tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10344439968115244092024-03-21T08:17:47.626-07:00The Evans FamilyThe Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.comBlogger110125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-20294713690764711962015-07-29T18:34:00.001-07:002015-07-29T18:34:55.950-07:00And just like that, my baby boy is FIVE!<br />
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This sweet boy turns the big 5 today.</div>
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<span style="text-align: center;"> As in, the "Mom, i'm a whole hand" birthday.</span><br />
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I think i write this every year - but every year its hard to believe he's "insert another age here".<br />
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I had no idea how much having a little boy would change my life. Completely different than having a little girl - but just as wonderful. <br />
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My sweet Caleb,<br />
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When i put you to bed tonight - you were still four. But when you wake up tomorrow, you will be FIVE. Only a few hours difference, but yet you will seem years older to me.<br />
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5 is big. 5 was tough for me to watch your sister turn, and i fear its going to be the same with you. 5 means your a big kid now. You are no longer a preschooler. I may cry.<br />
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You are THE sweetest boy i've ever met. You pick me "flowers"(weeds) daily, you open my car door for me without me asking you to, you constantly want to "snuggle", and you even went as far as to earn your first prize out of the prize box at school and pick something for ME, not yourself.<br />
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You love to help. You are a pro at rinsing dishes, folding laundry, skimming the pool, watering flowers, etc. You beg to be outside with daddy when he's working on something - helping him pick up sticks, mow the grass, or just watch him work on things.<br />
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You love anything that has to do with cars or big trucks. (You are your father's son!) You are already asking when you get to drive by yourself on the "real roads" and when i ask you what kind of vehicle you want to drive when you're older - you always say "a BIG truck that goes fast and sounds really loud!" Be still my mama heart. (Ya'll - pray for me in 11 years.)<br />
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You love your sister. You love to fret her and pick on her... but oh how you cry when she cries and hurt when she hurts. When she's not home, you are lost!<br />
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You love to be outside. Anything that involves a ball or running is right up your alley. I just signed you up for soccer this fall and i'm excited to see you out there on the field. I think you're going to LOVE it! You also love the beach or snow. You could play in it all.day.<br />
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Your speech has developed a lot this year, but you still have a few words that remind me you're still little. </div>
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You have quickly become your daddy's shadow this past year. You watch to see what he's wearing for the day and then go upstairs and try to pick out the same outfit for yourself. You mimic the things he says and how he does things. You want to eat what he eats (even cucumbers in vinegar - you'll choke it down and swear you like it, just to have what he's having!) :)</div>
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You have - in just a little over a month - gone from not wanting to get your face wet in the pool and wearing floaties - to jumping in, going completely under, and swimming all around without them! Super proud of you, sweet boy!</div>
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<span style="text-align: start;">To try and put into words what you mean to me is not possible. You are so special - and i know the Lord has great things in store for you. You love with your whole heart, and i pray one day that you surrender that sweet, loving heart to the Lord, and strive to live for Him everyday. We sure do love you, buddy! Happy, happy 5TH birthday Caleb Matthew! </span></div>
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Interview with Caleb - 7/29/15</div>
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What is your favorite color?: BLUE!</div>
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What is your favorite movie?: How To Train a Dragon</div>
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What is your favorite outfit?: Ninja Turtle costume!</div>
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What sport do you like best?: Basketball</div>
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What song do you love?: "Never Gives Up" (aka what he calls "One Thing Remains" by Kristian Stanfill)</div>
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What is your favorite cereal?: Cinnamon Toast Crunch</div>
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Who is your best friend?: Kyleigh J</div>
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What do you want to be when you grow up? a daddy... and go to work with daddy. (heart melt!)</div>
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What is your favorite thing to eat for dinner?: burger!</div>
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What are you afraid of?: "I'm not..." (HA!)</div>
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What is your favorite thing to drink?: lemonade</div>
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What is your favorite season?: Fall, so i can help daddy pick up leaves.</div>
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What is your favorite animal?: giraffes</div>
