Winder Family

Hot Spot

2012-02-15T10:16:00.003-07:00

This is a picture of Beck, few weeks before he turned one.

He loved playing in the window,

well, actually he liked the blinds.

I am happy to say that not much has changed, besides the paint color.

Now instead of the blinds, he lines the window with all his trucks

and other toys. He loves it, he plays here forever.

One other thing that has changed is my little boy, he's growing up.

He's getting taller and he has a neck!

I couldn't post a blog without including the younger bro...

Beckham is helping Crosby get in the spirit of this years Tea Party.

COWBOY THEME it is!

Can't wait till Monday(party time).

What happened???

2012-02-04T13:21:00.002-07:00

I have paid my time.

I've waited patiently,

I envied all others,

I secretly hoped that my current phone would break.

Well, That time has come.

I have my very own IPHONE!!!

I know it's not as exciting to everyone else

but to me... It's one of the BEST days of my life.

My old dated iBook is no longer compatible with

all new software. Which means I'm back to dreaming,

wishing and waiting, patiently until I can buy

I new desk top mac.

But... something strange happened.

Aaron, who didn't really want the iPhone and Beckham

who stole my phone, have been on them all day!

Beck will not put it down. Literally, all day,

I tried to call someone and he completely freaked out!

This is the look I get when I ask him if I can use my DREAM PHONE.

Who knew it was also his dream phone.

Looks like I have a lot of time to spend with Crosby

because the other 2 boys are busy with their, my, toys.

Someone LOVES Graham Crackers

2012-01-19T11:18:00.003-07:00

It should come as no surprise that this big fella loves food.

He is at the point where if I give him a bottle, he's looking around for the

real food. He even gets upset when he sees Beck eating the food he can't

We both love Graham Crackers,

it's the one thing he can feed himself.

Beckham on the other hand...

He has been a handful lately.

Yesterday while I was busy scrubbing toilets.

He was busy in my makeup drawer.

Not only did he spread Creme De Violet (MAC)

all over the walls. He made himself

look real nice!

When I went to yell at him for getting into my makeup

(it happens often)

He kept saying, "Petty Eyes".

I am starting to think with all the high heels and makeup,

I might end up saying, "How did I not know"!!!

6 months in heels

2012-01-10T11:32:00.002-07:00

6 months!

Crosby is growing up too fast.

He is the best baby! HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY.

He is always smiling and laughing.

He also gives the best loves. He is so big and mushy,

he cuddles right into you.

At his check up he was weighing in at 24 pounds (off the charts)

and he was 28 1/4 inches.

I feel like I have a one year old.

He is really good at sitting up,

HATES laying on his tummy.

Still can't roll over, to much sitting up I guess!

I can tell he is getting ready to crawl, he's reaching for

things and all he wants to eat is real food.

He gets pretty fired up when you eat in front of him

and not offer him a bite.

(just like his mamma)

Beck is really into dressing himself.

He's not so good at it but he's trying!

He turned his basketball shorts into a mini-skirt

or something a street walker would wear!

One leg on each side, son!

To top it off he only wants to wear these shoes!

This is him after I told him he COULDN'T wear his heels

to the store... DRAMA!

I have to say, he's pretty good in those shoes.

He even likes them with his blue Bball shorts.

Thanks for the shoes Grandma McBride!

Christmas time!

2011-12-28T14:10:00.005-07:00

I love Christmas! I get that from my Mom. She always went overboard with

decorations, candy making, parties, traditions and presents.

This year we had a little pre-Christmas party at our house

for Beckham and all his cousins. It was a BLAST!

They made reindeer food.

Candy apples, and decorated sugar cookies.

We also had steamers to drink.

This will be something we'll do for years to come.

Beck kept talking about it for a couple of days.

It made all the work, worth it.

Before heading to Twin Falls for Christmas Eve,

Beck sprinkled (dumped) his Reindeer Food.

Worried about wether or not the Reindeer would like it,

Beck tasted it.

Glitter and ALL!

He'll eat that but not anything I cook....

Twin was so fun. Almost all of my family was there, which hardly ever happens.

All the kids got there Christmas PJ's.

We wanted to get a picture with all the kids but of course, Beck wanted nothing

to do with it... PARTY POOPER.

Then we had the As Seen on TV, gift exchange.

Kristi was pumped to get this!

But not excited enough not to take Jared's

Boise State Snuggie.

We got home just in time for Santa to Come!

Beck had such a good time and Loved his presents.

We still can't get him to take a nap because all he wants to do is play with his toys.

I think this little fella liked his Christmas as well!

Having little ones makes Christmas exciting again.

I couldn't ask for anything more.

I have been blessed with an amazing family

and can't wait until next year when we can do it all over again.

Merry Christmas!

Hangin on

2011-12-22T15:08:00.004-07:00

This time last year I was wishing away my time with Beckham.

I was counting on him growing up

helping me out more,

going to pre-school!

Now the thought of him not hangin with me

all day everyday breaks my heart.

I don't want to share him with anyone.

I know I'll need to let him go,

but for now he is all mine.

He is actually going to bed a lot easier at night.

The night time drama has eased up.

There are some nights when he really just wants someone

to lay by him while he falls asleep.

I am more than happy to be that person.

I love when I cuddle up to him I first have to move

a long line of cars and trucks that he has tucked under the

blankets in a straight line.

He loves sleeping with his toys. Not soft cuddly toys,

hard, small toys that really leave a mark when you lay on them

for any length of time.

He is napping as we speak, with a toy train resting on his chest.

This boy is awesome. I L-O-V-E him more than I ever thought

was possible.

So for now, I am hanging on to all the

little moments we have together because

I know before too long he will realize he would rather be

hanging with his friends and not his crazy, nerdy MOM.

LOVE YOU, BECK!

Times are Changing

2011-12-08T13:17:00.003-07:00

Beck has an audience!

He is on display all day everyday,

he couldn't be happier.

I will over hear him saying,

"Espy, watch me!".

And he will.

Crosby loves watching Beckham,

I know when he starts movin'

I'll be in trouble.

Everything FUN ends in TEARS!

2011-12-03T19:49:00.002-07:00

This weekend we loaded the car and headed down to

SLC to see the Christmas Lights.

I thought for sure Beck would LOVE IT!

I think he may have enjoyed them but was truly more interested in

the water fountains.

As soon as we got to temple square it started to snow!

It was perfect. Lights, snow, temple, and Christmas music.

Crosby was bundled up and just sat there the whole time.

Not a peep from this little guy.

He really is such a good baby.

It's such a good thing that I bought a double stroller,

I really needed that extra seat to hold my bag!

Beck refused to ride in the stroller,

he had to walk and touch all the lights.

He kept saying, "I want to hold em!".

every time we walked by more lights.

We had such a good time, until we started to walk back towards the car!

Beck FREAKED OUT. Crying, Screaming, completely out of control!

I thought he would love staying in a hotel room.

He hated it.

Crosby woke up around 4:00 am

and Beckham was up shortly after him around 6:00am

crying, "I want to go home."

At that point, I was cryin'.

Freaking out(as I rarely do!)I threw all the stuff back in our suitcase

and loaded the car and we were off.

Back home in 3 hours.

Hopefully tonight will be a better night.

Beck has only climbed out of bed 4 times so far!

I'm thankful for stinky breath and dimply thighs!

2011-12-01T12:57:00.002-07:00

This holiday season I am thankful for my wonderful family!

Beck has been so fun,

waking up all night long talking about Santa.

When I take him back to bed, I cuddle with him

for a few minutes and his stinky little boy breath is somewhat

ADORABLE.

I am thankful that Crosby is healthy and happy.

this little guy is always smiling and when

I am exhausted from being up all night with Beck,

his little smile and giggle brighten my day.

I am very lucky to have such a wonderful husband who helps with the boys.

during the day when Beck is trouble he always cries,"I want Dad".

Aaron is a softy and I am the enforcer!

He has such a big heart and takes care of us.

EVERYONE wants Dad during the day, even ME!

COUSINS! I am lovin all the boys in my family right now.

Beck Loves hangin with all the boy cousins.

He followed little Owen around all weekend. You can tell

Beck watches his every move.

So, I am thankful for such wonderful family members

who do such amazing things everyday,

that set examples for me and my kids.

Crazy, But O' SO true

2011-11-26T09:42:00.002-07:00

It just dawned on me last night when I was putting the boys to bed

after a weekend at my parents house.

We have a crazy tradition!

My family has TONS of traditions and I LOVE them all,

BUT I think this "NEW TRADITION" is my all time FAVE!

It doesn't have to be the holidays, it's just when the family

gets together, we always, let me rephrase that,

my brother Robert, always bets my sister to eat something

or do something crazy.

I believe it all started with eating 20 twinkies in 20 min.

I think she knocked down 13 and pooed cream for weeks.

There was the hamburger challenge. For every hamburger

she ate she would get 15 dollars, keep in mind,

we're not talking about sliders, we are talking Big Jud" style burgers.

3 burgers later, she was walking away with 45 big ones!

Sometimes my mom will step in and get upset.

One time we were going to pay her 100 dollars to shave her head.

with my mom screaming at us, in tears, that one we'll have to visit

at a later date.

I can't remember what the challenge was but one time

Grandma McBride and Aunt Kris stepped in and payed her not

to do the challenge. Can anyone say BOOOOOO!

This Thanksgiving it was 4 slices of cream pie in 15 minutes.

This is at the end of the night when everyone already feels

completely full and disgusting. Also, Mikkel, she's lactose intolerant.

All that she was getting for this one was 30 dollars.

After throwing back her lactose pill, the bet was on!

We thought she was messing with us when she started burping

and gaging. She was making record time and really only had

maybe 1 1/2 pies left.

Her gag reflexes proved to be TOO much, she couldn't hang on.

She ran out the front door and doubled over my Mom's shrubs and..

You guessed it! OUT CAME LOTS AND LOTS OF CREAM PIE!

With some time remaining she was allowed to scoop up the

cream re-eat it and keep going with the one bit she had left

in the pie tin. She just couldn't do it. She called it quits...

We'll have to see what the challenge will be at Christmas.

It will be good because my Sista Mikkel hates to LOSE

and for a month she has to be on a loosing streak!

Traditions are great.

Where's Crosby and window art

2011-11-17T12:14:00.002-07:00

I have noticed a few things about Crosby,

more times than not, he will be completely covered by his blanket...

That is if he doesn't have it soaking wet from sucking on it.

He is turning into a good little sleeper,

Well, now that his gas is under control and he no longer

GRUNTS all NIgHT!

Here is a little look at what my little, big, fella looks like now!

I am so lucky that he is such a good baby!

He loves watching Beck and you can tell he wants to be right by his side

getting into trouble!

