Merry Christmas!

Well, I guess I'll post our Christmas card for this year... They STILL haven't come in yet. Hopefully they will get mailed out before the New Year! I hope your family has a magical, Merry Christmas. May the New Year bring you much happiness! God Bless!

My Most Thankful Thing

Molly and I have read a book called My Most Thankful Thing hundreds of times. The book itself isn't that great...neither are the pictures. But every time we read it, I start thinking about what my most thankful things are. It's not really a sentimental book, but I usually get choked up anyway!

Life in our house is crazy to say the least. Having three little girls should be a little wild-but there are toys, clothes (usually clean but unfolded), bottles (I know, they should be on the sippy cup by now...but, hey!), and shoes everywhere. There are loud sounds of either extreme happiness and sometimes BIG fits, plastic high heels clicking on hardwood floors, "E-I-E-I-E-I" being sung (we haven't gotten to the "O" part yet!), and desperate cries when Kyle or I move six inches away. And even though all of this is going on now...I try to remind myself that this tiny period of time that I am allowed to spend with my babies is precious. I am so thankful that God has allowed Kyle and I wake up each day with no expectations. We've learned that every morning, afternoon and evening will have new challenges and certainly new hilarious stories about our girls. They are truly the joys of our lives and I know that if we can look past the clutter and craziness...we will ALWAYS know what our most thankful things are! Happy Thanksgiving.

P.S. It was Book Character Day at school the day of the feast. I normally don't wear pigtails, ribbons, and a tutu in public (or private for that matter). It's amazing what motherhood will do for you! I didn't mind being Pinkalicious while the other Mommies and Daddies wore normal work clothes! :)

Witches, Cats and Turkeys?! Oh My!!!

Happy Halloween and Thanksgiving! It's been a long time since I've blogged. You wouldn't believe what working and having three small kids will do to you! I have told many people that getting out the door in the morning is like an episode of The Amazing Race...so blogging has been nearly impossible!! But hopefully with the holidays here, I'll get back on track! Here are some pictures of Halloween. I thought I should go ahead and post them since Santa's almost here!! Enjoy!
P.S. Both babies are walking now and are into EVERYTHING!

Happy Birthday, Babies!

Okay, so it's been three weeks since Lanie and Lindy turned one! I have been getting ready to start school. Both babies have been sick (Lanie once and Lindy twice). So I really haven't had the time to post anything. Lanie and Lindy's party was so fun! Here are some pictures of their first birthday party. My mom got some more pictures that are really cute and as soon as she sends them to me, I'll share them with you!

New Post Coming SOON!

This is what happens when Mommy goes back to work...
It will include Babies' first birthday! Stay tuned!

Happy Birthday, Molly!

This weekend was Molly's 4th birthday! I can't believe my baby is already 4!!! Her party was a lot of fun...here are some pictures of the celebration! I didn't get many pictures of her at the party because she wouldn't stay in one place for long!

Six Flags!

Last week we took Molly and Graham to Six Flags. We had so much fun! It was just like I remembered it! My favorite part is still the Pink Thing!!!

Party Animals!

July is a BIG party month for us!! First, we had a big Fourth of July party. The next party will be this weekend. It's a baby shower for one of my best friends, Michaela. I am so excited about this shower I just can't stand it! You can read all about baby Mathis at www.babymathis.com. He's such a precious gift and an amazing testimony to his mommy and daddy's patience.

Kyle's birthday is Monday. Molly's 4th birthday and party is next Saturday. Lanie and Lindy's birthday is on the 31st and we will celebrate on August 2nd. Needless to say, we are super busy! But...it's the kind of busy I like-party planning! I will be posting lots of pictures from each event!

Here are some pictures from the 4th of July. Kyle was so excited that he got to use his new La Caja China to cook a WHOLE pig. I was a little less than excited about seeing Wilbur. In fact, I couldn't even look at him until he was cooked. But it was very tasty and we had a lot of fun. Our friends from Lafayette came in town and Molly and Little Patrick had such a fun time on the water slide. Hope you had a great 4th!!

My favorite vacation pictures...

Lanie Bug


Molly Grace and the pouty face!


Our family picture


Lindy Lou


Daddy and Lanie

Florida!

We just got back from a week in Florida. We had so much fun! I had so much fun watching Molly on the beach. She really loved everything about it: the sand, the waves, the crabs, and the jellyfish. By the last day on the beach, she was picking up the dead ones on the beach and putting them on my leg!! For a girly girl, she sure is fearless! I loved seeing Lanie and Lindy play too. They really loved the sand and water

. Here are some pictures from our trip.

What has lots of tentacles and stings???

A JELLYFISH!!!

Here is a picture of Molly's first jellyfish attack...
There were about 7 more but she became a pro at the pain management!

Welcome, Summer!