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What is your favorite book?: Harry the Dirty Dog</div>
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What are you really good at?: working with daddy, swimming in the pool..</div>
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Where do you wish you could go on vacation?: the beach!</div>
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What would you buy if you had $1000?: a REAL robot!</div>
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What do you like to do with your friends?: swim with them in the pool.</div>
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What do you hope to do before your next birthday?: go to the bouncy house!!!</div>
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My first-born, my baby girl is SEVEN today and more than half-way through her 1st grade year. Everyone told me how much faster life flies by when your kids get in "real school" - and boy, were they right! Didn't she just start kindergarten last week?</div>
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This past year has definitely been a year of change. The ending of Kindergarten, moving (not once, but twice!!), and beginning your 1st grade year! You are doing wonderful in school - the amount of things you have learned already this year has blown me away! You love to read - you read in the car while mommy drives, in bed before you go to sleep, and even just 'for fun' on the couch! You just started taking piano lessons, and with only 3 lessons under your belt - you have taken off! I think you love music as much as mommy! :)</div>
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You also love to watch movies, paint your nails, go to the arcade, play games, draw 'fashion outfits' and just color in general, play hours and hours (and hours) of barbies, sing songs at the top of your lungs and dance, hula hoop, and make things (bracelets, magnets for my refrigerator, potholders with your loom kit, etc).</div>
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What is your favorite color?: Teal</div>
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What is your favorite movie?: The Incredibles</div>
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Whats your favorite outfit?: dress with flowers</div>
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What sport do you like best?: basketball</div>
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What song do you love?: Beautiful for Me - Nichole Nordeman</div>
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Whats your favorite cereal?: Special K Red Berries</div>
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Who is your best friend?: Olivia Jessup</div>
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What do you want to be when you grow up? a cupcake maker for kids who have allergies like me, and a teacher.</div>
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What are you afraid of?: Ghosts and spiders.</div>
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What is your favorite season of the year?: SUMMER!!!</div>
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What is your favorite subject in school?: Math.</div>
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What are your favorite books?: "If You Give a Cat a Cupcake" and "Stella the Star Fairy"</div>
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What are you really good at?: shooting basketballs in the hoop and hula hooping</div>
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Where do you wish you could go on vacation?: Disney World!!</div>
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What would you buy if you had $1000?: I would go to the beach!</div>
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What do you like to do with your best friends?: play on the playground.</div>
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What do you hope you get to do before your next birthday?: get my ears pierced!</div>
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My buddy is turning the big 4 today. FOUR. Where on earth have these past 4 years gone? My sweet baby isn't a baby anymore... </div>
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You have learned to color much better this year. You know all of your letters, and can count to 20 - sometimes more! You drive your power wheels better than most adults can drive a car and you are begging for a REAL "moda-cycle" for Christmas this year. (<ahem> not happening. ever. at least if mommy has anything to do with it.) ;)</ahem></div>
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Happy, happy 4th birthday to THE sweetest boy. Mommy, Daddy, and Kaitlyn love you so much...</div>
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...Oh, how vividly i remember 6 years ago today.</div>
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The day you made me a Mommy, I was forever changed.</div>
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I took you home, and before i knew it, you were already two months old. You had the chubbiest cheeks and the bluest eyes.</div>
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I turned around to cook dinner, and you were a walking and talking toddler. Full of life and changing so fast.</div>
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And this past fall, i couldn't believe my eyes when i sent you off to Kindergarten. You have grown and blossomed into a beautiful, very determined, bright little girl who is, one day, going to move mountains!</div>
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My sweet K,</div>