Here is what Beck has been up to lately.

Coloring on the windows.

I bought the markers yesterday and what

a good purchase. He has been busy all day coloring.

The best part is, if it gets on the wall it wipes right off!

MOTHERS DREAM!

I am not wishing time away, but I am looking forward

to the day when Beck and Crosby run around together

and play outside, riding bikes, throwing a football

(they have to get ready to play at BSU),

and jumping on the tramp.

I LOVE MY BOYS!

Halloween and 4 months

2011-11-02T09:05:00.002-06:00

We really made the best of Halloween this year.

Thursday we went Trunk or Treating with my sister Deena

and her kids. Beckham was so cute running from car

to car, almost more excited about the scary stuff

in the trunk instead of the actual candy!

Friday night we went to Boo at the Zoo.

That was FUN! Lights everywhere and the

big blow up decorations, that I vowed I would never

have in MY yard... until Beck or Crosby wants it...

Beckham honestly couldn't get enough. Running around,

yelling trick or treat.

The best is one little boy was dressed up as Buzz Light Year

and Beck about messed his pants.

"BUZZ", he yelled and run up to the boy

and gave him a big hug.

The boy was cute and even shouted, "To infinity and beyond!"

Crosby on the other hand, could have cared less!

Monday night we went to their Grandparents house

for homemade donuts, yes please, we also took

Beck around to a few homes.

Yesterday, Crosby had his 4 month check up.

This kid is a tank!

20 pounds, 27 1/4 inch tall.

He is 98% for height and weight.

He hated his shots but did pretty good most of the day.

He is still slobbering like crazy,

almost getting ready to roll over,

Can sit up for a few min. when I prop him up on his belly!

Laughs and smiles all the time.

Loves to watch his big brother play and

just like his brother, he loves to be part of the action.

He is putting himself to sleep now and sleeps pretty good.

He has the WORST smelling gas and at night has a hard time

farting... lots and lots of grunting that keeps me awake

and I have to roll him on his side because it helps him Fart!!

BOOO... SNOW!

2011-10-08T20:29:00.003-06:00

I have loved the weather we've been having,

it was a pretty good spring, awesome summer,

and even better fall...

UNTIL it started snowing!

This is one girl who LOVES the SUN.

I HATE being cold and I get so sick of

the snow...

I think Beck feels the same way.

He started crying when he woke up to snow

and I told him he couldn't go outside and ride his bike.

But just like me, he is making do....

He cuddled up to his little bro on the couch

and forced him to play action figures with him.

REALLY, He kept shoving the action guy

into Crosby's hand until he would hang onto it!

Hang on tight Crosby because it could be a LONG WINTER!

Oh, and Beck calls Crosby, ESPY.

I'll have to make a post about all the cute things he's

saying right now. I don't want to forget them!

Balding at 3 months

2011-09-28T20:26:00.003-06:00

My baby Crosby is 3 months old today!

It seems like he's been here a lot longer than that.

He has turned into such a good baby.

Big smiles and laughs all day, unless he's tired!

He also has been losing all his hair.

It is time we shave it off.

His pillow looks like a cat pillow.

Hair everywhere... YUCK!

The best part is, the back of his head has tons of hair.

It's just the top that's thinning out.

I am thinking about keeping his hair, ugly and stringy

so he can go as an old man for halloween and

I can give him a comb over!

The other thing that's hot right now in Crosby's life

is his full figured thighs!

I actually love changing his diapers...

it gives me an excuse to look at him and all of his

chubbyness.

Crosby is also a big time slobber bucket.

All of his shirts are sopping wet after about 5 minutes.

He loves Beckham and laughs whenever

Beck gets in trouble.

The last thing worth mentioning is his gas.

This kid can clear a room with one toot.

SBD... Yeah, he's got them!

He is stinky!

Stinky bum and Stinkin' cute.

Love you Crosby!

2 days

2011-08-27T19:45:00.002-06:00

It's crazy to think, but it is true,

my sister-in-law and I had babies 2 days apart from each other!

It is going to be a blast to have cousins so close in age.

One little girl, Pyper, and One big fella, Crosby!

Little Pyper was born 2 days before Crosby.

I know it looks like Crosby is 2 months older, but he

is the younger one.

I am sure this is the start of many pictures these two

will have taken together.

Hopefully they'll be the best of friends.

Beck couldn't handle it, he had to be in one of the pictures!

Beck LOVES pictures of himself.

Adjusting

2011-08-24T13:22:00.005-06:00

We couldn't wait for little Crosby to be part of our family,

We talked about it for months,

bought diapers, bottles, and made him a warm bed.

We had everything ready so that little peanut

would be comfy and cozy in his new little house.

What we didn't do is think about Beck!

My little man, he Adjusted, he loved, he played by himself.

He brought me diapers, he was a big help.

He is now out of his CRIB and into the big boy bed.

He is struggling, he clings to the crib, wanting back in,

He hates going to bed. He cries "WHY!", every night.

He crawls out of bed at least 15 times before he'll fall asleep.

It has drove me batty. I have wanted to rip my hair out, strand by strand.

It just dawned on me...

He's still adjusting. He is finding his place, in his new bed,

and in the family.

I NEED TO RELAX!

Cut the kid some slack.

He's doing great and if he tackles this bed thing

like he tackles his little brother when I'm not looking,

Then he'll get it in no time!

So be patient Beck, I too am ADJUSTING!

Baby Shower

2011-08-21T22:02:00.003-06:00

Saturday was my little sister Kristen's baby shower. It was a BLAST.

I have very talented sisters who decorated everything. Cute banners, cupcakes, old vintage toys, books, and since my sister is decorating her baby room in vintage Pooh, there were vintage pooh pictures in frames... Everything was amazing. BUT did I take pictures... NO!

I took pictures of the after party!

Here is the MOM to be with the baby Daddy,

That's right, the after party was on the boat!

My Brother brought his boat and we all pilled on for a good time.

We tried to get Beck in the water but he wasn't havin' it!

He thought about it.

He even got his feet wet

But in the end all he wanted to do was drive the boat.

I had such a good time, I can't wait for the next baby shower!

From Beginning to End

2011-08-15T09:10:00.004-06:00

For my birthday a few weeks ago, my best friend Stacey bought me a CD!

A CD? What the CRAP... WHo even has a CD PLAYER?

I laughed, enjoyed the flash back and ran out to my car,

the only CD player I have,

Took 5 minutes to figure out how to load a CD into my 6 disk CD player,

(nothing but the best)

Sat a listened to ADELE 21!

I can't remember the last time I actually listened to a whole

Album from Beginning to End.

I can't get enough of this CD.

My Fave is TRACK 3!

Thanks for the flashback and the awesome DISK, Stacey,

That's why you're my Bestie!

Here are a few pics Crosby.

He is so big already.

This sleeper maybe a 6 months.

Power to the People

and His crazy HAIR

Crosby's Blessing

2011-08-10T08:37:00.003-06:00

Sunday we blessed Crosby and I had high hopes

of taken TONS of pictures but with the busy day

fussy kids, and me being too busy bossing Aaron,

I had no time to take pics!

My Sister Deena bought the boys matching ties,

which I LOVED, and they hated.

The whole time at church Beck kept trying to take his off.

I remember growing up and hating when my Mom would

make my sister and I match or buy us the same

stuff... HATED IT.

Sorry boys, it must be what Moms do!

the blessing was great. We had lots of family come

and spend the day with us.

(again, no pics)

I did take a few pictures of the kids

playing in the pool

in their church clothes,

while the parents talked and ate!

It was an awesome day. I truly love spending time

with both our families.

Can't wait until next weekend when we all get

together again!

Just a random Picture of Beck stacking his cars.

He thought it was coolest thing ever.

Grandpa's Garden

2011-07-31T20:54:00.003-06:00

Beckham LOVES being outside,

and the only thing that makes being outside

better is hangin'

with Grandpa Tom Tom,

In the Garden!

Right now, Grandpa is serving all you can eat,

Fresh Raspberries!

Beck prefers taking all the raspberries

and shoving them in his mouth

all at once.

There is something about this kid that makes

people want to give him anything

and EVERYTHING he wants.

He is spoiled....

I guess as long as he is cramming fruit in his

mouth and not FRUIT SNACKS,

I won't complain.

Looks like I need to start gardening.

Month 1

2011-07-26T20:58:00.002-06:00

One month...

Feels like I have known this little fella forever!

What was my life like before he was here...

Lots more rest, more free time while Beck Napped.

He is a good little baby, that is until

8:00 pm, then it's on!

this perfect little angel turns into a Monster!

He usually Cry, Screams until about 11 pm

Then it's over, he crashes and we all go to bed.

What's the DEAL!

All day he does great, it's the evening that puts our house

into a complete tail spin.

It's just about the time we're going to rip our

hair out, strand by strand, and

he smiles or laughs or even better,

Closes his eyes!

Crosby, Crosby, Crosby!

We love ya.

sleep or no sleep

we're glad you're here~

2 weeks.. a week late

2011-07-20T15:25:00.002-06:00

Crosby is actually a 3 weeks old today but because I am such a slacker,

here are his 2 week check up results.

Height: 22 inches

Weight: 11 pounds

This kid is big!!!

Everyone says he looks nothing like Beck, but sometimes he give me a look

that screams Beckham!

Here is a picture of Beckham, with his baby acne, and it's

true, they don't look a ton alike but there are times

when I can see it. Maybe it's because

I am the Mom.

Since Crosby has been home, I have been fully wrapped up in taking care of him.

He is somewhat of a fussy baby.

Something I am not use to.

So I feel like every time Beck gets attention from me,

it's when he is in trouble.

In fact, he had a friend over the other day

and I heard Beck yelling at him. Just like I yell at him.

It broke my heart. I don't want to always be

Yelling at my kids!

So what did I do... What every COOL Mom

would do.

I bought him a trampoline!

He was so excited! He bounced for hours and he is

turning into a little pro.

I think it's safe to safe this mom will be getting

big LOVES from her BIG Boy for a while.

I LOVE this kid and if he catches onto me

he'll be getting anything and everything he wants!

Crosby and a lot more!

2011-07-06T21:10:00.004-06:00

I think I am the worst Mom EVER!

I went to load pictures of Crosby for this post and I really don't have

very many...

A few from the hospital, first bath, cutting cord...

All the gross stuff people take pictures of then wonder

why they took them!

Here is one picture of Beck and Crosby,

Okay more Beck then Crosby but I promise

to snap some pics tomorrow and get them posted!

This past week has been great and busy.

I have had family come and visit which always makes it fun

and my Mom stayed with us until Tuesday which made it

a blast for Beck. She spoiled him to death. That kid got everything

and anything he laid his eyes on.

