23 Months

Its hard to believe where time really goes.  It seems like yesterday Adam was born and now, next month at this time he will be 2.

 Not an infant anymore, but my little toddler.  Time sure flies when you aren't looking.  At 23 months Adam is saying more and more words, its fun talking to him because he is really starting to get what you are saying and understanding things.  He loves big trucks especially when we are driving in the car, everytime we pass a big semi Adam yells "WOW".

 He also loves talking on mommy and daddy's phone, whether it be grandma, grandpa, momma, daddy, or lately his aunts, uncles and cousins he loves walking around talking to you, and is really upset when you take the phone back.

I have also found that this is the age where they really test your patience.  you can definitely tell that Adam has reached what some people call the "terrible 2's" and its a month early.  He likes to play with all his friends at daycare, but sometimes he starts bugging them by taking away their toys, or hiding their nooks:)  I know he means no harm but sometimes he can be quite the little stinker:)  He's even had a time out or 2 which is a first for him:) 

Adam my sweet little buddy you are such a cute little guy and a great big brother, these past 23 months have been so much fun seeing you learn new things and grow, I know this is just the beginning and I can wait to see what else is in store for you as the years go by.  We love you little buddy:)

Long Overdue Update

I admit I am terrible at keeping up with adding posts to my blog....I guess having 2 small boys will do that to you.  Anyway I thought that since I was loading pictures onto the computer I would load some on my blog too. 

Critter Loving his Jump a Roo, now that he has the hang of it.

Adam loves to have Critter come and snuggle with him in his crib:)

Happy St. Patrick's Day:)

Adam and his new Ball to play outside with!

That's all for now!  I promise I am going to start getting back into updating this more often than I have been!

Diabetes Walk

On Saturday we got up really early in the morning to go out to Mall of America to do the JDRF walk.  We joined the Determan/Dickson family as Becky's daughter Lily
has Diabetes. 

 This is the 2nd year Adam and I have done it, and the first year for Dan and Christopher.  It was great to see so many people out walking for such a great cause.

 After walking 2 laps around the mall it was breakfast time.  We thought that since we walked so much and burned off so many calories we needed to refuel with some great breakfast.  And since we are already in the south metro, we could make the treck down to CrackerBarrel in Lakeville.(the one and only in MN)  Our breakfast was beyond fantastic....very much worth the trip.

We were so happy to be able to join "Legs for Lily" this year
once again, and we look forward to next year!

Valentine's

We had a very nice Valentine's Day this year. This has been our 4th Valentine's day together (3rd as a married couple). We joined Pat and Lindsey at Kozlack's in Shorevew once again this year. The last 2 years we have made it a double date which has been very nice. The Filets were to die for, a wonderful treat. I am very fortunate to have such a wonderful husband. Dan I am very lucky to have you:)

First Tooth!!!

Christopher cut his first tooth yesterday!

8 months old:)

President's Day Fun!

With today being President's Day, and me working in the financial industry I was fortunate to have the day off. So we decided to meet Rita, Jenny, and Mindy and kids at McDonalds to play in the playland. This was Adam and Christopher's first time in the playland, and they had an absolute blast!

Adam loved playing with his cousin's in the tubes and slides. Mike and Kristin and their kids ended up coming to McDonald's too so all 10 of Adam and Christopher's cousins were there to play. We played, had lunch, and came home! Chrstopher although too little to play on the slides enjoyed just hanging out with mom and the adults.

 It was a great way to spend some quality time with the boys and just have fun!

Pictured above are Adam and some of his cousins left to right Tim, Kaylee, Tony, Trae,and Adam

Jared Allen

My sister in law Mindy has had this huge crush on Jared Allen from the Vikings all season, and I never really understood why.....after watching this video I completely understand! This is for you Mindy:) Follow the Link to see what I mean...

http://www.acslater.com/