The Great Return to Work!

I am now on my third day back and am doing great. The boys are happy in school and love the trip to the gym after I pick them up. We get home around 6, which seems late, but they aren't any the worse for wear and I am feeling better with the little break between work and family duties. We've been attending Johnson Ferry Baptist Church on Sunday's and every time we pick Spencer up, we hear, "I love church! I had fun at church." Patrick is growing like a weed and I am fearful he will be bigger than Spencer one day...look out big brother! Our winter storm lasted about a day and it was Spencer's first time playing in the snow. He wasn't much interested in helping me build the snow man, but loved the sledding. Adreneline junkie, just like Dad. Patrick, of course, snuggled inside in his swing, sleeping, while we played.

2010 Already?!?!

The end of 2009 was a whirlwind with Patrick arriving and then on to Christmas and New Year's. I am still enjoying my time home - I have until February 16th. Spencer is still going to "school" and has become obsessed with football! Kris will get back to world traveling at the end of January (YIKES). Patrick and I spend our days doing LOTS of laundry, playing Wii, going to the gym, and watching the occasional remodeling show. Georgia loves her new "baby brother" and often sneaks kisses when she thinks we aren't looking! I've included several pictures from both Christmas and the last few weeks. Spencer got a football helmet and a stationary bike for Christmas and both were big hits. He also got a tent that he loves playing in with Dada. Patrick is starting to giggle and smile, so that has been fun to see. He loves watching Spencer play.

We hope everyone had a great holiday season and 2010 is moving along as great for you as it is for us!

Thanksgiving 2009

Patrick James has arrived!

October 31, 2009 and we are loving every minute with him. Spencer is being a great big brother, patting Patrick's head, letting us know when he's crying, bringing mommy burp cloths, pillows and diapers and commiserating with an "ow" when mommy and Patrick are feeding. (He's so observant.) Kris and I are working through the sleepless nights, but surviving. We have had several friends brining meals and family members staying over, which has helped us make it through these last few weeks. Here's to many more happy ones and a great upcoming holiday season!

Fall School Pix

Spencer took fall school pictures last week. The first day the photographer was there, he wanted no parts of it at all. So much for a modeling career. The second day, I had Kris take him in hopes that they would be set up in time for Kris to humor him and get a good smile. Of course, the company wasn't ready, Kris had to go to work and Spencer "tolerated" the nonsense. Oh well, we got half a smile which is better than none.

Down on the Farm

We took Spencer to a little place south of Jasper on Saturday to get a pumpkin. He wasn't interested in the pumpkins, but LOVED the animal cut outs (so did dad)! Can you tell? Baby #2 is still holding out for Halloween and we are all excited for his arrival. Will keep you posted if anything changes.

Pope Floods

Here is the video of Pope flooding today!