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You now officially have to use BOTH hands to show how old you are... how cool is that?! :) I have watched you grow so much this past year. Sending you to kindergarten was a HUGE change for all of us... but you love it, just like i knew you would. You have learned to read, very well. (I love to watch you pick up a book to read for enjoyment and listen to YOU reading ME a book now.) You are also learning a little bit more than just reading and writing in Kindergarten this year... i am also watching you learn how to be a good friend and how to deal with things like 'so and so said i wasn't their friend today'. You are learning to give, what it feels like to hurt, and to be YOU among others.</div>
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But you know what i love? I love that (even though you ARE in Kindergarten) you still want me to walk you into school each day... and if it's a day i'm walking you in - just you and me - you beg me to 'carry you in'. (And yes, i do it. I won't have this chance for long!) I love that you love school and learning new things. I love that you still have a great imagination. I love that you still get excited about the little stuff - oreo cookies, a new toothbrush, a new library book to read, or a warm day to play outside!</div>
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There are no words to tell you how much I love you. None will do it justice. You are such a blessing to our family. Happy Birthday, baby girl - we pray that you have a wonderful 6th year - and that God will protect you and make Himself known to you. Always remember He loves you far more than Mommy and Daddy ever could.</div>
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Interview with Kaitlyn - 1/25/14</div>
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What is your favorite color?: Red, pink, and purple.</div>
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What is your favorite toy?: Frozen Castle and dolls.</div>
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What is your favorite fruit?: apples and bananas.</div>
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What is your favorite movie?: FROZEN!!! (with lots of excitement)</div>
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What is your favorite thing to eat for lunch/dinner? Steak.</div>
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What is your favorite outfit?: blue dress with my boots.</div>
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What is your favorite game?: Scrabble.</div>
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What is your favorite snack?: Pretzels and fruit snacks.</div>
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What is your favorite animal?: Elephant</div>
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What is your favorite song?: "Do You Want To Build A Snowman?" - Frozen</div>
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What is your favorite book?: "There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie"</div>
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Who is your best friend?: Olivia!</div>
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What is your favorite cereal?: Lucky Charms!</div>
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What is your favorite thing to do outside?: Swing!!</div>
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What is your favorite drink?: water</div>
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What is your favorite holiday?: Christmas and Halloween, so i can dress up.</div>
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What do you take with you to bed at night? my blankies.</div>
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What do you like to eat for breakfast?: cinnamon rolls.</div>
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What do you want for dinner on your birthday?: PIZZA!</div>
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What do you want to be when you grow up?: A doctor... and a cupcake baker!</div>
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What makes mommy happy?: hugs and kisses :)</div>
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What makes mommy sad?: When me and Caleb fight.</div>
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Who is mommy's best friend?: umm... Mrs. Tracy?</div>
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How old is mommy?: 29.</div>
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How tall is mommy?: 18 inches. (hehe)</div>
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What does mommy do when you aren't home?: work at the house doing dishes...</div>
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What is mommy's favorite food?: spaghetti?</div>
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What do you and mommy do together?: play barbies and games.</div>
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Tomorrow morning, i will be dropping you off for your first day in Kindergarten.</div>
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Your bookbag is packed with all of your supplies. Your new lunchbox is filled. I can remember holding you as a baby, daydreaming about this day and how we both would do.</div>
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To be honest, I can't wait to see you walk into your new school... although i know it will be through my tear-filled eyes. You are SO ready for this.</div>
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I think you are going to look so big, but yet so small to me as you walk through those doors. Do you realize this is the first day of your 'big girl life'? That for 5 years, it was me who was your playmate all day, it was me who ate lunch with you, it was me who taught you new things.... now, i'm sending you off to make new friends, to eat lunch with your classmates instead of your mommy, and to look up to other women (your teachers) with adoration and praise.</div>
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I wonder what you'll be thinking when i leave - you won't know anyone. Not even one person. This is a new school, in a new city, with no friends from preschool. This is a big change for your little heart. Oh, how i wish i could be a fly on the wall, to watch how you do, and be there to comfort you if you're scared. But knowing you and your personality, you will be just fine. Since your first day of preschool at 2 years old, you've never cried for me - always walking in confidently and never looking back. Such a great quality to have.</div>
