Our First Visit With Santa

This weekend was the lighting of the Christmas lights in downtown Morganton. I love Morganton this time of year. They really do a great job making our town look so lovely and festive. We took the boys to see Santa, since he always makes an appearance at this event every year. They were ready this year, or so we thought. Michael was sporting these antlers on the way to town, but then decided he didn't want to wear them once we arrived.

Wilson turned out to be completely at ease with Santa. Michael wasn't so sure.

Finally, with a little help from Mommy, we all made it up to Santa's lap. Wilson told him he wanted Batman Imaginext, which is all he talks about these days. Michael wants a bulldozer and eventually let Santa know.

The Weekend is Already Gone

This weekend was spent away from home, which is the least favorite way for us to spend our weekend. We woke up early Saturday morning, well Wilson and Michael woke up early, and headed to Gastonia to drop the boys off at Aunt Cici's house. This picture shows just how excited they were. This was a laundry basket that they "packed" with the things they would need for a sleepover at Aunt Cici's. Luckily we were able to convince them that all they really needed was a toothbrush and a change of clothes. Aunt Cici, Uncle Chris and Erin and Andrew would provide the rest of the entertainment for the day.

After dropping Wilson and Michael off in Gastonia, Bryan and I headed to Concord Mills to do a little shopping. That turned out to be more exhausting then chasing after two 3 year olds all day. We ended up in High Point at a good friends wedding. It was absolutely beautiful and a fun evening full of catching up with old friends. Funny thing was, once we got back to the hotel room we both kept commenting on how much we missed our little guys. Makes me realize how boring life was before Wilson and Michael came into our lives. Being a parent is the best thing I do every day of my life...even when it doesn't always feel that way. We woke up early this morning and rushed back to Gastonia to pick them up, thankful to be back in our weekend parent routine.

The New Addition to our Family

We have a new member of our family these days. To start off, I have never been a cat person. Just really didn't have much use for them...too independent, only like you when they want to eat, etc. So one morning this kitty just showed up at our door and he was hungry. We gave him a bit of food and thought that would be the end. However, I think this kitty chose us for his family. And he is actually the best cat I have ever met. Wilson and Michael pickup him up and carry him around like a baby and he endures it all. No scratching at all. So now he is part of our family and Wilson and Michael just love their kitty.

We have gone through a couple of names for him but for now I think he is called Driver. Wilson gave him this name. Most of them time though he is just Kitty. Welcome to our home!

Welcome to the World Diana!!!!

My sister Laurie had her second child this past Tuesday, November 3rd. Diana Gail Yu came into the world weighing 6lbs 10oz. We can't wait to meet her in January! Looks like Atticus is already being a good and protective big brother.

Wow, Where Did Those Last Few Months Go!

So I guess I have been on a bit of a hiatus the last few months. Or maybe I need to just be honest and tell you that Facebook is the culprit. Looking back now, I am a bit sad that I let this happen because this blog has kind of been my way of documenting my little family and the little things that go on in our lives.
Here we are in November, Wilson and Michael will be four in a few more months and boy, are they a handful. I still wouldn't trade being a mom for anything in the world but it does have its moments.

Today was one of those gorgeous fall days so we went outside and enjoyed every minute of it. That means there was no nap taking since we only had a limited amount of daylight to burn. We had fun jumping in leaves, riding our bikes and just playing all day. And now I have two little boys sound asleep in their beds, and they have been since 7:40. Just goes to show you what a bit of fresh air can do for you! Happy Fall Ya'll!!!

Whee!!! I had forgotten how much fun it is to play in a big pile of leaves. We spent a good hour just running and jumping, while my sweet husband kept the pile nice and big by constantly raking everything back into place.

The big ole Oak tree. This thing is a whopper of a tree and wow, is she gorgeous.

Clearwater Beach 2009

I have not posted a thing here in a long time. I think since my camera broke I have been a little less picture happy. Now I have a new one so watch out. We just got back from an amazing week at the beach. It got off to a rough start but ended, as always, with me wishing it wasn't over yet. I do have to say an extra special thank you to my family. They were incredibly amazing after my fall. They just took charge and made sure that Wilson and Michael were taken care of as well as myself. I love all of you and I say this every year, but I can't wait to do it all again next year.

Catching Up

It has been quite a while since my last post. We have been busy and I just haven't sat down to blog and I haven't been the best at taking pictures lately, possibly due to my ancient camera I have to use now. Any way, Michael and Wilson finished up Wee-School last Thursday with a big picnic at Martha's Park. As you can tell from the pictures, Wilson was really enjoying himself. Michael wasn't quite himself that day! Turns out he was coming down with Strep...what fun! Wilson succombed to Strep on Sunday so we have spent the last couple of days laying low and watching lots of movies since the guys haven't had the most energy. Wilson is still not better so they changed his antibiotic, hopefully that will help him. It is kind of strange when he doesn't have any energy. Hopefully we will all be on the mend soon.


Michael and Wilson with their googles at bathtime.

Wilson enjoying some pizza with his Wee-School pal Griffin.

Climbing up the tire...and to think they couldn't do that last summer...they just keep on growing.

Wilson loved the splash pad at Martha's Park.