Violet has always been very I observant. Though she acts like an extrovert/sanguine at home, I've noticed she is very reserved and quiet in other environments. She likes to check out the scene first before she calls for attention. Anyways her new I observation the past two months has been smell. It's like her sense of smell just clicked! Tonight I went to wash my face and then waited in the living room while Bryson got her ready for bed. She came in and gave me a hug and a kiss, then she lingered smelling my face. She said "what dat?" I told her I just washed it. And then held out my arm and said smell. She smells and says "that's good that's mommy"
Lately she has been remembering things like crazy. Like Bryson started a new job Monday and we told her where its is. On Tuesday we stop by to bring a few papers Bryson forgot and she says "we go to _____ that's where dada and Kiki (Nikki) work!" Or when I said I needed to jump into the shower real quick she said "momma you jump in the shower or go in the shower" I died laughing! Or when we were going to the doctor a couple days ago and we turn right next to our old apartments, which we haven't even been in this area for months. Just as I'm turning she says "that's my old apartment, I live there when I was a teeny little baby" how does she know this stuff!!?
She also has recently said the most incredible statement about the Holy Spirit that neither I or Bryson has ever taught her...that will be a later post!
Friday, November 30, 2012
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Christmas Season
This year we decorated a lot earlier than usual! (We are hosting the "dinner" portion of our sunday school class tacky sweater and progressive dinner tomorrow) Growing up our rule was the decorate after my moms bday on December 14. But I don't mind decorating a little before or after thanksgiving. It makes the month of the Christmas season feel fuller!
Having our "new house" decorated has made it feel cozy and festive. And for the first time in our 4.5 years of marriage we have a big tree!!! I've also been a little crafty lately making the wreaths below. So fun and easy! Here's some of our decor:
Having our "new house" decorated has made it feel cozy and festive. And for the first time in our 4.5 years of marriage we have a big tree!!! I've also been a little crafty lately making the wreaths below. So fun and easy! Here's some of our decor:
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
The Color Run
A few weeks ago I participated in my very first 5K, The Color Run. And it was SO MUCH fun!! I've heard not all 5ks are that fun, but it's good to know they are creating them to be more fun.
How The Color Works is every "k" color dust is thrown at you, so by the end you are covered in five different colors. Originally I had planned to train to run this 5k but with moving into a house, lack of sleep, two kids, and surgery...I just didn't make time for it. Thankfully I had a walk/jog buddy, Nikki, that trekked with me through it all.
The race route was so pretty! It started and ended at Minute Maid Park, but it had great views of downtown from the highway. I would definitely recommend this race and I hope to do it again! After the race I was so fired up it made me want to sign up for more...and possibly a half marathon. We'll see about that one!
How The Color Works is every "k" color dust is thrown at you, so by the end you are covered in five different colors. Originally I had planned to train to run this 5k but with moving into a house, lack of sleep, two kids, and surgery...I just didn't make time for it. Thankfully I had a walk/jog buddy, Nikki, that trekked with me through it all.
The race route was so pretty! It started and ended at Minute Maid Park, but it had great views of downtown from the highway. I would definitely recommend this race and I hope to do it again! After the race I was so fired up it made me want to sign up for more...and possibly a half marathon. We'll see about that one!
Monday, November 12, 2012
4 Years
I know I'm a little (okay a lot) late, but I didn't want to leave this out!
If you've missed them here are previous anniversary posts.
On June 7, 2012 Bryson and I celebrated our fourth anniversary! "I cant believe its been _____ years already!" I say this every anniversary. But really the years go by so fast! Four years later, a two year old and a 2 1/2 month old, it is hard to get out just the two of us. Thankfully my parents offered to watch the kids and we headed out for a long date!
We had both agreed and were excited to see the Titanic Exhibit at the science museum. I was a huge fan of the movie and watched it more than I'd like to admit. It was AMAZING! I probably read every single word in this exhibit! (Which is rare for me in museums!) It was so interesting! From how the ship was made, the types of people that boarded, how many mistakes were made that could of avoided hitting the iceberg, to seeing real artifacts! So cool! Bryson and really thought this was so neat!
We then headed to the contemporary art museum I know I've married a very talented artist, but sometimes contemporary is just weird and I don't get it! There were 2 pieces that I really liked but the rest!! But I really enjoyed the gift shop! We probably spent more time in there being silly then looking at the art!
It is what it is...so Parker was only 2 months old and since I'm a nursing mom and was away for a long time, we found a parking lot and I pumped. haha! I felt so awkward a the time and couldn't relax. Anyways it was funny now thinking back on it!
We ended the night at a local Japanese restaurant called Nippon. It is cute, quaint but most of all delicious. It was just nice to have spent a fun day with just my husband. Marriages always need date nights, especialy anniversary dates! We ordered way to much food and walked away with happy bellies!
