Beautiful Weather = Lots of Fun!

Wow! The weather has been very nice since the ice/snow storm. We were so ready to get outside. Sunday Parker and I had a mommy/son date. We ventured to the mall first which turned out to be a lot of fun for him. He cruised along in the stroller at first and then ran along side for a few. He was cracking him self up as he ran. When we got home we played outside.Parker watched me pull weeds and tried to imitate me and then eat the dirt. He loved running up and down the sidewalk and driveway utill he was so tired it was nap time. After nap, we ventured back outside to swing and pick up acorns. I love these times we have together...they create so many good memories!

Linus is Parker's nickname! He can't go anywhere now without his blanket!Exhausted from playing outside..

Happy Valentine's Day! Mom bought me a balloon and I loved dragging it around the house.

What could it be?

Our sweet little Parker has been a little terror lately. He wakes up at 5:30 or 6am and isn't his good little listener self. He likes to climb on the elliptical and play with plugs which are two big no no's. Is it the new baby on the way? Is it teething?

I have read online that baby's/toddlers know when a sibling is on the way and that they rebel against the mother. Wouldn't surprise me being that it all started about the time we broke the news to him a week ago. Do I really deserve this?? I'm giving him a little brother or sister. He should be happy! He will have someone else to play with. OK so maybe he doesn't see it my way right now but hopefully he will love being a Big Brother!

So if it is teething then I hope there are at least 5 teeth coming in. He hasn't cut a tooth since November so he is due for a couple more at least.

Snow Day #4

Today was day number four of being stranded in the house. It all started Tuesday with freezing rain, sleet and snow. Last night we got an additional 4 inches of snow which was perfect to play in. The snowman building didn't go so well though! Parker did very well in it. There was no crying just lots of smiles. This was his 2nd snow but his first that actually stuck to the ground.

Day #1: So cold...the high was in the teens!
Day #4: 4 inches of snow and we are now in the 20's for a high!
Parker has 3 layers of clothes on. I didn't want my little baby to get cold or sick.


I am very thankful for this time at home. It always seems like we are going somewhere so I didn't mind staying at home even though I had to work. We all got some quality time together because Todd was off work Today and yesterday.

Kisses for the Baby

Today the weather was frigid. We woke up with sleet and snow on the ground. Todd had to go to work but Parker and I were able to stay home in the warmth of our home. The weatherman says its going to be a COLD night with temperatures in the single digits...brrrr! Too cold for this mama.

While working at home and enjoying some time with Parker, I pointed to my belly telling him that the "baby" is in there. After several times of me telling him that he proceeded to give my tummy kisses. It was a great feeling even if he didn't know what he was doing. Hopefully he will give his brother/sister lots of kisses when he/she arrives!

"I'm Going To Be a Big Brother"

Wow! Parker's Birthday is only a month away and baby number two is already in the oven! Todd and I have suspected for the past week and finally took a test Saturday, January 29th and I went to the Dr today for a blood test. We have decided to wait until Parker's birthday Party to tell anyone. I am horrible at keeping secrets so this will be tough but well worth it. I can't wait to see the look on their faces :o)

We told Parker Sunday morning when he woke up. He didn't understand a word I said but it was a very special moment. I have many fears about the new babies arrival. The biggest being Parker's reaction. I sure hope he is a loving big brother and not resentful.

11 Month Birthday

Parker is officially in the home stretch to his first birthday...28 days and counting! This weekend we met Megan and the girls and rode the Forest Park Miniature Train and took Parker's Birthday pictures. I will not be posting these pictures yet as it would ruin the surprise! I will tell you he looked like the cutest little engineer I've ever seen! He was very excited to ride the train but a very tired boy who passed out shortly after getting into the car!

I am very excited about his party and hope it's a huge success! We look forward to seeing everyone.

To Eat or Not to Eat...that is the question!!

Todd and I having a really hard time with Parker at meal time lately. The things he liked yesterday may not be exactly what he wants today. Today at lunch I opted for letting him feed himself. I started out with some mac n cheese, peaches and pizza. He only ate the peaches so I added some kiwi, brisket, cheese tortilla and pears to the mix. He loved the kiwi and brisket but left everything else. I just don't understand him sometimes! Here is a sequence of events as he ate.

Before...


During...yummy!And After....