And then, Corban refused to take his off. I decided he would eventually get too hot and take it off on his own. We went about our day: watching a little TV, playing with lacing cards, etc. and here's Corban with his winter coat zipped up to his chin and the hood still on. I finally decided to fight the battle and peeled the coat off of him revealing a slightly sweaty body. Let's hope he keeps that love for his new coat and we don't have fights to put in on in a few months.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Winter In July
I went to my first huge consignment sale this week with my sister-in-law, Sarah. Since we haven't experienced winter in 4 years, we're a little low on fall/winter clothing. I was hoping to at least find the boys some winter coats for a decent price. I succeeded and found one for each of them. Today I had them try them on and they were so excited! It was just another dress up/costume item to them. 
And then, Corban refused to take his off. I decided he would eventually get too hot and take it off on his own. We went about our day: watching a little TV, playing with lacing cards, etc. and here's Corban with his winter coat zipped up to his chin and the hood still on. I finally decided to fight the battle and peeled the coat off of him revealing a slightly sweaty body. Let's hope he keeps that love for his new coat and we don't have fights to put in on in a few months.
And then, Corban refused to take his off. I decided he would eventually get too hot and take it off on his own. We went about our day: watching a little TV, playing with lacing cards, etc. and here's Corban with his winter coat zipped up to his chin and the hood still on. I finally decided to fight the battle and peeled the coat off of him revealing a slightly sweaty body. Let's hope he keeps that love for his new coat and we don't have fights to put in on in a few months.
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
A Full Heart
My grandparents, known to some as Bill and Dot Stewart, made a quick trip to Memphis last weekend and we thoroughly enjoyed their visit. My heart is full from spending time with them and watching them love on my children. Thank you GrannyDot and Grandaddy for making the long journey here!
Reading before bed with GrannyDot
A family dinner
3 generations of women in the kitchen
Caden making brownies with GrannyDot (and I might add they were super yummy!)
The Grandparents with their great-grandchildren
We love you!
Reading before bed with GrannyDot
A family dinner
3 generations of women in the kitchen
Caden making brownies with GrannyDot (and I might add they were super yummy!)
The Grandparents with their great-grandchildren
We love you!
Saturday, June 05, 2010
The Hill
This is one of the best ideas I've seen for kids...ok, adults too.
Thanks to The Tipping Point for being creative!
Thanks to The Tipping Point for being creative!
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Friday, May 21, 2010
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Spelunking in Kentucky
We love America's National Parks, and there is a great one in central Kentucky known as Mammoth Cave. Brett and Caden took a day trip from Nashville and had an amazing time. Caden is definitely inheriting his dad's spirit of adventure!
This is Colleen, our ranger for the day. "That stalagmite was THIS big!"
Caden on the bus to the cave entrance...one day soon he will be headed to school on a bus, but he looks really small in this seat!
Entering the airlock entrance to the cave. It felt like we were entering a Dharma Initiative station...
Lunch was hotdogs and milk water...
Squeezing through "Fat Man's Misery" was not a problem for Caden...
Caden's face says it all, we had a blast. I thank God for my sons and the chance to explore creation with them! ---BrettFriday, May 07, 2010
When I was a little girl....
I did this too
It's such a joy to see my children enjoying things that I did as a child. They have enjoyed listening to Gran'Pa play his guitar several nights a week.
It's such a joy to see my children enjoying things that I did as a child. They have enjoyed listening to Gran'Pa play his guitar several nights a week.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Baby Luke
Our first weekend in Memphis was shared with Allen, Sarah, and Luke. Luke turned one in February and met his Uncle Brett and his cousins for the first time that weekend. Three little boys in one house, all under the age of 5, provided (and will provide!) plenty of entertainment.
Corban wasn't sure he was willing to give up his position of "baby" and would protest any time I was holding Luke. He claimed Luke as his own and would say "My bae Loo!" (my baby Luke) while pulling on his leg. The morning they left, he woke up and asked "Where bae Loo?".
My Mom bought the three of them shirts that read "Here Comes Trouble"....I think the picture says enough about that.
