This Is Why He Is The Best Daddy Ever...

Happy Birthday my Sweet Blake!

My Sweet Blake,
I cannot believe you are already eleven. When we began this journey together you were only just three. Words cannot express how happy I am that God led me to your daddy. Not only because I fell in love with such a wonderful man, but because that mean't I got you. You have been such a big impact on my life as my first child. We have grown together and I wouldn't trade it for the world. We have been through every major event in your life together. I will ALWAYS be there. I am very blessed with three children and I got to pick you first hand! How lucky am I? As you grow into a young man I watch you change and go through things and I couldn't be more proud. You are a very strong and happy child and I thank God for you every day.

This was the highlight of your birthday. We watched her for a good ten minutes last night. The excitement on your face was amazing!

I love you Blake!

Love, Mom

Buffett 2012- Happy Birthday Daddy!

 Buffett 2012 was a blast! We go see Jimmy Buffett every year when he comes. I was raised on Buffett music (if you know my daddy you understand). We go and tailgate all day long. This is my sister and I shortly after pulling in that morning. We got there around 9 am. We were one of the first on line and it was awesome. By eleven the parking lot is full. Completely. If you have ever been to a concert, this is on a whole new level. Parrott heads are something else. A Buffett concert is not just a show, it is an entire experience.

 My sweet hubs sporting his FIN!

 Hubby had been wanting his own corn toss game for a while now. He made this one himself and I painted it for him. We wore it out. Literally, some of the bags are busted (okay, so maybe whoever sewed them sucked...).

 My dad is the biggest Buffett fan I know. He was so happy that the concert actually fell on his birthday this year. What a coincidence!

 We had to make a sign so that everyone knew what day it was. Most people stopped and asked which one he was so they could speak. I think he had a great day!

 My husband and my brother in law playing their hearts out!

 Some of our set up. We had three tents, about six vehicles, and enough food to feed an army.

 We had to walk around. I didn't get that many pictures but here are a few:

 The guys had a jam session!

 Our friends Brittnee made these amazing cupcakes and a cake for my daddy's birthday. They were amazing. She is very talented!

 Right before the show, my dad got to have his guitar signed by some of the Coral Reefer Band.

He doesn't know it, but I am having this one framed for Fathers Day. He will love it.

Can't wait until next year!

Memorial Day 2012

 I am loving this picture of Paisley and her daddy! It is so sweet and precious. I feel like I have been slacking so bad in teh blogging department. Our computer is literally giving me fits and I fear it may wind up in the shop again very soon. I think our hard drive is going bad. :( Not sure but that is what all signs point to. We have been extremely busy. We will start with Memorial Day (I AM behind, geez).

Our Memorial Day this year was pretty low key. We did what we do every year and had a few people over. We had some friends and some family. We pretty much swam all day long and ate some amazing food.

 Lucas and his hero. Literally. :)

 Me and my sweet baby boy.

 My boys ready to swim like crazy!

 My three babies.

 Blake jumping in. He loves that this camera is pretty fast!

 Brothers jumping together. They do this a million times a day it seems.

 Dunking!

 Paisley was practicing her cheer skills with a heel stretch. HA! Poor thing did not feel well at all that day. We found out at the doctor the next day that she had some fluid in her ear. We got an antibiotic and she has been great! Thank God!

 The hubs and his hula woman. She is solar powered and sways all day long.

 Lucas and his friend swimming together. He was so excited that one of his friends came over!

 I tried to get a good picture of her in her bathing suit but this picture pretty much sums up how she felt. She went to sleep shortly after.

 She loves riding the shark so she can chew on it. I fear she may pop it soon enough.

Lucas and his cousin having a wagon ride!

We are enjoying summer so far. The hubs was off all week last week and this week the kids and I have been bust running errands and getting some sun. Saturday is pretty exciting because we will be attending BUFFETT BABY! The hubs and I cannot wait for a grown up day!!

~Nicole

Lucas' Happenings :)

 My babies will be teenagers before I know it. I swear. The rate at which they grow amazes me. Lucas' teacher cut a piece of yarn on the first day of school measuring how tall each child was. This is his daddy holding it next to him. Crazy!

 My baby boy also got his very first trophy. It was for t-ball and we are proudly displaying it in his room. Time to put up a shelf daddy!

 Uncle Stacey really came through on a recent trip to the mud ride. Dennis Anderson had his truck "King Sling" there and we were unable to attend due to baseball games that day. Look what he brought Lucas! I think he has shown it to everyone he knows. His year has been made.

Slow down Lucas! :)

Paisley is Nine Months Old!

 My sweet baby girl, you are now nine months old. My how time flies! (Actually, you turned nine months six days ago but I was waiting until your doctor appointment so I could update your stats). You are getting so big. I think you have hit a recent growth spurt. You weight 17 lbs 15 oz and are in the 45 % for weight. You are now 28 inches long and in the 70 % for height. You head is 43 cm and finally at least in the 25 %. That's an improvement from the 5 % last time. You are pretty much doing everything except walking. Literally. Nothing holds you back. You are very strong willed already. You love to eat. I am still making most of your baby food. You love sweet potatoes and bananas the best (just like always).

 Bath time is a favorite still.

You get yourself into the strangest positions. You aren't scared of a thing.

 Napping with daddy is still a big hit. Especially for him. It makes his evening.

 I am doing my best to make Ariel a favorite. Hence the outfit??! HA! You rocked it girl!

You eat like there is no tomorrow. Maybe you did hit a growth spurt. You see food and your eyes light up and you start making noises and licking your lips. It's hilarious.

 Climbing the stairs and fireplace is a new ting and I have to say, it FREAKS me out. So slow down, please. :)

Speaking of eyes, everyone you come into contact with makes a comment about those gorgeous baby blues.

You get your toes painted like mommy. You don't care too much for it. You are my only little girl and I hope that you stay as prissy as you are already.

You are totally into puffs. Eat them like crazy. The passy is also a permanent staple lately. I'm thinking we may do something about that soon...

 Summer time is here and you couldn't be happier. Outside is a favorite for you!

 Swimming is so exciting for you! You kick and splash and love every second!

 Loving your five dollar baby pool.

Baywatch has nothing on you!



You have grown so much it kills me. I cannot handle you getting much bigger. I love you so much and I feel so blessed to be your mommy. I am about to start planning your first birthday party. I cannot grasp that! You are just beautiful in every way.

Love,
Mommy