Needless to say, Grandma is missed at our house.

Here is a pic of Beck and Harper.

Harper is one years old and LOVED the pool.

Beck... well he sat on the side and sipped his drink.

He was trying to catch some rays, through the 50 sunblock!

On the 3rd of July we had our friends Brad and Amy over

to watch Fireworks. My little sister Mikkel put on a fantastic show.

I think Amy was won the best friend award this week,

she came over with a fountain soda and beef stick in hand, just for me!

She knows me so well.

She also is a trooper in holding the baby!

Beck was scared (surprise), even of the lame snakes.

Once we got out the sparklers

he and Sammy had a blast.

Now we are are just trying to figure out our lives

with the 4 of us. It is crazy, exciting, lots of tears and poopie

diapers, with Aaron having this whole week off, it is fun

having a new little one. But I'll keep you posted next week

when I am all alone and I freak out and become extremely overwhelmed!

For now, I am loving being a new mom and having Crosby in our lives.

He entered the world weighing in at 9.11 pounds and 21.5 inches long.

I truly gave birth to a toddler.

Lots of sunscreen

2011-06-23T08:09:00.002-06:00

It has been 2 summers now that I have tried to force Beckham into LOVING

the swimming pool.

I just couldn't figure out his obsession with the bathtub

and his hate for the pool.

This year I even bought him a pool with a slide in it...

which he LOVES slides.

Last night I finally figured it out.

This kid likes to go commando!

Shorts on the sideline while he's in the game.

This kid doesn't hate the pool, he hates his clothes

being wet!

Once the shorts came off,

he was all about the pool!

He may never have any friends who want to come over

to swim but I have FINALLY figured out

one of our biggest mysteries!

Is it safe to put sun screen on private parts?

It's the Baby's

2011-06-18T07:51:00.004-06:00

It's the BABY'S...

This is something Beckham has been hearing a LOT lately!

Every new thing he finds in his closet ends up being,

THE BABY'S.

Enough is enough for this little guy,

He wasn't going to take this jacket off for anything.

I begged, pleaded, bribed, and even threatened him

to take the jacket off, but he didn't care

he wore the jacket!

He made it work, in fact he worked that jacket,

even in WalMart!

(Aaron wanted to die, he couldn't believe I would

let him wear it to the store.)

When Bread goes bad

2011-06-05T21:23:00.002-06:00

Here at the Winder house we have found

a new way to get rid of old, dry bread.

Give it to the ducks!

I am not sure who had more bread the ducks or BECK.

We would had the bread to Beckham to throw

and he would cram it in his mouth!

It was a great way to get rid of bread and feed Beckham.

We're Lovin us some sunshine.

I would love it even more if I didn't have

a built in heating unit. 3 weeks and counting!

Mini Me

2011-05-22T09:20:00.002-06:00

When the sun finally came out, the lawn got some attention.

Beckham LOVED helping Aaron fix sprinkler heads,

and I LOVED sitting on the patio with my

extra swollen feet propped up on a chair.

Next week... FLOWER POTS!

Bring on the sunshine!

Counting Down

2011-05-03T15:10:00.002-06:00

I have really noticed the extra weight I have put on

with this pregnancy. I can barely keep up with

Beck when we walk around the block.

Everyday, I notice it more and more.

It could be that everyday I eat more and more.

This morning Beck and I went to Sam's Club first thing

to get new tires put on the car.

After hearing it was going to be an hour and a half wait,

Beck and I walked across the parking lot to enjoy

a nice warm breakfast at MCDONALDS!

I should have paid attention to the big sign at the Toy Land

that read, 3-12 years.

Beck climbed in the tube things all the way to the top

and got lost and stuck.... ALL THE WAY UP!

I had to climb in that stupid toy

and save him.

I honestly thought I was going to get stuck!

The only thing I can say is let the count down begin,

Let Crosby get here so I can get rid of the extra large belly,

butt, arms, chin, feet, ankles, and let the swelling go down

A LOT FASTER than it got here!

Come on-

2011-04-12T14:31:00.004-06:00

There is nothing that makes your heart race

quite like loosing your kid,

Even in your own HOME.

Beckham is the kinda kid who likes to poo in private.

When the urge strikes, he heads for his closet

and plays with his toys for a few minutes

until the deed is done.

This took place the other day so I figured

I had a few minutes to take the laundry and fold it, brush my teeth,

and perhaps put a bra on with a real shirt, not one of Aaron's old

T-shirts.

When I was done I walked back to Beck's room and he was nowhere to be

found. I searched all his favorite hiding spots, NOTHING!

I started to get a little worried but common sense kept telling me

he is here somewhere!

A few more minutes of full panic and me waddling my fat

preggo self all around the house and I hear something,

Something coming from the laundry room.

Weird, the door was shut. He couldn't possible be in there...

Than again, it is Beckham we're talking about.

Good Bye old duds.

2011-04-05T08:04:00.004-06:00

Last weekend Aaron started cleaning out the closet

of all the things he hasn't worn.

It ended up being a little contagious.

As I began digging on my side of the closet floods of memories

came to me.

How can one little Esprit shirt hold so many memories?

That little number is still hanging up.

I couldn't bring myself to get rid of it.

All those justified purchases from J.Crew and Banana Republic,

"It's okay to spend that much on a T-shirt, they'll never go out of style!"

All of them tossed in a black garbage bag

and off to be donated for someone else to create

some special memories in.

Good bye old threads! It feels good to have all that

extra room in the closet,

Maybe after the baby comes, We'll have a shopping spree of our own!

Exploring

2011-03-29T13:28:00.003-06:00

This little fella is into everything and he is full of energy.

The only speed he knows is full throttle.

He has discovered a new drawer in our house,

it is were we keep all the flash lights.

Lights off and headlamp on,

this is the way he rolls!

The Power of New Shoes.

2011-03-22T12:27:00.002-06:00

After being around Beckham for more than 3 minutes, you quickly realize

his LOVE for shoes.

He really has a thing for Pink shoes or High Heels.

Well, last night we headed out to the mall for a pair of running shoes

or something he could wear with sweats or Basketball shorts.

ANyway, He ended up with a pair of Converse ALL STARS.

Which he wont take off.

Apparently when we bought the shoes, we bought

Beck a new BAD ATTITUDE.

My life has been turned upside down.

My sweet little angle has BIG TIME ATTITUDE.

He threw a huge tantrum in the mall and cried

all the way home. SCREAMING, not breathing type of crying.

Today, new day, A hope for the Beck I love to return...

NO. After throwing another screaming fit, I put him

in his crib, with his shoes on.

30 seconds later,

OUT walks Beck. He crawled out of his crib.

Something he has been afraid of since he feel out

and landed on his head, leaving a big goose egg.

Well, with the new shoes he got new courage to

face his fears of the bars that surround him on his crib.

up and over, no problem.

He also had no problem picking up his clothes hamper and

throwing down our stairs, while screaming...

I think this Mamma needs to get herself a NEW pair of shoes

to tackle the fierce attitude being brought her way!

Happy Birthday Beckham!

2011-03-13T14:12:00.004-06:00

Two years! I can't believe it, my baby Boy is 2!

They say time goes fast, but this was

all too fast!

As cliche as it sounds it feels just like

yesterday when he was hangin' in the NICU

with all the premie babies.

I am so relived that time is done and over with

but I would like Beckham to slow down and stop growing soooo Fast.

We celebrated the big day yesterday. As soon as he woke up

he climbed in his closet and pulled on his boots. This kid loves shoes!

I had woken up early to get his cake ready. Of course the first try was

a complete flop. I had the cake on the counter

and Beck must have smelled it because he

came tearing into the kitchen and swiped a big

chunk out of the cake.

Breakfast was served!

This year Beck is all about Cars and Buzz Light year.

So of course he had a Cars cake.

It was all I could do to keep him out of it. All afternoon he kept trying to

climb up on the table to poke his fingers in it.

Finally, it was time for his little party.

This kid was lovin life.

With a little help from his cousins, he unwrapped his presents.

You may not be able to tell but he was truly pumped to get this Buzz Light Year toy.

He has been eyeing this thing since Christmas.

Now everywhere Beck goes, Buzz goes as well!

Happy Birthday Beckham.

We love you!

Crosby's first photo

2011-03-01T12:38:00.002-07:00

Here are the ultra sound pics of baby Crosby!

The last one, with a tiny arrow, that's his boy parts!

So far, Crosby is perfect in every way.

Can't wait for this little fella to get here.

I have a feeling the next 4 Months will be long!

Love ya, baby boy.

Tea Time

2011-02-28T09:28:00.006-07:00

This years tea party was all about the Hollywood theme!

The first thing on the agenda was to make a Music Video...

I wish I had the video to put on here, it was awesome!

Next, the kids had to wait, not knowing what was to come next.

But, the Limo was on it's way to take the kids

to the Mall so they could go on a shopping spree!

You know, TRUE Hollywood style

partying in the Limo

After the mall, Pizza!

There was the best Pizza place that we went to

They had all different types of pizza and they would walk around

and bring the Pizza to YOU!!!

My favorite was the Sour Kraut Pizza.

(I wish I could blame it on being Prego but I love me some Sour Kraut)

Beck Loved all the things he could ride on.

After Pizza, the Limo took all the kids back to the house

where we all the adults acted like Paparazzi

when the kids got out of the limo.

Once inside they all walked the red carpet

and had a photo shoot.

With Headbands on,

Everyone sat around for the tea party

After the tea party the kids were able to

watch their music video, just like a movie premier

and received awards.

The kids were pampered all day long.

I love our tradition of the tea party.

It is suppose to be for the kids but I love every minute of them.

Thanks to all my Sisters and Mom for putting it on

every year. It is time to think of a new theme for next year!

Feelin it... BIG TIME

2011-02-18T12:55:00.002-07:00

Who would have thought that such a simple thing like this little trainer could bring so much

joy and pain all at the same time!

It has been MONTHS

since I last sweated my guts out.

Today was the day I ended all of that!

I pulled out my bike shorts and stretched them

to the max as I pulled and yanked them up over my

ever growing thighs and over (okay under) my belly.

I wasn't so lucky with the bike jersey, that thing had little to NO give...

Lets just say, Everyone is lucky I was alone in my basement,

because what I ended up wearing wasn't so pretty!

After about 30 seconds the sweat began to drip off my

forehead and the smile on my face grew as the tunes

on my iPod began to sing to me!

It has been too long and I am a girl who LOVES to feel

the burn and sweat from a good workout.

Sorry Yoga tapes, you may be back in the drawer

until this baby belly will no longer let me peddle my bike.

Aaron, thanks for the Valentines Day gift.

