Happy Birthday Uncle Preppy

Have fun at the hibachi tonight...wish we could join you!

10 posts in 1

February is almost over and so much is going on in our lives that it has been tough to stop to blog about it. For one, I'm going to be an AUNT! Most of you, though, already know that. The little baby Hays is due to arrive in September. The E-man is so excited to have a cousin. We love you and can't wait, Bri & Kel!!!

In other news, we celebrated my mom's birthday, we have had a stomach flu, and I have started back to work on a PRN basis. This has been the biggest challenge of my career as mommy. I don't know if I will ever get used to dropping him off at "school". So that is an overview...now here's all the cute pictures!

Remember this swing from the newborn days? He doesn't really fit anymore but he loved relaxing for a few minutes with George. Evan's first Valentine's Day! He LOVES balloons. This one's still afloat in our living room and comes in handy for any temper tantrum that is starting to erupt.

What's better than cupcakes, wine and a good competitive game on valentine's day?

Growing up TOO fast. Here's the big guy brushing his teeth with his new big boy toothbrush.

Getting excited for bedtime!

First time with green beans.

Learning another important grooming skill.

The big boy carseat! He loves that he can see out a little better even if he is facing backward still.

So cute in his winter gear.
Anna made this cake for my mom for her birthday...she's quite the pastry chef.

Healthy Child, Healthy World

I have been reading this book since the holidays and have to say that it is my new addiction. It talks about how we should take precautionary measures to protect ourselves and the environment we live in from chemicals and toxins that MAY be harmful. My thought is that if something hasn't been proven to be safe, we shouldn't be using it.

Of course, now with the E-man starting to eat "table foods", crawl on the floor and explore all things with his mouth, it is my job to make sure it is safe. What I like about this book is that it offers simple, realistic steps I can take to make his world a little safer. Clearly, not everything can be avoided and it would drive me mad trying to live that lifestyle. But it's been easy (and satisfying) to take a few steps.

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