Christmas 2008

Well, Nick FINALLY got back on Christmas Eve. I really wasn't sure if he was even going to make it. Those who tried to fly from out west were still sitting in the airport. I really did hate it that he had to drive, though. Luckily Carson's Dada has a nice big truck! Speaking of Carson...he was SO EXCITED to see Nick. Carson woke up from his nap to his Daddy and just had a fit! :) He hasn't let him out of his site since.

Nick did get to spend time with his family in Idaho and his Grandparents in Wyoming before he came home. I was happy he got to do that. It wasn't possible for Carson and I to get out there, but maybe next year. And his family sent the nicest gifts home. I received a sewing machine from his mom and dad that I really needed. Colleen taught me how to sew a couple years ago, and I have been wanting to get my own for a long time. So family should be expecting homemade gifts next year. :) And they got Nick an Xbox 360!!! Wow! Nick's parents and brothers (Josh & Joel) and sister (Miriah) are so gracious. They always send the nicest stuff. We really appreciate everything.

The day after Christmas my brother and sister and their families came to my mom and dad's for Christmas. We had such a good time!! By the time we opened gifts the little one's had about had it. They were so tired! We had to hurry Carson's along just a bit so he could go to bed. Fun is hard on the boy!! I'm actually surprised he wasn't hyper from all the chocolate his Aunts and Uncles were sneaking him.

I hope everyone reading this had a wonderful holiday. Santa unfortunately didn't bring me the snow I asked for. Instead it was delivered to the Conner's out West. But, my prayers were answered and I got my Nick home for Christmas safe and sound. And after all the gifts are opened, and our bellies are full, what really matters most is the loved ones we have beside us.

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Potty Time

I forgot to mention in my last blog that Carson had started full blown potty training. He even pooped in the potty for the first time the other day. I hope that isn't too much information, but we are just so darn proud! I'm also loving the fact the we won't have 2 in diapers.

I had a lot of pictures to share so I decided to follow the rest of the bloggers out there and do a slide show. This actually works out a lot better. Who knew? :)

The first couple of pictures were taken while Nick was still in town for Thanksgiving. We miss him tremendously and hope that he makes it back before Christmas Eve. It's been hard without him. It hardly feels like Christmas, but we have been trying to keep ourselves busy. This past weekend Carson and I headed up to Indy to spend the weekend with my brother and sister. On Saturday Monica and I got a room at the Downtown Hilton and took the kids to Circle Centre to finish up some shopping. Along the way we got to see some of Santa's Reindeer before they make their big trip next week. Carson loved it! Abby did too....kind of. She was fine until it was time to to touch them and she didn't want any part of that!

Later that night we met up with my brother and his family at the Zoo for the Festival of Lights. It was really great! We even stopped by a bonfire and listen to carolers singing. It was nice to get in front because it was a cold one!

The next day we went back to Michael's house because my niece, Regan was having her 8th Birthday Party. It's amazing how the time has flown. She had some friends over and they were all running around, singing, screaming, and having a good time. Took me back to when all my friends would come over to my house. Those were some great times!

I wanted to thank our friend's Joe, Amanda, and Connor for sending Carson that AWESOME tool belt he is wearing in some of the pictures. It is too cute! We got in in the mail last night. It is for him to help out with his baby sister. Too too cute! Joe and Amanda are always so thoughtful and kind. The even sent a savings bond for his birthday and some outfits for his little sister. Carson got a couple of other gifts in the mail I should mention....His Grandma and Grandpa Conner got him a SkiDoo Game that he actually has a SkiDoo he can ride. He loves pretending he's actually riding it. I wish I had a picture, but I promise to get one on here. And my very best friend, Alyson sent a Tonka Remote control car that flips once it hits the wall. It really is neat!!!! Nick and I appreciate everyone thinking of Carson on his 2nd birthday. He really is one special and loved boy!

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This last picture is for Carson's Dada...He was saying "Goodnight" to you on the phone last night. We can't WAIT to see you!!! XOXO

Play Time & Baby Grant

Well, since the weather has been so cold and we can't go to the park, I take Carson to the mall play land alot. It's nice because he gets to run off some energy. Which anyone with toddlers knows that is a MUST! A couple days ago my cousin, Casie was there with her beau Brian and Baby G. Grant is a year younger, but almost as big. :)

We have big plans for this weekend. We are heading up to Indy on Saturday morning to meet Abby and Monica at Circle Centre. We got a room there at the Hilton, which is connected to the mall. Later that night we are going with my brother and his family to the Zoo to see the light display. And the next day is Miss Regan's birthday. So, a nice fun filled family weekend. I can't wait!

Plain Tuckered Out!

I guess Carson had a busy today. :) He woke up early and then had KDO (Kids Day Out) at the church. When he got home I fixed his lunch. He didn't even eat much, just played with it. Then I looked over and saw this. This would be the first time he has EVER just fallen asleep, especially at his high chair! He really must of worn himself out today!!

HAPPY 2ND BIRTHDAY SWEET BOY!

Carson and Abby unwrapped his gift from his Aunt Anya (Monica) early. We walked in my moms room and there was paper EVERYWHERE! Carson had the deer in the headlight look and when my dad asked who did it, Abby said "Abby did". :) Those two are too cute together. So...I let him open it up and play with it. We tried to make his birthday special all day long.


After his birthday pancakes Carson got his gift from his Mama & Dada. He loved it!! The kids played on it all day long!!!! It's a big hit!



We had a Wiggly Party. For those of you who don't know...my son is a Wiggles Fanatic! He sings "Toot Chug Chug Big Red Car" all of the time!!!!! So of course we had to make his party theme the Wiggles. Unfortunately, Pretty much everyone had to cancel that we invited to the party. We understood, the day after Thanksgiving is a bad time for alot of people. But, we had a lot of fun just the same!! He loved everything!!! I just can't believe our sweet boy is now 2. Time really does fly!

Alot to be thankful for

I was so thankful that Nick got to come home for Thanksgiving. Carson & I have missed him so much! We picked him up at the airport on Tuesday. That was a LONG drive! 3 hours up....3 hours back. Next time I think we should try a different airport. But, going up to Indy gave me a chance to see my brother, Michael, who just returned home from Iraq. We are so grateful that he is home now...safe and sound.




Nick got a chance to finally use his birthday present from Carson and I. We got him a Canon Xsi SLR camera. He loves it! I love it, too. Finally I'm not the one taking all the pictures. The only downfall...now I'm in some of them. :)

Ms. Abigail got some new glasses!!! Sweet, aren't they?

We spent Thanksgiving at my moms. The food was awesome! Unfortunately, no deep fried turkey. While Nick and my Dad were fryin' it the wind knocked it off the table. 2 more things to be thankful...no one was hurt & mom had a 17lb turkey that she had already roasted.

SOUND ASLEEP AFTER ONE GREAT MEAL. GOD IS GREAT. GOD IS GOOD.