Corban wasn't sure he was willing to give up his position of "baby" and would protest any time I was holding Luke. He claimed Luke as his own and would say "My bae Loo!" (my baby Luke) while pulling on his leg. The morning they left, he woke up and asked "Where bae Loo?".
My Mom bought the three of them shirts that read "Here Comes Trouble"....I think the picture says enough about that.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Saturday, April 17, 2010
1st Ice Cream Cones
It's possible our boys have had ice cream cones before, but probably not completely on their own. Gamma and Papa insisted that everyone got their own cone. I know for sure this is the first time Corban has ever had cotton candy flavored ice cream! With this warm weather, we will be watching for more Baskin-Robbins' coupons.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Something Fun
I'm pretty sure you've never seen these pictures and they are definitely blog-worthy.
These were a few fun treats that we got in a package from Nanna...thanks!
Corban discovered he knew how to open the freezer...sneaky little thing.
Corban has now mastered the climbing wall. Amazing and scary.
"I did it!"
Tiggy gets a bath. No, he didn't like it.
This face cracks me up! It's as if he's saying, "Why are you letting him do this to me? Help me!"
And just to show you that Tiggy did not hold a grudge....
These were a few fun treats that we got in a package from Nanna...thanks!
Corban discovered he knew how to open the freezer...sneaky little thing.
Corban has now mastered the climbing wall. Amazing and scary.
"I did it!"
Tiggy gets a bath. No, he didn't like it.
This face cracks me up! It's as if he's saying, "Why are you letting him do this to me? Help me!"
And just to show you that Tiggy did not hold a grudge....
Friday, February 05, 2010
New Look
Thank you Betsy for this wonderful Christmas present....a blog make-over.
Click the link to the right (Blogs for a Cause) to find out more about Nikki and her work.
Click the link to the right (Blogs for a Cause) to find out more about Nikki and her work.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Monday, January 25, 2010
6 Months Later
Six months ago, we brought you this fun video....and now we have these hair cutting pictures to offer you.
Daddy can't resist one last big hair picture
Corban's before shot....sucker in hand
Corban after
Caden before...yikes! I rarely notice how long his hair is during the rainy season because the humidity makes his curls tighter. However, in the dry, it's just a long mess.
Caden's cute curls after (and Corban's toes)
I caught Corban sitting on this little bench all on his own and couldn't resist snapping a picture. He looks so big!
In the past, I've really missed Caden's curls when we've cut them off...but this time I really like the shorter look on him.
Brothers!
Daddy can't resist one last big hair picture
Corban's before shot....sucker in hand
Corban after
Caden before...yikes! I rarely notice how long his hair is during the rainy season because the humidity makes his curls tighter. However, in the dry, it's just a long mess.
Caden's cute curls after (and Corban's toes)
I caught Corban sitting on this little bench all on his own and couldn't resist snapping a picture. He looks so big!
In the past, I've really missed Caden's curls when we've cut them off...but this time I really like the shorter look on him.
Brothers!
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Couch Cushions
"You guys need to put ALL the cushions back on the couch before I come back in the room...or I know two little boys that will be getting spankings for not obeying" said the Momma.
After all, all I said was that the cushions had to be ON the couch.
Yes, I laughed.
After all, all I said was that the cushions had to be ON the couch.
Yes, I laughed.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Remember when Corban turned 2?
Me either. We didn't have a big celebration so it kind of just breezed by us. Our annual "Mattie the Bear" pictures and other yearly portraits did not happen until recently. That's right, our son's official two year pictures are actually of him a good month and a half into his 3rd year of life. Well, without any more complaining of what a slacker I am...here's the pics:
Taking pictures of a 2 year old on your own is a huge challenge. While I still wish I could have captured more "formal" pictures, I think these describe Corban pretty well. Love you little guy!
Taking pictures of a 2 year old on your own is a huge challenge. While I still wish I could have captured more "formal" pictures, I think these describe Corban pretty well. Love you little guy!
FAMILY...these are uploaded in large format and should be printable. Enjoy! ;)
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