Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Monday, June 6, 2011
Trip to see Uncle Ty Ty and Auntie
Dear Sam,
What a wonderful trip we had! You were a fabulous little boy on the 2.5 hour plane right and a delight to fly with. The only time you cried was the last 20 minutes of each flight but who could blame you as it was a long time for a little guy to sit! I am so proud of you, Sam.
When we arrived to Ty Ty's and Auntie's house we were welcomed by two dinosaurs and two Kit Kats...what a welcome! Those dinosaurs were played with the whole trip...in the tub, under the table, and went everywhere with us. Not long after putting our bags down you were running up and down the hallway and going up and down in the elevator. You made friends with all the dogs in the building much to our delight. It was a great way to expel wound up energy. Soon, Ty Ty and Auntie were home and we realized how much we all missed them.
Soon, dinner time was approaching so we walked to grab pizza and bring it back to the apartment. You loved walking with Ty Ty and the love between you both brings delight to my heart. I think you must have used all your words on that short walk!
The next day, Friday, we walked to breakfast with Auntie. We smelled flowers and looked at houses but you were so sleepy you fell asleep as soon as we got inside the restaurant. After a quick nap we were off to the Mall of America. We had a blast...giggles and smiles were abound that day. We went to the aquarium where the fish and sharks swam over your head ,which you loved! You also rode your first amusement park ride and talked about it all night. "I drive truck." "Daddy drive truck." As I laid with you in bed that night you repeated this over and over. You talked about the fish, the turtles and the trucks. I have to say it was a great night for me to snuggle with you and talk about what you remember.
Saturday, it was a day full of rain and wind. A lazy morning was had by all. We took a lot of trips to the garbage shoot, another favorite activity of this trip! Soon after breakfast and early naps we were off to the Children's Museum, not a favorite activity of Ty Ty and Auntie but another fantastic time in your world. You played with bubbles, built Lego towers, climbed slides and played with the parachute. Sam, you were happy there as you love to learn. It makes me smile to see you so happy!
Sunday, the sun was out and it was warm! We hurried and got ready to go to the lake. We picked up coffee and bagels and walked over to the lake. It was a stunning morning and soon to be the best day of the whole trip. We ate breakfast over looking the lake while watching boats and fisherman getting ready to go out for the day. We soon spotted a playground and off you ran to go play. It was the prefect toddler playground...little slides, low climbing stairs and sand toys! You face said it all when you realized you could walk up the stairs by yourself! You played with Daddy with the sand toys, swung on the swings with Mommy and make friends with all the kids at the playground. A prefect morning for a toddler little boy!
Soon after the playground we were off to your first Major League Baseball game! Ty Ty and you were in heaven! Auntie found great seats for all of us and we could see the whole field. It was prefect. You loved watching the game, getting your first baseball hat and walking up and down the stairs. After the game, Auntie and Ty Ty needed a rest but you were wound up so off to the lake we went as a family of three. As were walking down the beach you were giving high fives to all the people and one gentleman said, "I want to pre-order five of him." If he only knew your story!
After the lake Ty Ty and Andrea treated us to a fancy dinner where you slept through the meal! It was fabulous time for us to catch up with your Aunt and Uncle and enjoy a yummy meal while you snoozed away on the bench next to me.
Soon our time in Minneapolis came to an end. With tears flowing and hearts sad we said goodbye and were off to the airport. It was so hard to leave. As our little family got into the van without Ty Ty and Auntie you kept asking for them. It broke my heart and still bring tears to my eyes. It hurts my heart but soon be will be back to welcome baby Nicholas into the world!
Funny things you said and did on the trip that I want to remember:
Everytime Ty Ty got into the van you would say, "Careful", everytime!
At the trash shoot you would say, "Where it go?" or "Again!"
Ty Ty taught you how to jump in the elevator so now when we go in one you jump.
Auntie has a huge mirror in the hallway and you were giving the baby high fives.
Daddy shut you and Ty Ty in the van and you said, "What's going on here." for the first time! Ty Ty could not believe it.
Auntie is not suppose to hold you but could not resist sitting you on the counter and loving you up. You both adored it!
"You start the lawnmower." Ty Ty would make a crazy sound and shake his head and you both would giggle. Over and over you played this game. It still makes me laugh when I think of it.
It was a fabulous trip, Sam. One of many to come...one of many!
I love you,
Mommy
What a wonderful trip we had! You were a fabulous little boy on the 2.5 hour plane right and a delight to fly with. The only time you cried was the last 20 minutes of each flight but who could blame you as it was a long time for a little guy to sit! I am so proud of you, Sam.
When we arrived to Ty Ty's and Auntie's house we were welcomed by two dinosaurs and two Kit Kats...what a welcome! Those dinosaurs were played with the whole trip...in the tub, under the table, and went everywhere with us. Not long after putting our bags down you were running up and down the hallway and going up and down in the elevator. You made friends with all the dogs in the building much to our delight. It was a great way to expel wound up energy. Soon, Ty Ty and Auntie were home and we realized how much we all missed them.
