Another transition...

Brenner is ready, I'm not. I have loved waking up with my li'l butterball next to me for the last almost 4 months. His morning coos fill my heart with joy and starts each morning with a smile on my face. I would hear him talking, look over the edge of my bed into his bassinet and be greeted by the sweetest of smiles. But the time has come; he is getting bigger, busting out of his swaddle and ready for his own room. I don't blame him, his room is freakin cool!

A huge shout out and thank you to Amy Fullerton. Brenner's "Cowboy Surfer" room wouldn't be possible with out your talent, hard work and patience. Muah!

Clueless

Poor Lucy was so excited when Jay walked up to her at 7am with her leash, completely clueless that she is off to surgery. Sorry Lucy!

The aftermath of the morning:

No more skin cancer! Hey cancer, eff you!

Transitions...

Wow, I can't believe it's time for a big girl bed.

Avery is so excited about her bed that she insisted on pics of her in it all morning. Now let's just hope I can actually get her to sleep in it!

Amy Fullerton, thank you so much! Avery still points at her headboard and says, "Mimi!" She also looks out the window for you at 6am, insisting that Mimi is coming!

Uh oh...

When I found out we were having a girl I was thrilled. I would dream about who she was going to be and what she would love to do.

I wondered if she would be like me, a complete and total tomboy. (I literally refused to wear dresses.) As my mind wandered I started to wonder what I would do if she was the opposite of me. I became certain that I would have a dress wearing, non-basketball playing, li'l ballerina. When I snapped this pic yesterday I saw the potential ballerina in my little girl. Uh oh, I could teach you to shoot a jump shot, but a plie, I'm clueless.  

Celebrate Good Times

Friday night Jay and I dropped off the kiddos at Grammy and Pop's and headed out to celebrate our anniversary. We had an amazing dinner and realized how long it had been since we were alone! I had major anxiety leaving Brenner for the first time, but a glass of champs and an incredible meal helped me unwind. I feel so lucky to have such a wonderful family and none of it would be possible if I hadn't met this man. I love you Jay!

This one is for you babe

June 6, 2008
Four years ago today was my first best day of my life. 

Jay, thank you for loving me. Thank you for being my best friend. Thank you for creating this family with me. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to provide for of us. Thank you for loving and respecting my parents. Thank you for the memories that we have created and the ones yet to unfold.

 I am looking forward to the next 4 days, 4 weeks, 4 months, and 40 years!

I love you!