Today is the official first day of summer vacation! Just to let you know what I am in store for this summer, I'd like to show you how today started. I needed to get ready early because I knew I would have all the kids by myself for most of the day. Molly got up early and watched me do my makeup. She knows what things she can't touch, so I don't have to watch her too closely. Things got a little crazy around 6:30 when Kyle had to get in the shower. Lanie crawled in and Kyle put Lindy in the exersaucer. So we were all in the bathroom together. I started drying my hair and Molly was applying eyeshadow (under her eyes). She grabbed a tube of lipstick and put some on her lips. Of course, she was out of the lines! It was pretty cute and I thought-okay, just let it go. It will come off. The main goal was to be READY before Kyle left the house! So as I'm drying my hair, I am keeping an eye on Lanie who is getting into everything and performing like a clown for Lindy who decides she really wants to be out of the exersaucer... Every now and then I would look at Molly and she was so still and just playing in the makeup. Then she turns around....



Welcome, Summer!!!

God is SO good...

God is SO good...

God is SO good...


He's SO GOOD to me!!! Happy Mother's Day to me!

Mommy...

Yesterday Molly and I went shopping for her teacher appreciation gift. The store we were going to is about 5 minutes from our house. Meme had given Molly a pack of gum on the way home from school. Molly LOVES gum! I will not let her chew it in my car. She has twice before. The first time, she stuck it to the window. The second time, she "dropped" it and couldn't reach it so it was stuck to the floor. No more gum in Mommy's car! So yesterday-of course she wanted to chew the gum in the car. I told her no about three times and here is the rest of the conversation. Keep in mind I am driving and she is behind me and I can't see her:

MGM-Mommy... can I have some bubba gum?
Me-Not in my car-when we get to the store you can have it.
MGM-Mommy...I'm just going to hold it. That's all.
Me-Ok, but DON'T open it! No gum in Mommy's car!
MGM-(pulling it out of the cardboard sleeve) Mommy...I'm just going to take it out.
Me-Don't open it!
MGM-(as I hear a tiny piece of foil rip open) Mommy...I'm just going to take it out of here. But I'm NOT going to eat it. I am going to hold it in my hand.
Me-Ok, Molly. (I am on to her now!)
MGM-Mommy...(I hear a sniff) I am JUST going to SMELL it, ok?!
Me-Ok, Molly.
MGM-Mommy...I'm just going to lick it. Okay Mommy? But that's okay-YOU DON'T CARE!

It was really hilarious! What a sneaky little thing!

I love this!

Kyle thinks I am a big nerd for posting this picture. I am so excited about it! We have lived in our house now for almost two years and have yet to do any decorating in our bathroom. So far, this room has just been about function...get in-get out-and on to the next thing. But I found this monogram and thought it would look really cool above my bathtub. I absolutely LOVE IT!!! I am so happy and I hope to be able to stay in the tub long enough to enjoy it soon!

Fun at the Zoo

...and no, I'm not talking about our house!!!

Last weekend we took Molly to the zoo. I don't know if she had more fun or if we did! Here are some pictures. Notice the knot on her head in the last picture. After the tigers, she got a little excited and tripped and fell on the concrete. We heard a crack and thought it was one of her teeth but it was actually her head! Poor baby! Since then, she fell again on Monday at school running and put another (bigger) knot on the other side of her forehead, she and a friend collided and she has a smaller bump on her cheek bone, and today they called me AGAIN to tell me she fell and now has a bruise right in the middle of her forehead. She is living up to her name...Molly Grace!

www.picnik.com

Here is a website that my mother-in-law told me about. I have been trying out all of the features with some pictures I have taken of my babies. Check it out-it's fun and FREE!

Lanie-You're 8 months old!!

Lanie, you are the most pleasant baby! We can't believe that you are already 8 months old! Here is a list of what you are doing now:
-You are the happiest baby we have ever seen! You have developed a new little giggle that is so precious! You smile and laugh everytime you see a camera!
-You are getting up on your knees and rocking back and forth. Mommy and Daddy know what is next... are we ready??
-You are a roly poly. You are very fast. It looks like Daddy has taught you some wrestling moves. You are trying them out on Lindy. We cannot leave you alone in a room with her. We have caught you several times stealing toys and putting her in a head lock!
-You LOVE to eat! Your favorites are peas, sweet potatoes and pears.
-You take long naps and sleep ALL night in your crib!!!
-You look exactly like your Daddy still. Mommy is going to have to let you wear the headband bow in public. I have been told several times that you are "handsome". We can't be having that!
-You love Molly so much. Everything she does is funny to you.
-You have the most beautiful smile and sparkly blue eyes. You are a precious gift and we love you so much Lanie Bug!

Lindy-You're 8 months old!!

I can't believe how quickly time passes! Yesterday you turned 8 months old! You are getting to be such a big girl. Here are some highlights of what you are doing now:
-You are rolling over like crazy! Somehow everytime Mommy leaves you alone for even a second, you find a new strange place to get stuck!
-You are still sleeping in the Pack and Play in Mommy and Daddy's room. (if you call that sleeping...) Really, you only get up once in the night for a paci and try your hardest to get in the bed with us! (Most of the time you win!)
-You LOVE to be held-by anyone-and we love the snuggles!
-You REALLY hate riding in the car!
-You are eating vegetables and fruits. Your favorites are peas and pears.
-You are trying so hard to catch up to Lanie. Your head is only 2 cm smaller than hers and you are the same length. She's still got 4 pounds on you, though!!
-You love the exersaucer,Baby Einstein, and baths.
-You have the most precious disposition and adorable smile. You are the light of our lives! We love you, Lindy Claire!