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But... this is where I have to let go a little more. This is where my momma-heart has to fight the urge to protect you - and let you venture out on your own.</div>
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We have done our best to prepare you for this.... Be confident in yourself tomorrow. Speak to people, be the first to say hello and smile, and try to make new friends. If you get scared, pray to Jesus - he's always listening. Eat your lunch that mommy has packed you (and you better not eat the cookies first! :P) and participate in whatever is going on in class. Know that mommy and daddy are anxiously waiting to hear all about your first day - and will most likely have tears in our eyes when we get our first hugs after we pick you up! (the 1st day of Kindergarten is a big deal for mommies and daddies, too - you know!)</div>
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We love you - and we know that you are going to do GREAT!! We are so incredibly proud of you! Knock it out of the park, baby girl! :)</div>
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The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-68779242200796320852013-07-29T19:22:00.000-07:002013-07-29T19:22:22.726-07:00He's "FWEE" :)<br />
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I simply cannot believe my sweet baby boy is THREE!!! 3 (short) years ago today, i was so nervous as to what not only a second child would bring to the mix, but also a BOY! I had never had a brother growing up - or been around a little boy in general. I had been surrounded with pink ever since his big sister was born and i was NERVOUS! </div>
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But, oh, how this handsome little boy has stolen my heart. He is THE sweetest little boy in the world. He always compliments me... "Mommy, I yike your dwess"... "Mommy, i yike your hair", kisses me constantly, begs and begs to help me do whatever i am doing - dishes, folding clothes, even drying my own hair - he LOVES to help! </div>
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From the age of 2 to 3, we have watched him grow up so much! His language has exploded this year!!! The boy we were worried about never talking, now does.not.stop. :)</div>
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He got his big boy bed this year and never had a bad night of sleep.... he transitioned perfectly!</div>
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He began preschool last fall and did awesome! I still had to peel him off of me occasionally, but he would always beg to go to 'cool' and see Ms. "Kay-wee"! :) He was the youngest in his class (with that summer birthday) - but he kept up with the others! Knows all of his colors, we are working on his ABC's, and can usually recognize his name! :)</div>
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For Christmas, Santa brought him 'big boy underwear' in his stocking and ever since, he has been fully potty trained! (at 2years 5months) He went from diapers to underwear in 1 day with hardly any accidents!!! Even overnight! It was so easy for him (although i think having an older sister helped out tremendously!)... SO THANKFUL! No more diapers in this house, WOOHOO!:):)</div>
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And this kid STILL loves his cars. Like, obsessive loves them. But now he's starting to love 'big trucks', too! :) Every time we see a big truck while driving he says... "Mommy, i'd drive that". :) He got the car loving gene honestly! (His daddy and my daddy both love cars!)</div>
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As for eating, he is definitely a picky eater, just like his big sister! :-/ He is a skinny-minny, but is still SO TALL. I have no idea what i am going to do this winter for pants... we might need to invest in some suspenders...or duct tape. ;) </div>
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My handsome Caleb Matthew,</div>
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Mommy and Daddy (and Kaitlyn) love you so very very much and we pray that you will grow up to be a kind-hearted, generous, confident, intelligent, God-fearing man. You have so many wonderful qualities to offer the world, and i can't wait to watch you grow in the years to come. Thank you for being my best buddy in the whole wide world and for the love and joy that you bring our home everyday. We are so very blessed to have you.</div>
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Happy 3rd Birthday to the best little guy we know!</div>
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According to her birth records, this is true... otherwise, i would be in complete denial.</div>
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Goodness gracious - it seems like it was just yesterday the sweetest, most perfect little baby girl (who got a rare 10 out of 10 APGAR) was laying on my chest in the hospital.</div>
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**Just a little tid-bit of info... she is our 'Super Bowl Sunday' baby (2/3/08 - Giants vs. Patriots, Giants won!)... and this year, her birthday is on Super Bowl Sunday again! :)**</div>
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Five just seems so much bigger and older than four. :( Especially since according to her, 5 is HUGE. "I'll do that when i'm five"... "Mommy, when i turn 5, can i...?" "Am i 5 yet?"</div>
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And then the oh so dreaded......."Mommy, when i'm FIVE i get to go to.... KINDERGARTEN."</div>
