Monday, April 13, 2009
Easter Bliss
Hallelujah! He is Risen :) as Josiah says, "Jesus is not up in the sky, He is in my heart!" hehe :) what a precious revelation. or when you ask Josiah what happened to Jesus after the cross, "three days, three days!" Just as we remember what Jesus did for us, we remember for what purpose He did this glorious work. Here are some shots from the weekend.
Oh, the Joy of Spring
Well, I promise the memories of Josiah and Josh have been recorded since Christmas! Just in scrapbook and babybook form. With the chilly winds of winter behind us, we are starting to dig out our bathing suits (not so great for moms :P) hehe and our sunscreen. Can you believe how big Josh is? oh, it just makes you want to cry. And don't forget the fun before bedtime with Josh and Josiah as Spiderman and Batman, just had to throw that in there so you could see big they are. Really, a dynamite duo and so precious. I am going to have to upload a video I took of Josiah retelling the story of The Hungry Caterpillar to Josh (still in his crib) early last Saturday morning. Such a cute pair, makes me feel like I'm done with the baby business ( sniff sniff :P). 
Friday, December 26, 2008
Birthday Mouse!
M I C K E Y M O U S E !
Mickey Mouse
Mickey Mouse
Josh had a first Birthday at the park with all the fam and the adopted fam, Martin, Dora, David, and Hannah! We had a wonderfully windy time at eating our picnic lunch and digging into the Mickey cupcakes, Zach so creatively constructed for our little birthday fan! Josh loves Mickey and truly nothing proved it more than when he opened up his new Mickey doll and promptely gave it a love bite on the nose! Jo Jo and David favored the swings over eating and who could blame a pair of two year olds :P.
A whole year of Josh and nothing has been sweeter then watching this precious little guy grow and enjoy life one day a time. His love for us is so exemplary and always a bit slobbery. We love kisses from Joshie, just no biting please :P!
Mickey Mouse
Mickey Mouse
Josh had a first Birthday at the park with all the fam and the adopted fam, Martin, Dora, David, and Hannah! We had a wonderfully windy time at eating our picnic lunch and digging into the Mickey cupcakes, Zach so creatively constructed for our little birthday fan! Josh loves Mickey and truly nothing proved it more than when he opened up his new Mickey doll and promptely gave it a love bite on the nose! Jo Jo and David favored the swings over eating and who could blame a pair of two year olds :P.
A whole year of Josh and nothing has been sweeter then watching this precious little guy grow and enjoy life one day a time. His love for us is so exemplary and always a bit slobbery. We love kisses from Joshie, just no biting please :P!
Holiday Bliss-Part One
Well, I have to admitt, I have been scrapbooking away and blogging just hasn't been top priority (as you can tell). I may have my sister to blame, she keeps me going back to Target and getting all my baby scrapbooking out of the way..
The holidays just wouldn't have been the same without Josh and Jo, they have made these last three months magicial.. I don't usually use that word, but there is simply no other way to describe the difference they have brought to the holidays. Each preparation had a fresh breath of life and laughter mixed in :)
Starting off Fall with a bit of Trick or Treat Fun, we dressed up our two doodle bugs as the timeless duo, Tigger and Pooh. Pooh Bear made an appearance at Mommy's Fall Festival (at school), but nothing was a T-riffic as the carnival in Fernandina with Granny Lu and crew :P.
Truly the highlight of the night was this moment when Tigger and Pooh joined forces to walk out the door for their Carnival Outing. It warmed my heart to watch my little Pooh Bear trying his luck at all of the carnival games, even braving the Bounce House with Aunt Anna while the rest of us marveled at the sight of a bouncing Pooh. Little tigger just sat on the side line getting his hugs in from Granny Lu.
Thanksgiving was no different for our little pair, they were both in on the Holiday Festivities! We are blessed with two big loving families on each side, we feasted until we could feast no more. We began with a special holiday meal with MeMa and Papa, enjoying of course that our dear Uncle Micah was home to join with us.
Sweet Aunts Hosanna and Jubalee even knitted Jo and Josh matching sweaters for the wintery occasion. No Momma can resist dressing her babies alike, why this is no one may ever know :P.
