Christmas 2013

Christmas was wonderful, but very busy.  We had a such a great time watching Wes's excitement and just being together with family.

One of my favorite memories this year, was lighting the JOY advent candle at church with my family and singing Labor of Love with Jonny at church.  It's such a beautiful song and was even more special singing it as I felt my little boy move inside.

So, here is Christmas 2013 in pictures...

Started off with meeting Santa Clause the weekend after Thanksgiving.

Then we decorated our home and enjoyed lots of Christmas movies.


We celebrated Christmas just the 3 of us on Christmas Eve morning.

His new bed!

His new suitcase for trips to grandma and grandpa's

Then we headed up North to spend a short time with Jonny's family.

Don't let her fool ya, she's really in control of those 2

Check out that smile

 

Then we headed back down to spend some time with my family.



"helping" Drew

Wes LOVES Jake

giving baby Hannah something to drink



Christmas snuggles with Daddy


What a wonderful Christmas we had!

Growing...

Surprise! This post isn't about Wes. :) 

Just a few pics of our growing family.  This pregnancy has gone so fast.  Probably because I'm trying to keep up with a 2 year old, a full-time job, and still keep the house somewhat clean.  Oh and cook dinner...occasionally. 

These are professional pictures we had taken back in mid October by the amazing Blue Hollow Photography.  She did an incredible job with an almost 2 year old little boy.  I was about 24 weeks pregnant in these pics.

 

 

Here are some baby bump pics

 

Jonny's Birthday (31 weeks)

33 weeks



Only about 5 weeks until we get to meet our baby boy.  I'm ready to be done being pregnant, but not quite organized or set up for baby yet.  So...on that note, I better go pack a hospital bag!

And the moral of the story is....ready or not, here comes baby boy #2!

TWO

Well Wes is officially 2 years old.  It doesn't quite seem possible, but he definitely reminds us that he is 2 and quite independent.  We love seeing how quickly Wes grows and changes.  He learns something new everyday and his personality is really starting to "shine".

We enjoyed a small, low-key birthday party.  He had his grandparents, some cousins, and aunts and uncles come help him celebrate.  Oh, and his buddy Jackson.  The party was a "transportation" theme, as Wes is really into cars, planes, trains, trucks, etc.  We had pizza (his favorite), fruits and veggies, and of course cake and ice cream.

It was fun to watch Wes enjoy opening presents this year.  It took a while because he wanted to play with each toy rather than opening another gift.

Yo ho ho

Look out! Wes is on the road!

Can't believe he's already 2!

Still got mom's sweet tooth.

Wes at 2 years old:

• Is a talker! Some our favorite phrases: "mommy/daddy, where are you?", "you coming?", "you ok?", "I don't want it", and "I Wesley!"
• still a pretty good sleeper, but ever since daylight savings time he wakes up an hour earlier than he used to.
• is about to move to toddler bed
• not a fan of getting his diaper changed, but does like to "help" wipe
• wears 24 month or 2T clothes
• Weighs 26 pounds
• still loves baths, but is also a fan of showers
• loves music and shows that have music
• favorite shows: little Einsteins, Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Sofia the First, Jake and the Neverland Pirates
• makes frequent trips to time-out for hitting or disobeying (running from mommy when she says "come here")
• gives hugs and kisses, when he wants to
• likes to play on my iPad and impresses me with how quickly he learns how to do things
• can count to 10, with help
• is very active: loves to run, jump, climb, wrestle with/on daddy
• has mastered the "pouty" face
• developed a scowl like his mommy's
• continues to make us smile, laugh, and oh so happy

     

Thanksgiving is exhausting

serious cuteness

Wes, you continue to grow into such a sweet and ornery little boy.  We can't wait to see you as a big brother and look forward to all that the next year brings.  We love you!