Butterflies

We have had an exciting last couple of weeks over here.  Connor had been given a butterfly kit and we decided the spring was the perfect time to use it.

Inside the box was a postcard to mail off for the caterpillars.  We spent a week watching them eat and get bigger every day.  

After they turned into chrysalis, we moved them over to the big net and waited for the butterflies to appear.  Connor was so excited when the first one came out.  He named all 9 of them and had lots of fun watching them fly around.

This past Saturday we had the Armstrongs over so we thought it was the perfect time to let the butterflies go.  

 Jenna and Connor both took turns unzipping the net so the butterflies could fly free.

 Most of them didn't fly too far away so Connor was able to hold a few.

We had such a fun time watching and learning more about these beautiful butterflies!

Happy 19 Months Carson!

This month Carson has really let his little personality shine.  I think he has finally decided that it is pretty fun to be in the spotlight once and awhile.  

He repeats everything Connor says and does.  Thankfully its mostly been good things so far. :)

  Saying lots of new words every day.  Here are a few I can think of:  Mama, Dada, Brother, Connor, Mimi, Nana, Poppa, more, "ish" (fish), "peease" (please), ball, up, no, yes, car, "sir sir" (yes sir), "ank you" (thank you), byes see you, here ya go... He can also add in lots of animal noises, numbers, and body parts... I'm sure there is more I'm forgetting.  

Always wants to be on the go!

LOVES all kinds of chairs and climbing in them.

Working on counting and saying the ABCs, but really thinks clapping at the end to celebrate is more fun.

Takes 1 (~3 hour) nap a day and sleeps from around 7:00pm-7:30am

Could pass out hugs and kisses all day long.  He is such a loving baby and especially loves to snuggle with us.  When other kids are around you can usually find Carson chasing after them trying to hug and kiss them.  He is such a little lover!

Makes the funniest facial expressions I have ever seen.  He has got his pout face down!

Constantly tries to wrestle with Connor.  It always makes me laugh that Carson is the one to start it. He comes from behind and grabs on his back until Connor takes them down to the ground.  Then they roll around on top of each other laughing and giggling.  He thinks this is the BEST game ever while I just wait for someone to get hurt. :) 

Best Friends

Happy 19 Months, Carson!

Elmo, Soccer, and Mother's Day

Friday morning we headed to a birthday party for our friend Tara.

 She was turning 3 and had a fun Sesame Street themed party.

 Elmo even made a surprise appearance at the party.

 On Saturday the Tiger Dragons had their last game.  For some reason the other team did not show so the dads helped lead a 2 on 2 scrimmage.  They loved it because they all got to make tons of goals.  It was the perfect end to a great season.

 My Mother's Day started off with lots of  sweet hugs and kisses. Then I came downstairs to find some beautiful flowers and a pancake breakfast.

 I have the best job in the world getting to be "Mommy" to these two boys.

 After church we headed out to the Salt Lick with Nana and Poppa.  Cole and I are blessed to have 2 amazing moms!

 Apparently looking at the camera and smiling was optional today. :)

It was a great Mother's Day!

Hope you had a wonderful weekend too!

Time to Party

Connor's soccer season is coming to a close and we celebrated this past Wednesday with a pizza party.  My role as "team mom" was to organize the party so we headed to a local pizza place for pizza and cupcakes.  The kids were so excited!

Here are 3 of the Tiger Dragons:  Connor, Madeline, and Hudson

Kendall in the middle is also on the team.  Harper and JJ's little brother also got to join in on the fun.

One of the highlights of the evening was when the kids were awarded their trophies.  Coach Clayton and Coach Jeremy did a fantastic job with them this year.  We were really blessed to get placed with such great coaches!

Connor had been dreaming about this trophy all season.

His trophy is now proudly placed on his bookshelf in his room.

Our last game is coming up on Saturday.  It has been a fun experience for all of us being apart of this team.  Go Tiger Dragons!

Date Knight

Tuesday night Connor and I had our first official date night. Our local Chickfila was hosting a special event for moms and sons so it was the perfect opportunity for just the two of us to go out.    

 They had the tables all decorated and waiters came to serve us.  Connor thought it was so cool that they made the restaurant look like a castle.  The boys even got a rose to give to their mom. 

 After dinner we headed to Barnes and Noble for some new books.  Connor has become really interested in trying to read after learning a few sight words.  I also got a few chapter books that we have been reading a nap time.  

It was a great night with my little man!

Weekend In Review

This weekend we....

scored a goal in the soccer game

celebrated Hudson and Harper's 4th birthday

learned more about Jesus at church

passed out about 1,000 hugs and kisses

and enjoyed our time together at home.

"Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, 

for his compassions never fail. 

They are new every morning; 

great is your faithfulness."

Lamentations 3:22-23 

Checking In

It is hard to believe May is already here!  I thought I would check in and fill you in on what we have been up to.   I also had a chance to finish up Carson's 18 month post so be sure to check that out.

Happy 18 Months, Carson!

This cutie continues to keep me on my toes.  He is smart, witty, sweet and stubborn all rolled up in one.  It is hard to believe in one short month he will be 4! 

We have 2 more soccer games left in the season.  His coaches have been wonderful and kept the focus on getting out there and having fun.  This has been a great experience for Connor.  He has definitely learned a lot about what it means to be a part of a team.  A few games ago Connor even scored 2 goals (one for his team and one for the other team.)  He was very proud of both of them!

We also have made our first trip to the pool for the summer.  Both boys had a blast!  Carson wanted to jump in off the side of the big pool over and over.  We are going to have to keep our eye on this little dare devil.

Lots of time has also been spent on planning our next home.  We are so excited about our new neighborhood and lot!  We officially close on our land this month.  So now to the hard fun part of making decisions on our house.

We have also been busy planning for Connor's birthday party.  I have so much fun planning all the details and am really excited about his theme this year.  We are having a "camping" party.  Connor is so excited and loves to hear all about the things I have planned.  It should be fun!