Happy New Years Eve :) Bring on 2011!!

What a better way to celebrate bringing in the New Year...

but with 75 degree weather...

at a beautiful park.

Cheese-dogs...

baby swinging...

and a little nature trail walking.

THIS, is what I'm all about.

It's what I love about living in a tropical area...

it's why I'm so addicted to the sunshine, I can't function without it.

(no really, I tried).

There can just never be too many, of these days. Ever.

&

I'm pretty sure this lil guy agrees....
Jordan, I promise, one day when you can say, "push me mommy!"...
I will push you until my arm feels like it's gonna fall off.
Because you deserve that.

I will always explore with you...

We will stop to see the fishies...
and take in the colors of the leaves...

We will search for the biggest birdies...

and enjoy the brightest skies...

We will get your high chair full of sand because it's just an object and can be replaced.

Nothing can replace making you happy, and forming memories.

We will take time to enjoy nature.

To appreciate life, and all it has to offer.

And when it feels like it's not offering enough...

we will remember to appreciate what God has given us.. and make the best out of every moment.

Gamma & Grampy will always be there for you too.

As will your Grammy & Grumpa Roberts.

We will visit every little peak and hideaway in natures map that we can possibly reach.

We will continue to teach daddy not to sweat the small stuff....

and he will always be able to make you laugh like no one else can.

We love daddy.

When we're feeling down, we will go outside, and soak up some free happiness.

All the Vitamin D you need.

Right outside of your doorstep.

2011 is a fresh start.

Because 2010 was sure a rough year...

but it gave us YOU. :)

And for that, we can't be mad at 2010.

I have big plans for this year.

And nothing will get in my way.

And when I feel like I want to give up...

I will look outside.

And we will leave our troubles inside.

Go play.

Be kids.

Be positive.

And smile.

It's going to be a good year.

To all of my family and dear friends...

We love you all.

<3>

New Years Eve, Eve.

Remember this?!?!

Well, I finally. FINALLY.

Finished it.

:)
we like it.

a lot.
It's the simple things....
This, empty formula jar...
+
A sheet of scrapbook paper...
+
Mod Podge..
+
Yarn....

=

The perfect little container for little man's sidewalk chalk..

bubbles...

rocks...

bugs...

and whatever else these little boys will collect,

while exploring the outdoors.

One for Jordan..

(name to be added to jar next)..

and one for his buddy, Mr. Lennon James.

:)

Complete with sidewalk chalk, inside.

G-Nite.

Christmas. Part II.

Christmas Day.

After opening Santa's gifts.. we packed up, and headed over to gamma & grampy's house..

for round 2, of gift opening.

I wasn't sure he'd understand the concept of this little sports station they got him, but he actually did great with the basketball hoop!
With a little encouragement and help, he had it down in no time.

I think this will be his favorite toy.

e-s-c-a-p-i-n-g.

This picture was takin before Christmas. I snuck it in with these because I love it.

He chases us all over gamma's house.

Candle Light Service @ Calvary Chapel.

I only wish I could have snapped a picture during the actual lighting ceremony. It was beautiful.

Jordan loved it.

He was SO well behaved, and we were so proud of him.

He was clapping his hands as the soloists sang...

smiling..

and taking it all in.

After the ceremony, we all went to my cousin's house for a big dinner, and celebration.

The 2 babies of the family.. Jordan and Daniel...

Daniel decided he wated to give Jordan a kiss.... lol..

And so did the doggy....

and they played...

and boys were boys.

back to Christmas morning.....

The Eagles banner I ordered, had framed, and distressed...

(Hey, if you have to have sports stuff hanging in your living space, when your husband doesn't have a 'man cave'... why not make it presentable. Lets face it, most sports memorablia is tacky looking, and I frequently cringe when I see people TRY to make it flow with their decor).

He's happy. I'm happy. LOL

Part of our out-door fun, kit.

BUBBLES.

:)

Part III coming soon.......

Our Family Christmas, Part One.

With a small folder of nearly 300 images, I'll be doing this Christmas post in parts.

:)

PART ONE.

I was so anxious, thinking about Jordan, opening gifts, cooking, family....

My eyes popped open at 5 am.

And wouldn't shut again.

So, I got up, and started some coffee.. breakfast.. and lit all of our Christmas candles.

7 am I couldn't take it anymore.

I poked into my bedroom... and got Jason up.

ITS CHRISTMAS!!! GET UP!!!

So... together we went into Jordan's room.....

Bacon, egg, and cheese buiscuts awaited.....
And a sleepy little baby had no idea, that Santa had come.

(our little mini tree on the table)..

Our living room couldn't have been more festive.. and I spent all morning making sure nothing was out of place.

This, we did not expect.

As soon as we put him down... we had to scoop him back up.. and fill his little belly before we began.

Made an important phone call to the Roberts Family in PA.. to say hi :-)

& the exploring began...

He was full of smiles... curiosity.. and excitement.

to be continued...............