Marriage is a such a blessing and a challenge. We have many hard days, but many fun days too. Without the Lord guiding Bryson and I everyday our marriage would fall apart. I'm excited to see what the next year holds for us.
If you've missed them here are previous anniversary posts.
On June 7, 2012 Bryson and I celebrated our fourth anniversary! "I cant believe its been _____ years already!" I say this every anniversary. But really the years go by so fast! Four years later, a two year old and a 2 1/2 month old, it is hard to get out just the two of us. Thankfully my parents offered to watch the kids and we headed out for a long date!
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| 4 years and 99 more to go :) |
We then headed to the contemporary art museum I know I've married a very talented artist, but sometimes contemporary is just weird and I don't get it! There were 2 pieces that I really liked but the rest!! But I really enjoyed the gift shop! We probably spent more time in there being silly then looking at the art!
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| Gift Shop Silly |
It is what it is...so Parker was only 2 months old and since I'm a nursing mom and was away for a long time, we found a parking lot and I pumped. haha! I felt so awkward a the time and couldn't relax. Anyways it was funny now thinking back on it!
We ended the night at a local Japanese restaurant called Nippon. It is cute, quaint but most of all delicious. It was just nice to have spent a fun day with just my husband. Marriages always need date nights, especialy anniversary dates! We ordered way to much food and walked away with happy bellies!
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| Calamari, Sushi, and Japanese delicious soup |
Sunday, November 11, 2012
30 days of Thanks pt2
I had a whole post written for days 11-20. I wrote one thing I was thankful for each day.
I pushed a wrong button and it deleted my post.
So days 11-20....I'm thankful for technology. LoL
I pushed a wrong button and it deleted my post.
So days 11-20....I'm thankful for technology. LoL
Friday, November 2, 2012
30 Days Of Thanks
Day 1: Hot glue guns! I purchased my first one (ever) today to make a wreath! Though my finger tips are slightly burned, it is holding my beautiful wreath together!
Day 2: Friendship. I have been really blessed with great girl friends from high school friends, college and now new friends!
Day 3: Nap time. Every. Day. 6 out of 7 days I choose to nap when my kids nap rather than anything else that I could/should be doing!
Day 4: Church. Im so thankful we have found a church that is challenging, giving and fun! I also included is our life bible study class! It's full of couples in all walks of life just wanting learn to serve God and others more.
Day 5: Monday morning coffee. That's all that needs to be said!
Day 6: Play Dates! It's fun to see my kids play with other kids (when my kids are behaving!) and it's fun for me to see and talk to a friend during the day too!
Day 7: My husband! (Today is his bday too) He's kind, forgiving, funny, cute, thoughtful, smart, fun, family oriented, creative, loving, wise with money, hard worker, strong, I mean I can go on and on! I'm very thankful he was born today!
Day 8: Backyards. We finally have our first yard and love it! We spend time playing, exploring, hunting for pecans and enjoying nature everyday!
Day 9: AAA roadside assistance. After grocery shopping while walking to tr car I realized I had locked them I side...after grocery shopping...with 2 kids!!! Thankfully AAA arrived quickly and I was during home within 10 minutes if calling!
Day 10: Double Strollers. We have a joovy ultralight caboose and it is awesome! Perfect for my age difference of kids, lightweight, and easy to assemble with one hand (while holding another kid).
Day 2: Friendship. I have been really blessed with great girl friends from high school friends, college and now new friends!
Day 3: Nap time. Every. Day. 6 out of 7 days I choose to nap when my kids nap rather than anything else that I could/should be doing!
Day 4: Church. Im so thankful we have found a church that is challenging, giving and fun! I also included is our life bible study class! It's full of couples in all walks of life just wanting learn to serve God and others more.
Day 5: Monday morning coffee. That's all that needs to be said!
Day 6: Play Dates! It's fun to see my kids play with other kids (when my kids are behaving!) and it's fun for me to see and talk to a friend during the day too!
Day 7: My husband! (Today is his bday too) He's kind, forgiving, funny, cute, thoughtful, smart, fun, family oriented, creative, loving, wise with money, hard worker, strong, I mean I can go on and on! I'm very thankful he was born today!
Day 8: Backyards. We finally have our first yard and love it! We spend time playing, exploring, hunting for pecans and enjoying nature everyday!
Day 9: AAA roadside assistance. After grocery shopping while walking to tr car I realized I had locked them I side...after grocery shopping...with 2 kids!!! Thankfully AAA arrived quickly and I was during home within 10 minutes if calling!
Day 10: Double Strollers. We have a joovy ultralight caboose and it is awesome! Perfect for my age difference of kids, lightweight, and easy to assemble with one hand (while holding another kid).
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