This girl needed WorkOut gear in a BIG WAY!

Welcome to the Family

2011-02-16T20:12:00.002-07:00

Today was a long day. I waited all day

to hear the news that we were having a beautiful

little baby girl.

well... That news will have to wait a few more years

if I ever hear those words,

because here at the Winder house

We're having a BOY!

Welcome to the family, CROSBY!

(I'll call him that for as long as I can... Aaron still hates it)

The countdown

2011-02-15T08:22:00.002-07:00

The day is coming soon, in less than 24 hours we will know

if the little growing peanut inside me

will be a boy or a girl.

I am mixed with emotions.

Girl means I can use the perfect name I have picked out.

Hadlee J

and we will have one of each.

Family complete.

If it's a boy, Beck will have a best friend

someone to shoot baskets with, tackle and wrestle.

It also means finding a way to make Aaron believe

that the name CROSBY isn't too weird!

Either way, tomorrow is the big anticipated day!

I'll keep you posted.

V-I-C-T-O-R-Y

2011-02-07T08:12:00.002-07:00

Thanks to Beckam's kick back Jersey and his cousins

blessing on the food, which included a Packers VICTORY,

They did it! PACKERS WON.

I have to be honest,

I enjoyed the company and food

a lot more than the game...

Family, Food, Football

I LOVE IT!

Just Like That

2011-01-31T07:36:00.004-07:00

St. George was amazing!

Low 60's which felt like 85 degrees, no wind and SUNNY!

It was everything I was expecting, I LOVE St. George.

We Hiked in Zions.

Beck was a trooper, with help from his Dad, he hiked most

of the hike by himself. He was mad when Aaron had

to pick him up and carry him in the scary parts.

We went on walks.

Ran in the front yard, chased Lizards.

Which Beck liked until they started to move too Fast.

We ate at In-N-Out Burger (twice).

Beck spent all day outside but most of his time was on the deck!

The view from their house is worth

the 8 hour drive. It over looks a golf course and the bluffs

are right behind that.

Sorry picture doesn't do it justice.

We took Beck to the park and he played for at

least an hour. He is an outdoors man for sure.

I was jealous of all the joggers and Bikers. I was wishing we

had taken our road bikes down.

Next time.

I was a little sad leaving.

The thought crossed my mind to send Aaron home with

his parents and Beck and I would stay a few more days.

But we all came home as a family,

just the way we went.

When we got back home the roads no longer had

snow on them and I had high hopes to let go

on another walk today.

Well, Just like that, when we woke up...

IT HAD SNOWED!

Anyone up for a road trip?

Eskimo Kisses

2011-01-27T06:07:00.003-07:00

I cannot get enough of this kid. His Kevin Bacon hair and all.

He will do the littlest things and it will melt my heart.

Every night before he goes to bed

Aaron and I will carry him to his room

(because he's not heading back there on his own!)

and one of us will pretend like we can't see him.

He LOVES it.

After we both give him loves and I get ready to lay

him down, little B will grab my face so tightly

and give me Eskimo Kisses!

It's the best part of my day,

he gets in so close, opens his eyes really wide

and just goes to town.

Had I known it is the simple things like this

that makes your parents love you more.

I would have Eskimo Kissed my Mom every night!

Maybe I'll try it next time I see her,

See if she likes it as much as I do!!!

And today, We are heading out to St. George!

No snow, just sun and heat.

I just hope we find our way back.

Reason to PARTY!

2011-01-24T14:58:00.002-07:00

GREEN BAY is going to the SUPER BOWL!

To be honest

I really haven't been that loyal of a fan

since I met Aaron.

Not that my love for the Packers faded away,

Aaron just made me aware of how exciting

COLLEGE FOOTBALL can be,

and when BRETT FAVRE left I really needed to find

a new reason to

cheer for the PACKERS.

Sunday, I found all those reasons when they bet the BEARS!

Needless to say, my LOVE is back.

I am looking forward to the SUPER BOWL.

GO PACK GO!

Book or Nook

2011-01-11T20:18:00.002-07:00

Is there anything better than holding a paper back book

in your hands while laying in bed.

peaking at the ending, just to make sure

you wont be disappointed!

I would like to believe that I am a purist when it comes to reading

books. I had the conversation with my little sister and Dad

over Christmas and we all decided that we would rather

have the actual book in hand and not

a computer screen.

WELL...

I have been thinking a lot about buying a NookColor.

My justification (because I love to justify my purchases),

It would really be for Beckham!

It would be nice being able to throw the Nook in my

bag and have tons of books for him to read.

I would no longer have to take a diaper bag full

of Children's books everywhere I went.

Just one simple little amazing Nook.

The debate is still going on,

I am torn on what to do,

But to be honest...

I am really starting to want that NookColor!

2011

2011-01-02T17:40:00.002-07:00

I can't believe 2010 is OVER!

Time went by so fast.

I guess that is what we always say but it's so true.

There was plenty of times when I wanted to hit the

PAUSE button

and Plenty of other times when I wanted to hit

FAST FORWARD!

Overall, 2010 was pretty amazing.

We meet goals we set last year

which makes me hopeful for the goals I am setting

this year!

1. Have a baby and LOSE WEIGHT! (in that order)

2. Read the Book of Mormon (it's been awhile)

3. Eat healthy (less fast food)

4. Go to DisneyLand (could be tricky with a new baby)

5. Spend as much time with FAMILY as possible (We have great families)

6. Finish our Basement (this has been on the list for awhile)

7. Read more books (I use to read all the time... I miss it)

8. Wear my retainer (my teeth are moving like crazy)

9. Plant flowers in my pots and have them live (last year it was a mess)

10. Enjoy all the sleep I can until the new Baby Comes!

I'll end on 10, it seems to be a good number!

I hope 2011 will be just as good as 2010!

Christmas!

2010-12-31T12:10:00.003-07:00

Christmas was a fun this year. Besides winning the MONEY JAR, we

had such a good time with Beck and all out other family members.

We stayed with my parents in Twin Falls

and had a blast.

I was worried that once Beck found his stocking with

BUZZ LIGHT YEAR in it

he wasn't going to want to open any other

presents.

I was wrong! He loved tearing into his presents.

He was spoiled.

I don't think Santa realized how much he had brought!

His Christmas PJ's... Too small!

As you can see his little belly hung out the bottom.

For Aaron and I, Christmas came a little bit later.

We decided to take a day

and spend it alone... ALL DAY!

Beck went to his Aunt Deena's house while we went crazy!

First stop, MOVIE!

I Loved being at the movie theater.

We use to go all the time, until little B came along.

Then we went to lunch.

We picked Beckham up and took him home for a little nap.

Mikkel came up and stayed the night with him while we went out!

We had the whole night to ourselves.

We rented a hotel room and spent the night out on the town

(Walmart and Home Depot)

I am so pathetic, I ended up crashing at 9:30pm.

My only hope is that tonight, I can stay awake to

see the ball drop in NYC!

Shoes, glorious shoes!

2010-12-20T20:31:00.003-07:00

It doesn't matter what he's wearing on top,

There will be shoes on the bottom!

I am telling you, he's pushing the envelope.

He's daring to wear Jessica Simpson Pumps

with camo pants and orange T-shirt.

He's even willing to wear riding boots that

go all the way up past his thighs!

The sky is the limit for this guy.

Today, our latest and greatest purchase was his new

snow boots. They're TOO big

because his feet are TOO fat to fit in his real

size of a shoe. So he's able to put

his boots on himself.

Can't go wrong with snow boots and

Buzz Light Year P.J's.

(pjs are too small, but it's his favorite pair)

I only hope he keeps his great fashion sense

up in High School. Then I won't have to worry

about the LADIES!

The Latest.

2010-11-29T16:10:00.002-07:00

It has been awhile since my Last post.

I am a complete slacker.

I wish I had a good reason why I haven't posted

but I all I got is, I am LAZY!

GOod enough...

So Beckham... This kid keeps me on my toes.

He has always hated having covers on him at night.

He will get out from underneath them

no matter how many times a night

I sneak into his room and cover him up.

SOLUTION!

Zip up fleece PJ's with the feet!

Well, it worked good for about 1 week.

This little guys loves to unzip them and have

his belly hang out so he can rub his chest!

This wasn't too bad, I would go in and pick him up

while he was asleep and zip the pj's back up.

This past week he has started to unzip and take off

his diaper and pee all over his crib!

YIKES.

This has happened about 3 times,

all in the past week.

We are back to the 2 piece PJ's

and so far so good.

Hopefully he doesn't start taking his pants off.

I am really not looking forward to the plastic sheet days!

It's a good thing this little guys is so cute

or else I might actually go CRAZY!

Trunk Or Treat

2010-10-29T20:35:00.003-06:00

This is really beckham's first year to go out and enjoy Halloween

and BOY oh BOY did he ever enjoy it.

Beck went with his cousins Trunk or Treating tonight.

They always have the BEST costumes!

Lookin' good Olivia.

Beck could not wait until he could run around in the parking lot.

We spent the first 30 minutes trying to get him

to stay still.

This is what Aaron would look like with hair.

SEXY!

It didn't take too long before this little Dragon

was dancing in the streets!

Believe me, he's got some good moves.

Whenever we came across a car with suckers,

Beck would get Super Exited

and let out one of his famous, OHHHH!

It was close to the end and Beck came ran into this little guy.

They stared at each other for a minute

then He took Beckham's sucker!

Beck didn't like him too much...

After he made the rounds and showed off his dance moves to everyone

he sat on the curb and checked out all of his goods.

He made out very well.

He LOVED being out with everyone.

Truly all he wanted to do

was walk around and wave at everyone. He could have cared less

about the candy (that's for Aaron and ME)!

This kid already knows how to PARTY!

He made Halloween FUN AGAIN!!

We Love you Beckham.

Happy HAlloWeen, my little DraGon.

Pumpkin Walk

2010-10-26T20:35:00.003-06:00

I have to admit, I had never heard of a Pumpkin Walk before yesterday.

Aaron's family all got together

and we braved the cold weather to check out

the GREAT PUMPKIN WALK!

(it was really cold)

They had a bunch of different pumpkin displays.

Most of which were Disney theme.

This one was Thomas the Train.

My favorite part of the night was the

HEAD CUT OUT THINgIES!!!

I LovE THEM.

This picture maybe our Christmas Cards this year!

All the sister-in-laws with our mother-in-law as princesses.

One of my Favorite pics,

Uncle Drew!

All the Winder's with their Shelley High PRIDE!

GO RUSSETS.

Halloween is the best.

I love having crazy things to do.

The only thing I won't do is haunted houses,

TOo sCARY!

I can't wait to TRUNK OR TREAT.

