Precious Moments

I had to stop by my parents after church to pick up something, and, of course, the kids just had to go in to see them! Within minutes, this is how I found them...snuggled up with their Dandy watching a movie. Do you think that visit was quick? Ha! I finally decided to leave them their because I had to go home.

When I came back to pick them up, this is how I found Benjamin.

I just love the sweet little moments like this, even when I'm in a hurry. Thank God for a camera to freeze those moments for me!

Happy Birthday, Reagan!

Mary Elizabeth and I went to one of her classmates birthday parties at Party Central in Bryant. Benjamin and Drew got to spend the afternoon together so that ME and I could enjoy some time together. I had so much fun just watching her interact with her friends...and getting to climb in the bounce houses myself. ;)

I tried to get a picture of ME with a few of her classmates...so much for trying to get a decent group shot!

I think the "boxing rink" was my favorite jumpy. The gloves and helmets were bigger than three of the kids put together!

Even Spiderman...er...uh...Davis struggled with the gloves.

At least they had helmets to stay safe, right?

I love ME and Davis' faces...it's almost as if they were disappointed that they didn't get to blow out the candles.

Maggie's Movers was a blast

We went to the MDA Walk today to support one of my students. We got to walk, see a lot of characters (Dora, Spongebob, and tons of Star Wars peeps), and watch my student perform with her dance squad. What an inspiration she is to not let anything get in the way of your dreams!

Benjamin loved the walk...just not with the rest of the group.
Big Sis was such a great help in making sure Benjamin stayed with us.

Davis and Ashley showed up to support Maggie with us. ME and Davis were frozen when her squad performed.

One of my sweet girls from class came to hang out, too. I love the community support!

Look who we saw as we were leaving!

ME got to even help her daddy fill up the car after we left. She's such a great help! ;)

Happy Birthday, Aunt "Tari"!

We celebrated Kari's birthday at my parents house with the whole fam. ME sang "Happy Birthday" to Aunt Kari. I think we might hace a future singer on our hands. Ha!

What does Benjamin see in his Uncle? I mean, seriously, he loves his Uncle Bebo!

I see trouble!

Lanterns @ Wildwood

My parents took ME to Lanterns in the park at Wildwood. I'm still not quite sure what it is, but I think they celebrate a bunch of different culturs from around the world. I must say that after seeing the pictures that I'm jealous that they went without me. I will definitely be putting it on my calendar for next year!

Mmm...s'mores!
I'm sure that she ended up eating every bite of that and probably had chocolate somewhere on her face after it was all gone.

She and Dandy went to Mexico.

She got to hit a pinata.

ME got to put a lantern in the pond and make a wish. She wished for a "tow" (aka cow)...a purple one.

I just love this face!!!

I love how the skirt is bigger than her!

Never a dull moment!

Having two little bitties at home means that I rarely get to sit still. And now that it's getting warmer is no exception...we're just moving outside regardless of our attire. ;)

Princess Dora driving her boat. Don't you love the outfit?
I love that Benjamin is always tending to the yard!

They get along so well...how long will it last?

They love each other so much...how long will it last? Benjamin is showing that he found his belly.

Sweet 16-months

Benjamin is now 16 months old! He's a ball of energy, which means I constantly need energy myself and that Diet Coke has become my best friend throughout the day. Dear Lord, please don't ever stop making Diet Coke...Amen!

OK, back on track...what's going on in Benjamin's world?

I L-O-V-E that this was the first shot that I took tonight! The second I pointed the camera at him, it was like he does this everyday. Possible modeling career?

Benjamin hasn't met a stranger! He loves the word "bye" and will say it to anyone that walks by him along with a sweet little wave or squeal as if he's known them for a long time. His teachers say that he is so serious all day until he sees me walk in and he goes silly, crazy by waving his hands and squeal. Then the second I pick him up, he starts waving and saying "bye" to his teachers. Does he already hate school?

He has found his belly and is proud to show anyone that asks him where it is. The downfall, though, is ME wants to show you her belly, too. As for his other body parts, he knows that he's supposed to point to something on his head when you ask him, so he just points to his head for eyes, nose, and ears.



I may have already mentioned that Benjamin loves to climb on everything, so why would his Sissy's bed be an exception? Of course, ME doesn't think it's so funny! Check out all of her toys that he drug up to her bed.



  

 He can clearly say "truck" and "ball". We can't go ANYWHERE without him saying those two words. Just a side note, anything that's a circle might also be a ball.

Benjamin is starting to become a creature of habit. For example, his morning routine typically consists of him first going into our room to find Dixie and lay down with her, then he walks to the kitchen and points to the refrigerator and pantry for his breakfast (usually a breakfast bar and milk). I snapped this pic of them a few days ago watching Mickey Mouse Clubhouse.



Benjamin got written up at school for the first time. This makes me sad and laugh all at the same time! He's into pulling everyone's hair now and actually pulled another kid's hair OUT! That part makes me sad and ME is scared to be left alone with him now because of it and says "But he will might pull my hair out!". But the part that makes me laugh is what his report  (above) said. Needless to say, we have been saying "Nice hands, Benjamin" a lot in the Dees household recently! :(

Happy Valentine's Day

My parents gave us an early Valentine's Dinner and it was so much fun. Really watching the kids enjoy dessert was so much fun! Didn't you know that eating cupcakes with icing all over fingers tastes so much better?

Definitely my daughter...eats the icing first!

Benjamin is trying to get the concept of chewing things in small bites and swallowing. I think he's almost got it. Ha!

Nothing like dancin' with you Granddaddy!

ME showing off her new Valentine outfit before she headed to school for her party.

Benjamin wasn't so happy about showingoff his outfit before school. Too early to smile?

Benjamin is into singing into microphones these days, so Cupid was nice enough to bring him one.

ME was super excited to get a doctor kit with all of "doctor stuffses" in it. She says she's going to be a doctor when she grows up and will make us feel all better.

The kids and I took a gift to McKenzie. She taught us that a turtle says "I'm slow", so I thought a stufed turtle and book was perfect for her!

Happy 2nd Birthday, Sawyer!

After all of the snow, we got to celebrate Sawyer's birthday outside on a ranch. Although the ground was very muddy, it was a great way to get out and break free from our cabin fever. The kids loved getting to ride the horses and pet them.

Doesn't she look like a natural? Everyone pointed out her "English style riding boots". Yes, we're professionals! Ha!

ME wasn't so sure about the ride at first, but she sure didn't want to get off.

Benjamin lasted on the horses for about 30 seconds. He liked the idea of sitting on them, but wanted off as soon as they moved. And he loved hugging them.

The Birthday Cowboy. His mom and Aunt made him horse cupcakes...too cute!

MMM...I like coming to birthday parties!

"I love this party...there's chocolate!"

This is the aftermath of the party. As soon as I let Benjamin walk around, he headed straight to a mud puddle. Fun times!