'bout time

IT is AbOut TiME......

the rain stops so we can get out and enjoy the glorious months of summer. Although this girl couldn't be happier with gumboots, umbrella and rain and puddles to play in.

Ryan stop asking for kisses on Fathers Day if he doesn't enjoy them, cause the slobbery wet ones are here to stay

We all get out and do some yard work.

We enjoy the nights where, my kid is totally played out from the day, and falls asleep without much of a fuss.

I realize that a new baby has been the best new 'toy'/ source of entertainment and torture (ok not really, but kinda) for Sadie. What can I say babies are fun, and amazingly resilient, right?

That Sadie learns about weenie roasts and more importantly s'mores.

I realize that my kids WILL be entertained by technology and they will love it and even learn from it. It is a toss up who will know more about technology than me, grandpa or my own kids

I show you all the cutest quilt Grandma B made for Hannah.
AND another one a friend made that is the same pattern and so cute too!
I show you how much bigger cousin Gavin is then Hannah. (he is 1 month older) He will be tall.

You see how much Sadie LOVES these little babies, and finds her way into pretty much every picture.
I take some pics of JUST Hannah.

that kids can make me laugh even when they are sleeping.
I realize I just can't get enough of these 2, and they feel the same.

baby blessing

On Sunday Ryan blessed Hannah. It was a special day that we spent with our families. Families are the best and we are so glad that Hannah is a part of ours. I know she will be a sweet little girl in our family and it is exciting to see her change every day.

The Dress

This dress is the same one Sadie was blessed in, and me, and my mom, and my grandma. Pretty amazing and special. It is 100 years old. I think it it so beautiful and delicate, perfect for Hannah.


I think it was so sweet to hear all the special things Ryan had to say about Hannah. What a special little bond between a dad & his little girl.

I've said before how much Sadie adores Hannah, and it hasn't changed. Let's just say that we never need to ask her to give her kisses or hugs, in fact it's quite the opposite, "give Hannah some space."

classic 3 generations

All the grand kids at the end of the day

Then it hit & Sadie crashed, nothing would keep her awake.

Lindsay might kill me for putting this up, but i tell ya it's so classic them. If there is the slightest of chance to squeeze in Sunday afternoon nap, they make it happen, even for 5 minutes.

one fine day

One day a while back, I was just not feelin it. You know those days just can't get your groove on & get going. Two kids in tow we headed out to do a couple errands and drop something off for Ryan at work. My own husband could see I was just not up to par. I blamed it on the not so great weather. He pretty much said, "well go do something or go home and feel sorry for yourself" Lame. so a little underdressed we bucked up and headed to the exciting world of the zoo. I still didn't have my energy, but I tried to gear myself up for a great time. I got there and fed Hannah in the car and let Sadie climb around in the car. We headed into the zoo and it turns out Sadie was totally into the zoo. Not too suprising since I was being a bum. The zoo did prove to provide loads of entertainment, good ol fresh air, walking, some learning, and sometime with my girls. Sadie seriously loved everything was taking her time looking in every cage and checking all the animals out. After a lot of walking around, I thought great we are both spent so we headed out. I loaded the kids in and went to start my car and ...... wait for it, NOTHING. I realized when Sadie climbed all over the car she turned on my lights and drained the battery. Feeling helpless I called Ryan he pretty much dropped everything and came to our rescue as quick as he could. Apparently we are more important than work, I agree work can wait we can't. We waited Sadie fell asleep, I dreamed of sleep and held Hannah. ahhhh


Not a great picture but, what is hotter than your man coming to your rescue in his suit & tie?

p.s I may fall into another little funk due to the crummy weather, anyone wanna go to the zoo?

dear sister

I started this post a while ago & I am now getting around to adding some (a lot of pics). I will admit it this is a little sentimental and cheesy, but we all feel that way some days right?


