Happy 1st Birthday Collin!

It's been a year.... a crazy one in fact!

I can't believe my "baby" is one today! This is short and sweet today. Happy Birthday Collin, you are such an amazing addition to our family. You bring so much joy to our lives and we love you VERY much!!

I wanted to post a pic but blogger isn't letting me! I'll try again in awhile!

When all else fails....this won't!

I have found us getting so busy with life, that we're almost forgetting what's important. This is just a remider that when nothing else in your day is going quite right, your family is always there. Thank you kids for always making me laugh, keeping me on my toes, and loving unconditioally even when you're upset! It's so crazy how fast time flies, how much we let ourselves get caught up in the daily grind, and how much our children can impact our motivation! I have the most amazing family in the world! I love you guys!

It's been awhile

Well what can I say other than, "it's been awhile!"

For some reason blogger isn't letting me post pictures...but I'll try again later!

Matt's business is booming, we sold our first "spec" house and started a custom for someone on Sunday, and signed an agreement today for another lot. Yikes! I am taking the EMT class and working at a local coffee shop here, and loving it! As guilty as I feel saying this, it's nice to get out of the house. Of course none of that would be possible without my amazing mother-in-law who loves my kiddos dearly! She has definatley been super-grandma lately!

The kids have been...well kids...haha
Here's a rundown of what's new.....

Austin is 5 and has a whole lotta attitude to go with it. He has however gotten a little more patient with his sister....which is very refreshing to see (or hear) He is still quite a picky eater and I swore I would never result to bribing with desert, but sometimes you do what you have to! He loves Phil Collins (and daddy is jumping for joy) loves the stars and planets, and really REALLY wants to go back to Disney World

Alyssa turned 3 and after a long struggle with potty training, she's getting it! She is actually asking to go potty now, instead of me hounding her! She too loves Phil Collins, and can sing like no other! So hard not to laugh sometimes! She's quite protective of her blankie, LOVES milk, and is a definate Daddy's girl :)

Collin will be 1 in about 2 weeks. Where does time go? He started out as such a great baby, developed a rough patch of collic and when he snapped out if it, was just this amazing chill little man! He is definately a busy boy though! Loves to EAT EAT EAT!! Everyone who is around Collin can't believe how easy going he is. I have discovered lately though, that he can hold his own around his big brother and sister though!

A few weeks ago we celebrated the marriage of one of my best-friends from being a kid, Lyndenn and Josh. I tell you what, these two were meant for eachother! I am 100% sure her parents hand picked Josh for Lyndenn. Lyndenn has impecable taste, and all of the details in her wedding showed it! We wore red satin shoes under our bridesmaid dresses, instead of bouquets we carried clutch purses. They had an amazing reception dinner at Johannsen's and an absolutely beautiful ceremony and reception. I am so thankful for these two, and can't wait to watch them start a family together. We love you guys! Thank you so much for letting us be a part of your wedding day!

Okay, so my small post turned into quite the novel, but we've been busy, and things are good...REALLY really good :)

I am so excited I can hardly contain myself! Our new house is being put on the market tomarrow. It's crazy! Our realtor is very confident and is trying to get us a buyer quickly! This is such a huge relief, it seems like there has been many speed bumps in the road, but everything is turning out VERY well :) Counting my blessings!

The kids have been pretty chaotic lately. The older two seem to really get on eachother's nerves, and sometimes it's hard to make it through the day! We're hanging in there, and getting very excited for the holidays, and what that brings! Well they're at it again, I must go!

Fall fun

Well well....where has time gone?

Needless to say, we have been busy.....VERY BUSY! Austin has started preschool @ St. Joseph's and is loving it, he loves his teacher, his friends, and getting a break from his sister! On top of preschool Austin is involved with gymnastics. It's a good outlet for him, and he never ceases to amaze me at what he can come up with.

Alyssa is doing a one day a week preschool class at the co-op it's so good for her! She's also involved in Tap and Ballet class one day a week. She's going through a little seperation anxiety, which has been making things really fun lately! Her vocabulary has shot through the roof, and boy does this girl have some personality!!

Collin, oh sweet Collin! He has to be the most laid back, go with the flow baby I have ever been around. He is always happy, smiling , or babbling. He is definatley a little Matt, almost a perfect little clone!

Matt is having the time of his life building houses! It's such a nice change to have him happy when he comes home at the end of the day. I don't know what it is, but he loves doing what he's doing!

So as you can see, between dance, 2 preschool's, gymnastics, Collin's Baptism, Birthday parties, Scentsy parties, and all of the various activities that go along with having little tikes, we've been busy!!

...... Needing to catch up

The last few weeks have been rather crazy for our household. Matt has quit his job at Cashmere Valley Bank, and we have taken on the new journey in life as a builder family. We are having a great time, re-connecting, spending more time together, and enjoying our crazy summer!

Brionna came last week and helped us babysit for the week, it was amazing. THANK YOU BRI!

Here's a list of some of the things we have been up to!

1. Potty-training. As sweet as she is, I am a little sick of the portraits she has been painting.

2. Red Cross.... lot's and lot's of volunteering. I am super fond of our local chapter, and love being a part of what they do for our community!

3. Pouring concrete. God sent us Archie, and for that we are thankful!

4. Moses Lake Waterslides.... what a great place for little kiddos!!!

5. Megan and Aaron are married! It was a beautiful ceremony...and we are so thankful to share this day with them!

5 things we will be doing....

1. Taking the kiddos to the ocean. We are so excited :)

2. Planning our next Disney World Vacation

3. Trying to get my house back on track ( I have some serious catching up to do)

4. Heading to the Lakehouse for some boating and fun

5. Kenny Chesney! Next week Girls night Out!!

5 Things I am thankful for

1. Fresh fruit and Vegetables

2. My family is so happy! Especially since Matt is no longer at the bank!

3. The flexibility of Matt's work, and all of the help he has been giving me!

4. The little breaks I get.

5. The smiles on my babies faces...