Welcome to the World, Anna!

Brooke and Jim were blessed with a beautiful baby girl named Anna on December 17. My jim and I were finally able to visit them on Wednesday, and let me tell you... Anna is one precious baby. She is so tiny! Jim reminded me that Oliver was once that little, but I honestly cannot recall him ever being that small. That first year of life is now all a blur to me.

We had a great time holding Anna and catching up with Brooke and Jim. My Jim took a few pictures of Anna before we left. Here are a few of them.

Holly Jolly Christmas

Getting ready for bed so Santa can come!

Christmas Eve- opening presents with Daddy

Santa was here!

Christmas morning!

Santa left some goodies

Getting dressed Christmas Day

Passing out presents

Oliver got a Zhu Zhu pet!

Enjoying family

My what a wonderful Christmas we had this year. Everyone came to our house, and it was so much fun watching Oliver interact with his extended family. Hosting was a lot of work, but Mom, Dad, and Jim helped make it a success.

Even with all the unpacking of boxes, Santa still managed to make a stop at our house. Oliver received a retro kitchen with pots, pans and food. Needless to say, he's been busy "washing" and "cooking" food for both Jim and I. I so hope this is a sign of things to come. I've always wanted a full time cook, and since I don't see myself winning the lottery or becoming famous, Oliver getting this kitchen set may just be the push he needs to go to culinary school.

We've Moved!

Say it ain't so... Boxes are spread across the room, and it looks like a tornado hit. It is honestly driving me crazy, but what's really important here is we are FINALLY living in our new home. It feels so good to say that.. about as good as it feels to sit on this couch right now and not do anything. *Ahhhh*

On a side note, we've met so many wonderful people in this neighborhood.. Apparently they too were watching the house progress and just as excited as we were to move in. Oliver is really loving the openness of the house and runs like a wild man from one room to the next. The boys aren't quite sure what to think, but they are happy to have their blue couch to sleep on during the day. Jim and I keep pinching ourselves, we're actually here! Whoopeeee!

"'Cause It Only Takes One Night"

"It only takes one night to make a balloon your friend. When you first get them, they only want to fly away... But in the morning, they're always happy to stay." ~ Lunch Money

Oh the excitement a little latex can have!

Fun Filled Night

Last night was busy and packed with fun. We met Jim at the house after work to decorate our Christmas tree. We got about half way done and decided to finish later so we could check out the party at the local fire station. I'm so glad we did, it was so much fun. They went all out for the kids. There was food galore, Santa, and every child got to pick out a toy. All the firemen were so friendly. We had such a good time, I think I thanked them at least 5 times while walking out the door. Thanks again firemen!

So Much To Write..

So little time. We have officially started moving. The furniture is being moved this weekend. Please keep your fingers crossed I don't lose my mind in the process. Thanks so much. Here's an updated picture of the stairs. One word, rad!

Happy 35th!

Today is Jim's (gasp) 35th birthday! We had to wait all day to see him because he was in Boston on a business trip. Jim was pretty tired when he got home, so it was a laid back evening. Happy Birthday, babe. WE LOVE YOU!!

"We know we're getting old when the only thing we want for our birthday is not to be reminded of it." ~Author Unknown