Loss of innocence

So Bren has been struggling with the whole idea of Santa, the tooth fairy, and the Easter bunny. He says he's just not sure that they are real. He has some very valid points. I mean, we all know that these guys don't exist but that's where the magic comes in. He is so much like Troy. He has to be able to prove it in order to believe it. I have been gearing up for "the talk" but I don't think i am the girl for the job. I want my little boy to just be able to believe for a few more years! I will think of something good and keep you updated. Just know that this mama is sad and excited for my boy...

So I have been a little (a lot) remiss in updating my blog. I am sorry. I just didn't think that people checked it. So, I'm back and will try to stay as current as possible!

Most recent has been our Easter. Despite a few setbacks, Wes had to go to the clinic because of pink eye and our power went out for a couple of hours, we had a lovely day! The kids dyed eggs the night before and we had a Easter egg hunt after the sugary breakfast wore off! I will download pictures as soon as possible!

Happy birthday party!

Summer pics...

Our summer was amazing! I am sad to see it go...

It's been a while...

Today was a good day! Without going into the long past months that I haven't posted anything, I though I'd just upload a great picture of my kids in our backyard having some summer fun!

Happy Birthday Wesley!

Wes is 2!

Who's 2? Wes is!

Clever little cupcake cake. Wes is head over heals for trains!

I know that I say this every year, but I can not believe how old he is getting! He's grown so much since last year! Today Wes can count to ten, knows his left from his right, says his ABCs, can identify all his letters, and is working on his address. He is a delight to play with and a handful to say the least. He's learning his boundries and pushing the limits with every decision. He loves to play with his trains and chasing after Brenden and Annie. I am a very blessed mama! Today I am a proud mama of an amazing 2 year old!!

It's been a while...

I could write a lie, something very poetic and lovely, but the honest truth is I haven't really had anything great to say. You know the old adage, "If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all." Well that's kinda where I've been. Don't get me wrong, I have a great job, a lovely home and an amazing family. That's what really matters right? Mmm...

I've been in a private slump. I've been working through it and I'm on the upswing. Life has just handed me a stack of cards that I'm not really sure how to play. This December has been the toughest of my life. Yes, I do know that it's the middle of February. The anniversary of mom's death had me really low. I'm not sure why this year was any different but it just felt heavier. Then her mother unexpectedly passed. I want to say that she died of heartache but I'm not really sure why it was her time. I know that I have no idea of the bigger plan and I am looking for the bigger lesson, but I am a little lost. I felt my most vulnerable and then I was thrown another curve to navigate. This is what life is like. But really? Not really sure where I'm going with this but today is tough. Guess today is just gonna be a rough one, could be the rain who knows. Pity party! Table for one!