Soon, dinner time was approaching so we walked to grab pizza and bring it back to the apartment. You loved walking with Ty Ty and the love between you both brings delight to my heart. I think you must have used all your words on that short walk!
The next day, Friday, we walked to breakfast with Auntie. We smelled flowers and looked at houses but you were so sleepy you fell asleep as soon as we got inside the restaurant. After a quick nap we were off to the Mall of America. We had a blast...giggles and smiles were abound that day. We went to the aquarium where the fish and sharks swam over your head ,which you loved! You also rode your first amusement park ride and talked about it all night. "I drive truck." "Daddy drive truck." As I laid with you in bed that night you repeated this over and over. You talked about the fish, the turtles and the trucks. I have to say it was a great night for me to snuggle with you and talk about what you remember.
Saturday, it was a day full of rain and wind. A lazy morning was had by all. We took a lot of trips to the garbage shoot, another favorite activity of this trip! Soon after breakfast and early naps we were off to the Children's Museum, not a favorite activity of Ty Ty and Auntie but another fantastic time in your world. You played with bubbles, built Lego towers, climbed slides and played with the parachute. Sam, you were happy there as you love to learn. It makes me smile to see you so happy!
Sunday, the sun was out and it was warm! We hurried and got ready to go to the lake. We picked up coffee and bagels and walked over to the lake. It was a stunning morning and soon to be the best day of the whole trip. We ate breakfast over looking the lake while watching boats and fisherman getting ready to go out for the day. We soon spotted a playground and off you ran to go play. It was the prefect toddler playground...little slides, low climbing stairs and sand toys! You face said it all when you realized you could walk up the stairs by yourself! You played with Daddy with the sand toys, swung on the swings with Mommy and make friends with all the kids at the playground. A prefect morning for a toddler little boy!
Soon after the playground we were off to your first Major League Baseball game! Ty Ty and you were in heaven! Auntie found great seats for all of us and we could see the whole field. It was prefect. You loved watching the game, getting your first baseball hat and walking up and down the stairs. After the game, Auntie and Ty Ty needed a rest but you were wound up so off to the lake we went as a family of three. As were walking down the beach you were giving high fives to all the people and one gentleman said, "I want to pre-order five of him." If he only knew your story!
After the lake Ty Ty and Andrea treated us to a fancy dinner where you slept through the meal! It was fabulous time for us to catch up with your Aunt and Uncle and enjoy a yummy meal while you snoozed away on the bench next to me.
Soon our time in Minneapolis came to an end. With tears flowing and hearts sad we said goodbye and were off to the airport. It was so hard to leave. As our little family got into the van without Ty Ty and Auntie you kept asking for them. It broke my heart and still bring tears to my eyes. It hurts my heart but soon be will be back to welcome baby Nicholas into the world!
Funny things you said and did on the trip that I want to remember:
Everytime Ty Ty got into the van you would say, "Careful", everytime!
At the trash shoot you would say, "Where it go?" or "Again!"
Ty Ty taught you how to jump in the elevator so now when we go in one you jump.
Auntie has a huge mirror in the hallway and you were giving the baby high fives.
Daddy shut you and Ty Ty in the van and you said, "What's going on here." for the first time! Ty Ty could not believe it.
Auntie is not suppose to hold you but could not resist sitting you on the counter and loving you up. You both adored it!
"You start the lawnmower." Ty Ty would make a crazy sound and shake his head and you both would giggle. Over and over you played this game. It still makes me laugh when I think of it.
It was a fabulous trip, Sam. One of many to come...one of many!
I love you,
Mommy
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Fun at Red Butte
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| Fun in the water fountain! |
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| Look at those fat hands! Love! |
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| When did my baby grow up? |
Thursday, May 26, 2011
I am that Mom
In talking to a girlfriend of mine as the discussion was going I said, "I am that Mom"...
I am that Mom who... is so grateful for energetic little boy who at the end of the exhaust me to my core.
I am that Mom who... is excited when the rain left puddles that allowed Sam and I to play in them until not only our feet were wet but our pants.
I am that Mom.. who hates washing little handprints off the windows. Nothing makes me smile more that those handprints. One day too soon they will be they will be gone.
I am that Mom who... cries when I see artwork Sam has made.
I am that Mom who... calls her Mom when the day is beyond difficult for no other reason to know that she has survived me and I can survive the day.
I am that Mom... who loves to watch Sam eat an ice cream cone and the joy on his face. The sticky hands and messy faces makes me smile.
I am that Mom... who is very forever grateful for Mom friends who get me.
I am that Mom... who misses Cole and Cate more today than yesterday.
I am that Mom.. who loves to watch Sam play with the hose even when the temperature is probably too cool.
