Ashten's Baptism

Ashten's Baptism

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Last Weekend was Ashten's Holy Baptism...We had hoped to do it sooner but the holidays of Thanksgiving and Christmas mysteriously got in the way...so therefore he was Baptized last weekend at 4 months...Both sets of Grandparents and Godfather Chris, Godmother Lisa (and family) were in attendance...It was as you could say, quite eventful..for a Baptism!

Here Daddy is handing Ashten his Holy Cross (given to him by Godfather Chris) at the Church where it was brought to be blessed...Daddy had a very large brain lapse (who gives a 4 month old something to hold and expects them to hold it)...as he actually GAVE him the breakable cross, which YES was broken by Ashten as he threw it to the floor...

Gramma Chris holding Ashten in his handsome Baptismal gown (made by Gramma Nina) that his big brother, Preston, also wore....

Ashten being blessed with the holy water...and yes he screamed bloody murder!

Ashten also felt it was necessary to bless his pacifier and tossed it in the holy water for Father to retreive..(See father drip drying the pacifier, mommy doing the mortified "oops" face, Godfather Chris breaking in laughter, and Godmother Lisa trying not to break into a smirk)

The Godparents-Aunt Lisa and Uncle Chris with Ashten and Father Matthew

Mommy, Daddy, Godparents, Ashten and Father

The Family photo with my side after the ceremony

and the family photo with the other Grandparents..(sorry the camera died before we got the shot of Daddy's side of the family)

Ashten posing with his cake..which by the way was late getting done and had his name initially spelled wrong when Mommy went to pick it up...

at home barely safe (Daddy almost put us in the ditch) to open presents...

As I stated it was an eventful day...and there were surely more "oops" moments in the day, but who really wants to hear about all of them...Ashten's Baptism was certainly memorable and we thank everyone who came to be part of it...onto more fun pic's from the weekend

Godfather Chris with both of his nephews....

Preston opening presents with Papa...it was Valentine's Day...here he is reading one of his many cards and notice the adorable puppy he received in the front ground of the pic watching over everything...

Ashten chillin with Papa


On Sunday, we decided to go over to Dave n Busters for some good food and family fun...Godfather Chris making Ashten bust up laughing..

Preston and his toy from the tickets...

Daddy and Preston racing the motorcycle against Papa...as the family watched on...

Papa and Ashten....

and Papa and Ashten one more time before we they left....I don't think Papa let to many other people hold A man this weekend...He got a lot of attention and love and he enjoyed every minute of it!

and before Nina and Papa left they gave Preston a "Time out" mat...which Preston decide it was only appropriate to get to use it ...unfortunately...he thinks it is AWESOME and now when he goes to Time Out he requests it as if it were a special treat....therefore I don't think it is serving it's purpose

Thanks again to everyone for a great weekend...we love seeing the family and spending time with them whenever we can...and the boys love it even more...very upset when everyone was gone!

Monster Jam

Monster Jam

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On Saturday, Daddy and Preston decided they need some "boy" time and headed out to the "MONSTER JAM" truck rally/race and left Mommy and Ashten behind....Good idea too because I guess it was extremely loud and smoky from all the exhaust fumes...Daddy still claims he smells..

of course little P had to call his Mommy to tell her all about the BIG trucks!

I think it was all a little intimidating to Preston still...In order to get him to warm up to the BIG trucks, Daddy invented the game..."kick the tires"...good idea Daddy!

Although he was very well behaved and watch intently--I was told he really just had the look of shock on his face the entire time...

It was good for them to get out together and for Mommy to have just Ashten time. After the boys arrived home, we went to a Progressive Dinner around the neighborhood and had a FABULOUS time...Unfortunately Daddy misplaced the Diaper Bag early in the night and we didn't get any pictures...I am sure Daddy may have planned this as it was probably best we didn't get any pictures of him that night...

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Elmo Live!

Elmo Live!!

