Sunday, June 19, 2011

Bryon's First Father's Day

Happy First Father's Day Bryon. What a blessing it is to celebrate YOU on this special day.

This past year has brought so much joy as we watch you grow into your role as a new Dad. Whether it be waking up at 6 a.m., changing the dirtiest of diapers, or picking out the perfect pink outfit, you do it all so effortlessly and with so much love.

From the first moment you held little Lauren it was clear how full your heart had become. I hope that today and every day you know what a wonderful father you are and that she always looks at you with the love and adoration that she does today.

Thank you for joining me on this journey to parenthood and thank you for your love and commitment to our family. If I could have chosen any man with whom to raise a child, there is still no doubt that I would have chosen you.

XOXO - Your girls









Friday, June 17, 2011

Summer Fun

Pull our your tutu-embellished swimming suits people. It's time for summer fun at daycare!



Slip n slides can still be fun (even when you can't walk)





Whew! All this sitting around in my swimsuit is exhausting

Sunday, June 12, 2011

Wrapped in Love

This weekend, we went to our dear friends, Cara and Josh Haddad's home to meet their new baby boy Alex. Alex is 11 days old, completely adorable, and very much loved by his parents and his new big brother Drew.

Our visit was extra special because Cara's mother, Pat Oligschlaeger, was in town. Pat is special to us not only because she a beautiful lady and the mother to our dear friend Cara, but also because she crocheted a gorgeous baby blanket for Lauren shortly after her birth last year.

Finally we got to bring baby girl, her blanket and Ms. Pat together.



Hanging out with the "boys"



Finally! Someone who is smaller than me...



Thank you for wrapping me in love Ms. Pat.

Love, Lauren

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Eleven Months Old

Lauren is now eleven months old.

Just one short month from now she will officially be one year old (insert sniffles and tears here).

Where does the time go? And how was our life ever as wonderful without you?

Happy Eleven-Month Birthday Baby Girl.




Monday, June 6, 2011

Remembering Memorial Day Weekend

One week has already past since Lauren's first Memorial Day weekend but our fun memories are not forgotten of our time spent with close family.

Aunt Coni and Uncle John hopped in the Honda and headed to Kansas City for a holiday weekend with Lauren and to celebrate AUNT CONI'S 56th (okay 65th) BIRTHDAY!

We had so much fun playing, shopping, eating and just being together.

Aunt Coni's Birthday Celebration



After eating birthday cupcakes its good to brush your teeth



Then take a quick cat nap



Fun just being together



Lauren and Grandma Susie