2nd Birthday!

We had such a great day with Henry for his birthday!
We went to the Atlanta Children's Museum in the morning. He LOVED the tractor, pushing the shopping carts around, playing with the ball pits and making his own music tunes.But, if I were to guess I'd say playing in the sand was by far his favorite!!

We ate lunch at the Varsity, went home for naps and celebrated with friends in the evening...doesn't get much better than that!

And for those of you that were wondering...

yes, Henry got his "happy cake" (Ice cream cake) for his birthday...he was excited and squealed with delight! It was a great day!

Today we went to a new Pediatrician and had Henry's 2 year well check.

We really liked the doctor & office staff and look forward to establishing care with them.

Weight: 29#

Height: 34"

Doin' a little shopping! He would have played with the sand all day!

Blowing out his candle

Playing with Turner & Zoe

Today: Playing with new toys!
:)

We hope my niece Mallory & Miss Kaitlyn had great birthdays, too!!

:)

Drivin' the tractor

Henry Wade...

12.16.08

To our firstborn son...

I'll never forget the day we found out we were expecting you!

After a full year of hardship, tests, bloodwork & medication I went to a church women's retreat and surrendered everything to God realizing that we will have a baby in HIS perfect timing. I walked away from that weekend with a peace.

His perfect peace.

It was on the way home I felt an urging to take a pregnancy test.

I just about passed out when that pregnancy test was positive!
We are so thankful for the way God has shaped our family and continues to teach us everyday. One being through our children...

Henry... there isn't a day that goes by that I don't thank God for such an incredible blessing. We wouldn't be the family we are today if you weren't in it and we thank God for that.

You have realized that you have a mind of your own and enjoy keeping us on our toes... making sure your Poppa & I stand united in disciplining you. We discipline you because we LOVE you. Sure, you are naughty somedays but mostly, you are sweet.

I didn't even know boys could be so sweet! :)

Just yesterday you were playing with your toys and I was sweeping the kitchen. Without even prompting, you came and moved the stools out of the way so I could sweep underneath them! Made. me. melt. when you looked up at me and said, "I Help, Momma!" Thanks, Henry :)

You have also blown us away with how great of a BIG brother you are! Porter LOVES it when you talk to him and his eyes are always following you around the room!
Henry, we pray for your salvation daily and can't wait for you to come to know Christ as your own! That is the greatest gift you can receive on earth.
I have always hated the term "Terrible Twos"...praying for another great year with you and may it be terrific!

We Love You bunches!

Happy 2nd Birthday!

Poppa & Momma

Wordless Wednesday

Uncle Josh...

Hope you have a great day, today!!

14 weeks!

Comparison

Brudders playing together :)

Oh, Henry!

We can't believe you are almost two!

3 MONTHS OLD!!

We're in love with your cheeks...
and your smile!

Momma & Porter! I feel SO much better now than I did 3 months ago!...

...and so does Poppa! haha :)

Porter...this week was HUGE! You started sleeping better during your daytime naps and every nap has been great than 1 1/2 hours! I am probably going to jinx myself but I would love to think we've said goodbye to the 45 minute nap monster once and for all!!

(But, I can guarantee it'll be back in a couple weeks when we are home for the holidays!) :)

I'll take it while it lasts.

It's amazing what I have been able to get done while both boys napped at the same time in the afternoon all week!

You are still a super duper happy, laid back baby!

So lately we've been talking alot about sharing and it seems like it has finally 'clicked' with Henry. Lately he's been 'sharing' everything with Porter (more like when he gets caught in the act)!

For example, Henry decides it's okay to get into the pantry and get snacks because when he gets caught he very joyfully exclaims "Share with Porter!" and when he isn't suppose to be into something in the kitchen or family room he runs to Porter and puts it on his lap..."Share with Porter!" and runs away with a BiG smile...Oh me, oh my!

I'm always intrigued when people say kids really don't understand at this age and are too young to know any better! Ha! I beg to differ! Quite the opposite... kids are very intelligent :)

Henry, you keep me on my toes...and I love that about you...most days ;)

Happy Friday!

Don't let him fool you...