BUCKET LIST

2010-10-24T13:08:00.006-06:00

I just realized I have a BUCKET LIST.

Here a few things I need to do.

1. I would love to Bike through Italy

2. Hike and travel all over Europe

3. Visit all of the States (only a few left)

Some of the things on this list I have actually done.

4. Cheer Boise State to their FIRST Fiesta Bowl Championship

CHECK

5. See Brett Favre play in Green Bay

CHECK

6. Meet the perfect guy for me and have a wonderful family

CHECK

The last on the list is Run a half Marathon

and Saturday I finally Ran one!

CHECK

Medal and All. I barely made it, if it wasn't

for this awesome lady, Lorrie, I wouldn't have been able to

make my last check on the Bucket List.

So thanks for the run LORRIE!

Cargo for ME!

2010-10-17T21:03:00.003-06:00

I have been eyeing this bike for a year or so. It would be so awesome to have.

Just my luck they are actually going to give one away!!!

I am trying my best to win one.

If you click on this website, MADSEN BIKES you can check out all their different bikes

and you can help my win... just by going to the site to look at

the amazing bikes!!

Can't you just see it now, me cruising the town on my cargo bike

with Beckham and Aaron in the back!!!

Visit the site and help me win!!!

THANK YOU

CARGO BIKES WITH MADSEN

Fall is in the Air!

2010-10-07T20:49:00.002-06:00

It's October and we're feeling the fall weather.

Beck had a quick trip the pumpkin patch with his cousins.

He conquered the maze to find the tractor, which he couldn't get enough of!

He was more excited to push it, rather than ride it.

Beck, just like his mom, cannot pass up

getting his picture taken in one of these things!

Good thing he has such fun cousins that join in with him!

Fall is my favorite time of year. I love the cool, crisp air,

Leaves changing color and falling to the ground,

and it is the start of the holiday season.

I am looking forward to spending time with

all our family and close friends.

L.A.Z.Y.

2010-10-06T13:41:00.002-06:00

(pic. has nothing to do with the post)

Last weekend I was out for a jog and I came across

a house in the neighborhood next to mine,

it had been toilet papered.

It was fun to see, I can't remember the last time

I had seen a house that had been hit!

As I kept on jogging, in the same neighborhood

I came across another house, toilet papered!

HAHAHA, good times.

But, as I kept running I started to think about the

houses that had been hit and I have to say,

I am a little disappointed in the younger generations.

No toilet paper in the trees, House tops were bare,

a few rolls draped over the bushes and wrapped around the mailbox. That's it.

BOOO. The kids did a crappy job.

As I crossed back into my neighborhood, I saw one more house

toilet papered!

Equally disappointed!

L.A.Z.Y.

The kids these days are lazy, they can't even put a little effort into

toilet papering a house right.

COME ON KIDS, TAKE SOME PRIDE IN YOUR WORK!

Last bit of sun

2010-10-03T20:00:00.003-06:00

I am determined not to take for granted the nice weather we are still having.

Rumor has it, it will all change next week... BOOOO!

We have been enjoying the sun all week long.

Tonight we took Beck out on a walk

and actually let him WALK!

He loved it!

When we got home the sun was just starting to go down

and Beck played with the hose and got

all wet!

I loved it!

It was quiet outside, perfect weather, Beck was excited,

After awhile he was soaking wet, tired, and ready for bed.

I am LOVING the weather right now.

30 day Challenge

2010-09-20T13:42:00.002-06:00

I am not sure where I saw this challenge

but as soon as I saw it

I knew it would be something I would like to try.

30 days without eating out!

Repeat... 30 DAYS without eating out!

I cannot remember the last time I went over a week

without eating out.

We do great during the week

but once the weekend comes, it is party time at our house!

No cooking and no doing dishes!

Well... Not for the next 30 days.

I have my menu for the WHOLE week and I will be cooking!

Any other takers on the challenge?

18 Months

2010-09-14T13:44:00.004-06:00

Yep! This little Fella is 18 Months old...

It has gone by so fast and I have enjoyed every minute of it.

It's hard to remember what it was like before he came into our lives.

Aaron and I get such a kick out of him(as I am sure all parents do).

Here is a list of 18 things Beck LOVES to do.

1. Eat Fruit (well... eat)

2. Pinch, this is a new one and not one of my favorites

3. The sunroof in our car

4. Smacking himself in the head when he is tired

5. Sleeping with 2 pillows, one for his head and one for his feet

6. Dancing/running

7. sweeping

8. When he's angry or annoyed he communicates by Grunting

9. Being outside

10. He loves stomping his right foot

11. Wrestling with his Dad

12. Refuses to hold my hand while we're walking

13. Riding on Bikes

14. Jumping on the trampoline

15. Getting into drawers that are off limits(usually only while I am watching)

16. Camping

17. Dogs

18. He gives the best LOVES

We Love you Beckham!

We're starting a tradition!

2010-09-09T18:39:00.004-06:00

It wasn't planned but it's working!

We're starting a NEW tradition.

For the last couple of years Beck and I have made our

way to Boise to visit my Bro and his Family

while Aaron mans the Funnel Cake booth at the Fair.

This year we ate at this great place, Flatbread Pizza.

Beck and his cousins found this little dog out front... I had to snap a few pics!

Some pics of us waiting to eat.

The Best Sister-In-Law in the world!

The little kids were able to make their own pizza

Than watch while they cooked it!

Pretty darn cool.

And the Pizza is TASTY!

After pizza, we headed down the road to Powell's. This candy store is unreal.

Honestly, I wanted everything.

My pictures do not do this store justice.

I ended up walking away with a sack full of salt water taffy

and some energy beans (for my running)!

I Love this area of Boise, it is so pretty,

and really with a candy store like Powell's

you can't go wrong.

I Also LOVE spending time with my

Brother and his AWESOME Family.

We're looking forward to our next trip!!

GAME DAY BABY!!!!

2010-09-07T18:17:00.004-06:00

Yesterday was full of emotions.

We had some pre-game jitters, waiting for the game to start.

We had a first quarter full of highs!!!

A second half full of LOWS, tears, cursing, and praying!

and a last minute full of screaming with excitement

a finally touchdown with only 1 minute left, to give us the WIN.

A true Bronco VICTORY, the only way the Bronco's know how to do it,

Keeping everyone on their toes!

Get the credit cards ready, we are on our way to the

NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP!!!

Makin Memories

2010-08-30T20:22:00.004-06:00

Last year I found this kiddie pool on clearance at Toys R Us.

All winter long, I thought about all the memories that we

were going make.

I thought for sure He would LOVE his pool, spend endless hours

jumping in and out, splashing around, while I bask in the sun.

Well, all he wanted to do was fill it up.

He Hated his pool.

I don't think he knew what to do in it.

All those memories crushed...

He does however, LOVE listening to the iPod.

He prefers anything with a good beat.

(he's a great dancer)

He also loves wearing my shoes.

He likes my running shoes(I am glad one of does), high heels, but

his fav are the Red TOMS.

I don't blame him, they're supper COMFY.

We may not be making swimming pool memories

Here at the Winder House,

But we are making memories!

Quick trip

2010-08-23T21:01:00.004-06:00

Really... Is it starting already?

I am thinking he is a little young to be on the phone,

but truly, he loves to pretend he is chatting it up!

Just like a teenager, he sat in back, on the phone,

while we drove to Jackson Whole

He was so pumped just to get out of the car.

As soon as his little feet hit the ground he was off and running, only

looking back, to give us the stink eye,

letting us know there was no way he was getting back

in the car, for the long ride home.

Beck was representing BSU.

We're looking forward to football season at our house,

it cannot get here fast enough!

Oh, my baby boy is getting all too big.

He is actually starting to get a neck!

Jackson Whole was the perfect way to beat the summer heat.

Peak a Boo with the cousin.

2010-08-19T19:52:00.005-06:00

One thing for sure is, Beckham is not lacking attention!

My brother's and sister's kids are all older

and love to play with Beck.

This past weekend we went to Twin Falls

because my sister and her son are here from Michigan.

We had a blast and probably ate way to much.

(here is beck getting attention from Aunt Danette.)

and Great Grandma Jensen

and his new favorite cousin, Keion!

A couple of weekends ago, Beck was baby sat by his Grandma Ann & Grandpa Tom Tom,

This is where he found his love for sunglasses!

It didn't take him too long before he spotted these gems

at Grandma Greats house!

The glasses were so dark,

Beck thought no one could see him

so he played his favorite game of Peak A boo with Keion,

Thanks for hanging with us.

We LOVED seeing you and can't wait till you move back to the

WILD WEST, with the rest of us!!

Just a bag?

2010-08-11T07:20:00.004-06:00

I can not describe the madness behind my urge of always wanting to buy a new handbag/purse.

Is it a girl thing?

I think the odd thing for me is, I never carry a bag.

I will see one in a store, online, or someone will have one and it's all I can think about.

I will want the bag more than anything else.

They're one of the best accessory out there.

I even risked my little sisters life in NYC for a Coach purse.

She went down the dark allies, behind locked doors to bring me back a cute, perfect, i'll never need to buy another black purse ever again bag!

Thank you Mikkel!!!

When it came time to buy a diaper bag for Beck, I had to have a

Kate Spade bag...

My sister-In-law Kristi has one and I have LOVED it ever since she bought it.

What I am trying to say is, I buy bags all the time and they always end up hanging over a chair or crammed up in my closet but never holding my stuff draped over my shoulder.

BUT once again I have found that perfect bag...

The HANNAH TOTE from Ellington.

SHould I or should I not make the big purchase?

Happy Bday My Man!

2010-08-08T07:52:00.003-06:00

This is honestly the last picture I have taken off Aaron! It was taken at the San Diego Zoo in MARCH... I really need a smaller camera that I can carry with me at all times,

for blogging purposes!

SO.... HAPPY BIRTHDAY AARON

Aaron actually ruined his birthday surprise by checking the savings account and seeing that we were a little low on our funds, so he got his present a couple weeks ago.

Kinda boring for the day of the birthday but he has been enjoying his gift.

I bought him a road bike.

After endless hours of running with me, he decided he would rather be a biker! I honestly can't blame him, I too love biking. Maybe now we can bike and run together.

PIPE DREAMS!

For his actually Birthday, we took Beckham to his Aunt Deena's

(Which is where he LOVES to be.)

And Aaron and I hit the town.

We saw a movie, I wanted Charlie St. Cloud, Aaron

since it was his birthday, picked Inception. It was good, but I couldn't

stop thinking about how good Charlie St. Cloud would have been!

After that, Dinner at The Snake Bite!! YUMMM.

It was so nice to spend time alone with Aaron. We really haven't

been on a date since Beck was born.