Thanksgiving at the Bridges was full of dressing and dressing up! We were joined with all of the Bridges crew as well as long time friends. Josiah joined in the Karaoke fun by treating us to his rendition of our all time Rascal Flats favorites (hint of sarcasm there :P). He even wore Granpa Sandy's hat for full effect.
Just a marvelous time, as the lake always is, eating, playing, singing, and laughing. What more can you ask for, a sunset, yes that really always tops it off at the lake, breathtaking sunsets and a campfire before bed. I think Jo Jo would agree.
Just countless people, memories, and things to be grateful for this season. Even in the midst of daily challenges, nothing makes you feel grateful like time with those you love.
The holidays just wouldn't have been the same without Josh and Jo, they have made these last three months magicial.. I don't usually use that word, but there is simply no other way to describe the difference they have brought to the holidays. Each preparation had a fresh breath of life and laughter mixed in :)
Starting off Fall with a bit of Trick or Treat Fun, we dressed up our two doodle bugs as the timeless duo, Tigger and Pooh. Pooh Bear made an appearance at Mommy's Fall Festival (at school), but nothing was a T-riffic as the carnival in Fernandina with Granny Lu and crew :P.
Truly the highlight of the night was this moment when Tigger and Pooh joined forces to walk out the door for their Carnival Outing. It warmed my heart to watch my little Pooh Bear trying his luck at all of the carnival games, even braving the Bounce House with Aunt Anna while the rest of us marveled at the sight of a bouncing Pooh. Little tigger just sat on the side line getting his hugs in from Granny Lu.
Thanksgiving was no different for our little pair, they were both in on the Holiday Festivities! We are blessed with two big loving families on each side, we feasted until we could feast no more. We began with a special holiday meal with MeMa and Papa, enjoying of course that our dear Uncle Micah was home to join with us.
Sweet Aunts Hosanna and Jubalee even knitted Jo and Josh matching sweaters for the wintery occasion. No Momma can resist dressing her babies alike, why this is no one may ever know :P.
Thanksgiving at the Bridges was full of dressing and dressing up! We were joined with all of the Bridges crew as well as long time friends. Josiah joined in the Karaoke fun by treating us to his rendition of our all time Rascal Flats favorites (hint of sarcasm there :P). He even wore Granpa Sandy's hat for full effect.
Just a marvelous time, as the lake always is, eating, playing, singing, and laughing. What more can you ask for, a sunset, yes that really always tops it off at the lake, breathtaking sunsets and a campfire before bed. I think Jo Jo would agree.
Just countless people, memories, and things to be grateful for this season. Even in the midst of daily challenges, nothing makes you feel grateful like time with those you love.
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Two Boys
What would it be like to have two boys? Overwhelming at first thought, diaper changes, formula by the gallon, crying echoing through our paper thin walls, money tightening, and parental challenges that would come.. somehow just a glance at my two little ones and all these dark clouds are pierced with the little lights beaming up at their mommy.
What is it like? Twice the giggles, twice the messes (as Josiah puts it, "big mess mommy, big mess"). All the fun that our hearts can hold and precious moments to drive away any rainy day. Recently a colleague was telling me she was so bored during our recent storm and I thought quietly, "you know, I was enjoying relaxing with a precious family, that I cherish so"
Just thought you should see what I mean:
Just so cute :)
What is it like? Twice the giggles, twice the messes (as Josiah puts it, "big mess mommy, big mess"). All the fun that our hearts can hold and precious moments to drive away any rainy day. Recently a colleague was telling me she was so bored during our recent storm and I thought quietly, "you know, I was enjoying relaxing with a precious family, that I cherish so"
Just thought you should see what I mean:
Just so cute :)
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Just Thinking
So here I am thinking that in just a week and a half I am going to be a working mama. I think this really deserves a few words on the ol' blog. I having been so wrapped up in the blessing of waking up to play with my precious kiddos that I just can't imagine how busy our lives are going to be shortly. As you can tell by the time of this post I am deep in thought and I drank half of Zach's coke at dinner (never a good idea) hehe. I have had such a wonderful year with my two precious little men. They never cease to amaze me how much they fill my life with joy. Everyday they inch their way to being amazing individuals.
