Saturday, September 24, 2011

Kendall rolls over

For the last week or so Kendall has been attempting to roll over.  She would get so close but just not get all the way around.  Talan always liked to "assist" her in getting to her other side.  Today she finally did it all by herself. 




Sunday, July 17, 2011

Kendall's ear piercing

So, I went to the mall on Saturday looking for bows for Kendall. (yes, I said bows).  I was in a store called Sweet n Sassy and noticed that they did ear piercing.  I knew I wanted to do it while she was young.  They told me that they did it at 3 months and Kendall is about 2 weeks shy of that.  The manager was sitting right there and said they could do it.  I tried to call Randy to make sure he was ok with it but got no answer, so I did it anyway.  She only cried when they snapped the gun and was immediately over it.  I got the mini diamonds since she was born in April.  So, now with all the bows and headbands she has maybe people will think she is a girl.



Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Talan's butterflies

So, for Talan's birthday this year my mom and dad got him a butterfly habitat.  You send away for the caterpillar and food and watch them grow.  I ordered the caterpillars and told Talan that we would have to check the mail each day to see if they came in.  He was all excited everyday to check the mail.  They finally came in. So we put them on the fireplace where the cat couldn't mess with them.  They got so big and fat before they went into their cocoons.  Once they did that it was about a week before the first one hatched from its cocoon.  Talan was so happy to see it fly around the habitat.  We put some sugar water and Orange slices in the bottom for them to eat. It was about 3 days before all 5 came out of their cocoons.  We wanted to release them in mom and dad's backyard as they say that they will stick around for a little while.  We were leaving for Houston that weekend and didn't want to come home to dead butterflies so we released them before we left.  One of the butterflies looked like it wasn't going to be able to fly and may not have made it.  The other 4 flew away. It was cool to see Talan's excitement everyday when we would wake up and go check on them and then when we let them go.  Thanks for the awesome present Mom n Dad.







Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Kendall's first boat trip

We took Kendall to the lake for the first time on May 31st. She was such a good girl, she slept the whole time. Talan was such a big boy, he got on the tube and rode with Troy and me a few times.



Sunday, May 22, 2011

Houston 05/2011

On Friday we left to head to Houston after Talan finished soccer. We stopped at Dennys to have lunch.  We got back on the road about 2.  Randy decided to take this back road that would keep us out of traffic.  While on this road, we got stuck behind 2 double wides in pouring rain.  We finally got to Joanna and Billy's around 530.  We had an awesome dinner which consisted of queso, guacamole, bacon wrapped shrimp and fajitas. Jayme, Ashley, Jay, Billy, and Randy played PnA after dinner. Everyone but Randy had a few too many beers and was fun entertainment for Joanna, Kelly and me. Joanna had made mention earlier that evening about making cookies and Talan was not gonna let her forget.  She and Talan made some awesome oatmeal chocolate chip cookies.
On Saturday, we were going to The Woodlands to support Randy's best friend Micah in his first Ironman. It started at 7am. We all got there at 2 to meet up with Alyssa.  He finished the bike part and passed us a little after we got there. We went and had pizza and yogurt in the meantime.  Kendall and Talan were so good allday.  I found out Talan likes wheaties during our down time.  He ate 2 boxes!   We then moved to where we could see him pass by us during his run.  We saw him finish this amazing feat at 930pm. It was truly amazing seeing all of these people working soo hard to finish. I was inspired, although not enough to ever want to do that.  We are soo proud of you Micah and are so glad we could be there to support you!
I am thankful to Joanna and Billy for letting us stay with them this weekend.  We had a great time and I am glad we got to see everyone.








Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Missing mimmie

Today we bury an amazing woman. I had the pleasure of meeting Randy's grandmother 8 years ago.  She instantly welcomed me into their family. Over this time she was a godsend to Randy and myself.  While Randy was in graduate school, she would watch Talan so Randy could go study and I could work.  She never had a problem meeting us or taking care of our little boy.  I don't know what we would have don't without her. She always managed to make it to Randy and Troy's sporting events.  Every Wednesday at soccer she would have quarters for Talan to play the candy game. Even after she got ill she would send them with Debbie.
Randy and I were blessed with our daughter Kendall on April 28th.  I am soo happy Mimmie was still alive to meet her.  I was lucky enough to get a few pictures of the two of them together before she passed. 
Randy always tells me that I have big shoes to fill between his Mom and grandma.  I feel like she is one of the greatest ladies I have ever had the pleasure of knowing.  I am glad she has been a part of my life. RIP MIMMIE. WE LOVE YOU ALWAYS!


Friday, May 6, 2011

Easter 2011

We went to my mom n dad's house for Easter. I had bought eggs and a coloring kit for Talan and me to color eggs. I couldn't decide how messy I wanted this to get so Mom n I did most of the coloring. This particular coloring kit had funny face stickers and that was the part that Talan got to do. He had a lot of fun looking for eggs at our house with Randy.  When we got to mom n dad's he couldn't wait for everyone to get there. So, he found them and then Jayme hid them again. Most of them were in the same spot, but he enjoyed it none the less.  The Easter Bunny sure was generous this year. Hopefully next year Talan will have Kendall, Parker, and Amira here to hunt with.