To be honest, I forgot how amazing Aaron really is.

He is so fun to be around, I love him so much.

He is the BEST husband. He tries everyday to make Beckham and me

Very happy, and he does make us happy!

Aaron is a hard worker, handsome, funny, outgoing, tall, bald, laid back, easy going, caring, road raging, lovin man of my dreams!

I am so happy with this Man of mine,

Hope you had a good Birthday, BIG 33!

Funnel Cake and FireWorks!

2010-07-06T15:19:00.006-06:00

This year was a lot like last year,

Aaron worked in the funnel cake booth all day

and Mikkel was nice enough to come and spend the day

with us. I think it was the FREE Funnel Cake

That reeled her in!

Beck spent most of his time walking back and forth,

being chased around by everyone.

He loved the live music

and if I can figure out how to download a video

from my phone, I will show you his amazing moves!

Later that night when we got home and Beck was a sleep,

I peaked in on him and this is what I found.

What I didn't realize is his leg was caught.

Who would think that thick thigh would slide in so easy

between those bars... Not so easy coming out!

The next night Aaron let fireworks off from our house.

Beck loved to run up to them until they started to make noise, then he ran

towards the stairs to get away from them.

This was his face during most of the fireworks.

I am going to say, it was probably a waste

of 40 dollars, or maybe he

thought we were lame for lighting them

so early in the evening!

Hope everyone had a fun 4th of July!

HGTV

2010-06-29T12:34:00.002-06:00

HGTV is often referred to at our house as, Karrie's Porn!!!

Aaron teases me all the time about watching it.

If the tv is on, chances are it's on HGTV.

A couple of days ago my sister Danette and I were talking

and she and her husband also have a thing for

HGTV!

She was telling me about this cute idea for a kids room.

As soon as she started to tell me all about it,

I knew it was going to be my next project.

So THANK YOU DANETTE and HGTV!

It is the pictures on the wall.

It is actually one of Beckham's books.

I tore the pictures out and put them on foam board.

HGTV put theirs in picture frames...

Beck LOVES it, he looks at them all the time and laughs.

He has even figured out a way to climb on the bed

so he can tear them off the wall.

(3m velcro strips are not a tough match for Beck)

Here is a closer look.

It was really easy to do and I love all the colors in the pictures.

As soon as Beck wakes up, this what he gets to look at now.

A little picture of Beck sleeping.

He keeps putting his legs through the bars

on his crib and they get stuck...

This kid is one in a million!

The power of a black T-shirt!

2010-06-27T12:28:00.002-06:00

It all started 2 years ago.

I needed a black shirt for a wedding.

I went for a classic black v neck.

Cotton and comfy...

a couple of months later,

pregnant!

That comfy T-shirt only fit for a few more months.

80 pounds later, the comfy T found it's way

to very back, dark end of my closet.

Beckham entered the world and

a few months later

I reached clear in the back of my

closet for that Black T!

I could have sworn I shrunk that shirt when I tried it on.

It was so snug.

Well, lets be real,

I could barely pull it past my chest...

Misery, depression, defeat, pity party.

Black T-shirt,

back to the end of the closet.

Plates of veggies, salads, holding the mayo, diet soda only, and

miles and miles of running later...

I once again reached for my comfy black T.

After dusting it off and trying it on...

It fit, the black T fit!

Baggy and comfy, just like it once was.

Tears welling up of joy,

Success, victory, plain old PARTY!

Oh the power of a black

T-SHIRT!

New shoes and the Zoo

2010-06-23T15:10:00.003-06:00

Beckham has been very LUCKY

to receive lots of shoes from his

older cousins,

maybe not ones that fit but he doesn't care,

he still LOVES to wear them!

These shoes are his favorite right now.

As soon as I get them on his feet, he takes off

running (as fast as he can) for the hardwood floors.

The sound of the shoe pounding on the ground

brings the biggest smile to his face.

So THANK YOU Owen for the NEW SHOES!

Now, a trip to the zoo with Aunt Kalli, Noah, and Olivia!

If you're thinking Beck looks un-interested,

YOU ARE RIGHT!

Noah and Olivia tried everything to get him excited.

Sitting on the rooster,

Playing in the nest,

Showing him the bunny,

I thought the zebra's were doing the trick.

He was staying in one place for more than 10 seconds.

A few more seconds and I realized he was only

enjoying banging on the fence.

Few more seconds and he was off!

He wanted to be Mr. Independent.

That has been the theme at our house

for awhile now.

So thanks for the effort at the zoo, Aunt Kalli, Noah, and Olivia!

(as you can see he is afraid Noah will try and grab his hand)

The Best Part Of the Zoo For Beck

is walking FREELY all by HIMSELF!

Did I blink?

2010-06-04T20:42:00.002-06:00

Today was another rainy day at our house

but that was not going to keep us inside.

It was going to be the first day that Beck had to wear

REAL SHOES!

Laces and All, he LOVED them.

Laces tied in a double knot and

Mr. B was up and at 'em

He couldn't get enough.

Tapping his feet on the wood floors,

picking them up as if they weighed 50 pounds.

The way the made him look

grown up, just like a little boy

no longer my bAby.

I swear I must have blinked and this BABY

Became a BOY!

Stop Already!

2010-06-02T09:33:00.002-06:00

Projects at our house start out with full force,

Me telling Aaron what I want.

Aaron sighing and thinking just another task on

his long list of projects.

Here is the latest.

Putting in a patio.

Perfect for this summer

Beck can run and play all day.

I can sit outside and enjoy the perks of being a

stay at home mom.

Well, this all started a month ago.

Aaron and I pulled all of our sod up

and ever since then it has rained.

I am not kidding buckets full of rain.

Every time we decide to pour the cement

the rain Gods come and pay us a visit!

Even Beck is sick of looking a circle full of dirt!

Come on out sun,

I have lawn furniture that needs

assembled and sat in.

We are going to attempt to pour tomorrow afternoon

fingers crossed that the rain will stop long enough

for us to finally get that patio put in and we can

move onto our next PROJECT!

B update

2010-05-26T09:07:00.003-06:00

This little guy is every where and in EVERY thing!

He loves to turn in circles until he is dizzy and falls down.

(which usually makes him mad)

When we go to the store he will grunt at people until they

look at him, then he will scrunch his nose at them.

He still continues to say, "what's this".

Favorite toy at my house, Bread pans and anything that is plugged into

the wall.

He loves licking floor and the front of the fridge...

weird!

He prefers to drink from a straw and not a sippy cup.

If at all possible, he wants to be outside and walking.

No more strolls in the stroller.

He is too big for that!

He loves going over to Sammy's house.

My friend Amy's little boy.

He is almost 3 years old and has WAY better toys and a DOG!

(that's where all the pics were taken by her hubby Brad!)

Learning to share...

2010-05-14T13:01:00.003-06:00

Yesterday was a big day for Beckham,

his cousins came over to play!

Love when this happens.

Beck is usually stuck at home with me, all day... BORING.

Hanging with the cousins... AWESOME!

Beck needs a little toughen up

and who better to do it than SOPHIE!

As you can see she won the battle of who got to play

with the balls!

But Beckham had a blast, sharing his toys and

marking his territory.

oh, and Lindsey,

if Annabell ever needs glasses

You can just send me the bill!

At least she's eating a banana. I would like to take

credit for that but I actually tried to give her pop tarts

she WANTED the banana!

What a good kid.

After Annabell and Sophie left Beck was back

to his old ways.

Hanging in the diaper

kicken' back in his favorite red chair!

Lookin' forward to the next party!

Mother's Day

2010-05-11T08:55:00.002-06:00

These two handsome fella's made my Mother's Day, PERFECT!

(well, it could have been better if Beck didn't wake up at 6:30 am)

We spent the whole day hanging out with each other. Pancakes for breakfast (Beckham's favorite), Taco spaghetti for lunch(my fave) and I don't remember what was for dinner!! I am sure something Aaron REALLY wanted.

The best part about Mother's Day is actually being a Mom. I love Beckham so much, he is a great kid. I tell him everyday that I am so happy he came to live with us.

Even after he hits me in the face with the flip stick, giving me a fat lip!

But it is true, he gives Aaron and I so much happiness.

Everyday it is something new with this kid!

Right now, he is discovering the art of temper tantrums and

eating all by himself. I am not real sure how to teach him

that he doesn't have to shove the Whole sandwich in his mouth at once!

It is a fun ride and I am glad Aaron and I get to be on it together!

I hope all the other Mother's I look up to had as much fun on their

Mother's Day as I did.

Happy Mother's Day!

First Words

2010-05-04T15:46:00.002-06:00

You would think with all the love this kid gets from his Mom and Dad, he would chose to say Mom or Dad as his first word...

Sometimes he makes sounds that sound like Mom and Dad

But he never calls us that nor is he able to say it on demand.

This kid LOVES to say "What's This".

All day, Every day!

As soon as he is pulled out of his crib

his little finger points to the light in his room

"What's this"

It doesn't stop until his little head is back on that pillow at the end of the day.

Oh, Beck...

To think I was dreading the "why" question.

(Old picture from his B-day. I haven't taken photos in awhile)

Beckham and his Grandma McBride

Did someone say COUGAR

2010-04-29T19:12:00.003-06:00

I know when I say I am a cougar you all probably think of this...

You know come to think of it, I just might be.

Aaron is a whole 2 weeks younger than me!

But, the truth is I am this type of a cougar

I am not completely sure if Hell has frozen over yet but it should be on it's way!

I am back in school and busy as ever.

To my fellow ISU folks don't worry

I am only taking classes online

and only certain classes that will transfer to ISU

Where I will graduate.

911

2010-04-23T13:23:00.003-06:00

Every Thursday I go to work and Beckham goes to his Aunt Deena's house.

This week was a little exciting at the Hillams.

For some reason Beckham, just like all other little kids,

LOVES PHONES!

I Could careless about my phone, so I always let Beck play with it.

Well, no more!

Beck was playing with Deena's home phone and she grabbed it from him and just hung it up. Instantly the phone rings. Apparently Beckham had called 911.

After Deena was questioned over and over about who was suppose to be watching the baby,

the police showed up at her house.

2 police cars later,

Deena is off the hook and no longer thought of as a neglecting babysitter.

I am so glad this happened at Deena's house and NOT mine.

So from now on, NO MORE PHONES!

Beckham update

2010-04-07T13:28:00.003-06:00

Beckham is almost 13 months old and I haven't posted an update on the things

he likes in awhile, so here we go!

Beckham is always happy when he is outside.

He is a dancing Machine.

This must be his stage because he loves to dance to the stairs.

His scooter plays nursery rhymes and he bust a move to it, all day, everyday....

