Goodbye

Last night we said goodbye to a very dear friend and family member. He'd reached his old age and time wasn't on his side anymore. Blaze was an amazing horse and friend. He never failed to show how steady and true he was. He never missed a step or put anyone in harms way. Was always willing to lead the herd without a second thought. Not only was he reliable, but a genuine beauty which no one could dispute. It's on to greener pastures budy, you will be missed more than you'll ever realize.

Slacker Update

I know I have been totally slack on this lately, but baby number 2 is not cooperating as well as Wyatt did and I've been feeling pretty misserable the past few weeks. So not much has gotten done in general other than what had to be done. Robb's been picking up my slack and helping while I rest (and by rest I mean go to bed when Wyatt does). But I think (knock on wood) I might be starting to feel a tiny bit better...there are more good times durring the day than there has been, so I'll take what I can get. We go for the first ultrasound next week to get a look at the little bean and make sure everything looks good so far. Can't wait!

We've had to sell a few horses, some of the older ones, recently. That's been no fun. But we need to make sure we've got time to get some new ones in and ready for the summer season. So Robb is in the middle of getting everyone lined up and ready for the summer. Can't believe it's time to start thinking about the summer already!!

Robb's also been working on some more renovations on the house as we adjust our thoughts to the realization that we're going to have two babies in the house this year. So he's working on getting a couple of rooms fixed up as we try to decide who should go where. Hopefully after we get this big renovation part complete, we'll be done for awhile (I hope!!!) I really think we'll be able to relax on the major changes of the house after this one, so that'll be nice to have that behind us. Also, if anyone gets bored and wants to come help, let us know!!! :)

We went up to Boone a few weekends ago to visit a couple of friends. They also have a baby the same age as Wyatt (3 weeks older), so that was a blast! The two of them really got along well and had a ball playing together and chasing their cats around. It was nice to see Stephanie and Nick and catch up on all that's going on with them. Don't get to do that nearly enough it seems.

Wyatt is now learning sign language. So far we've got Please, Thank You (sort of) and More. He's even putting them together like More Please. So cute!

Here's some new pics!

Wyatt and Madalyn in Boone

Wyatt trying out Madalyn's chair.

Snack time! (Sharing is caring)

Helping Daddy work on the fan.

Someone loves the new recliner...

Playing at the park

Yay for swings!

Forget the slide, look at the rocks!

Owen's Birthday party...helping play with the new toys!

On a mission

So this deserves a story...He woke up early the other day
and I still needed to finish up a few things, so I put up the
gate and let him play in his room. After a little while I hear
him starting to get a little grunty, so I go poke my head in
and find this. He'd climbed into his toy bin, got stuck and was
signing please out when I came in. So cute!

Happy Birthday Wyatt!

This past weekend we had a little birthday party for Wyatt's 1st birthday! (still can't believe he's a year old!!) We just did something small with family and a few of our neighbors stopped by as well. Wyatt had a great time and we really enjoyed everyone coming by to help us celebrate! Here are a few pictures from the day:

It's my birthday!

Looking at the candle...

Learned not to actually touch the flame though...

A little afraid of the cake that hurt him...

but Momma looks like she could use some.

Maybe this isn't so bad afterall!

Icing!

Ellie showing Wyatt how to eat the icing

Wyatt destroying his cake

Don't tempt me...I may just throw this at you

Daddy needs a bite too.

This is fun after all!

The aftermath of the cake

Opening presents

Garrett helping Wyatt open presents

Enjoying chewing on his box more than the presents

Helping Momma open the present

Winter 2011

We went an entire week with snow every single day. I feel like we've moved to Alaska or something!! Can't wait for spring!!! This last snow gave us about 9 inches or so and really was a pretty snow when it first fell. But this cold that has come with it is really starting to agrivate me!

We have been doing great here though...Robb went and picked up our new furniture yesterday so we have all of that in. I will be posting before and after pics once we finish moving a couple of things around in there. It's quite the change for the better already! :) So excited!

Wyatt's been doing great...can't believe he turns 1 year old today!! It seems like he was just a little guy (well not really little, but little for him). Crazy how much can change in just one year. He's turning into such an independent little guy. I think we fall more in love with him every day and his infectious smile and laugh, never fails to make us forget anything that was bothering us before. :) He's such an amazing little guy!!

By the way, he woke up super early this morning ready for his birthday!! I've tried explaining to him that his actual party isn't until tomorrow, but I'm not sure he cares ;)

As always, here are some updated pictures!
Love you guys!

Loves his truck

Thanks Aunt Julie and Uncle Greg for this awesome cow!

Snow on my birthday!

Wyatt is not a fan of snow

"Are we done yet?"

They really love each other despite how this looks

Helping Daddy get firewood!

Momma and Wyatt

Loves to ride on Daddy's shoulders

Discovering power tools for the first time

New Year

I know...major slacker here hasn't had a chance to update this lately...been a little chaotic with our first holiday season with Wyatt. But it has been so much fun!!! Santa was good to us all! Wyatt has more toys than he knows what to do with now! :)

We are finally slowing down with rides now for a little bit. A much needed break for Robb! Starting to get caught up on chores and some more home renovations that take a back seat during busy times. We're currently working on the main bathroom doing a little face lift. Hoping to get that done in the next few weeks. After that, there will officially be no more wallpaper left in the house!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yay!!! I can't wait!

We have ordered some new living room furniture to bring a major face lift to our living room. I can't wait for that to get here next week! It is BEAUTIFUL!!! (and super comfy!)

 We're getting geared up for Wyatt's first birthday party next weekend!! Yay! I can't believe it's been a year already! It seems like it litterally flew by. He's starting to stand up on his own now, which we're guessing means walking is knocking at our door. I just love that look on his face when he stands  up and realizes he's doing it all by himself...so proud of himself! He's learning new things all the time now with sign language (he can sign "Please" and we're now working on a few other signs) and sounds and words (loves to say Bye Bye and moo like a cow...we're working on the pig sound for you Mom!) 

Here are some pictures since we last left you all:

Merry Christmas!

Me with our niece Arden on Christmas

Great Grandma and her Great Grandkids

Wyatt excited about his new cow!

The holidays are tiring....

Unwrapping his first Christmas present with Daddy

Riding on his new truck!

Unwrapping presents!

Wyatt learned how to go up and down stairs now!

"Can we get on with this Christmas meal already?"

All bundled up enjoying the snow!

Waving at Willow!

Levi and Willow playing in the snow

Not real sure about the snow...

So peaceful!

Happy New Year!!