Been a while!?!

I haven't blogged in over a year...guess that tells you how busy it has been around here. Having 2 kids as rocked my world, in a good way! I will update and post pics as soon as at least one of them goes down for a nap :)

Kadence and Krista at 6 months

I thought I would post a couple of 6 month pictures of Kadence to compare to Krista who is 6 days away from being 6 months old.

My Girls

I can't believe how big Krista has gotten in the last few weeks. She is sitting up, eating solids twice a day, babbling at us, and showing off her fun personality. Kadence is getting far too big. She talkes like a little adult. She is showing interest in reading and writing ( I am not encouraging it....I am not ready!!). Kady is a wonderful big sister who loves making Krista laugh, but she also has a new favorite pass time.....LETS WAKE UP THE BABY!

Here are some fairly recent pics of my two favorite girls....

Goodbye Pacifier

My Mom called me at work today to let me know that Kadence will no longer be taking her paci to bed with her. They were working on a craft and my Mom noticed "That the fine print said that little girls couldn't do this if they still slept with a paci". Kadence quickly agreed that she must be too big for a paci and they needed to do something about it. My Mom let her know that they should box up all the paci's and draw pictures to say goodbye. Then they wrote a letter to the toy company to let them know that Kady is now big enough to do their crafts. She also wanted to know if she was now big enough for Gator Golf and Flipping Frogs....two games I have put off buying due to the mess they will make! Grandma let her know that if she could make it through the week without her paci's then she could go to the store and get the games. Kady asked if they would let her buy them, Mom told her that they would have gotten her letter by then and that they would know she was a big girl now!!! I can't believe she did this without me, but I couldn't be happier. I know she is trying to help, but I hope she is ready to help tonight when I can't get Kady to sleep!!! lol Kadence has been ready for a while to give them up , I just haven't been ready for the battle. I GUESS I AM NOW!!!!

Friends

I had the pleasure of spending most of my weekend with two of my very best friends....we had a blast. Friday night was spent on the wii with a few beers, and Saturday evening we were bowling and playing games at Main Event. Even though it was Valentines Day and Chad and I were supposed to be spending quality time together we had much more fun seeing our "family". We had a child free weekend and used up every minute of it. Movies, shopping, friends, and quality time. I couldn't ask for more....well maybe a three day weekend like everyone else :)
Just wanted to take a moment to reflect on how lucky I am. Great husband, fantastic friends, and Grandparents who take the kiddo's so that I can have a adult weekend!

He did it....

Just a quick note to let everyone know that your prayers paid off. Chad starts a new job at JP Morgan Chase on Monday!! We are all very thankful for this opportunity and I know Chad can't wait to get back to work. Everything about this new job sounds great, hours, salary, chances for bonus and overtime....We are truly blessed. In celebration he took Kadence out for a Daddy day. The went to Toys R Us and bought a butterfly treehouse (catapillers not included). They then went to lunch at Kady's favorite place....Wendy's. Next was a secret mission .... something was painted somewhere.... that's all the info I have (three year olds are not so good with secrets). Finally they ended their outing with a trip to get some icecream. Once they got home Kadence was a sleepy mess. She barly took and nap and was a holy terror that evening!!! None of that matters since she got to have a day with Daddy. I am thankful that he has had this time with his girls.....but it is time to get back to work!!!

Best Teacher Ever.....

I am so lucky to have Sidney in my life. She teaches Kadence while I go and teach other peoples children all day (that sounds strange?). Kadence loves going to school with her friends and Ms. Sidney. She has loved it since the first day! Sidney takes wonderful care of her, puts up with her when she gets a little sassy, and has taught her so many wonderful things. Not to mention she helped potty train her!! Sidney is not only a teacher she is a great friend, and part of our family. She is a wonderful mother to SIX beautiful children. I look up to her as a Mom. She is amaizing. To top it off she is caring and sympathetic to her students and parents needs. Sidney has been so kind to us and is even trying to help us through our tough time right now. I have learned from her that no matter how tough times are in your own house, there is time to help others in need also. Sidney I can't imagine my life without you and I look forward to having you as part of our family in the years to come. You may lose Kadence next year (she is starting big girl school) but you are gaining my other bundle of joy. I wouldn't leave her with anyone else.

You Rock! (just incase no one has told you today)

WE LOVE YOU TONS!!!!