Hippitty Hoppitty

The Easter Bunny is like Santa Claus; wind, rain, snow, or sleet, will not keep him away! You would think the weather would be sunny in April, for some odd reason I was under the impression it was spring. I think April showers should not bring May flowers on Easter. I think it should be mandatory that the weather is in the mid 70’s. Can’t the Government do something about that?

Anyways… Even though the weather was yucky and there was no outside fun, the day was still very nice. We hosted Easter at our house this year and it was exactly (besides the weather) how we wanted it, relaxing with the ones we love. The kids dyed eggs with their cousin Tyler on Saturday and Easter morning they hunted eggs in the house. Our families (mostly adam’s) came over mid afternoon for a BBQ potluck, followed by relaxing family time. The older cousin’s enjoyed playing a few games of pool. While the younger guys decorated sugar cookies. All in all, it was an awesome Easter!

    

Flashback Friday

Cody w/Jezebel, November 2008

Cody Brandon

My Cody Bear,

I can’t believe four years ago today you were coming out of my belly. Where have these years gone? I’m searching to find the words to describe how much I love  you and my heartaches. There will never be enough words in the dictionary to explain or describe how much I love you. I thank God every day for blessing me with you. My world would never have been complete without you in it.

Your strong willed personality tests me everyday and reminds me so very much of myself. At times you push me to my limits and I don’t know what to do. God knew you would be the key to teaching me patience. I think this is why he gave you your smile. If there is one thing in this world that can make something better, it’s your smile. It truly is a ray of sunshine on a dark day.

I love you Cody Brandon. For being the Dennis the Menace you are, the twinkle in your eye, your two blonde streaks I call horns, the dimple where God reached down and touched you. I love you for your silliness that makes me laugh, the nights you want to snuggle, never letting me leave for work without a hug, and your radiant smile.

Happy 4th Birthday Cody Brandon! Mommy loves you FOREVER!

 

February 13th, 2006 @ 6:01pm Weighed 7.12lbs Measured 20in

1st Birthday Party : Baby Einstein Theme

2nd Birthday Party : Barnyard Theme (with G’gma Taylor)

3rd Birthday Party : Superhero Theme (he loves Buzz Lightyear)

The smile that melts me…

HELLOOOO Mr.Fireman

If you read my blog about Mason’s first field trip to Fairytale Town then you would know how I feel about them. But this field trip was different, I just couldn't miss it! And I know what your thinking, but it had nothing to do with it being at a firehouse with hot fireman walking all around. My decision to go was completely based on the fact it was Cody’s first field trip and he LOVES fire trucks. I swear!!

I was very surprised how well-behaved all the kids were during their trip. Cody's class is made up of 3 year olds, so for them to sit and listen about fire detectors I was amazed. It was pretty cute when they were asked what you should do if you hear a fire detector go off and a few of them put their hands over their ears. I'm proud to tell you the fire detectors in our home are not used to signal us that dinner is ready.

Even though I went on the same field trip last year with mason, it was fun to watch how excited Cody got. He had a blast climbing up into the fire engine and talking to all the firemen. The whole time he couldn't stop telling them he was going to be a fireman for Halloween. I'm going to bet he'll actually be a fireman when he grows up.

Thank you Station 71 for putting a smile on my sons face for the day. And I suppose mine too. ;)