Coincidence, or not??

How ironic (or is it?) that on the day Charlie goes in for his 2 year well visit at the pediatrician's office, he throws about 10 tantrums. We witnessed 4 in the doctor's office itself, and that was at 4pm. That doesn't count the 5 this morning, or the 2 between waking up from his nap and leaving for the doctor's. It has been quite the day...

37 Week Belly Pics

Ok, this might be it. I am not sure I can keep taking pics of myself, but here is me at 37 weeks, taken this weekend.

Uncomfortable is where I am. But normal for the last 4 weeks, so I don't complain too much!

Happy 2nd Birthday Charlie!

On Sunday we celebrated Charlie's 2nd birthday. It was small, no party or anything fancy, since it was just the three of us. We plan on throwing a small party for Charlie and the baby in March, when my parents are out.

But Charlie did awake to balloons and getting to find the plasma car, which he has called, and continues to call, a "train," since were in the baby store looking for strollers weeks ago. As soon as he found it hidden behind the couch, he immediately cried out "train" and began removing Jason's shoes in order to get behind the couch to get on it. Jay solved the problem by just picking it up and giving it to him. He has inseparable from his train since then! Thank you Hannah and Matthew!





After a birthday breakfast of homemade biscuits and sausage, and of course, fruity cheerios and chocolate milk, we moved to the den, and Charlie opened his presents. Nothing beat the cars toppers that were on candy tubes from Gran-Gran, or the plasma car, though he did practice beating the baseball for awhile outside later in the afternoon.












I appreciate everyone that has sent Charlie money, and it all will be deposited into his savings account for now. He has greatly enjoyed all of his toys, especially anything that is vehicle related :)



Charlie's birthday dinner consisted of mac and cheese, chicken fingers (made especially by daddy), french fries and dip (ketchup), and carrots. He seemed to like it all. And then of course, the cupcake took the day. At first intrigued and slightly concerned about the candles and fire, he let Jay blow out the candles, and then picked off each "cookie" (reese's candy spelling out a two), before finally digging in. I think Charlie had a great day, and we are so amazed at his growth, in all ways, over the past 2 years. It is hard to believe he is getting so big!

Happy 8th Anniversary!

To my dear Jason! I love you, and our small, but expanding family :) You make every moment special, and I cannot express how much your hard work, love, and dedication mean to me.

All my love!
Elizabeth