to have two healthy children, a husband who loves me and who loves our kids, a beautiful home, wonderful family and friends. Thank you Lord for all your blessings....You never cease to amaze me! Thank You for Your good gifts - I am truly spoiled by my Father. May my 2009 be a year in which You Lord shine!

Happy Birthday to me!

Today is my special day! Happy Birthday to me!! Neil is taking me to lunch in River Park and then we are going to go see Benjamin Button movie!! How wonderful! Of course it all started with a cozy sleep in, yummy coffee in my new coffee maker. Neil even made pancakes this morning - now that is amazing! What a great day!

Ready, Set, Open!

Our Christmas morning started early with getting the kids out of bed and heading straight to Gigi and Papas house. Uncle Jim and Aunt Erin were there with Cousin Jax and Nolan. All the kids were eager to start opening presents. After a hasty breakfast it was Ready, Set Open time! With 3 boys aged 4, 2 1/2 and 2 1/2, it was mania! Constant "Wow, look what I got" or "This is awesome" or "This is exactly what I wanted" and other totally fun exclamations. Haven was having a blast also, but mainly it was from picking up little pieces of wrapping paper - oh what treasures! All the kids got so many toys and the adults didnt walk away empty handed either! At the end, the living room floor was covered in paper. It was lots of fun.

Later in the day Justus and I spent some time thanking God for the birth of Jesus and all the great gifts He provided. The day ended up with a trip over to Aunty Katies and Uncle Jeff to see the girls and exchange gifts there also. What fun! Happy Birthday Jesus!!

A new do

Since Haven's hair is rapidly growing and playing havoc with the head bands Ive been using, after the holidays (need to use my Christmas bows) this will be her new do!

The generosity of others

A very special family offered to give us their play kitchen for Haven and Justus. I was so happy! I know those things can be pricey. I wasnt gonna get one til next year for Haven, but free is free! I love when people are so generous. They didnt want any money for it and when they brought it over, she had all the play food, shopping baskets and a bin for me to have to store it in. So nice, so generous and the kids love it!

Some things I wish I wouldve known...

When it comes to dressing girls, I seem to have problems. I bought Haven some Christmas onesies and when it was time, I put her in one with jeans. She looked like a boy. I wish I wouldve known/thought of this. If I only had gotten a jean skirt and some tights, then she wouldve looked like a girl. Another issue, I wish I would have thought to have gotten her a red hat with a flower on it. The Christmas bows are cute and all, but if we go outside her little ears freeze. Anyways...hopefully next year Ill remember to get her a jean skirt and cute hat for Christmas time! Here is a pic of her in her boy Christmas outfit and cute bow that is only good for indoors!