Happy Birthday Sweet Sammy!

Today my baby turns 1! I can't believe it. It's wonderful to see him thriving and becoming a sweet, cuddly little boy, but I'm sad because he's growing up too fast for me. I know I'm not alone; most parents wish they could stop time to relish the cute baby phase. Anyway, here are a few things I want to remember about my sweet boy Sam on his first birthday:

1. He gives his mommy the best slobbery kisses ever!

2. He's definitely a daddy's boy. As soon as Nick walks through the door, he makes a mad dash for him with his arms high in the air.

3. He sleeps through the night! Need I say more?

4. Sammy is mommy's little shopping buddy. He could go all day with me as long as I keep food in his belly.

5. His big brown eyes melt my heart.

6. When I sing to him, he tries to sing along with me.

7. He doesn't let his big brother walk all over him.

8. He has such a gentle nature. He's observant - likes to sit back and watch what everyone else is doing.

9. Sammy LOVES to eat. Nick started feeding him ice cream at a young age and that by far is his favorite food. I've never seen anyone open their mouth so wide as when he's getting ice cream.

10. I love his face when he first wakes up. Precious!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY SAMMA-LAMMA DING DONG! We love you so much!

Sam's First Birthday Party - Part 1

While we were visiting family for Thanksgiving, we thought it would be a good chance for them to help Sam celebrate his 1st birthday. Technically, he won't be one until Thursday, December 4th, but with all of the traveling everyone is having to do this time of year, we decided that instead of one monster party, we would have two smaller affairs - one with my family in Port Lavaca, and another with friends and neighbors at home. Sam was spoiled with great gifts and a cool party. He's very lucky to be so loved. Thank you to all that were there! You made it very special for our sweet boy.
Enjoy the pictures. I'll post more after his second party this weekend.

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Thanksgiving

We had a fun filled Thanksgiving in Port Lavaca this year. On Thursday, the family got together at Aunt Bon and Uncle James' house. The kids played while the adults stuffed themselves silly. We feasted on Uncle Bubo's brisket and turkey, as well as the usual calorie loaded, mouth watering side dishes - mom's broccoli and rice casserole and Aunt Bon's dressing being my all-time favorites.
On Saturday, we were treated to another feast at Uncle Bubo's house. He's done some work to his home and added a nice area outside perfect for this type of family event. His property stretches pretty far, so there was plenty of room for the kiddos to run around. We played horseshoes and washers and at the end of the evening enjoyed a bonfire. Everyone had an awesome time. Thanks Bubo! Now that we know how nice it is, we'll be invading your home again soon!

More Pics from Port Lavaca

I'm finally posting some new pics from our recent week-long trip to Port Lavaca. Nick drove us down and stayed through Halloween weekend then came back home to work for the week. The boys and I had a nice visit with Grammy, PawPaw, NatNat, Uncle James, Aunt Bon, and MeeMaw. While we were there, Eli was able to take in the local Veterans Day Parade, spend the night at NatNat's house, and do some fishing with PawPaw. We had a great time and can't wait to see everyone again for Thanksgiving. Thanks Grammy, PawPaw, and NatNat! We love you!

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Pumpkin patch and playground pics

I just wanted to post a few pictures from October I never got around to. These are from an afternoon at the playground swinging and feeding ducks and our trip to the local pumpkin patch. Enjoy! Everyone have a great day!

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Halloween

Here are a few pictures from our Halloween in Port Lavaca. Halloween is my mom's birthday, so we try to make it down to PL sometime around the 31st every year. Aunt Bon, Uncle James, and MeMaw brought dinner and dessert over, then the boys trick-or treated. Sam fell asleep about halfway through. He slept in his stroller while Eli had a blast handing out candy with Grammy. We had a spooktacular night.

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Free At Last!

Words can't describe how happy I am that America finally stood up and elected a President that truly has the good of EVERYONE at the top of his priority list. As I've posted before, America (and the rest of the world, for that matter) has been yearning to break free of an administration that only cared about the wealthy. I'm hopeful that our country is back on the right track to provide liberty and happiness for all. I know most of you who read this disagree with my point of view, but that's what makes America so great - we can look at things differently and live in harmony. I'm on such a high because this is the first time my candidate has ever won. GOD BLESS EVERYONE! (not just America)