The Birthday Boy

It is hard for me to believe, but my oldest son, Keaton, turned 6 years old today! It is crazy how time has flown since he was born. Chad and I had wanted children from the very first, but it took us 1 year to get pregnant with him. Needless to say, we were thrilled! I had such a wonderful pregnancy, and easy delivery. To top it off, he was such a mellow, happy baby. He has been such a good little boy since, and I am so grateful to have such a sweetheart as my firstborn. He is a big help to me and to his little brother and sister.

I love how he has to kneel next to me during family prayers, or his feelings get hurt. I love how into Star Wars he is, and how animated he gets when you get him talking about it. I love how quiet he is, but then he has a really high-pitched squeal of a laugh when you get him going. I love how he admires his Daddy and tries to be like him, from eating like him and dressing like him on Sundays. I love how well he plays with Sam and Emmi and doesn't always ask to play with friends because they are his best friends. I love how good he is at puzzles, the computer and video games; he is constantly amazing me. I love his big blue eyes and the little freckles I am starting to see on his nose.

Today, in Kindergarten, Keaton's teacher spotlighted him and I was able to be there and get it on video. She did a very job and I can tell by Keaton's smile that he felt very special. Happy Birthday Keek! We love you!

This last week...

The kids looked so cute on the way out the door to church. We finally got Sam to wear a tie! :)
We got to see my big brother "J" in the play "Beauty and the Beast". He played Belle's father, Maurice and was excellent as usual. My kids were so excited to see J up on stage and actually sat and watched the whole thing!
Keaton got to open a few presents a little early, and eat this cool Hulk cake that my Mom and Dad bought for him. While we were at it, we got to spend some time with my family (minus Chad and J) and have some pizza. Needless to say, it was a great time.
Chad spent the last half of the week in Houston on a business trip. Because I wouldn't see him until very late on Valentines Day, he surprised me with these roses by mail. It was very sweet, and aren't they beautiful?!
We sang Happy Birthday to Keaton and Mccall (my niece) who are only 13 days apart and are turning 6 this year. That's Chad's brother Tyler, his girlfriend Nicole, and my father-in-law Kirk in the background.

Shake what ya mamma gave ya...

Lately we've been watching the Chipmunk Adventure quite a lot. It seems to be Emmi's favorite movie. Every time I ask the boys if there is a show I can put on for them, she is quick to say "munk" and runs to find the case. She especially loves the the songs and will start to groove at the very first note. I had to get her cute dancing bum on video and I hope it puts a smile on your face too.

1 Girly Girl and 2 Silly Boys

Recently I bought myself some new nail polish. A few hours ago Emmi found the bottle and seemed very curious about it. So, I took the opportunity and painted her toes. It wasn't the cleanest job I've ever done, but I was so happy that she would let me. I used to paint her chubby little toes when she was just a few months old and how I loved it! Tonight I wish I could have videotaped her smug little smile when Chad started whistling at her. Too cute!As I was trying to get a good picture of Emmi and her beautiful feet, the boys were trying to get some camera time. The picture above of Sam is priceless. When I showed it to the boys right after, they got a major case of the giggles. Sam says he looks like one of the Chipmunks and Chad says he looks like Sponge Bob. (Hmmm can you tell what we watch a lot:) So Keek laughed and laughed...and Sam posed again.