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-She loves to play Barbies and Princesses... and we play them... every. day. This little girl has a huge imagination and could play them for hours.</div>
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-She can say and write all of her ABC's and count to 100 with no problem. She can even do some simple addition/subtraction math... (the math gene must come from her daddy, definitely NOT me!) We have also started working on some sight words... she gets so excited when she can "read it herself"! </div>
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-She is without a doubt, a very strong-willed little girl - which has brought me to my knees in desperation numerous times. The Lord is trying to teach us both something through this, i'm certain. But having a strong will CAN be a good trait! </div>
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-She loves to sing... just like her "Aunt Maime"! (Let's just hope she sounds like her Aunt and not her mother!) ;)</div>
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-She is just now starting to realize that with food allergies, she is a little 'different'. She wants the cakes at birthday parties - and reluctantly eats her oreos instead. It kills me... but i know that God has a special plan for her. And i'm choosing to be thankful that we're not sitting in a hospital somewhere with cancer or something worse. Things can always be worse. She is healthy and growing, and i am grateful.</div>
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-As much as she beats up on her little brother, it is so very evident that she LOVES him! And he is all about her! They are really starting to play and interact more now, willingly giving hugs and kisses and it makes my mommy heart so happy!</div>
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Dear Kaitlyn Brooke,</div>
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I cannot believe you are this big already... when you were born, everyone told me that "it goes by so quickly"... and, to be honest, it was hard to see through the sleepless nights and the millions of diapers...</div>
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But look at you now! You've grown into such a beautiful little girl. You don't need me to change your diapers anymore... now you need me in other ways. To stand back and let you make your own decisions... to teach you how important it is to be a friend.</div>
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You are definitely, without-a-doubt, the mini 'girl version' of your Daddy (and have been since birth!). And boy, does Daddy smile ear-to-ear when anyone tells him that. He is so proud of you. (We both are!)</div>
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You will start Kindergarten this fall, and to be completely honest, i will be a complete mess. You know, one of those moms who is bawling before i even get back to the car. But you? I know you are ready. You have LOVED preschool from day 1 - hardly ever looking back at me as you walked in. And that's a good thing. You have confidence. And i have confidence in you - you are going to do GREAT!</div>
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I know you like the back of my hand. I know how you will react to things before they happen...</div>
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I know that you will pick me "a flower" (weed) EVERY time we play outside. You search for them the second you get out of the door, and my hands are always full of them by the time we go inside. :)</div>
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And, i know that you are one of the most precious gifts in my life. You were the first to give me the name 'mommy', and my world has forever changed. You are wonderfully made, and I can't wait to see what this BIG next year is going to hold. </div>
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What is your favorite color?: RED! </div>
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What is your favorite toy?: My leap pad.</div>
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What is your favorite fruit?: pear and apples</div>
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What is your favorite TV show?: Team Umizoomi</div>
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What is your favorite thing to eat for lunch?: Crackers and fruit</div>
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What is your favorite outfit?: My red dress that Gammie gave me.</div>
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What is your favorite game?: The Princess Game</div>
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What is your favorite snack?: popcorn and fruit snacks</div>
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What is your favorite animal?: elephant</div>
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What is your favorite song?: Twinkle, Twinkle...</div>
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What is your favorite book?: Polite as a Princess and Dog and Bear</div>
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Who is your best friend?: Olivia</div>
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What is your favorite cereal?: The purple mini wheats</div>
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What is your favorite thing to do outside?: Swings/Slide</div>
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What is your favorite drink?: water</div>
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What is your favorite holiday?: Christmas!!!!!</div>
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What do you like to take to bed with you at night?: blankies</div>
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What do you like to eat for breakfast?: poptarts</div>
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What do you want for dinner on your birthday?: pizza and cake</div>
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What do you want to be when you grow up?: "a dentist and a cupcake maker"</div>
