Travels

You might be wondering what happened to us the past couple of weeks. Well, we've been traveling. Yes, again. We just can't seem to stay in the same state for very long without getting antsy. First we went to Colorado and stayed with Micah's Aunt Gamma and Uncle Wes for a few days. It snowed and snowed and snowed while we were there. Tom went snowboarding. He convinced me to go to the mountains with him, but he couldn't convince me to snowboard with him in 16 degree weather. Instead, I hung out in Winter Park and shopped. Unfortunately, I forgot to take any pictures while I was there. Bummer! We had fun though, I promise.

After a couple days back in Texas, Micah and I loaded up the 4Runner and drove to Mississippi. Micah did very well riding in the car for such a long distance. It wasn't until we were crossing the Mississippi River bridge when the battery in the DVD player died and he really started to get fussy. We made it though. While we were there, I watched Hannah cheer, got my hair done and went down to Nana and Grandaddy's house for a few days. I even got to see my best friend Kathy and her baby girls. We had a great trip, but again no pictures. I forgot my camera. Whoops. (Karen took pictures for me and she said she would send some if she could only figure out how) It was a great trip too, but we're happy to be home.

Today we've spent the entire beautiful day at home.



Today Micah enjoyed the beautiful weather in the backyard.


While we were in MS, Tom started clearing out the underbrush near the lake. Here's the progress.


We also rediscovered bubbles. I think he had more fun pouring them out and splattering them everywhere. He did manage to blow a few by himself too.

18 Month Check Up

Micah went in for his 18 Month Check-up on Monday. His latest stats are below.

Height: 32 in / 45% (Wahoo!)
Weight: 23 lbs 4 oz / 20% (We're working on it...He never stays still long enough to absorb any calories)
Head Circum: 18 1/8 in / 55% (He's so smart.)

As promised

It's late. The house is quiet. Everyone's asleep. Except me. I'm wide awake. Not sure why. I'm not in much of a mood for writing, but I thought I should at least be productive in this insomnia state.

This was last Thursday when it had first started snowing. Get a good look at it. (*Fingers Crossed*) We won't get that too often.


Micah sat on the driveway while I shoveled thick, heavy, wet snow. In Colorado it's courteous to shovel your neighbor's driveway if you have the time. After I finished up ours, I was a little afraid to shovel any of my neighbor's driveways. I've also been a true southerner, and I know how exciting the snow really is and how upset they may get if I mess up the pretty white blanket.


So, instead of shoveling the neighbors' diveways, I took Micah out on the sled.


On Friday, Tom's office closed due to the weather. Did you hear that, Denver residents? That's called a snow day. It's okay to close offices when there's snow. Anyway, Tom tried to teach Micah to ride on the sled down the hill.




Eskimo Kisses


We had fun, but I'm glad it melted.

Valentine's Day

Eight years ago Tom and I shared our first homemade, heart-shaped chicken alfredo pizza on Valentine's Day, and it's been our tradition ever since. Tonight we made (well, Tom made) this delicious dinner.

Each year we enjoy our pizza on the couch in front of the tv watching whatever romantic comedy is newly released. Tonight we have a double feature with The Time Traveler's Wife and Motherhood.

Check out the Valentine's Day loot!

The best Valentine's Day card ever! Super funny!


If you're all wondering, yes, we did get quite a bit of snow this past week. Pictures and videos to come. I'm hungry!

Happy Valentine's Day!

Another Wednesday

Today was just another Wednesday. Nothing special. Micah and I spent the morning playing and picking up the house, and after naptime (3 hours long:)) we went to TJMaxx and Kirklands just to get out of the house.

As far as unpacking goes, I got through one box today and I think I only have about 8 or 9 to go. I'm starting to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Hooray!

Here are a few pictures of our morning play time.

Micah was trying to hide among the pillows.

It was almost naptime and we were still in our PJs.

He loves to stumble and stomp around in Mama and Dada's shoes.

Hello, Denver

I knew it would only be a few short weeks before Tom was checking flights back to Denver. It's true! We're heading back there for a long weekend Feb 19th-23rd. Tom is presenting some of his work in the Denver office on Monday the 22nd, so Micah and I are tagging along for the trip. Tom hasn't been snowboarding this season yet, so I knew the trip was inevitable. So, to all of our friends and family in Denver, we'll see you soon!

Later Taters!

Checking in

This Sunday morning Micah cooperated a little more for pictures. He sure does clean up nice!


But, he still has a short attention span for photos.


Micah tried out the nursery for the first time this week at church. I've never been to a church with such a fancy, hi-tech nursery system. When we dropped him off it was midway through the mass after he had gotten restless in the santuary. As we signed him in, they handed us a beeper. Yes, if your child gets too upset, they beep you and you are to come get your child. Well, Micah made it about 15 minutes. Oh, well. He tried. A new environment and all new people was a bit overwhelming for him. Maybe he'll last 20 minutes next week.


This is today. Check out the mess.


It's another rainy Monday confined to indoor activities. The house is a wreck, but we've managed to do the dishes and some laundry. Not much else. Oh well.