Dear little sister,

I do not think I could have been happier the day you came into our family. I waited and waited a whole 9 months for you to come out of mom's tummy. Since you've been around I have loved you only like I know how too. Whenever you cry I come running or jumping and I try to give you a soother, it usually works. I always say "suuushhh" it works too. If it doesn't work I call for mommy, because I know that is who you want. I always just want to make you happy. I am always quick to let people know that you are my "new baby sister" I just want them to know that we are together and always will be. I ask mom to let me hold you and she lets me because it's important that we are close. I want you to remember, so I ask mom to take lots of pictures of us. As soon as you came home I really wanted to get to know you. I was fascinated with you and liked to check out your 10 little piggies, I check to see when your eyes are open and closed. I know mom will dress up in some matching clothes and it might be cute, but only for so long. One day we will shop together but we might have to tell her we are too old to be matchy. I really am happy to share just about anything with you (including my cracker -which I am told I have to save for later, my cold, even my blankie). Don't worry I will continue to tickle your face, tummy & toes until I get a laugh from you. It is so fun and soooo not getting old having a new little sis around all the time. She is so all over soother control

sometimes nap times are shorter than plannednot afraid of a little diaper changing
getting her dressed

As a mom of 2 girls I really do hope that they are more than just sisters, I hope they are best friends. Maybe it's because I consider myself lucky to have 2 sisters that I have always been best friends with. I know I am lucky that we were and are such great friends. I think I can honestly say we never did have a phase where we did not get along. Fights didn't really exist. Unless you count the time I was a little upset when my sister ratted me out for stealing a box of smarties. The occasional debate when we both liked the same jewellery or outfit shopping and there was only one, or maybe the time when my little sister had her first kiss before me (nope wasn't jealous I snuck out with her he he). So really I just hope that Hannah & Sadie are always there for each other, no matter what. That's just my hope right now. I think they are off to a good start.

We always know how to have a good time!

Dear Big Sister,
I know I am teeny and may seem kinda boring to a 2 year old right now, but I am glad you are my sister. Even though I don't do a whole lot right now, you are always talking to me and trying to share and show me new things. Thanks for trying to "boo" my hiccups away as I seem to get them lots. Mom says that you smoother me sometimes and I need space but really can a baby girl have too many kisses. It is sweet of you to show me your toys and books and even watch t.v with me. I love your goodnight kiss and that you always come running to me in the morning. I know I can count on you. If I get left in the room you quickly come over to see me and are good and keeping me happy. Can't wait to grow up with you.
so none of these pictures are posed but Hannah did have a little help getting into the baby crib

good little multi-tasker

I think I noticed a trend we take a lot of pictures in the morning and evening & Sadie's fav. nightie is obvious

what we've been longing for

Summer is here. We are just lovin every minute of it! I get so excited on the first really nice summer days & try to spend every moment outside. I feel like have filled the last few days with sunshine and fun. Summer is the time to forget the housework only what is absolutely essential, because who the heck cares, and we all know it will be over much too soon.

Good bye house work!

Summer is a good excuse to wear your swimsuit all day, eat popsicles and freezies inbetween every meal, dig in the dirt, play in the pool, soak up the sun, make numerious trips to the park, eat outside as much as possible, and end each day with a necessary bath.

I have been meaning to put some of these newborn pictures of Hannah up for a while. They were taken when she was just over 1 week old and now she is one whole month. Yikes! Anyways they were taken by the amazing Alysha. Not only is she one of my sweetest friends, but she is so talented in so many ways and busy with her own kids, but still makes time for so many other people and things. She came right to my house and I probably could have run upstairs and snuck in a little nap (ok she even told me to) but it was fun to watch her work her magic and Hannah was a dream and slept so perfectly. The combination of her great work and my sweet little one pretty makes for perfection in my eyes. I LOVE them all so much. Thanks again Alysha









I adore these headbands that Alysha brought oh and of course she made them herself. The only problem with all these newborn photos is how do I choose my favorite. Seriously I could gush about Hannah and how sweet she is and all that but just come have a snuggle with her and you'll know.