January is almost over!

Here is Brock's new room decor...I used my new sewing machine to make new curtains and a blanket for him. I think it turned out pretty good for my 1st project and all under $20! The first thing he said when he saw his new curtains was "Elmo"...and yes, they are pretty much the color of Elmo.
This is what our days look like if we don't find a way to get out of the house!

Brock's new trick of the week...when he wants gold fish crackers to eat...he makes a fishy face and sound. So funny, but it took me a while to figure out what he wanted. Now I know...smart Brock...silly Mommy.
Our big SNOW DAY...almost 5 inches of snow! Just enough to sled down our little hill in the back yard. Brock kept saying "more more".
Big Boy Cuz and Lil Boy Cuz together...15 months apart... yet only 2 pounds difference. Brock calls cousin Dane..."Dun".

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
Cousins
Our snow day about a month ago

New Camera!

We got our new camera and look at our first shots...we think they look pretty good so far. Brock was napping at first, so Abby became our first subject. Now we are ready for our VERY active almost 18 month old toddler! It's a quick shot and clear even in dim light. Merry Christmas to ME!

Snack time

fetching action shot...look at those ears flapping!
tongue action shot!
Hi BB...say cheeeeez

November Happenings

Brock's 2nd haircut...done by Mommy while watching Baby Beethoven in his room. It looks even to me!
Zoo day Sunday with Daddy
Our WILD animal!
Our sweet boy playing outside...in the dirt. His hands are covered with dirt where he is digging and throwing.
Cheeeeeeeeez
Happy Veteran's Day...the downtown Veteran's Day Parade
walking in the woods...beautiful weather


Go VOLS Go!

Happy Fall!

Happy BOO at the ZOO! Brock's a green Dragon ($2 2008 Kmart special courtesy of my Sister-Thanks Sis!). Don't forget to be on the lookout for next year's costume November 1st. Dane can wear this one in 2010. Don't worry, we let Brock out of his stroller, but we waited until we got all the candy (and Krispy Kreme donuts) before we set him free to run.

Cheeeeeeeeez Mommy! There's about 6 pots & pans all over the floor that you just can't see. And yes, his shirt says "I Love Dirt"...and yes, that's very true too!

Cheeeeeeeeeez Daddy! Rrrrrrrrr! A Bear...where???

Us in Gatlinburg and you can almost see the fall view behind us...whoops!

One beautiful sunny day in Gatlinburg. This is Clingman's Dome view. I made this trip without Brock...thank goodness. He would've hated the walk uphill and I would not of liked pushing his stroller.

Busy, Busy, Busy...

Where did September go? And how is it already mid-October!!! We've been so busy lately! Brock has been going going going and growing growing growing! He now weighs 19 pounds 3 ounces and is about 30" tall. He is still very tiny for his age, but a very healthy active 16 1/2 month old.

Brock dancing at the Bethany families picnic...
Brock realizing he can touch the speaker and stereo equipment...

Play time and the park.

Brock now goes down the tunnel slide all by himself.

Brock's first popsicle...yum yum ORANGE!

Meeting Cousin Dane for the first time. Notice his t-shirt says..."Big Boy Cuz".

Movie STAR!

AND the DRUM ROLL PLEASE...Brock's 1st haircut...

Before, with his wild hairdo. It was about 5 inches long when pulled straight.

Getting a little nervous to lose the curly locks...
Uh oh, where are they going?

And after...a few inches shorter, but still cute & curly.

Awesome Adoption Story...

Congratulations to The Hamilton Family! Awesome family with a great adoption story.

http://www.govolsxtra.com/news/2009/aug/23/ut-athletic-director-tells-how-he-and-his-wife-wer/