Silly Boys

It is hard to get a pic of these 2 clowns, but I try anyway.

Halloween 11

We had a pleasant Halloween this year. Kevin & I both got off work early and our friend Tara came over and helped too.

It was chaotic at best, but we had lots of laughs. Neither of the boys wanted to wear a hat or full costume.

So we made the best of it.

Wyatt was already in bed, but we had a little family shot. Each holiday becomes more fun as the boys understand them more.

Ryder turns 3!

My Moo Shoo turned 3 in late October. We celebrated with close family at my parents home. The boys had a great time as usual. My nephew Logan also turned 3 the same week so it was a double party.

My little man is growing up so quickly.

He went to his 3 year check up and measured in the 75% for both weight and height. He is very healthy!

I am not sure where to begin or try to summarize our past year. He is talking more clear and freely every day. We made it through the terrible 2's and still seeing some tantrums when we don't get our way.

He loves spending time with is granparents, Uncles, Aunt, and cousin Logan.

We are very proud of the little guy he is becoming.

He loves all cars and trains.

I often think of things I would like to say or write to Ryder so he can read them some day. I have thought of writing a birthday letter each year and attaching them together when he and Wyatt leave the home. I then get carried away and busy with tasks and forget.

I feel beyond blessed to be your momma Ryder. Your soul burns so bright and I hope I can only enhance it. I have enjoyed the past 3 years imeasureably and can't wait to watch you grow to be 4. You have a soft, sweet little heart that touches everyone you meet.

Love ya buddy

Randomness

We have had some great weather this past month. I have been trying to enjoy it outside with the boys, but do not take the big camera during our adventures most the time. Here are a few pics over the past month.

Wy and his new Woody doll MJ bought him.

We have a climber!! The boy has to be watched every second.

Additude!

We went to this cute little park during one of Kevin vacation days a few weeks ago.

The boys love the park. Ryder is pretty good at roaming and playing on his own, but Wyatt will be eating sand the minute you turn your back. He also follows random strangers and begins talking or cooing at them.

Love how happy the boys are when they go to the park. Its great exercise for them and free! Hope we have some great fall days ahead at the park.

Wyatt's 1st Birthday

Our sweet Wy turned 1 September 17th. I can't believe a year has flown by. Maybe it is because I spent the first year in zombie mode. This boy began sleeping through the night more often than not right before he turned 1. However he is teething his molars now and lets me know it.

So BIG!!

After eating cake at Grandma T's house on his birthday.

Sugar high

Big bro trying out Wy's new toys.

My sweet cup. He had a matching hat, but refused to wear it.

The cute little ride Uncle Brian bought for Wy.

Grandma Thurston and Wy.

His very first Winnie the Pooh.

My babies

Lots of great gifts!!

His first birthday balloon.

Cute cake

The personal smash cake. And smash he did. I tried to upload the videos of him eating his cake, but could not for some reason. He was hilarious eating the cake. He shoved the entire thing in his mouth.

A huge thanks to Kevins mom and brother for making Wyatts first birthday extra special. I was 6 hours away in northern WI for a close friends wedding. I was very sad to miss this day, but saw him before I left that day and got to see the videos Kevin took. I will try to never miss another birthday as long as Wyatt lives under my roof.

We went to his 12 month appointment 2 days after his b-day and he is measuring above average in height 75% and a little below in weight 22lb's. Not sure on all the exacts. I place them in his baby book for his future wife or reading pleasure.

As hard as this past year has been getting adjusted to 2 kids and the sleepless nights I would never ever go back. I could not imagine life without Wyatt now. He is one assertive and silly little boy. I know that he will make us proud throughout his entire life.