His favorite song right now is, M.C. Hammer, Can't Touch This!

I think he gets his dancing skills from ME (Aaron would disagree).

He is into EVERYTHING!!!

I spend most of my days saying "NO, STAY OUT!"

The only time he slows down is when he gets stuck under something.

Bath time is a good time.

Beck loves to splash and play in the tub, while I get

to clean the bathroom!

The number one thing Beckham LOVES,

maybe even more than me,

(he's a Mamma's boy)

GRAHM CRACKERS!

He would eat them all day long, if I would let him.

This little man is becoming quite the handful. I have to be on my toes at all times.

Today we went to story time at Barnes and Noble and it was a good break

from being in the house and he liked playing with the other little kids.

I think we will do that every Wednesday!

At his check up he weighed in at 26.6 pounds

height 30.25 inches.

I think we have a little chunky baby on our hands.

Love ya "B"!

Easter

2010-04-05T13:27:00.003-06:00

This is Beckhams second Easter, but last year he was on lock down, due to a week in the NICU when he was born early, so this year we had to live it up!

I couldn't believe it when he took off crawling to his basket,

I was so proud, he was EXCITED for his toys!

Well... this little toy scared him,

he is a bit of a wimp,

it plays loud music and spins really fast.

While spinning the egg opens up and there inside is a baby chick.

After waking up to snow, we decided to head for Twin Falls for the EASTER EGG HUNT.

Every year my parents create some type of an egg hunt for the adults. How is this so successful you ask... MONEY! They have ONE GOLDEN EGG and inside of it 50 big ones. The hunt usually ends in some type of physical contact, but it is all in good, competitive fun!

This year Beckham had his own hunt.

As you can see, it was still cold in Twin Falls.

Instead of having the adults hunt for eggs, my parents decided to do

a lottery. Everyone had to draw a number and whatever number you had

that was the order you got to pick an egg...

No one could open their eggs until all the eggs where chosen, then the good times began!

The big winner was...

My little sister, KRISTEN!

I am already looking forward to next year when hopefully

Aaron or myself can be the one with the money shot!

Dreaming of Southern California

2010-03-28T16:58:00.009-06:00

Our vacation to Southern California went by way too fast.

I am sitting in my living room, freezing, heat turned up to 72 degrees.

I feel like if I close my eyes I can still see the waves crashing in on the beach,

the sun beating down warming us up, and no snow anywhere!

Back to Reality... AUGHHH

We had the best time,

Hiking in St. George

(Thank you Matt and Drue for the fun hike!)

Disneyland

Beck playing in the water, waiting for Grandma Ann to feel better after going on

SCREAMIN CALIFORNIA!

Grandpa Tom Tom was hooking Beck up with the good stuff!

Laguna Beach

(I wanted Aaron to show me where all the People lived from the show!

He thought I was an idiot!)

San Clemente

San Diego Zoo

This Camel was gross. I couldn't stop staring at it. The white stuff in his mouth is foam... YUCK!

Aquarium

(Beckham LOVED looking at the fish)

LegoLand

Sea life Aquarium

Long ride home in a snow storm.

We are already planning our next trip to CALIFORNIA!

Anyone want to come???

Working Mom!

2010-03-19T06:34:00.002-06:00

I have learned very quickly that it's not as glamorous as it sounds,

Working Mom.

It's tough.

Planning, waking up earlier, getting TWO people ready, and being on time!

That's a LOT to ask of one girl.

Yesterday...

Beck up and ready to roll and 5 am.

trying to ignore him so I can sleep 20 more minutes

unsuccessful.

Feed Beck, change his clothes, ignore the temper tantrum, 6 am

Beck back to bed.

Time to get ready before work.

Wake Beck up to go to Aunt Deena's for the day. 6:45 am

Go to Starbucks for a tasty drink

(I'm ignoring the point count with weight watchers)

Drop Beck off.

He is tired and wanting his Mom,

this is a first. Poor Guy.

It makes it hard to leave.

At work I decide to to run to the mall before seeing Beck at lunch.

He needs a hat for our vacation.

Excited for his new hat,

I hurry to Deena's to see if he will keep it on his noggin.

No such luck.

He wants to tear it off and put it in his mouth.

FIGURES!

Beck poops his pants.

I'll hurry and change it and go back to work.

Deena has only TWO wipes left.

I can make it work. I have done this a million times. I can clean him in two wipes.

Challenge is on!

Beck clean, feet still in air, crying starts.

I look down, more poo coming out!

CRAP!!

Hurry put diaper down

search for wipes in diaper bag.

notice my leg is getting really warm

look down.

PEE all over me!!

Great, I have to go back to work with pee leg.

BECKHAM!

Crying, scared, and tired.

I pick my little boy up and rock him for a few minutes

(after mess is cleaned up).

Lay him down for a little nap.

Off to work, with my pee leg.

Like I have said plenty of times before,

Being a Mom is a very dirty job,

and worth every minute!

My Baby Boy's ONE!

2010-03-13T19:34:00.008-07:00

My boy, my little baby boy is growing up too fast. I need a pause button! It goes by all too fast. I don't want to forget a single thing about him and this past year, but I will post about all that tomorrow. For today,

PARTY TIME

The decorations were very random. Just whatever popped in my head, that's what we

decorated with. His Birthday Cake, well... it's suppose to be a MONSTER

We had Lots of family and food. It was a perfect day ( besides the snow) for a bbq.

After all the good eats, then came the birthday song and cake eating.

I tried to get Beck to wear his Birthday hat, but he HATED IT!

I couldn't believe it, all that work for the best Bday hat EVER

and he refused to keep it on his head.

No big deal, right. He will love to eat his cake. I have been looking forward to this all week. Beck tearing into his cake, smashing his face into it, and smearing it all over the place. That's why he is wearing his old clothes.

DIRTY 'EM UP BUDDY!

NOPE he HATES that TOO!

He wanted nothing to do with the cake.

GREAT, I can't please this kid.

What does he want, an iPOD???

After we all screamed together, we moved onto presents (no ipod).

As you can tell, he was just as pumped for the presents, as he was for the cake and hat!

It was a great day. I love when family can get together and hang out.

Happy Birthday little fella!

Oh, and Beck wanted to thank everyone for coming!

Back from my Sabbatical

2010-03-05T19:06:00.003-07:00

I took a little hiatus from running but as of today I am back at it!

Snow or no snow, I cannot put off running any longer.

After my lunch date, with my favorite ladies Stacey and Mikkel, to Ross Park Drive Inn I had no choice but to run. I love to eat Taco spaghetti and my hips and thighs LOVE to hang onto everything I put in my mouth.

As soon as I got home,

I loaded Beck into his jogging stroller, Phil@Teds, and we were off!

I made it 10 steps out of my drive way before my lungs started to burn.

The pain in my gut kicked in around 2 minutes and literally didn't stop

until an hour after my run.

I only made it a mile.

One lonely mile.

gut gripping, lung burning, mile...

Oh boy, oh boy.

I have a long way to go to get to that half Marathon.

One day at a time.

No more time off.

I am a faithful, out of shape,

RUNNER!

Where's Beck???

2010-03-03T08:00:00.002-07:00

Lately Beck has been hiding out in a few places. In the hallway, playing with the vent. In the other hallway standing up against the hall closet, or the last place he likes is the window in the living room. So I checked all his HOT spots and he was nowhere!

I have to keep the blinds pulled up or else he can grab them and break them or better yet, remind me how dirty they are...

Of course, I should have known, the blinds I forgot to pull up,

that's where Beck is!

After a quick yell, "BECKHAM, NO NO!".

Lots and Lots of LAUGHING.

He thinks he is out smarting me.

It's on B, IT IS ON!

Boooo

2010-03-02T06:54:00.003-07:00

Come on Jake, Everyone knows you messed up.

Veinna... Come on!

Just wait until reality sets in. She is not the one. She is too young for you.

Thinking with your boy parts will not find you TRUE love.

It will find you other things, like, VIENNA!

But really, She is not even that cute.

Aaron said she was but she has weird eyes and likes to look at the ceiling when she talks.

My vote is, he screwed up with Ali.

Now I have to watch the Bachlorette.

The visious circle of reality tv.

Open mouth, insert foot.

2010-03-01T09:47:00.003-07:00

What is wrong with me

I continue to give people the worst compliments

I mean the best,

but it comes out terrible

I hardly ever realize it until minutes later

It usually happens at church

maybes it's because I am nervous because I don't really know the people I am talking to

so I try to come up with nice things to say...

You know, so they'll like me.

I don't think it's working!

Yesterday, I was sitting next to a really nice lady

about my age

she had a little baby

I was talking to her

don't even know her name

She said she had an 8 year old!

I quickly said, "WOW, you don't look old enough to have an 8 year old."

Thinking nothing of it.

Well, for all I know she could have got pregnant in high school!

This situation is mild compared to the other things I say.

I need to stop and think before I speak.

Someone put a muzzle on me!

A Very Merry Unbirthday to YOU

2010-02-22T06:46:00.004-07:00

This past weekend was the annual tea party at Grandma's house.

My little sisters put one on every year for the grandkids.

They put so much into it and it always turns out to be a blast. I am mad I didn't take more pictures of all the things they had set up, UGH!

When we arrived at "WONDERLAND" there was a sign on the door that said,

Welcome to Wonderland.

As we walked in the door, we were greeted by my little sisters dressed up as the Cheshire Cat, and I believe the other two were the Mad Hatters.

The table was set

We had everything from Veggie face plates

Fruit Kabobs

and cookies that said, Eat me and Take one

After a few group photos

We all sat down for our yummy lunch.

I think Beck's favorite part was the chocolate covered strawberry

After lunch all the kids got a mad hatter hat that they were able to decorate

and we played pin the mouth on the Cheshire Cat.

I am so mad I didn't get a picture of it.

Maddy, my niece drew a picture of the cat and colored it! I looked awesome!

The day was finished with the FISH POND!!!

Beck got the cutest sock monkey

The kids all got great gifts.

I even got a little something!

I am mad I had no pics of the rest of the day.

It was so much fun!

I am glad my Sisters are so creative

and take the time each year to put on the tea party!

So thank you to everyone who pitched in

and I look forward to next year!

Cheap is GOOD!

2010-02-13T10:39:00.003-07:00

I have wanted a console table from Pottery Barn for Years!

I don't however, want to pay $800.00 dollars for it

This is the table I always look at online

Waiting patiently for it to go on clearance

The other day it WAS on sale

$699.00

WHAT! THAT'S THE SALE!!

COME ON, I thought we were in a recession!

Well, I refuse to pay that much for a table.

So I did the next best thing,

I had my Brother in-law MAKE IT.

He did an awesome job.

