Living Planet Aquarium

The holidays have been great! Scott has had a lot of time off work and we've been able to go do some fun stuff. Last week we went to the aquarium with Addy and Grammy (didn't get any pictures of her for some reason!). Lucy loved all of the exhibits and was running around like a wild woman. Addy was less thrilled, she was a little frightened and apprehensive. Lucy loves having her Grammy and Addy around, when they leave she has a total melt down. She loves her cousin and says 'Addy' frequently. She also ADORES her Grammy. The other day I had Addy and Lucy in the car with me and we were going to meet Grammy for dinner and the whole way there they went back and forth saying "my Grammy", "no, my Grammy". These girls are a hoot together and we are so lucky to have them nearby!

If you are wondering why Lucy frequently wears that odd expression, it is the classic 'Collins cheeser'. When we say 'cheese' she tilts her head up and gives her best cheese face. She just kills me!

Thanksgiving in Colorado

We were able to spend Thanksgiving in Colorado and it was so much fun! It was so relaxing and Lucy loved playing with her cousins. Lucy loved man handling all of the toys and roaming around from upstairs to downstairs. It was so great to see Scott's family, especially Steve, Leslie and Haley, who we don't get to see very much. It was also a nice break because Grandma would watch Lucy for us while we went shopping and to the movies. Thank you Terry and Betty for a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Even Numbers are Better

You may have noticed that my blogging has been somewhat...lackluster lately. It is because I have a little body inside of my taking everything out of me! We are expecting baby #2 next May, one day before Lucy's birthday. I am 16 weeks and it is nice to be out of the first trimester, although I'm as exhausted as ever. I don't remember being this exhausted with Lucy, but I didn't have a little Lucy to take care of then I guess. We are so grateful that Lucy is going to have a little.......
BROTHER!! I had an ultrasound at 14 weeks and it was pretty clear it was a little boy, but I will be glad to confirm it at our 20 week ultrasound. I was so surprised to see a little boy on the screen, I think I naturally assumed it would be a girl. But, I am thrilled nonetheless and I know Scott is EXCITED for his little boy to arrive. Lucy has been enthralled with babies lately and I know she will be a wonderful big sister! We are so blessed to be expanding our family and we can't wait for our little man to arrive!

Lucy's 1st Real Halloween

We spent Halloween with some of our favorite people! We had pizza for dinner and then went trick or treating.It was Lucy's first time trick or treating and she loved it. She would say 'thank you' at every door. We had a Minnie Mouse, kitty and two skeletons, we had an awesome time!

Cornbelly's

A couple of weeks ago we went to Cornbelly's with the Wilkins. Porter and Lucy are so adorable together and I love the picture where they are looking at each other. We love these guys and we are so glad to have them as our friends!

Happy Birthday Addy!

My niece, Addy Bean, turned 2 last month! We had a Minnie Mouse party for her at our house, complete with a pinata! We love this girl so much and we're so glad she lives nearby.

Welcome baby girl Kelsey Jayne

My very good friend, Marye, had her baby girl today! I am so happy for her and her little family. This little peanut was 4 lbs 10 oz, she is the smallest little princess I've ever seen! We love this little family dearly and are so glad little Kelsey is here!

Baby Gymnastics

We have been taking Lucy to gymnastics class at a nearby gym. It is a blast! Both Scott and I participate with Lucy and it is such a great family activity. The pictures below are from when Scott couldn't come and Addy & Jess came instead.

Visit from Papa and Grandma Lei

A couple of weeks ago we were lucky to have Dad and Lei come visit us. We did so many fun things and we just love having them here. Addy and Lucy just adore them and we wish they lived closer!