My other Best Friends Wedding!

Demond and I have been each others best friend since we were 13. We have had many ups and downs, but have always been by each others side. Today, Walter, Felix and I were by Demond's side as he married his partner!

I am proud of who Demond has become and even more proud that he chose an amazing person to be his wife! She welcomes my family with open arms and for that I am grateful! Kelsy, welcome to our family, thank you for making Demond complete!

There were many parts of the night that were special for me...besides the obvious of course! Seeing my first baby love meet my son made my life happy! Bam Bam was the first baby I fell in love with! He was my right hand man and watching Felix follow him around today was so sweet. Another highlight was Felix falling in LOVE with Kelsy, he looked for her everywhere and only had eyes for her! But the absolute best moment was when Felix couldn't wait any longer to see Uncle Mond so he ran up to him before the ceremony was over. Uncle Mond calmly picked him up and gave him a little hug. It was sweet and I am thankful it didn't ruin their special moment!
I love these two and wish them nothing but happiness! I cannot wait to be an Auntie to your kids!

Busy with Birthdays

We have been busy celebrating birthdays! Walter's sister's birthday starts a whirlwind of birthdays in our family. Trina, Walter, Chris, my mom, my sister, my nephew, Walter's niece, Layton, Walter's baby sister, Walter's, Mama Gloria and Cameron!

I love celebrating our family! We have some amazing lives to celebrate! We were in Stayton the last weekend of August to celebrate Walter and his sister, Trina's birthday. It was a lot of fun. We rode the mule (a golf cart like rig), camped by the creek and fed the cows. The kids had a lot of fun and it is something that I didn't grow up with so it is still very fun for me! On Walter's actual birthday we decorated the house and made him a taco dinner. The kids and I each gave him presents and we ate yummy cake! After the birthday celebration we had an evening of playing at the park. Walter had a lot of fun and got some great gifts. I say this often, but I LOVE his love for family! He is the true family guy! Walter, you are truly amazing in my eyes!

This past weekend we celebrated Layton turning 6! I remember the day he was born! I remember how cute and perfect he was! It has been fun watching him grow up. He is a sweet little boy! After the party we headed to the circus! I know there is a lot of controversy surrounding the circus, but I thought it would be fun for my baby boy. We bought crazy expensive snacks and had a blast! The acrobats and daredevils are mind boggling! I cannot imaging having the courage to do any of that!

Next up is our sweet baby nephew, Satchel turns 3! Time has flown by and I LOVE being a part of his life! I might not be his mommy, but I feel like he is one of mine! I think of him constantly and wish he could be with us all the time!

Love to all the birthday peeps and cannot wait until we celebrate Cameron!

My Best Friends Wedding...well one of my bests!

8/18/2012

I knew from the moment Brandon told me he and Kate crossed paths again, that they were on the road to marriage! I told him, he laughed, but I'm positive deep down inside he was hoping and wishing too.

Brandon called me after he and his mom bought the ring. I cried with pure happiness. I was so excited for him and knew this is exactly what he wanted in life. Brandon ALWAYS wanted to be in a long relationship and he was ALWAYS the most amazing, sweet, loving boyfriend to the girls.
I didn't know Kate very well, but knew if she made my best friend as happy as he is than she must be something pretty special herself. Then I spent time with her at Felix's baby shower and his birthdays, it meant the world.

I cry because I am overjoyed and so proud. I have known Brandon for more than half my life, more than a best friend, he is my family. He was and sometimes is my go to guy for answers and he still is one of my favorite people in this world.

Kate welcome to my family! I am so honored to have been invited yesterday, it was magical! So happy for you two and cannot wait to see what life has in store for you next! Love you both!

5 Years?

The best 5 years! We have done so much together on our journey! Beach trips, California trips, date nights, car searching, Seattle trips, birthday celebrations, adopting our pets, Broadway Theater, Blazer games, house hunting, hospital trips...and the best, my sweet Felix!