Josiah is a very expressive young man. Just today for example, he was "fake crying" in the mirror. I couldn't but chuckle as I mused that he had inherited this dramatic trait from me, but then thought it could have easily been from his daddy :P. He is so methodical (both of us), he always has to put his toys aways, especially when we are trying to get out the door. He has such a precious obedient heart and wants to please. His bedtime behavior is amazing. Two weeks in a row not fighting about an 8:30pm bedtime even thought he knows good and well everyone else in the house is awake! Josiah loves his habits though, makes me think that he will love all the rituals and routines of school. I can't wait for the day when I will bring him with me.
Josh is another story in and of itself. I can't wait of course for him to join us at school and he will excited to come and I'm afraid perhaps a bit more chatty. If Josh continues at the rate he is babbling at present, his teachers will be send me quite a few notes about his talking in class. But his language proficiency doesn't scare me, but I find myself smiling as I think, "He is just like his mama too". Josh wants your attention at all times. This could very well be the age, 8 months and all, but seriously, he wants to have a conversation. His favorite thing is to be talked to and to "talk" back with you. You should see how he tries to "army crawl" to reach Josiah, so he can relay a secret message. Too bad I can't interpret baby code :).
I am in awe of how fast this time has gone, Josh is almost crawling and in a few months He won't be on the floor anymore, at Christmas he'll be walking and talking and be 1 year old! Oh my heavens.
Speaking of heavenly things I shouldn't forget the spiritual leader of this zany tribe, my sweet Zach. He is going to be spending a great deal of time with my two little guys and I know it is not always a walk in the park. Josh is really a at very hard age to go anywhere. It is amazing how patient Zach can be. I think He has truly grown in this and continues to take a deep breath and astound me. He is a wonderful dad, loves to play with his kiddos, and has a fantastic sense of humor. I keep telling him, humor, that is how I get through it. I know they will be having a great time playing and laughing with Zach and I am so glad that they have this time together no matter how difficult it might be.
Well, I am finally getting sleeply..all the typing I suppose and I put my thoughts down for you to read. I love my little family and I know we are ready to face whatever the future holds, because love holds us together :) good night
Josiah is a very expressive young man. Just today for example, he was "fake crying" in the mirror. I couldn't but chuckle as I mused that he had inherited this dramatic trait from me, but then thought it could have easily been from his daddy :P. He is so methodical (both of us), he always has to put his toys aways, especially when we are trying to get out the door. He has such a precious obedient heart and wants to please. His bedtime behavior is amazing. Two weeks in a row not fighting about an 8:30pm bedtime even thought he knows good and well everyone else in the house is awake! Josiah loves his habits though, makes me think that he will love all the rituals and routines of school. I can't wait for the day when I will bring him with me.
Josh is another story in and of itself. I can't wait of course for him to join us at school and he will excited to come and I'm afraid perhaps a bit more chatty. If Josh continues at the rate he is babbling at present, his teachers will be send me quite a few notes about his talking in class. But his language proficiency doesn't scare me, but I find myself smiling as I think, "He is just like his mama too". Josh wants your attention at all times. This could very well be the age, 8 months and all, but seriously, he wants to have a conversation. His favorite thing is to be talked to and to "talk" back with you. You should see how he tries to "army crawl" to reach Josiah, so he can relay a secret message. Too bad I can't interpret baby code :).
I am in awe of how fast this time has gone, Josh is almost crawling and in a few months He won't be on the floor anymore, at Christmas he'll be walking and talking and be 1 year old! Oh my heavens.
Speaking of heavenly things I shouldn't forget the spiritual leader of this zany tribe, my sweet Zach. He is going to be spending a great deal of time with my two little guys and I know it is not always a walk in the park. Josh is really a at very hard age to go anywhere. It is amazing how patient Zach can be. I think He has truly grown in this and continues to take a deep breath and astound me. He is a wonderful dad, loves to play with his kiddos, and has a fantastic sense of humor. I keep telling him, humor, that is how I get through it. I know they will be having a great time playing and laughing with Zach and I am so glad that they have this time together no matter how difficult it might be.
Well, I am finally getting sleeply..all the typing I suppose and I put my thoughts down for you to read. I love my little family and I know we are ready to face whatever the future holds, because love holds us together :) good night
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