1st Birthday

I'm a terrible mother....I was too busy doing other things to take pictures...But here is what I have from her party.

We had the party at a local park, which turned out to be a perfect location. It was a polka dot theme....Kaylie looked so pretty!

My friend Sara gave Kaylie this Birthday crown- I thought it was adorable and plan on having K wear it every birthday from here on out! (and if she won't, I will!!!)

After the food, we had a pinata....some kids were more into than others,

but I think it was a fun idea!

My friends & mom baked all these cupcakes...thank you, glad I didn't have to do it!!!

We gave K her birthday cupcake....this was my favorite part, she studied it a bit, tasted it and then shoved the WHOLE thing into her mouth. I think she liked it!!!

This is one happy birthday girl!!!

Happy Birthday to my little girl whom I love dearly!

How Can I Not Post These....

She is so cute...I couldn't help but share her with everyone!

And last, but not least....MY FAVORITE- Kaylie in her tutu.....

Thanks Han-Mei, Joe & Huai-Mei...

this little outfit is just the cutest thing EVER!!!

Family!

Not all grandkids were able to make it this past weekend,

but we had a great time with the ones that could!

I think these two look so much alike I just had to post the picture, LOVE it!!!

Oh, Happy Day!!!

I realize this may mean nothing to you, but was the greatest find for me!!! For about two months now I have not been able to find my sunglasses that I wear while I work out. I have looked everywhere, or so I thought! I had resorted to being a "supermodel" as we call it (wearing big sunglasses) while walking because I couldn't find the above beauties.....There is nothing like that perfect pair of sunglasses that fit that one necessary purpose, and not be able to find them. And then today, I changed diaper bags, and there they were in the outside pocket.....Hip Hip Horray!!! This find inspires me to exercise more now!!!!!

PS....I told you you wouldn't care! :)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

April is a month full of happy birthdays in our family (both extended and immediate) Devin's is first and this year was a big one (30!!!) so we went out to BJ's to celebrate last night.

We had a great evening doing what we do best, eating!!!!

Kaylie is next (after Uncle Dave), and hers is a big one too (1!!!)

Be Careful with "I"ll NEVER" Statements

I said a few months ago that Kaylie would never have a doll and that if she did, she would never take it in public....well I'm currently eating my words. My aunts gave Kaylie this doll for her birthday and she won't put it down. She hugs her, talks non-stop to her and kisses her. It is very precious.

I also said I would never have a mini-van....I sure hope I don't eat those words too!

Tribute.

Disclaimer- sad post today!

My grandma passed away this week.

It was a rough week, but we are glad she is no longer suffering. Life will sure be different without her & I miss her already.

My grandma was one of the nicest lady I knew. I don't remember one time in my life that I heard her say something mean about another person. She was moral almost to a fault. She was a woman of few words, but ment everything she said. I enjoyed her being so close the last few years and being able to spend time with her.

She loved Kaylie and had a very special relationship with my baby over the past year. I'm glad to always have the memories of great- grandma and Kaylie.

I am looking foward to seeing her again one day!

A LONG time coming!!!

Reggie Willits & his twin

Spring Training Baby!!!

Here we are in front of the stadium. The Angels have a great Spring Training facility. All the fields are within walking distance & they make it very easy to be able to watch the different levels practice and warm up.

I FINALLY got my Reggie Willits autographed baseball & photo.....remember the post about waiting in line at the fair for him?... Now all I need is to get a picture of him and Devin together!

We came out here with some guys that Devin works with and one of them has a son that plays for the Angels farm team so it has been fun to see him and hang out with him too.....here he is warming up for his game.

It's Normal, Right?

For a mom to think their kid is the cutest!!

I just can't get enough of her, hope you don't mind indulging me a little!!!

Love Them!

Aren't they cute watching the USC game?!!!!

Go Figure!

I know it is totally normal, but still find it so funny-

Kaylie has a corner of toys downstairs to play with:

But she ALWAYS ends up in my kitchen doing this:

Today....

Today I have a sick baby on my hands.....between teething and the constant cold, I'm wondering if she will EVER be healthy again!!!

This is where she is happiest today & yes, that is a comb in her mouth- she loves biting it.