Soccer tots

So, Talan has been doing soccer tots since he was 18 months old. He is such a natural.  Randy and Troy do such a good job of practicing with him while we are at home. He is one of the youngest in his class but probably the best in terms of ability.


Thursday, April 21, 2011

So, Randy and I talked in January 2010 about having another baby. At the time, I would have been ok just having Talan. I couldn't imagine trying to share time with another baby. After realizing the amazing relationships I have with my sisters and the one between Randy and Troy, I decided that Randy was right. We decided to start trying in July so if we got pregnant the baby would be due after tax season this time. I knew right away in August that we were going to be expecting another baby. We talked to Talan about it and have included him in everything baby. I don't want him for one second to think that he isn't important or that he is being pushed aside for someone else. I remember the first sonogram we had. Someone had been coaching Talan to say that he wanted a baby sister. I had a feeling going into it that we would have a girl, but needed confirmation. So, as we were at the dr.'s office, the sonographer said she was pretty sure it was a girl and Talan said "mommy she looks like a monster!" I could not stop laughing. I kept thinking this probably won't be the last time he calls her a monster. Then he decided he wanted to have a brother. We told him that his wish had come true and we were having a girl. I already had names picked out for whichever way this ended up. We were going to meet Kendall Breanne very soon.
This pregnancy has been quite different from Talan. I was sick most of the first trimester. The second trimester was a little better. I had a bit more energy and tried to work as much as I could. The third trimester has just been long and drawn out. Although I know Randy would have more kids, I feel like 2 is enough for me. So, you would think knowing that you will never be pregnant again, you would cherish these times. The only thing I will miss about being pregnant is feeling the kicks and turns that wonderful creation makes. It's something no one else can really appreciate until they are pregnant themselves.
During my maternity leave, I have had a lot of time to think about how different my life is about to be. Will I be able to love Kendall as much as I love Talan? Everyone tells me yes. Will I be able to handle two babies needing my attention? I feel like I am a pretty good multitasker. Different sleep schedules, eating times, diapers (again), and who washes all the clothes for that extra person??? As our time to meeting Kendall gets closer, I feel a bit anxious and nervous.
As Mother's Day approaches I feel like I have an exceptional role model. I don't know how my mom had 4 kids, girls at that! She says that she missed us being babies, how we needed her, and that's why she kept having babies. I know that feeling already. Talan tells me all the time "Momma, I do it all by myself." I feel glad that he is trying to grow up, but I don't want him to not need me. I am 32 years old and I just want my mom to know that I still need her. I need to talk to you to tell you how my life is going. I need your advice and guidance. I need your approval and love. I need to know you are ok. I want you to know how much I appreciate everything you do and have ever done for me. I hope I can be the Mom to my kids that you were to us.

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Talan's 3rd Birthday


HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE BEST BOY IN THE WORLD!
Over the last year you have changed so much. I don't know why we were ever worried about you talking because now you won't ever be quiet. I love listening to you "talk" to everyone on the phone. You call people randomly to ask them questions especially when we are in the car. You are always asking questions, many of which are I have to answer 3 or 4 times. If I don't understand you, you think you need to say it louder for me to understand you.
You still love to play soccer. We go every Friday to play with your team. In January we moved you to the 3-4 year old class. This is a do it yourself type class. Mommy and Daddy sit on the side while you do it "all by myself". The first class was soo hard for Daddy. He wanted you to need him so bad, but you just went ou there like you knew exactly what you were supposed to be doing. Daddy gets involved in most classes to help Coach and because he can't just sit still. Uncle Troy comes to most classes to watch and play, also. Soccer just isn't Mommy's thing, although I love watching and cheering you on.
In the last year, Mommy and Daddy decided you needed to be a big brother. In August we found out we were pregnant. Soon after we found out you were gonna be a big brother to Kendall Breanne. Mommy was very nervous about adding another baby to our family. Everyone tells me you can love each of your babies just as much as the other, but I am afraid I will always love you a little more. I didn't ever want you to feel like you weren't important or that we don't have time for you. We have made sure to talk about your sister and try to explain what's going on. You go to the doctor with mommy everytime. I will never forget the first sonogram. You called her a monster and asked for a brother. All you had done was ask for a sister up until this point. I couldn't stop laughing. These are a couple of pictures you and I had made.


You are always wanting to do what everyone else is doing. You love to wash dishes, help us cook, and help Daddy build things. You can't stand it when you can't help. I am trying to have a little more patience when it comes to letting you do things. Part of me doesn't want you to grow up and part of me wants you to need me. Your favorite saying right now is "I do it all by myself". I am going to need you to need me for a bit longer.
This birthday we decided to go to Pump it Up. I figured you were getting to old to have your party at our house. I am really glad we did it there. Everyone seemed to have a great time. Although, I wonder if the adults had more fun than the kids. You are one little spoiled boy. So many people came to celebrate with us. I am thankful we have so many wonderful friends and family that love you.




You will never know how you have changed my life. I know you will be an awesome big brother and a great helper to me. You continue to amaze me. You love unconditionally and so willingling. I love you more and more everyday!!!