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Preston got to take in his first BIG show with Mommy at the Sprint Center on Monday and BOY was it a BIG ONE!!! Elmo and all the Sesame Street Characters were in town and Mommy decided that it was a perfect "date" to take her little man too...and wow was I right...he loved it...Let me say that again...HE LOVED IT! Seriously without a doubt --the best money spent...including the ripoff $10 parking...I told him quite early in the week which was good and bad...the excitment of going to see ELMO was almost too much too handle...and everytime we left the house--he thought we might be going...every other word he spoke was a question about the show...So when it was actually time and he got to put on his ELMO attire it was amazing!

a thanking kiss to Mommy for the tickets...

Waiting to pick up our tickets at will call...When we pulled up to the Sprint Center...I think it was a little intimidating...the building is HUGE...My little man was a little nervous and wanted me to carry him....it was very cute...

a phone call to Daddy to share in the excitment of where he was at...and yes...we already made a call to Nina and Papa on the road....He kept asking if I was ready and if I was excited...

No show is complete without the SUGAR.....a little cotton candy and juice...

and the stars of the show..our seats were pretty high up, but they were awesome seats....I was a little worried he may lose interest...but nope...NOT a chance....it's ELMO!

the visor must have been impending his view or dance moves....so he turned it around! Yes, yes he danced up a storm and for those sitting around us...I think they got quite a chuckle out of how much Preston LOVED the show...

on the way out, he was ready to do it again....I tried to explain it was over...but he kept insisting we go back...tears were shed, fake tears were shed...and then finally a short nap on the way home...It was a very long show and I too was quite exhausted ...when we got home however...tears were shed again...as he wanted to go back...it is so hard to explain it all to a toddler...It was an amazing afternoon though...and can't wait for another "date" with my little cutie!

Clowning Around....

Clowning Around...

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This past Wednesday, Mommy, got to take a well deserved (atleast I think so ) night out with the girls...Daddy was gracious enough to stay at home with the boys and give Mommy some girl time...It was a lot of fun, but definetely am looking forward to a night out with just Daddy next time...Here we are "clowning around" with the camera before I left...

We haven't done a self portrait in awhile...

Ashten not happy Mommy was leaving....he is spoiled for sure!

Preston Cheezin with Mommy!

I think the boys had fun with "boy time" atleast that is what I am told...and I am lucky to have a hubby that enjoys and takes his "boy time"!

"It's HUGE Mommy!"

It's HUGE Mommy!"

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Today, Preston and I woke up...went downstairs...got our cereal ...and turned on the TV...although rather than turning on Sesame Street (as usually) Mommy turned the TV on to NBC...Preston inquired "What's that Mommy?? It's HUGE!"....Yes, indeed I told him...it's HUGE in more ways than one...He was looking at the crowd of people gathered to watch the inauguration of Barack Obama....So all morning he kept tell me "It's the inauguration Mommy, it's huge.." What a great memory to have on such a momentous day!!

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Not too much new to report on the homefront...Ashten is still giving us quite a stir prior to bedtime..He is so soo soooooo tired, but really hates nightime and the dark...Poor guy...He must learn to "get over it" as Mommy and Daddy are urging on the brink of sleep deprivation...Okay-maybe not that bad...but things do need to change...His process usually starts with fussiness from 5:30 on...until he nurses and goes to bed at 7-7:30ish...and then cries for the next two hours...He is however sleeping longer now (once he falls asleep) and only waking once in the early morning hours (4:30-6:30ish) to nurse...and then going back to bed...

Preston has become a MAJOR fan of football...and loves nothing more (other than cartoons...of course) than to watch Football with Daddy and wear his Chiefs jersey ...Of course Ashten must wear his as well....yes, we know the Chiefs are not playing but he still feels he must be in uniform!

Ashten has also been introduced to the Bumbo...something we have never done with Preston...He enjoys the view for a few...but Mommy is still worried he is a tad young to sit in their too long...His poor head looks awefully heavy for those tiny shoulders!

and floor time is another favorite in our home...this is Ashten's view...