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What makes mommy happy?: When I obey....</div>
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What makes mommy sad?: If i disobey.</div>
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Who are mommy's best friends?: Me and Caleb.. (haha)</div>
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How old is mommy?: 28. </div>
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How tall is mommy?: I dont know, like... 108 tall.</div>
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What does mommy do when you aren't around?: You keep Caleb. </div>
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What is mommy's favorite food?: Sandwiches. (LOL! I rarely eat one.)</div>
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What do you and mommy do together?: play barbies. :)</div>
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That's like... almost a whole DECADE of marriage.</div>
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When life gets crazy (and boy does it ever with kids), i can't help but think how glad i am that it is YOU who is standing beside me. Thank you for loving me when i don't deserve it, being a husband and daddy who HELPS OUT, and the kind of husband i'm proud to call mine! </div>
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Two years ago today, the sweetest little boy stole my heart...</div>
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My handsome Caleb Matthew,</div>
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What a blessing your sweet little life has already been to me. It still amazes me that 2 years ago you were just a tiny little snuggly 8lb baby and today you are a walking (or maybe i should say running?), talking, silly little boy who thinks he can already do EVERYTHING his big sister does! </div>
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Your personality is really coming out these days... definitely a charmer with those sweet smiles you give! ;) But you're also giving me a run for my money with that favorite "NO!" word you have these days. You're a really great sleeper... despite the need to undress yourself occasionally? :P </div>
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Your smiles are the best, and you absolutely LOVE to be "siiiiide". (outside!) Whenever we pull up in the drive way and you see the swing set, you always ask "mommy... wing??" I usually end up having to drag you inside, kicking and screaming.... :)</div>
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Kaitlyn is your big sister, and you absolutely LOVE her. It doesn't matter what she does to you, you cry for her when she's not around (even if she's in her room being punished for something she just did to you!!!). You know exactly how to push her buttons already and do it while giggling. My, how i for-see many years of this...</div>
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There are no words to sum up what you mean to us. You are the perfect completion to our family and we can't imagine life without our little "buddy". I pray that God will do great things through you, and that you will grow to love Him and know Him personally as your Savior. </div>
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Mommy. <3</div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-77867421282519817432012-02-02T12:46:00.000-08:002012-02-02T12:48:19.599-08:00Our "Princess" turns 4! :)My precious little blonde haired, blue-eyed "princess" is turning FOUR.<div><br /><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjEnuiOKkVK5uctL318WllF9hDFUnHEzH2aWgvNIvZbM6EsWG5OpjzqspKjEhpQFFSA3wgqz6WfV-9HaXl5bn15SAq5VSN6h6OVdt97ZR1XqZmqNMorFWPNXttVhMjNC3oVZCvdS2eexo/s320/102_7810.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701017587004695074" style="cursor: pointer; width: 195px; height: 320px; " /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Being a stay-at-home mommy, I'm so amazed at how ridiculously l o n g some days can seem, and then the next thing i know - another year has passed! Kaitlyn has really grown this year - she no longer has the 'baby' look, and is really blossoming into a little girl.</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdbY5POEufC-gRCpl-58QtHnPaE9EEcO4l4DuPykeiBZkzUEWax49L-_GpPLPQFmnTzhpio0XBI_K_SAymRDoH8rF7cy5-BDmkwBgsBjQaC9Zjq8-1fzjeeSx0A4BbJZY1bZD7kF4eGYw/s320/102_8112.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701017592544023618" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></div><div><br /></div><div>This is the first birthday that she has literally been counting down the days to. She really gets it now, and i am loving it!! We are having a "Cinderella Birthday Party" per her request - WITH FRIENDS! Our first party thats not just family and at our house... and she is beside herself with excitement! :) Should be lots of fun!</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZFRV4jGUWOGTVllB5_zBcL-HYwAEbsoQa9qvps99OYXUJmm8cxh8CW14PRyOMktqcnPp6UkUlFg1zC1bFCv7OMhSORpkKnJ6tYQLjErsfGIEozOVm_t7lZKoXus2O7AuimsZ8V0GJaXg/s320/102_8212.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701017597527699106" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /><br /><div><br /></div><div>In years past, I have written sentimental posts... but this year, i just can't help but be excited for things to come! This little girl can already write her name (and recognize it anywhere), can remember her AWANA bible verses like a champ, and is trying hard to "tell time" already (and is getting really good at it)! She keeps me young by hours and hours of playing princesses and barbies. :) She loves to dress herself and to be honest, she's pretty good at matching outfits. She prays the sweetest prayers at bedtime and still LOVES to be read to (and now enjoys "reading" to us). I truly can't wait to see what this next year will hold!</div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH4Zhq4TLrnUgZn8vip9nJ29SOqMUBTxCFzB1Vr3iFjGxjpIDZYI8b7SO91L-Mr8Te39DF9P6Sb_uErGsWfz6xiZNz67O79EX-uTzyu97Z52APUX9t_iAqqAArtCqNv_byzb3srslsHkQ/s1600/102_8860.