Frosty

came in the form of Caleb today. We bundled him up so much he could hardly see out of his hat most of the time. A walk over to the school where Daddy went as a boy so Caleb could get in his early training on the running track. To be honest, I'm not sure how Caleb managed to walk around at all. Ya know how when you tip a cow over and it can't get back up. We were walking with a baby calf today (but a very cute one)...




what are they doing to me mom?
despite what it looks like, i promise this stroller does hold 40 pounds and caleb is only 28.
dave's elementary school


sorry dave. i couldn't help myself. gotta love the hat hair :)
We love you Caleb. Such a little ham bone! If I could squeeze those rosy cheeks all day long and smother them with kisses I would. Oh wait, I kinda do already!

I've lost count, but...

I think the number is six. 3 trims + 3 buzz cuts in Caleb's 14 months of life. That's averaging about one every couple months. Got to keep him looking his finest.

Science Center in Newport

Last time I took Caleb to the aquarium in Monterey he wasn't all that into it. This time, he was all over the place. We took him to the science center in Newport. His time there consisted of: Walking back and forth between the fish tanks, following the fish around with his hand, and dipping his fingers in the water while trying to touch the fish. It was oh so much fun. He's finally getting the hang of this 'walking' thing. Is there anything cuter than a little toddler falling on his tushy and getting right back up and waddling on over? Nope, didn't think so.

Cousins for Caleb

What happens when you put an 8 month old and two one year old tots in the same room at the same time. Lots and lots of play, but usually not with each other. Lots and lots of toys in the mouth and lots of lots of babbles and movement. It's so fun to have 3 cousins all born within a year of each other :)

Twas' the night before christmas...

and all through the house. not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse...

Celebrating Christmas this year was made all the more joyful through the eyes of our child. Caleb started to get the hang of the 'unwrapping' of gifts thing. So much so, that he thought it was his job to unwrap not just his gifts, but everyones' gift as well. Isn't that so nice of him?

A Christmas Tradition

Before I begin, let me just pause, stare, and smile big, cause this picture makes me happy every single time I look at it.


At the end of a day spent filling the house with sweet smells of Christmas cookies, the best thing to do is kick up our feet in warm pjs and cuddle up with a good movie. Aw. Sweet Christmas Traditions. Sometimes exhausting but oh so worth it!! 3 Days and counting till we celebrate the Birth of our Savior Jesus Christ.

picture taken by nani with her phone (what phones can do these days) and of course, wild guess where the hat came from...

Cause He is the Reason...

A little inspiration from one of my favorite blogs.

A little something in the midst of this Christmas season.

Rainy Days

Are sometimes my favorite days. Especially during the Christmas Season since we don't get snow around here. Spending the days cozy inside, playing with Caleb, reading a good book, cuddling with my hubs, relaxing, and baking warm treats. That is how we spent our weekend and it was glorious! Happy Rainy Monday :)

these photos were found on google images

For my Caleb

I HOPE YOU'LL ALWAYS KNOW...

How much I love being able to stay home with you everyday, even on hard days and the tiring days, the great days make everyday worth it How much I love you; when you're happy or sad, excited or mad. I love everything about you.
How I'll always be here; to hold your hand, and to let you go and watch you as you find you're own way too.
How much I love those dimples of yours. Just like Daddy's. How much I love laughing with you and sharing special moments, just the two of us.
I HOPE YOU'LL ALWAYS KNOW CALEB.

And I can't not give credit to my amazing and talented sister who woke up with the sun (and Caleb) and then snapped away with her camera to capture some moments.

Sisters

It's a special week...because my sister is here for the entire week! And we're having so much fun. Of course with all that fun comes very few pictures because I keep forgetting my camera. So I put up a couple old ones.

There's just something about watching your own sister be an auntie to your child. There's nothing like that bond. I get a smile that grows from the inside out every time I listen to them in the other room playing together, Jenny usually singing a song to Caleb and Caleb humming back and babbling. I like to peek in and watch without them knowing. It is always so special when I get one of my sisters all to myself while they are on break. It makes for some very special memories. Starbucks, shopping, long walks, playing on the floor with Caleb, dinners, movie night in with popcorn and chocolate, and lots and lots of laughs! I love my sisters :)

Tis the Season

Nativity Scenes, Christmas Carols, Lights, Trees, Candles, Family, Baked Sweets, Prayers, Giving, Magic. All to Celebrate our Savior's coming. I love the Christmas season.
Today was Christmas Tree picking day. It was extra special because Grandpa G was there. Caleb didn't know what to make of it all. Big trees everywhere, a sleigh ride, Santa, and a playground. It was a fun day!
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