Birthday

We love birthdays in this family. LOVE. I am more than thankful the people in my life have been born. Ha! But, none more than this guy. We love you so much daddy. Like can't put it into words, consumingly thankful, luckier than winning the lottery, a front row seat at our favorite show, fitting into my skinny jeans with ease kind of love. You deserve everything Brian. Happy Birthday!

Not to mention you are super hot. We shall be celebrating tonight for sure. xoxo

He is.

He is the guy who washes dishes when I cook.
He is the guy who gives me a hug for no reason at all.
He is the guy who teaches our son to respect me.
He is the guy who thinks to take our niece to the store to buy her mom a Valentine.
He is the guy who surprises me daily.
He is just the best guy ever and he is mine.

Happy Valentines Day Love. My forever is looking mighty fine with you by my side.

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Happy 32 Anniversary to my parents. We love you guys so much.

Yes, back with another catch up post. What can I say we are loving the warm weather here and staying busy. This week it has been a tad cooler but, it hasn't stopped us from playing outside and our afternoon walks.

1. A cold morning this week and me and my guy spent some time at Academy. His favorite store.
2. Walking, walking, walking. 4-5 days a week! Woop whoop.
3. Indoor hockey games.
4. Celebrating friends birthday parties. The digging corner was a big hit.
5. Finishing the birthday party crafts. Robots!
6. Zoo time with Miss A.
7. Registering for pre-school!
8. When did my baby boy get this big! He takes up more than half of me. ::tear::
9. Tuba, tuba, tuba. Drum, drum, drum. Getting ready for Mardi Gras!

A Funny and A Cute

Oh my guy, he keeps us laughing.

I have a post of the silly things he says coming soon but, I wanted to remember these two stories.

Although, he will likely kill me for the first one day.

The Funny.

{if you don't want to read about poop skip this one}

Jackson is potty trained but, still needs help wiping. Since he will be starting

pre-k in the fall he will need to do this himself. So the other day when he called me into the potty

I explained that from now on, I will help him and then he will take a turn wiping so he can get used to it.

I cleaned him and handed him the paper to wipe. 

I kid you not, his hand went back there and he straight up gagged and said "that is discussing".

I busted out laughing. Well played Jack. I agree. ;)

The Cute.

Jackson's favorite color is weddow yellow.

The other day after lunch with Lala, Nanny and Durham, Jackson asked the lady at Chick Fil A if he could have a balloon. She asked him what his favorite color was and while she was pulling it out I prompted "what do you say" as placed the balloon in his hand and he blurted out "I LOVE YOU". 

::dead::

He actually blushed. It was so cute. She said "Oh, I love you too". He tucked into my leg and was so embarrassed he hadn't said thank you. Later that night he was with mom and told her the story in his fast and furious way that I love so much. My sweet boy. 

Durham

Some of you know my bestie and have been seeing pictures of her little guy on her blog lately.

We have been having quite a few play dates lately and enjoying Nanny's maternity leave.

I just wanted to share some pictures we took last week...

This one looks like he was dancing.

Giving major side eye...

Jackson loves Durham so much.

Quick hugs...

We were taking pictures and Jackson comes running up and says "tickle tickle tickle".

All we could do was laugh... yes, he is "tickling" him with a play knife. Nice, huh?

These boys have many years of playing ahead of them. I love it! 

NOLA + wedding + family + food =

Amazing. 

The wedding was breathtaking. Haley made a gorgeous bride and Kelly super handsome.

It was such a lovely night. Addison stole the show for sure. Their little girl is just a doll who we love so much. The reception was so much fun. Some of the best food I've had at a wedding. The dancing, the laughs, the company. It was all perfect! Enjoy the pictures. 

Such a fun time. We always enjoy spending any time with family but,
celebrating something so special as a wedding makes it that much better.

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I heard over the weekend that Etta James passed away. I walked down the aisle to At Last.
It's hard not to rem inis over your own wedding at a wedding. I am one lucky lady for sure.
Rest in peace Etta. Your music is so romantic and was the soundtrack for one special day in my life. 

Friday Phone Dump...

Lazy Blogger Award goes to... Me! 

Ha, and I'm back with a phone dump.

1. Momma got some new shoes. Our goal {Daddy, Jack and I} is to get a jog/walk in 4 days a week.

This week we have rocked it. It's amazing how a new pair of shoes after yours are two years old feel amazing. I am a flip flop girl. I don't love tennis shoes but, love these. 

2-3. My sister left Baloo at my parents this weekend and we had fun playing "faster than the dog" and taking pictures of her "baby" and sending her updates. 

4. Mardi Gras wreath. Thanks Pineterest. We are getting excited for this year. Actually we are headed to NOLA this weekend for a wedding. We can't wait to celebrate with everyone. 

5. Dinner with a super hero. ;) 

6. Gillded vase. Thank you interest again and my favorite flowers. Makes me happy. 

7-8. Silly babies they get so excited when they get to see each other. <3

9. 8 year olds are much louder than 3. Just saying. 

1-2. We had a great week with Nanny and D. That boy is so sweet and it's always good to spend time with your bestie. When they left on Tuesday out of he blue Jackson said "Oh No, I forgot to kiss Durham bye". Good thing they came back wed and he got his snuggles in. <3 

3-4. Jackson has been talking non stop about making popcorn with CC. He finally got to the other night and he literally squealed he was so excited. I love it. He was so proud. 

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::barf::

I feel like I need to bring this situation to the public. I got man handled during a pedicure to get ready for said wedding we are going to this weekend. If anyone knows me, then you know I hate to have ANYTHING in-between my toes. I was getting a lovely pedicure, web surfing on my phone and not paying attention, my bad. In one second flat buddy shoved these socks on my feet. I almost puked but, since I thought that would be rude. I busted out laughing and started crying. I couldn't even form words.

These things were awful and the worst part was I couldn't take them off until my toes dried or I would have messed them up. #princessproblems. I know, I know but, dude. Don't mess with between my toes. 

Not cool nail guy. Not cool.

Hope you guys have a great weekend. 

We are excited to celebrate with family and enjoy some great food!