Thankful

I am not sure if I am just really overwhelmed lately….or busier than normal…or just stressing out (probably a combination of all three). It could just be that I am running on minimal sleep, because my one and three years old STILL do not sleep at night. Blake is the worst now. I think that it is karma repaying me for bragging about what a good sleeper he used to be. He is up anywhere from 2-5 times per night. Liv was up 4 times last night. I feel nocturnal.

I keep repeating to myself…this is just a phase, just a phase, just a phase….

Anywho, in the midst of it all, I just want to say that I am thankful for my MOM. She watches the kids on Tuesdays. I know that it is not an easy task. I mean seriously, they are 3 and 1. Both needy, fighting for attention, testing limits, etc. I know what a long day it can be with them (don’t get me wrong I LOVE them more than life itself…but it’s just a trying ‘phase’). My kids are both obsessed with my mom and LOVE when she comes over. And so do I….not only does my mom care for my kids on Tuesdays….but she also cleans my house, and sometimes even makes dinner. And I get to rest a little more in the a.m., since I am just getting myself ready (not the extra 2 for daycare).

So, I just want to say TAHNKS MOM for all that you do….we really appreciate it! And we love you.

Oh How Pinteresting....

I havent linked up for Oh How Pinteresting in awhile...but since I am back in the routine of blogging, I am joining in today!!

How cute is this?! WOuld be perfect for a party!!

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Love these shelves over the toilet!!

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So true....

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Love this outfit....the boots!!

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Yumm!! This looks great for brunch!! I bet my kids would love it too!!

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I'm always a sucker for ruffles!! And it's only $38!!

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Cute printable for Valentines Day...in a white shabby frame?! CUTE!

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Pony-Tails

It seems like Olivia's hair is growing like crazy lately. Her bangs are starting to hang in her face, but I cannot bring myslef to snip them yet! We have started to wear a pony-tail! She looks so cute. Remonds me of my sister when she was little. Mary wore what we called a "whale-tail" until about 3rd grade! ha.
And here are a few more pictures from Olivia's 1st birthday photo shoot:


It was nice to not be super busy all weekend. I worked late on Friday and then we went to bed early. On Saturday we hung out around the house and then Ryan took me out on a date :). Sunday was spent at BOTH of our parents houses...Blake loved sledding and playing in the snow. Ryan was finally able to do a little ice fishing, and he caught a 28.5 inch pike. Now he is going to want to be fishing all of the time :)

Winter Wonderland

We finally got our first big snow of the winter! It looks so beautiful here this morning. I haven't taken pics yet, because I am working today. Blake is chomping at the bit to get out and build a snowman! I am posting a few pictures of Blake and Ryan playing in the snow last year at this time.....my has Blake grown in a year! He looks like a baby in these pictures. Can't wait to get out there and play with him this winter :)

Smarty Pants

I just have to tell y’all how SMART my little Blake is. Some days I am seriously AMAZED by the stuff that he knows!! He retains EVERYTHING. He has the longest attention span ever. He LOVES to read. He is obsessed with the iPad and will work on that thing all day long (IF I would let him).

One of his new favorites is putting together puzzles in the Pad. He is SO good at it! I explined it to him just one or two times, to look for the corners, and then the edges, and then to fill it in. He just concentrates on it...and does it...and then is SO proud of himself. And I am proud of him too :)
Check out this look of concentration on his face :)

Not only is my little guy smart...he's also CUTE :)

...and silly!!

I just love him so much!!

And the cuteness just keeps coming....

A few more pics from Olivia's 1 year photo session. She got REAL serious at about this point...so no smiles here. Ha...I think that she was needing a snack :)

I think that my poor girl got the Galgoczi ears! Luckilly she can pull them off!

The more that I look through these pics, the more that I just love them. They realy capture Livi...and her personality. She is such a good girl!! Ugh....still can't believe that my baby is ONE!!

More cuteness...and an emotional mess!

Just wanted to post one more little sneak of Olivia's darling 1 year pictures. I think that one is one of my favorites! I just love this little bug!!

Olivia STILL isn't walking. I think that this is a little strange and startling, however I am not TOO worried. She does seem so strong. She is quick as a bee at crawling, so I am thinking that she just thinks that walking is a waste at this point. She stands easily hanging on to something...but not much on her own yet. I guess she will walk when she is good and ready!!

Blake walked just before his 1st b-day, and I thought THAT was late....little Miss Priss is pushing the limits!!

Not sure if I am just being emotional today of what....this about brought me to tears today on Pinterest! I love it...and I sure do love my kids!!