(Disclaimer....I don't normally let her watch TV, but she feels so icky I gave in, don't judge me!!!)

Station One

My cousins, Kaylie and I went to Devin's station to visit him- I love a fireman!!!

The rule when you come for dinner is you have to bring ice cream.....we gladly did! Does it look like we are eating out of dog bowls?....we thought so, but didn't complain, it was basken robins after all!!!

After ice cream, they took us for a ride. Kaitie honked the horn and we went lights and sirens while blowing a stop sign!!! We were like kids in a candy shop.

Family Visit

My cousin Han-Mei and her husband Joe came in for a visit because they were stuck in Oregon for Christmas and couldn't come. We met up with them for lunch and an afternoon of bowling.....I wish they lived closer because I love hanging out with them, but I guess we will just have to settle for visits. Can't wait to go to Oregon and see their house when they finish remodeling it!

Baby Boaz

My cousin Rachael and her husband Jon had another baby boy (#3....so not fair!!!) on Sat. Feb 28th. We went today to visit her growing family. I couldn't stop loving her newest addition....how do they get so big so quick? Seriously, I don't remember Kaylie ever being that little (and she was smaller than Boaz). He is so sweet and adorable- I almost stole him....but their 3 year old (Judah) wouldn't let me.

Isn't he sweet- couldn't you just eat him up!!!

Party Party Party

We spent the weekend partying it up....My girlfriend's son turned 3 and had a party here. Kaylie LOVED the bounce houses....I was surprised. It was a fun party for the kids and adults!

Are we really old enough to have kids this old?

It's Official!

I just booked the park for Kaylie's first birthday party....She is turning 1!!! Can you believe it? In a little over a month we will be celebrating our first born's 1st birthday. CRAZY!!!!

Where has this year gone?

I should have said YES!!!

Devin had plans to meet up with a couple of friends for a late lunch today....he asked if I wanted him to take Kaylie with him...

K and I stayed home, having a relaxing afternoon making a chicken and potatoes for dinner. After putting my chicken (a whole different story....) in the oven I noticed Kaylie playing with AND eating something dark.....I immediately wish I had said YES!

I didn't think to take pictures, I just panicked- BIG TIME. I scooped up my darling daughter who was in the middle of eating her poop, tore her clothing off and dumped her into the bath. I washed every crevice of her cute little body. She didn't understand why I needed to wash out her mouth so many times... but I didn't care, I let her scream.

I did take some after pictures of my kitchen floor, the nice art work K made, but decided to spare you....I think you can create the picture!

Did I mention I love her?!!!

Just Another Day In Paradise!

As close to snow as we are going to get here in CA!!!

(Don't mind the pots hanging out in the middle of the walkway....

they are enjoying the rain too!)

On this rainy day I am enjoying the simpleness of my day....listening to the sounds of my dishwasher cleaning all my dishes, my husband fixing up the bathrooms upstairs & the rain on our skylights..... but most of all, I am loving the smell of this cooking in my oven!

Hope your day is as simple and lovely as mine, minus the above mentioned post!!!

NAP TIME....whether you like it or not....

Nap time is from 12-2pm every day....nothing has changed EXCEPT....she didn't want to nap. At 12:45 she decided she wanted to play. So if play is what she wants to do, play she can do in her bed until 2:00...You can't see it, but on the side of her crib is an under the sea music thingy she loves watching and listening to.......Isn't she adorable?!!!

:) I'm going to be busy watching her play! I love my baby!!!

Adorable!

Found this idea here and loved it!

LOVE Love love her!!!

How can this NOT make you smile?

Facebook = Fun Friend Reunions!

I was a little hesitant about joining Facebook at first. I felt like I was too old, that it was a college thing. But some of my friends had signed up and I wanted to look at their pages, so I signed up & now I am SO thankful that I did. I have had contact with so many fun people from my past. I love love love that people from all different parts of my past have found me & I get to see what they are doing. I have even had the blessing of getting together with some friends recently & looking forward to so many more reunions!!!

My friend Jaime from High School...we played softball together. Her girls are so adorable and I love that we each have a Kaylie (Kailey), and Katelyn.

Mindy, Kelley, and Me at breakfast