Okay, I'm Old!

My birthday was the day after Thanksgiving. I got up way too early and went shopping with my mom and sister. I spent the rest of the day at home with my kids, husband, and mom. That night, Andy threw a surprise party for me. I was truely surprised! Spending time with family and friends was a great way to ring in a new decade!

When I was younger, 30 seemed extremely ancient. Now that I'm here, it's really not that bad. I've been married 8 1/2 years, have 2 sweet kids, drive a van and own a home...guess I can't really be 22 anymore!

Andy and Hudson baked me a strawberry cake with chocolate frosting. They decorated the top with an entire bottle of sprinkles and fancy candles. It was delicious!

Thanksgiving 2009

Hope your family had a nice Turkey Day!

We have so many things to be thankful for! When you're raising little ones, it's easy to take things for granted and forget to say thank you for the blessings in your life. This time of year is a gentle reminder to count every small thing and to think of how blessed you really are!

We spent Thanksgiving in Powers Lake with my mom and Kara. We had a nice, relaxing holiday and definitely had plenty to eat!

Elf Yourself

These are probably the funniest things I've seen in a LONG time! In one, we are dancing, and the other we are singing and dancing. You have to try it with your pictures!
www.elfyourself.jibjab.com

Too darn funny!!

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

Send your own ElfYourself eCards

Baby Steps

We've got a walker!!

*wink*

I was taking a couple pictures of Delaney one afternoon when she woke up with CrAZy bed head! Since she was in her crib and couldn't crawl away from me, I tried to get a video of her winking. Love her tricks! Now, I need to get a video of her newest trick - walking!! As of last weekend, she's a girl on the go! :)

Delaney is One!!

Delaney turned one on November 5th! Can't even begin to describe how fast this year has flown by!! We had her party on the following Saturday. What a fun day!

We ordered her a ladybug cake and it was about the cutest thing I've ever seen. And, it was super yummy! The bakery also made us a small cake for Delaney to dig into. I made a banner for her and ordered balloons. It's not a party if you don't have balloons!! :)



Wow, was our little girl ever spoiled! Thank you so much to all of our family for the nice gifts for Delaney! Baby dolls, clothes, art supplies, ect...she's loving all of them!



Even though the cake was so good, the birthday girl was not a huge fan. She didn't like how the frosting and cake felt on her fingers. When she'd get some on her, she'd wave her hand around until it flew off. She did love the cake, as long as someone fed it to her. I ended up cutting small pieces for her and that was a little better. Nobody should cry while eating birthday cake!!



Still can't believe she's 1!! Delaney is such a blessing. Even though she can be a demanding little turkey and a bit dramatic, we love her so very much! Can't imagine our family without her!

HAPPY 1ST BIRTHDAY, BABY GIRL!!

Favorite Halloween Pictures :)

Hudson got this spider from a grandma of a girl who comes to my daycare. He REALLY enjoyed scaring mommy and daddy with it, and of course, we played it up to amuse him!! :) This picture makes me smile, even though it's a bit creepy!


Our carved pumpkins. Andy and I have carved pumpkins every year since we first were married. The funny face was carved for Delaney since she has 4 teeth right now. Hudson picked out the bat. I carved the third one just so it wouldn't go to waste. Next year, we're only getting 2!


Our family! We took advantage of Halloween being on a Saturday and took the kids to Powers Lake. It was such fun to trick-or-treat at the houses I went to when I was small. We had a lot of fun! And, I think Grandma Diane enjoyed our company. :)


I cannot believe how much candy Hudson and Delaney got in a short time!! I froze everything I could...probably won't run out of treats until next Halloween!!

Pumpkin Carving

We carved two of our pumpkins a couple days before Halloween. I carved a funny face for Delaney and Andy carved a bat for Hudson.


All ready!

Right after this picture, Hudson said, "I don't like guts!" He is so funny! :)

As you can see, Delaney was a bit scared when her pumpkin was next to her. This is the best shot I have. She kept trying to slap it away!

Hudson loved his pumpkin!!

Guess it's okay if it's not too close! :)

Geez, no wonder I'm tired!

Delaney is constantly moving! I don't think she even stays still while sleeping! Now that she's cruising along the furniture, I don't think it'll be long and she'll be walking. Daddy practices with her every day. She has no fear and throws herself wherever she's trying to go...just lacking a little in the balance department! :)

Grayson Parker is here!

Our great nephew, Grayson, was born this morning at 1:09am!
We can't go visit him yet...dang H1N1...no visitors on the maternity floor except the daddy. :(
Can't wait to hold that perfect little man!
Congratulations, Jason and Alison!!

Grandma & Grandpa's Halloween Party!

Grandma and Grandpa Lach had their annual Halloween party for all the grandkids last weekend. What a fun time!! Andy was out of town this year for a football playoff game, so I stayed and helped out with the kids...man, was I ever tired after it was over! Thank you Grandma and Papa for such a wonderful party!


All the cousins (except Eric and the 4 who live in Minnesota).
Our two are the ducky and Spiderman. :)


freeze dance

pass the pumpkin

Delaney needed a snack and got some alone time with her Papa.

Grandma and Grandpa with the crew!

The kids get Halloween t-shirts as prizes every year. So cute!

frosting Halloween cookies

What a cheeseball! :)

Hudson's cookies

Can't wait for next year's party!

Mmmmm!

Discovered the joy of chocolate chip cookies! YUMMY!

Fourth Tooth!!

Friday, October 9th, Delaney's top right tooth FINALLY decided to make an appearance! She's turning into our little jack-o-lantern!

So Not Ready!!

Yes, that right...
S.N.O.W.
We woke up to this on October 9th.
It's just not right!!




It didn't stick around long since the ground is warm. But, it's still fluttering down on us! Darn you, North Dakota weather! I want August back!!

Third Tooth!!

Last Friday, Delaney got her top left front tooth! The right one looks like it'll be through any day now! Bring on the corn on the cob!!

MSU Homecoming Parade

Minot State had their homecoming on September 26th. We went to the parade that morning. It was a beautiful day! Hudson had fun collecting candy and other fun treats. Delaney even got her own bag and got some goodies to put in it.

Hudson was shown on the news that night. He looked so sweet standing there watching the floats and bands pass by. Can't believe how grown up he is suddenly!

We had such a fun morning!!

Should I be concerned??

A couple nights ago, Hudson asked to wear a barette and bracelets.





Then, he said he needed to dance to beautiful music.



I don't think Daddy thought it was as cute as I did. Just after he started dancing, he took off the bracelets and decided it was time to play football.

Such a funny boy!!!!

Another Blog

If anyone is interested, I've started a blog for my daycare.

www.kidsatkims.blogspot.com

Goodbye, Summer. :(

Next Tuesday is the first day of Autumn.
Why is it that summer is over so quickly??!!?
Don't get me wrong. I do love many things about Fall, but I know it's just one step closer to snow. I am so not ready for winter!!


Goodbye cute swimsuit with swim diaper peeking out.



Goodbye t-ball games.

Goodbye cold drinks out of the hose.

Goodbye flowers.

Goodbye rides down the twisty slide.

Goodbye walking hand in hand through the zoo.

Goodbye walks in the stroller.

Goodbye Summer, please come back soon!!