February: a month of Birthdays

February is a big month in our home. Kayla's birthday is the fifth and Spencer's is the 14th. We had a birthday party for Kayla this year. Just a small get together with a few friends. We had a My Little Pony theme, and we had a good turn out. The girls colored a picture we taped to lunch bags for them to take their party favors home in. We ate home-made pizza, and watched a My Little Pony video, and just played with toys. We also decorated cupcakes to eat. One of the biggest hits was ring around the rosies. Each friend got to take home a bracelet, and a party balloon. Thanks to my mom for all of her help at the party. She is an amazing woman, picking up where I slacked.

Kayla was very gracious and thankful for all her gifts. It was rewarding to see her tell everyone thank you and give them a hug. She was truly spoiled by her friends and extended family. Thanks to everyone that made this, her third birthday such a special one.

Spencer is another year older, and even more fun! Turning 26 looks good on him. I just want him to know how much I love him, and support him in all that he sets out to do. He has truly found his passion working with the Hunter High Baseball Program. I see the joy that it brings him, and how much he gives to the program and the individual players. He takes them under his wing to help them improve and learn the skills they have inside of them. He is a great influence on them, and a great mentor. I am so proud of all the time he takes to help the individuals, and to let them know that they matter, and can make a difference in the world. Spencer is the most selfless person I know. He truly is a great example to me.

For Spencer's birthday, he got breakfast in bed. Eggs, Bacon, Toast, Fruit and Yogurt. Kayla and Nathaniel each carried their own plate up as well. I didn't know Nathaniel was bringing his up. I found hime one step from the top with his plate (food still on top). We had fun all eating on our bed. We had church, so we all got ready, and I got a roast ready. I am still learning some of the "easy" recipes that my mom has mastered, and roast is one of them. Our "beef jerky" roast was done too well, but was pretty tender. Spencer just relaxed and did what he wanted. He is such a great husband. He works so hard to support his family, and is such a great father. His children wait for him to come home, and can't get enough of his fun playing.

Happy New Year

Well, it is a new year! We have had a great this year. We also had a very nice Christmas. The day before Christmas Eve we had our last annual Christmas party at Spencer's Grandparent's house. We sing and act out the Nativity, and have fun together. Christmas Eve we have dinner and Nativity at Grandparent's Day. During the program, Kayla played Mary, holding a teddy bear, and Nathaniel was a shepherd, herding my brother. Then, Kayla sang "Kangaroos Jump", and it was so cute. Christmas morning we woke up around 8:00, yay, I got sleep! Spencer put the Breakfast Casserole in the oven (which he made the day before while I was at work. Thank you Thank you). Kayla and Nathaniel were so cute finding their stockings on the couch from Santa. Santa brought them both a stick horse, and that was a very big hit! Kayla loved opening the presents, for everyone. Nathaniel didn't want to open the presents, he just wanted to play with the toys!!! He loved all his toys. After the presents were all opened, we ate breakfast, then played some more. We went to Grandparent's Lybbert for family pictures and a wonderful lunch. We had a great time with family. Then, we headed to Great-Grandparent's Day to say hi and wish them a happy day. By the end of the visit, we had two very tired children, and two worn out parents. We love the holidays and the time we can spend with family.

Spencer did the sweetest thing for me this year. I don't know how long it took him, but I think it would take a long time. I don't know if you have seen National Treasure, but that movie is about a treasure hunt. Spencer made my own treasure hunt this year. He had placed an envelope for me on the tree, to open Christmas Eve when the kids were asleep. Inside was a small piece of paper with burnt edges that said, "The secret lies with Middle C". So, after taking everything off the piano, I found the next clue taped to the hammer of Middle C. That led me to a wedding picture with a code on the back. I then had to find the correct letters from the "Family Proclomation" to get the next clue. This one led me to the kitchen table, and that clue led me to his tool bag. Needless to say, inside the beautifully wrapped box was a small jewelry box containing my own personal treasure. I have the sweetest most thoughtful husband in the world!

For New Year's Eve, Spencer and I made some chinese food. We had a great noodle dish and beef and broccoli. We ate with chop sticks, of course, and then went to bed before 10:00. We ring in the new year catching up on zzz's.

So, I want to wish you all a happy new year, and remember to set "easy" goals, and have fun with them.

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Ultrasound Results

Hello all.

I have taken a while to get on to blog. Nathaniel has been sick all week, and now I am feeling pretty sick. But, I wanted to add our news. We are going to have another..........Boy! Yes, we were pleasantly surprised. I didn't know what to expect when we went for the ultrasound. It is just nice to have an answer, and know which boxes of clothes I will need to get ready. I can feel the baby more now, and it is great. Kayla talks about the baby in my tummy. Nathaniel doesn't understand, but he has some time to get used to sharing his room with the baby.

Have a great day.

Potty Training

Kayla is such an amazing and determined little girl. She was potty trained in like 3 days. She does so well at making it to the bathroom on time, and loves her princess panties. She even had a dry night the other night. We actually forgot to put her pull-up on, but she was okay the entire night. She is such a big girl.

Halloween

We had a fun Halloween. Kayla dressed up like Snow White, and Nathaniel dressed up like a cowboy. We did go trick-or-treating. We got quite a haul. we have discovered that Kayla is a Choc-o-holic. Everyday she gets a piece or two of candy. I ask what she wants, and she always says "Chocolate". When I say her chocolate is all gone. She just says. "I want Chocolate". She definitely doesn't get that from me.

We got some pictures taken last week, and we had a great time. we had three costume changes, and the kids were troopers. Thank you Aubrey for doing such a wonderful job.

Twins?

Definitely not!!! After my last post I received some comments asking if I was having twins. Well, last week I had an ultrasound, and I can calmly say, no, we are not having twins. Our tiny baby looked cute and healthy with a good heartbeat, and measuring a day ahead, so things seem to be going well. Kayla is convinced I will be having a girl. Her "sister" as she calls the baby. Kids are pretty in tune, so we will see how correct she is.

Have a great day!