I am that Mom...who yearns to say, "Thank you! Can I tell you about the boy you gave birth to and how grateful we are you choose us to parent him." Maybe one day.
I am that Mom.. who hearts feels like it is going to pop out of my chest when Sam asked for more kisses.
I am that Mom who... is so grateful for energetic little boy who at the end of the exhaust me to my core.
I am that Mom who... is excited when the rain left puddles that allowed Sam and I to play in them until not only our feet were wet but our pants.
I am that Mom.. who hates washing little handprints off the windows. Nothing makes me smile more that those handprints. One day too soon they will be they will be gone.
I am that Mom who... cries when I see artwork Sam has made.
I am that Mom who... calls her Mom when the day is beyond difficult for no other reason to know that she has survived me and I can survive the day.
I am that Mom... who loves to watch Sam eat an ice cream cone and the joy on his face. The sticky hands and messy faces makes me smile.
I am that Mom... who is very forever grateful for Mom friends who get me.
I am that Mom... who misses Cole and Cate more today than yesterday.
I am that Mom.. who loves to watch Sam play with the hose even when the temperature is probably too cool.
I am that Mom...who yearns to say, "Thank you! Can I tell you about the boy you gave birth to and how grateful we are you choose us to parent him." Maybe one day.
I am that Mom.. who hearts feels like it is going to pop out of my chest when Sam asked for more kisses.
Monday, April 11, 2011
Cate
Dear Cate,
Today, two years ago you left us to go be with your brother,Cole. I think you missed your wombmate and today I miss you! I miss our routine in the hospital, your heartbeat checks, your bum shots to the Doctors, and your movements. I miss what should have been and the could have been.
You were a fighter, Cate and held on until the infection consumed your prefect tiny body. After Daddy turned off the lights for the night and headed home I would talk to you and pray with all my might that you could hang on for another six weeks until they would remit us for the remainder of the pregnancy. Cate, thank you for fighting a fight that should not have been! I knew from the beginning that you would be the a tough little girl.
Happy 2nd Angel Day, Cate! We will celebrate your day as a family today. We will celebrate your little life and how loved you are. We will celebrate the impact it has made on a lot of lives. Most of all we will remember what a fighter your were and how thankful we are for you.
Please along with Cole continue to watch over us!
Sending angel kisses and Happy Angel Day wishes!
I love and miss you,
Mommy
Today, two years ago you left us to go be with your brother,Cole. I think you missed your wombmate and today I miss you! I miss our routine in the hospital, your heartbeat checks, your bum shots to the Doctors, and your movements. I miss what should have been and the could have been.
You were a fighter, Cate and held on until the infection consumed your prefect tiny body. After Daddy turned off the lights for the night and headed home I would talk to you and pray with all my might that you could hang on for another six weeks until they would remit us for the remainder of the pregnancy. Cate, thank you for fighting a fight that should not have been! I knew from the beginning that you would be the a tough little girl.
Happy 2nd Angel Day, Cate! We will celebrate your day as a family today. We will celebrate your little life and how loved you are. We will celebrate the impact it has made on a lot of lives. Most of all we will remember what a fighter your were and how thankful we are for you.
Please along with Cole continue to watch over us!
Sending angel kisses and Happy Angel Day wishes!
I love and miss you,
Mommy
Friday, April 8, 2011
Sam
Dear Sam,
You won't remember today but I will.
You won't remember how it snowed last night and how your eyes lit up when you saw it but I will.
You won't remember at 8:00 am we were outside shoveling the four inches of snow off the grass with your little red shovel but I will.
You won't remember walking up the path to Grandpa Joe and Grandma's house but I will.
You won't remember looking for fat worms on the way but I will.
You won't remember us splashing in huge puddles until our feet were soaked but I will.
You won't remember being the only people at the park, sliding down the snow covered slides and landing in the snow that we had just pushed off all while laughing but I will.
You won't remember us taking our shoes off when we got home and our socks were soaked but I will.
You won't remember the cuddles while we had with warm milk to warm up but I will.
Thank you, Sam for a awesome morning! It will be one I remember for the rest of my life.
I will always love you,
Mommy
You won't remember today but I will.
You won't remember how it snowed last night and how your eyes lit up when you saw it but I will.
You won't remember at 8:00 am we were outside shoveling the four inches of snow off the grass with your little red shovel but I will.
You won't remember walking up the path to Grandpa Joe and Grandma's house but I will.
You won't remember looking for fat worms on the way but I will.
You won't remember us splashing in huge puddles until our feet were soaked but I will.
You won't remember being the only people at the park, sliding down the snow covered slides and landing in the snow that we had just pushed off all while laughing but I will.
You won't remember us taking our shoes off when we got home and our socks were soaked but I will.
You won't remember the cuddles while we had with warm milk to warm up but I will.
Thank you, Sam for a awesome morning! It will be one I remember for the rest of my life.
I will always love you,
Mommy
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