Walter and I don't really celebrate an anniversary, but we just know it has been around 5 years. We have built an incredible family together and became each others best friend. We have such a beautiful life and have so much fun together...we read each other like a book, no spoken words necessary!

I remember meeting him for the first time like it was yesterday; what I was wearing, where it took place, his amazing smile and who introduced us. I love you Walter and cannot wait to build a bigger family!

2.5

Felix is two and a half today! My boy is full of life! We had a good morning playing at the park, painting our nails, eating lunch and playing in the pool.

He started eating mac and cheese in the last couple weeks, which is a new food for him. He still likes fruit and cheese. His favorite food of all is Fage, honey yogurt.

Music is still a big part of our daily life. We listen to our iPod or the radio and he dances up a storm. He likes to play along with his drum also. He also just started an art class at the community center. I love the classes there, the young teachers are wonderful. Music Together will start back up in the fall.

His favorite toys right now are his cars and he has quite a collection. The trains are a close second and he loves playing ball. Snowbaby is still #1! He loves that baby so much!

Happy 2.5 years sweet baby love! You are so amazing!

July!

This month has been busy, but we got a lot done.

We have been slowly working on our backyard for months. When we moved in 2.5 years ago it was mostly overgrown weeds. Having a baby, working during the week and wanting to have family time meant our backyard makeover was put on hold. Last Summer we put in a new, bigger patio and made the chicken coop. That meant this Summer was the new grass. A couple weekends ago we rented a rototiller and went to town on our backyard. Walter worked so hard to get it all done. We spent 9 hours one Saturday tilling, raking and planting seed. We have built a fire pit and laid down gravel. It is definitely coming together. Our grass is really growing!

This past weekend we decided to have a garage sale. I had never had one before. Between Walter and I, we have a lot of stuff to get rid of. I sat out there all Saturday w/o many customers. Our neighbors were our big spenders! I didn't get rid of everything, but we made a good chunk of money. By the time Saturday evening rolled around I was exhausted. We had a really long, busy week and I worked my butt off!

I'm really proud of how or backyard is looking and it was all done on our own. It's very rewarding! I knew we were a good team, WRGA!

29 Months

The sentences are clear, new words everyday and with so much expression! He is becoming such a big kid!
Felix has become a little exhibitionist. He goes to his bedroom, shuts the door and reappears with his diaper and pants around his ankles. That was when we decided to try potty training. On Saturday, I took his diaper and pants off, brought his potty chair into the living room and started this new journey! I sat him on the chair, with his water and Little Bear...he used the potty chair!!! Walter and I yelled, hi-fived, hugged...and I teared up! I am so happy to be taking this next step, but it just is a reminder of how fast he is growing up. He used the potty about seven times on Saturday. Sunday he decided to take his own diaper off and try, we were not as successful, but he did use the potty chair multiple times. This morning as we changed his clothes he sat on the chair...and he went! During the week it will be a little harder, but at least we have moved beyond the refusal to sit on the potty chair!
He has quite the personality and loves to be silly. Felix cracks us up and makes some pretty funny faces. He is still a timid little person, but it comes and goes.
He is still picky, but loves his sweet treats! I would say right now he is loving noodles (noonoles) with parmesan cheese. He does like eggs quite a bit and fruit is high up on the list.
He loves the songs "We Are Young" and "I'm Glad You Came" and can sing along with them. He likes to dance around to all types of music. His snow baby is still number one! That baby has seen some brighter days, but man does he love that thing! He likes to run, jump, climb and most of all swing! Another thing we cannot leave the house without are his cars and trains. I try to limit what he brings with us, but somehow we always walk out the door with multiple bags.
We are busy! Walter and I are so proud of the person Felix is becoming, a little sad to say goodbye to our baby boy. It fills my heart knowing that he is a happy, growing child! Love you bigger than all the mountains FRG!