"I am ALWAYS here"

Last night, Luke, had a pretty bad cough that just came on right before bed time.  Justin carried him into our bed so he could sleep by me and I could help keep him propped up during the night to help his cough.  I kissed him and whispered in his ear..."I am here if you need me".

So, today, I wanted to write this blog for Luke.  As he grows older and continues to learn about life I wanted him to remember that I am always here for him.  At almost 7 he is already so independent, I am watching him grow by the second.  Weekends used to be filled with cuddles on the couch and playing with his batman cave, now he likes to be outside with his friends on the street.  Doesn't matter, I still watch outside of the window.  I love his carefree laugh, his legs still look little to me when he runs up and down the streets.  No matter how old he gets, he will always be my precious, little boy.  When he faces the challenges of life, I will always be there.  I smile at his confidence but I crave his attention.  I love watching him grow, but I miss being his whole world the way a mommy is to a little boy.  I know Luke gets that and at times he will run in the house and give me a quick hug then run back outside to play.  I cherish that more than he will ever possibly realize.

Luke tested into the Gifted and Talented program at school.  I could not be prouder of him.  Regardless, I will still always be there.  I told him that every day while he was testing.  I didn't want him to feel pressure at such a young age.  So I kept my advice simple and reminded him "I will always be here no matter what and just relax and do your best."  There will come disappointments in life.  There will be many of things he will face that just plain and simple will not be fair.  There will be tears and frustrations and fears to face.  And every single day of his life, doesn't matter where he is or what he is going through, I will always be here.

Lucas Lee...you make me and daddy so proud!  You are such a sweet, kind boy.  Watching you grow has been the biggest achievement of my life.  I am so grateful God gave us YOU.  I hope you always dance in the living room, always giggle when you are really happy, always love others with that big Godly heart you have and I hope you always, always, always know that I am always here for you.

Love, 

Momma

This beautiful little princess is fixing to turn 2 years old! 

This past weekend we celebrated with a small party at our house.  We had previously had a larger party for her and my nephew, Joey. Since they are cousins and only 1 month a part it was fun to have them celebrate with all of our close friends at Jumpin Jungle.

But, back to this past weekend.  We had family and a few close friends over for pizza and cake.  Kylee is really into the Hello Kitty so that was our obvious theme.  

Kylee is a GIRLY GIRL in every definition of that term.  At 2 years old she loves to dress herself.  Sometimes changing a few times a day!  She likes wearing tutu's and lots of jewelry.  If we go out into public this beautiful girl always has a purse with her.  She is a true fashionista.  I have to admit even her outfit selections are way better than what I could pick out.  At a young age of 2 she also has a shoe addiction just like her Aunt T and Nanny and a purse addiction like her Aunt Katy.  

Kylee is just now starting to have her favorite "shows".  She usually does not care whats on tv, she just likes to get in our lap and cuddle.  Recently, though, she has discovered Frozen the movie.  And Super Why tv show.  Along with Elmo and that is about all she cares about.  She likes to play amd whatever her big brother, Luke, is doing, she wants to do.  

Kylee is a much pickier eater than Luke.  She mostly only likes yogurt, fruit and any kind of pasta.  Outside of that it can be a challenge to get her to eat.  

This precious princess is so funny.  I mean FUNNY.  She loves to make people laugh already.  She is silly and loves to smile.  Her giggle can make anyone stop and giggle just by hearing it.  She loves having dance parties in the living room floor.  She has little sayings that make us smile...like.."what'sssss that?" or "Daddy's girl Foreverrrr" or "mommy love kylee."  Something about those and the way she says them makes me smile :)

We prayed for this sweet girl every single day for 4 years.  Jesus heard those prayers and blessed up beyond measure with the perfect gift.  She completes our family in every way.  

Happy 2nd Birthday Kylee Grace