And for only $250.00 dollars, I had my Console Table.

This is it.

Even better than I had imagined. It only took him 1 day to build.

It took Aaron and I 1 month to stain and finish it!

Thank you for all your hard work Todd!

We LOVE IT!

A Little Beaver in Beck's Bed

2010-02-09T13:37:00.002-07:00

There must be a little Beaver in Beckham's bed because when I went to get him out of bed this is what I found...

Those are teeth marks!

When I asked Beck if he did it, this is the look he gave me.

When I questioned him and said, "Beckham, you are the only little boy that sleeps in this bed. Are you sure you didn't do it?"

This is what I got.

A LOT of ATTITUDE!

FINE Beck, You win! There must be a little Beaver who sleeps next to you

Who LOVES to eat your bed.

Of course this is something he can agree with!

Junior Mints

2010-02-06T20:50:00.002-07:00

I can't quit figure out what they put in these things that make them so addicting.

Could it be the tasty chocolate or the smooth, minty middle.

Either way

My loving husband bought me a CASE of them from SAM'S club today.

Half of the case is in the freezer, waiting patiently to be eaten!

It's best to eat them frozen.

I use to think my mom was nuts for passing up on the

"GOOD" candy bars

and heading straight for the Junior Mints

But look at me now,

A married, Mom...

loving Junior Mints

(must be true, you end up being just like your parents)

Mornings with Beckham

2010-02-03T15:59:00.005-07:00

A typical morning with Beckham

Sleeping on top of the covers, not under them.

Binkie stuck on thumb, not in mouth!

Wake up and take a nice, long, bubble bath.

After the bath, breakfast is served.

Just what he ordered... CREPES with LOTS of powder sugar

After a breakfast like that, I like to believe he is singing my praises!

The one thing mornings are not around here... BORING!

Now that he is on the move I really have to watch him. I can't believe how good I had it. 10 months of knowing he wasn't going anywhere. Where I put him is where he would be when I got back...

I still know where he is going to be...

it's the places I tell him not to go!

Oh B, I can tell we have a lot of adventures coming our way!

Could this be why Moms are CRAZY!!!

2010-01-28T13:44:00.003-07:00

Last night started out like all the other nights we have at our house

dinner around 5:30, Beckham asleep at 6:00.

This is where everything changes

Beckham up and crying 7:00 pm

feed Beck and back to bed 7:30 pm

Beg Aaron to play Super Mario Bro's for the Wii

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

LOVE THAT GAME!!!

Laying in bed watching TV 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Fast asleep by 10:30 pm

Beck up crying at 12:00 am

feed him, change diaper, and back to bed 12:30 am

Beckham up and crying 3:00 am

Me ignoring beckham until he falls asleep 3:15 am

Beckham up and crying 3:30 am

Try feeding Beck and change diaper back to bed 3:45 am

Beck up and crying 5:00 am

me freaking out 5:00 am to 5:15 am

Beckham still crying

Me, throwing the blankets marching down the hallway

knocking the sconce off the wall

sconces lands on my head and leg, bruising both

get Beck out of bed, try to feed him.

He BITES me

(first and last time)

Aaron offers to stay home from work to take care of Beckham

Aaron off to work 5:45 am

Beckham back to bed, me in the shower 5:50 am

Beckham up at 6:15 am, for the day!

Drop off at Aunt Deena's, off to work 7:15 am

Pick up Beckham, tired, heading for Wal-Mart to buy MILK 12:00 pm

Hungry

Stop at McDonalds

Get home, put Beckham down for a nap 1:00 pm

Eat all of my food from McDonalds

Get groceries out of the car 1:30 pm

Eat recess peanut butter cup

eat two more!

I am exhausted and it's only 2:00 pm

It truly is NOT our faults, as Moms, that we are a little crazy!

It's Survival MODE!

I still LOVE you more than anything BECK!

The long hard road!

2010-01-19T20:14:00.005-07:00

After all the blood, sweat, and tears, it has FINALLY HAPPENED!

Baby Beckham has started to crawl!

Nothing fast paced but he is still putting one hand in front of the other and scooting with his

little knees and toes.

He can also go from "crawling" to sitting back on his bum!

Oh, I am such a proud Mom.

Lock up the fridge folks, Beckham is moving!

(this is not Beckham, or my fridge!)

WOW, 10 Months

2010-01-13T06:45:00.004-07:00

My Little boy is 10 months old today!

He is the happiest baby,

I think it's because he gets EVERYTHING he wants

but with a face like his, how could you not give him everything!

He has finally got 2 teeth in. He wont let me get pictures of them

but they are on the bottom and he is working on his two top teeth.

He loves playing with his Dad.

When Aaron comes home from work we can usually hear him come through the garage and Beckham lights up. He will peak around the corner to see if he can see his Dad

and when he does, it's all laughs and smiles!

One thing he is not doing is crawling...

He will do this pose all day long but it never fails he falls to his belly

and cries. I know he will get it soon and then I will wish he was still trying to

crawl. He is however, very good at Yoga!

This is him in downward dog!

He also LOVES to eat whatever I am eating. Everything from my morning Smoothie to my spicy pork salad at dinner. Nothing phases this kid, he loves food, spicy or not!

He has learned how to give the fake smile and gives it to all the old

ladies at the grocery store.

He loves music. He will stop whatever he is doing and listen. When we watched Glee, he was right there with us.

He still loves his bed and taking baths.

He hates to get his finger nails clipped and face wiped off.

2 more months and this kid will be a year old!

I have no idea where the time has gone

but I have loved having Beckham in our lives

Even right now when he is on the floor crying, he must be on his hands and knees

and not able to move!

LOVE YOU BECKHAM,

I AM COMING TO SAVE YOU!

Glee, oh Glee, oh Glee

2009-12-30T16:46:00.003-07:00

I am fully addicted, I am talking Peanut Butter Candy addicted!

After one episode I ran to Hastings and rented the whole season.

It did not disappoint.

I cannot believe it took me this long to start watching Glee.

Where have I been?

Even Aaron couldn't stop watching, or dancing!

I love every minute of this show...

When does the next season start?

We watched the whole first season within 24 hours!

It's full of misfits, jocks, and cheerleaders

and they all come together to be friends and support each other,

But really, That's just how Sue C's it!!!

Christmas 2009

2009-12-26T20:23:00.003-07:00

For Beckham's first Christmas we decided to start our Christmas eve out by making homemade pizza!

This is B waiting for his slice!

Aaron waiting to pull the pizza out of the oven.

After pizza we headed out to look at all the Christmas lights and spend a little time with Aaron's family.

Aaron and Beckham waiting for to go see the lights.

We had a little Christmas miracle at our house. Beckham ended up sleeping all night long!! When he woke up he helped Aaron look at his stocking (he didn't really care about his)!

He did however love his basketball hoop. Good call Santa.

After we showered for the day, cleaned up boxes and wrapping paper we headed over to Aaron's parents house for a tasty dinner and more presents.Aaron had plenty of Christmas Cheer (in his egg nog).

By the end of the night Beckham was worn out but he was still able to

help me out with opening gifts.

He also slept all night long again. I think it was his new Christmas PJ's. They have a special power to them. He is not wearing them tonight, so we will see how the night plays out,

Fingers Crossed!
We had a great Christmas. A lot of good times with Family and Aaron has a week off of work so we will get a lot of quality time together. Can't beat that!

Hope you all had a Merry Christmas!

Holiday Cheer

2009-12-23T16:38:00.006-07:00

For the last couple of weeks I have been wanting to do something nice for someone but every time I think I know who or what we should do, it doesn't work out.

I have been feeling like I am missing the Christmas spirit and I feel caught up in the worldly part of Christmas this year.

well, the last couple of days I have been completely deflated, tired and worn out.

Beckham's teething, up all night and we are both miserable.

Today around 11:00 am, someone was ringing my door bell.

I look like a had just been hit by a bus.

I had just brushed my teeth and washed my face for the day.

It was my new neighbor

The day she moved in I took over a loaf of Banana bread and welcomed her to the neighborhood

She is from Rhode Island and a retired hair dresser!

Believe me she fits both stereo types...

LOVE HER!

Anyway, the first thing out of her mouth was, "ARE YOU OKAY?"

I know I looked like Hell

After explaining my last couple of days to her, she had the nicest things to say.

My favorite, "You're so pretty, you don't need to worry about it".

She had bought Beckham a stuffed animal for Christmas

and Chocolate for Aaron and me.

Just having her at my house for a few minutes really lightened and made my day.

I no longer felt tired or sorry for myself.

I quickly realized what she had just given my

The Christmas Spirit I had been looking for!

It didn't take her leaving money on my door or giving us presents

it was her kind genuine words that lifted me up and made me happy.

It truly is the little things that make the biggest impact.

I hope I remember this the whole Christmas season.

Thank you Germaine!

Nine months

2009-12-19T13:59:00.003-07:00

Last week Beckham turned 9 months old.

The day started out great but didn't end up so well. Beck had his check up with the Dr and he wasn't suppose to get shots but the Dr recommended the flu shot, so he got one. He did great until we got into the car, then he just started bawling!

I felt so bad for him.

When we got home I laid him down for a nap. After about 5 minutes I went in and checked on him and this is what I found... He was wiped out!

After his nap, we had to give him tummy time. The Dr. was saying he "should" be crawling by now. So, I left him on his stomach until he started bawling. When I picked him up he had smacked his head on his toy truck and cut his eye!

After that I let him jump in his jumper. He loves it and I felt bad for him.

The next day, back on the floor

He started out in a good mood, trying his best to move and get to things he's not suppose to.

Not to much longer and he was done...

He wanted off his stomach and back on his bum or in his jumper,

really anywhere other than on his stomach!

I am glad to say he is getting mobil and I am not too worried about him crawling.

He will get it.

Aunt Mikkel was so nice and brought him a cookie from Germany.

You can't tell but he was pumped.

At his 9 month check up he was weighing at 21.13 (70%). Height 28" (41%) head 18" (62%).

He is still my little husky boy and I am loving every minute of it!

Beckham still loves empty water bottles, clapping his hands, and taking baths!

Why oh why?

2009-12-15T08:54:00.004-07:00

I ask myself why every time I make Peanut Butter Candy.

Why do I torture myself.

No, Not from depriving myself

from gorging!

I was only making them for Christmas plates for the neighbors

but something went wrong

when the store was out of carmel

and I was unable to finish all my treats.

I was left stranded with a huge plate of

PEANUT BUTTER CANDY.

I literally ate 5...

5 pieces of candy for BREAKFAST!

Oh, I better finish the Christmas plates fast

there are only 4 pieces left,

and yes, I blame the store that was out of the Carmel!