A Busy Birthday!

It's been such a fun day, and it's not over yet!!

He found his present and a balloon as we were leaving for school!!


He just couldn't stop grinning!! It was so fun to watch him this year!! He completely understood that this was HIS special day!!


The birthday cake was waiting when we arrived at school! He took mini-cupcakes to share with his friends at snack time. I picked them both up a little early, and we headed to the park for a picnic and play time with some friends. He had a BLAST, but was a tired little guy on the ride home!!


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Happy 2nd Birthday, Reed!

I'm having a hard time believing
that my baby boy is turning TWO!! He is still my little snuggle bunny, but his personality is growing by leaps and bounds!

He wants to be outside every second of the day!! Dirt, rocks, dump trucks, 4 wheelers...you name it!! He is ALL boy!!


Daddy is already teaching him how to wash all the vehicles!


He LOVES his sunglasses!! Add a sippy and a cup of snacks, and it just doesn't get any better!


Just chillin' on the new deck when all of a sudden, he discovered his pocket!


The first thing he says after his nap is, "Go outside?" He makes his way to the patio, even if he is still a little groggy!


Too cool on his tractor!!


He loves to be with his big sister! Although they fuss and fight, they are becoming great buddies!!


Shortly after they dyed their eggs, they decided to "hatch" them and enjoy an afternoon snack!!


After a day at the zoo, these two sure are glad to have a hand to hold!!


Reed, you are the firecracker of our family and we wouldn't trade a single spark!! We love you to pieces!! Happy 2nd Birthday, Bubby!!


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Gardening!

After a successful trial of gardening in pots, we decided it was time to start a "real garden." We picked out the site with the perfect amount of sun, and Eric got busy cutting boards!






I got my workout for the day while digging up weeds and prepping the site.


After a trip to Home Depot for some great dirt, we were ready for planting!! We are expecting a bumper crop of radishes, green onions, lettuce, carrots, green beans, and spinach. Edee insisted we plant corn but we're a little skeptical! We also have blackberries, jalapeños, strawberries, asparagus, and an avocado tree planted in other places throughout the yard.


Edee & Reed are just about ready to join the lawn maintenance crew!!


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In the news!!!

Eric & Edee made the local paper! Pictured with them from left to right: Zach & Mackenzie, Bryan & Mackenzie, Eric & Edee! They're famous!! ;-) Bring on the paparazzi!!


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OH...What a night!

Edee could barely contain her excitement on Saturday!! She has been waiting for weeks to attend the annual Daddy/Daughter Valentine's dance!!


She let me blow dry AND use a curling iron on her hair!! That is a first! I gave her a little gold locket that I cherished as a little girl, and she looked like a doll in her new dress from G-Ma and Paw-Paw!!


Her date looked exceptionally handsome! It is hard to believe that it's been almost 10 years since he first wore that tux on our wedding day!!


Upon entering the dance, Edee received a corsage and had her picture taken with Daddy. After enjoying some pizza and salad, it was time to hit the dance floor for the Chicken Dance!!


There were many dances, games and even a conga line with our friends, Mr. Zack and Kenzie!


When Daddy saw his little lady cuddled up with her coat, he knew it was time to call it a night! Each girl received a box of candy as they left. When Edee accepted her treat, she politely asked, "Can I please have one for my brother?"


She ended the night cuddled up in our bed watching Charlie Brown's Valentine Special. She was exhausted but would never admit it!!


Wishing you a Valentine's Day that is all you've dreamed up and more!!
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Love is in the Air!

Edee & Reed had Valentine's Day parties at school on Friday afternoon. Daddy was back and accompanied Edee to her classroom! She wore her "Daddy's Girl" shirt and was not about to let him out of her sight!! They had lots of yummy treats!!


They exchanged Valentines and munched on plenty of candy!!


Reed was happy to get his hands on a Capri Sun!


You can't see his shirt but it says, "Mama's Boy!" THAT is for sure!!


Reed and his ladies are always side by side! These three cuties were together last year, too. They are three peas in a pod!


Edee joined us just before we all headed home.


Love and kisses!!
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While Daddy is Away...

Eric headed to Austin today for a technology conference, so we have to make do without our Daddy for a few days! Edee chose to nap with every stuffed animal she owns! I think she needed a little extra love!


I made tuna casserole for dinner since Daddy is not a fan! Edee ate two bowls full and Reed had three!!


We dropped Reed off with our good friend, Jamie, and headed for dance class.


Edee received her recital costume tonight and was mesmerized by the sight of such a beautiful ballerina!!


"You mean it even has a butterfly hair clip??"


I could eat her up!! She is such a precious joy!!!


Meanwhile, Brother was enjoying "second dinner" at Jamie's! I'm also happy to report that he never mentioned my name! He had a ball and had no trouble going to sleep when we came home!


I can only imagine how many times I will be asked over the next few days, "Where's Daddy?"
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Corn, cookies and campers!

My little ones LOVE their corn on the cob!! Edee is especially fond of it! Here she is in her typical "CHEEEZ" pose!


Reed follows her lead for awhile but ultimately gives his over to Edee!


We received a new supply of Nonna's special Snickerdoodle cookies!! Hooray!! (Clearly, Elkee is a big fan!)


Reed's favorite activity these days is climbing all over Mommy in the living room chairs! He likes to stand on the edge of the foot rest while it is extended and says, "Ready?" Then, he launches himself at me in one swift move! He's ALL boy!!


We bought the kids this little tent for Christmas and we set it up inside from time to time. They love it!! We moved it to Edee's room one night and she slept in it! I can see many fun times for these two in this little shelter!


Edee was also practicing her blow gun skills!! I guess it could become a makeshift hunting blind!!


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Fireman Party

We had a BIG time at Cameron's party on Saturday! He is in Edee's class and his mom is an awesome member of my team at school! Her husband is a fireman and also sells fire trucks, so he was able to bring one home for the party!


The kids were able to take a ride through the neighborhood with lights and sirens blaring!


Brian also hooked up the hose so everyone could have a turn spraying!


Reed even had to get in on the action!!


Of course, we had to pose for pictures on the truck! It was still running and Reed was a little uneasy about the vibrations!





Sara created this adorable cake to top off a fabulous day of fireman fun!!


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