Monday, August 16, 2010

Braden's First B-Day Party

We had Braden's 1st birthday party yesterday!!!  Thanks to all who came to enjoy the fun.  I never thought we could have fit that many  people into our house.  Braden received lots of new toys and new clothes (I think we need to add on). 

The first year has gone by way to fast.  It is amazing to look back at his pictures to see how he has developed.  We went from just a little itty bitty boy to a little guy who already runs around the house after the dog.  It is crazy to think how fast this past year went, but we treasure those little moments that are soo precious. 

We put a "smash" cake in front of B yesterday and he really did not want anything to do with it.  He liked all the camera flashes going off like he was a movie star.  I then put his hand in it and he thought about it long and hard before his other hand entered to just squish the cake in his fingers.  He still did not want to eat it.  Finally Grandpa Ed put some in his mouth and that was it...he fell in love with chocolate cake and buttercream frosting!!! (Moms Favorite)  It was immediate bath after the cake. 

Braden has lots of cousins and uncles he was able to enjoy playing on the swing, the sand box, and the slide with all of them.  He will have many to look up to as he grows.  We could not have asked for a better day to enjoy with family.  Once again, thank you for being such a special part of our lives.

Love
Jeff, Abby, and Braden

Friday, August 13, 2010

Start your journey to end Breast Cancer

Please Join Me in my quest "Making Strides Toward A World With More Birthdays" and the American Cancer Society.

If you would like to join my team or donate please visit the site below.

Thank you!


http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR/MakingStridesAgainstBreastCancer/MSABCFY11GreatLakes?team_id=763787&pg=team&fr_id=28067

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Handmade Puzzles

I just went to this ladies website and pretty much fell in love with her puzzles!  These are all handmade puzzles painted with non-toxic paint and finish.  They are all wooden and very child friendly, some are even educational!  I encourage you all to check this out!

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

We are Walking

Over the past week out little "B" has learned the art of walking.  It was so amazing to see the begining of last week he was pulling himself up and walking around the furniture.  He  then would take 2 or 3 steps a few days later (he is very motivated with food).  By Friday he was walking 6 or 7 steps.  Then yesterday my mother calls (she had not seen him wlak yet) and says he walked 11 steps from his room down the hall.  Over the holiday weekend Braden and mom traveled to Eagle Lake to see the fireworks with Grandma Francee and Grandpa Rick.  They were displayed in the middle of the lake on a barge, Braden really did not watch a whole lot of the fireworks he was more interested in the little kids on the boat next to us oooing and ahhing.  We then spent Saturday on Cedar Lake at Keith's lake house; Chase, Jamie, and Lil were there for the festivities.  Braden and Lil played more in the bed of rocks then anywhere else.  There was the water, toys, and other little kids, but those rocks were the most interesting thing.  Saturday evening mom, dad, and Braden traveled to Papa Denny and Nana Debbie's Lake (Clear Lake).  Braden went for a boat ride around the lake and enjoyed walking up and down the length of the boat.  Sunday was a blast.  The Aunts and Uncles came with the cousins and we played in the water all day.  Braden really did like the water, but the sand was his favorite.  He sat in the sand and played with a truck and shovel, while watching all the kids and dogs run and play.  We watched the fireworks that night and spent the night.  Monday mom and dad did not have to work, so we woke up and Papa Denny made a wonderful breakfast.  We went home and spent the rest of the evening relaxing and then watched Avatar (what an awsome movie).  We had a wonderful weekend with family and friends and Braden has succeeded with walking, but we still have no teeth!

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Monday, June 14, 2010

Parents Photo Faves

Braden has made it to another week of voting. Please follow this link and vote daily until 6/20/2010. Thanks!
Parents Photo Faves

Friday, June 11, 2010

Starke Co. Relay For Life

Tonight starts Starke Counties Relay For Life events.  It is going to be soo much fun.  A bit of rain and some hot muggy weather, but nothing we can not have fun in!  I will let you all know how the night goes!