It's Getting Chilly

We have been having some pretty chilly weather down South...well, chilly in their terms, but nothing like we are used to.

 Arabella was excited to be able to bundle up for school this morning.

The cold weather couldn't keep my little AmeriCANADIAN inside so we bundled up and went exploring.  He loved being in the fresh air and having time to check things out.  It was fun to take a walk with just Max and see the world though his eyes.

He explored so much - the fresh air just knocked him out!

Maxton is 2!!

I can't believe it.  My little Bubs is 2!  How can that be?  Time is just going by so very fast and Max is growing up too quickly.  I don't remember time going this quick when Arabella was little.

You have brought such happiness and joy to our lives.  It is hard to remember what it was like without you.  You are a silly, giggly guy who loves to be rough and tumble but also gives good little snuggles.  You are so sweet when you want to be and can be very curious too.  You love Arabella and miss her while she is at school.  You get so excited to see the school bus when we pick her up in the afternoon.  You will get into anything and can make a mess in no time.  You sure do keep us on our toes and I wouldn't have it any other way.

Happy 2nd Birthday Maxton! I love you more than you will ever know!

                                     Max woke up to 2 balloons outside his bedroom door.

                                         It wasn't long before he was back playing with his new birthday gifts!

                                        Arabella gave him his special present - a scooter like hers!

                         He was so excited to ride it and get it outside!

           
                       He loved his big truck and blocks from Auntie Lori!

Early Birthday Celebration

We had an early birthday celebration for Max today.  Mom is leaving to go home tomorrow morning and we wanted her to be a part of his special day.  He has been into Thomas the Train lately so Arabella decided that is what should be his theme.

His cake was Thomas....

Arabella helped me decorate the dining room for him while he took a nap.  She wanted it to be a big surprise for her baby brother!

He was so adorable when he saw his cake with the candles.  It was the sweetest thing ever.

He loved his cake and couldn't wait to dig in!  He was also very excited about being able to open up his birthday presents.  Arabella helped him and they had fun doing it together....not too sure how much longer that will last!

We all had a fun party and Max loved being the center of attention!  Happy Early 2nd Birthday Max!

First Stunning Sunset of 2015

Happy New Year!!

Hello 2015!!  Happy New year!

The year ahead is so full of promise and hope.  We are looking forward to having more fun, enjoying new experiences and learning new things.

Today we enjoyed family and spending time together.  That is what it is all about - togetherness.

Oh, and I started making a birthday cake for a very special little guy....