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Happy New Year!!

Happy New Year

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Happy New Year to All! We rang in the New Year up at our Neighbors...guess that is life with two little ones now...But we had a blast!!! Ashten was Amazing (he slept most of it) and Preston made it til Midnight...what a trooper! He even did a New Year's toast with his buddy Brent..

Yes, everyone was shocked as I handed my champagne glass over to my two year old to indulge...It was quite a chuckle for me as they all gasped...but I let them in on the little secret that by Midnight...Mommy had switched to water!

The New Year has been quite busy thus far...Besides general house cleaning and pick up, we have been busy seeing friends, going to Bday parties, and having fun playing with lots of new toys.. At one of the Bday parties, Preston found himself a mask...Look out Batman 12--I think we have a potential candidate for the Batman!

We have also had a few milestones...Ashten has now official rolled over from Front to Back (he's done it 4 times now) so I believe it is not just a fluke....What a BIG boy he is becoming already...He did the Back to Front roll awhile back...He has also found his hands and loves when his Big Brother plays with him...or atleast in front of him to watch....

Preston also had his two year old Parents as Teachers test...which he did pass...thankfully--I wasn't quite sure if he would since he did not want to answer any of Ms Amy's questions at first...Imagine that...My son a shy one...well it didn't last too long I can assure you that..but the questions were tough...and some answers even suprised mommy...He had to do alot like: stack small blocks, count them, tell her his friends names, what it meant to be hungry, thirsty, and tired, answer questions about a serious of pictures, stand on one leg, jump and leap over things...What a big boy he has become!

Christmas Time!!

Christmas Time!!

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We had a wonderful Christmas this year....and after the hustle and bustle of the past two weeks...I have a few pictures to share...We had a great time at home on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day as just a family of four before heading out to Iowa to see the family....Here are a few of the pic's from our trip....

Enjoying good food with the cousin's...

The boys....Grampa Steve, Jason, Preston and Ashten...

Preston, Aiden and Ainsley....looking for the missing car.....good thing Aunt Kathy came to the rescue...and Yes I have pictures...Kathy can thank me later for not posting that one...

Preston and Aiden...I think they had a good time as usual playing...

The cousin's created their own game of pool.....thankfully no fingers were smashed...

On Saturday--we decided a trip to Nina and Papa's version of Chuckee Cheese....Fun City was in order...it was not so Fun for us in the beginning (or atleast not mommy)...Preston and Ashten were a little overly tired and ready for bed by 5pm....they however both warmed up a little as the night went on....one of Preston's favorite activities was of course using the ticket muncher with Aunt Lisa!

Godfather Chris and his Girlfriend, Maddie

Although not many naps were found by the two boys....Ashten did find a cozy spot on Nina for a slight nap....

Preston and Papa enjoying what else...but a snack...

Uncle...oops--I mean Godfather Chris and Ashten...

Aunt Lisa, Dustin and Tanner and the boys....

Lots and Lots of gifts were opened over the holidays...all of which have been used and enjoyed already...We really had an AMAZING christmas and think we got all that we wanted.....we are so thankful and blessed!

Sorry--love the cuddle time we have in the mornings with the boys...no they do not sleep with us...but they do LOVE to wake Daddy up since he always seems to sleep later than us...and being in someone else's home was no different!

Before we left town, Preston and Ashten had a few visitors...Jace stopped by to open exchange a gift..and oh my...I think I forgot how adorable he is in person!!

and the Debi and Kirsten came by to play Santa as well...

Kirsten is quite the little helper...I really wish she lived closer to us...perhaps I can talk her parents into moving....*hint *hint!

As I said we had a great time visiting family and enjoying the holidays as a family of four...it was quite hectic at times--I am not going to lie..but think I live off that sometimes....We are glad to be home and getting back on a schedule though...the boys are just not the same when they are out of their environment and schedules...The tree is down, decorations are put away and we are just working on getting everything back into order...that may take awhile though..