Mommy The Professional

Now I am the boys Professional photographer ;) We did a little photoshoot this morning since John just turned 4 and Shane just turned 2. I have to say, it was my most challenging photo session yet. They don't want to listen to mommy who ALWAYS has the camera pointed at them.

Here is a little blue eyed boy who stole my heart back in 2006 and refuses to give it back.


And then to my shock another little blue eyed boy came and stole it some more. It's a good thing its big enough for all the blue eyed boys in my life :)

And those dimples... there is not one person that can pass this child without commenting on those big pits in his cheeks.

I'm partial, and think they are pretty dang amazing.

These two boys make me smile.

And bring me so much joy.

And make me giggle. You know, he is FOUR now??? Why isn't he as surprised as I am??

Four and Two.. when did that happen?

And how do they keep getting cuter and cuter?

Because I know I can't resist those smiles!

And their silly giggles (I can hear it now because I know what this little lad was doing during this picture... jumping up doing a belly flop on the hard ground and laughing about it).

I love my boys more then words can say.

More then I could ever express.

And they love each other too... see!!! (sometimes!)

And I love seeing that!

Shane James 2 Years old

A little video of my little guy talking. Its so hard to get his facial expressions through words, so I thought a video might show it a little better. He is talking so much these days and I just love his little boy voice :)

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Happy 4th Birthday to Johnny

A short video of us singing Happy Birthday to John on his birthday. My boys love the birthday song!!

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A Thousand Words Thursday

Johnny at School today...with his towering masterpiece!

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Birthday Boy

Did you know that when you have a birthday you get to stand in front of the whole school at morning announcements and share that its your birthday?

Did you know that the whole school sings happy birthday just to you?

Did you know that after your birthday wishes you get to tell everyone what the one thing you wish for on your birthday?

And did you know you get to wear a cute hat and birthday ribbon for your whole birthday?

This was one happy little birthday boy at school today!

The big 4 and the big 2!

The boys had a great time at their birthday celebration over the weekend. They had so much fun playing and riding bikes and scooters. Thanks to everyone who made their birthday really special!!







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FOUR He's a Jolly Good Fellow

Dear John,

These last four years as your mother have been some of the best years of my life. You have taught me so much as a mother. I feel so blessed to call you my son.

You are such a well mannered little boy. You are my gentle spirit. You have always been soft spoken and an observer. You have grown so much over the last four years from a little baby to a little boy.

You have so many people that love you and care about you. You are one truly lucky little boy.

You have such a love for school and your friends. It makes me so happy to see you enjoying new experiences on your own. It's amazing to me how far you have come since being attach to my hip 24/7. I love when you make me laugh or you go on and on about a great story. You love maps, the world, the states, the Presidents and learning new things. You love reading books and playing with all your fun toys. You are a Momma's boy and Daddy's best buddy.

My birthday wish for you is that you continue to explore and learn about the things you love. That you continue to be the little boy I am That you know that I love you more then all the stars in the sky!

Happy 4th Birthday little buddy! Momma love's you!

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Shane's 2nd Birthday

We had a little celebration for Shane today at the house. Here are some of the highlights- followed by us singing Happy Birthday.

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Happy 2nd Birthday Little Man

Dear Shane,

Has it really been two years since you entered into the world? It is hard to remember a time when you weren't part of our family. You have brought us so much joy and laughter. I remember holding you on your "birth" day and was in such awe of our little guy. It seemed like forever til I got to meet you and when that time came, I cherished every minute.

With that new baby smell and those sweet little noises you would make were such a fun aspect of your life. You loved snoozing and eating and of course crying. You were always very expressive.

Then I watched you grow into this chubby little baby. Full of smiles and dimples galore. You have always had a silly sides, as well as, a serious side. I definitely see those qualities in you that your father has.


You love laughing and you love making people laugh. I love seeing the excitement in your eyes when you learn something new, or try something new. Your whole face changes and you light up.

You have never been the quiet one, you definitely have no problem expressing your wants and needs. Each morning as I hear you screaming "MOMMY" on the monitor, not once but more like 10 times, I laugh. But as I go to pick you up and take you out of your crib you greet me with the cutest kiss and hug and say "shhhh Johnny sweeping". (of course not for long)

You have had the joy of having both of your parents home for the majority of your two years. You have grown such a bond with your daddy and mommy. You are definitely daddy's little boy and truly enjoy everything about him. Nothing brings me such joy as watching you interact with your Daddy and Brother.

Sometimes, I have to laugh or I'll cry at the things you do. You have the biggest need to explore things on your own. You love being dirty and you love the experience of getting dirty to explore new things. There are so many times that I will find you up on the changing table with your whole hand in the aquafor tub covered from head to toe in a gooey clear substance, or a mouth and tongue covered in sand. Your clothes are always filthy because you wear what you eat and wear what you play. When you play you play hard, its the only you know how, and I wouldn't want it any other way.

I love when you greet me every morning with an "I wub yoo". It melts my heart. You are so full of love and share your love with us throughout the day. On your second birthday my wish for you is that you continue to be the leader you always show you are. You keep being silly and you continue to love your family as much as you do now.

I love the person you are and the little man your becoming. I love you more then words can say. Happy 2nd Birthday Shane James. xoxo

Love, Mommy