He was smiling BIG & GiggLiNg until I grabbed the camera. This picture makes me laugh...quite the contrast from what Henry & I saw. It's like he is crying out to all you readers to save him! haha

Don't be fooled...

He WAS enjoying it! :0)

Comparison

I did this comparison with Porter a little early. Henry was about 3 1/2 months old but let's just say I'm sure Porter will be in this outfit at that time so I went ahead and snapped a picture :). I definately see them looking like brothers more and more but I think Porter seems to favor Kit more but with my darker complexion.

Wordless Wednesday

I will preface this "wordless wednesday" by saying we just walked in from shopping and Porter was asleep in his carseat. I grabbed the phone and checked a couple of messages...I heard Porter ...he was probably scared to death as Henry was dragging him in the carseat to come find me since he was crying...

He's gonna have to be a tough dude!

My heart sure skipped a beat!

Happy Birthday, Uncle Mike!

It's starting to look like Christmas around here!

This year I kept it simple but...I love the little touches of holiday cheer here and there! :) Porter & Henry each have a little tree in their rooms. Well, Henry's is right outside his room (I knew it would be too tempting to play with at naps/bedtime!).

Henry's tree is Tractors and Horses & Porter's tree is Snowman & Snowflakes! :)

Have ya'll heard this song?

Oh my goodness...
Here is a link to be able to hear this song.
I just recently heard this song and it's one of those songs that makes me cry like a baby. I have two boys...TWO. Oh boy :)


Anything Like Me lyrics

Songwriters: Dubois; Paisley, Brad Douglas; Turnbull;

I remember sayin' I don't care either way
Just as long as he or she is healthy I'm okay
Then the doctor pointed to the corner of the screen
And said, "You see that thing right there, well you know what that means"

I started wondering who he was going to be
And I thought heaven help us if he's anything like me

He'll probably climb a tree too tall and ride his bike too fast
End up every summer wearin' something in a cast
He's gonna throw a ball and break some glass in a window down the street

He's gonna get in trouble, oh he's gonna get in fights
I'm gonna lose my temper and some sleep
It's safe to say that I'm gonna get my payback if he's anything like me

I can see him right now, knees all skinned up
With a magnifying glass tryin' to melt the Tonka truck
Won't he be a sight with his football helmet on?
[From: http://www.elyrics.net/read/b/brad-paisley-lyrics/anything-like-me-lyrics.html]
That'll be his first love 'til his first love comes along

He'll get his heart broke by the time he's in his teens
And heaven help him if he's anything like me

He'll probably stay out too late and drive his car too fast
Get a speeding ticket, he'll pay for mowing grass
He's gonna get caught skippin' class and be grounded for a week

He's gonna get into trouble, we're gonna get in fights
I'm gonna lose my temper and some sleep
It's safe to say that I'm gonna get my payback if he's anything like me

He's gonna love me and hate me along the way
Years are gonna fly by and I already dread the day

He's gonna hug his momma, he's gonna shake my hand
He's gonna act like he can't wait to leave
But as he drives out he'll cry his eyes out if he's anything like me
There's worst folks to be like, oh he'll be alright if he's anything like me

A couple giggles to share

Photo and video editing at www.OneTrueMedia.com

12 weeks

Oh my goodness...where have 12 weeks gone? The first twelve are always the toughest for me as I get to know my baby, get somewhat of a routine down and, get a baby sleeping through the night. From here are on out I know the year is going to only get more fun and continue to fly by! I can't believe next week you are going to be 3 months old, Porter!

You are by far a great baby...we love you!

Porter...

This week you were held a lot,

and doted on by everyone.

People would do anything to get a smile out of you and,


lots of cuddle time has been enjoyed!

You are a perfect fit for our family!

Thank you, Lord, for another blessing in our life!

:)

Some favorites of Thanksgiving (rewind)

LOL!! I'm pretty sure I'm going to be in trouble for posting this! haha :)

Porter & E

H cookin' with the girls

Thanksgiving Dinner

Bakin' pies with Mallory & Aunt Mimi

Some favorites of Thanksgiving (rewind) 5K