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH4Zhq4TLrnUgZn8vip9nJ29SOqMUBTxCFzB1Vr3iFjGxjpIDZYI8b7SO91L-Mr8Te39DF9P6Sb_uErGsWfz6xiZNz67O79EX-uTzyu97Z52APUX9t_iAqqAArtCqNv_byzb3srslsHkQ/s320/102_8860.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701017611678473154" style="cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></a> <img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihi03LQz4sqOIC-4fJrVlBY0qDAJIMIEb2WBMV9T4xFQtaqWIwEnkWp3qBPQJ0A8WXYbt3KNCs_Rsi07woVXVImJJLT3raFJiqDEAW0o7a5KxQ8x2ZLN2buglexl5kDvcXQIhLYo7PaiU/s320/102_8964.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701017623756778850" style="cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></div><div><br /></div><div>Kaitlyn is definitely one-of-a-kind. One-on-one, she is FULL of life - but put her in a room full of people and she gets really overwhelmed - often the one in the back watching all the other kids do it first. She is undeniably THE most strong-willed child i have ever met, but i'm learning that instead of "breaking" this will, that i need to just "shape" it. (It CAN be a good trait!) She definitely keeps us on our toes and gives our family quite the dynamic... but goodness gracious, i love this girl like CRAZY. To hear her tell me out of nowhere "I love you, Mommy!" and then give me the best hug and kiss is what makes every day that is challenging with her, totally worth it! Hearing her pray makes my heart melt and encourages me that she IS listening and learning. Lord, help me to continue to point her to You.</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj08_iDl2bq-G9cjLE7ZSNNHWcI-S3OQnzkSeeaO6b8dTJUQ8S_n6106A_1WJRq8yLS497cqFIZP2Ff-zoS3ntFQ-FElxKG7_pEpsm-RzeTMRA3kBrZc7-PJfwcApeSW2PY_ixqV4RTu2k/s320/102_9108.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701020929992757410" style="cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></div><div><br /></div><div>Happy 4th Birthday to my special little girl who first made me a 'mommy'. You are one of my greatest blessings. I am so glad the Lord allowed me to be YOUR mommy!</div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhETCLJEGKKkAH8spxhsYov0BOoQiVbXYz0_YwfRZSwvWbOJ6zkld0flEejX8tcxz5z1szjsvOg7IT7N50Otp1Y6BaE26QKoKCvFujFuS7NRsR0cPKp8qtBvWfv7ktwUPKYNWokWVtPA2U/s320/102_9549.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701023141161857682" style="cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div>Interview with Kaitlyn 1/22/12:</div><div><br /></div><div>What is your favorite color?: red</div><div>What is your favorite toy?: my princesses</div><div>What is your favorite fruit?: pear</div><div>What is your favorite tv show?: sccooby-doo... and mickey mouse.</div><div>What is your favorite thing to eat for lunch?: nuggets and tator tots</div><div>What is your favorite outfit?: my cinderella dress</div><div>What is your favorite game?: ring around the rosy... and candyland.</div><div>What is your favorite snack?: goldfish and fruit snacks</div><div>What is your favorite animal?: elephant</div><div>What is your favorite song?: "twinkle twinkle"</div><div>What is your favorite book?: my cinderella and ariel books.</div><div>Who is your best friend?: "Olibia" (Olivia)</div><div>What is your favorite cereal?: "the purple kind" (fruit filled mini wheats) and lucky charms.</div><div>What is your favorite thing to do outside?: sidewalk chalk</div><div>What is your favorite drink?: water (seriously, this kid only drinks water and milk. nothing else.)</div><div>What is your favorite holiday?: CHRISTMAS!!! (with a big smile and lots of excitement)</div><div>What do you like to take to bed with you at night?: my blankies.</div><div>What is your favorite thing to eat for breakfast?: poptarts!</div><div>What do you want for dinner on your birthday?: chicken and peas! (HAHA!)</div><div>What do you want to be when you grow up? a dentist... so i can clean your teeth mommy! (not sure what that's supposed to mean?! ha)</div><div>What makes mommy happy?: when i do dis' (and then proceeds to make a silly face) <and then="" proceeds="" to="" make="" a="" funny="" face="">;)</and></div><div>What makes mommy sad?: when i hit Caleb.</div><div>Who are mommy's best friends?: Me, Caleb, and Daddy.</div><div>How old is mommy?: 27 (which is right... only because she is obsessed with how old everyone is and asks a lot!)</div><div>How tall is mommy?: 1,2,3,4,5 tall.</div><div>What does mommy do when you're not around?: You cry. (HAHAHAHA)</div><div>What is mommy's favorite food?: mac and cheese...</div><div>What do you and mommy do together?: we go to "Karo-wana's" (AWANA's)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwbGcOIllJpUGcZFpFoCh5vOsvtpfnSZI6RdeNVH9IJ72gydylZ5O2PWWpr0SYlflCG6chM91-sprijp2JDfQVdqvxD7XPCD_I4Mhk1jaJ28biQ83QDx4KlCwQeiefFnNkhddrZGHLFrM/s320/102_9439.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701023130849004146" style="cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></div></div></div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-69196340202751994132012-01-01T11:56:00.000-08:002012-01-30T19:13:49.862-08:00I am blessed!<div><div><br /><div>For anyone who is lucky enough to know my husband, you probably already know this about him. My husband is one of the most genuine, "thoughtful" (that one was for you, babe;)), loving, giving men that i know. He is my rock, my safe haven, my sanity in my 'i'm a stay-at-home mom' world. He loves me at my worst, tells me that i'm still beautiful (even after having 2 children and everything THAT changes) and can make me laugh when i'm so mad i just want to scream. He carries the heavy burden of being the sole provider for our family while i stay at home with the kids... and then comes home to clock in as 'daddy'. I'm sure it's not easy being him... and i often take that for granted.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 217px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7jwOdd2M-Mj-FYk9RoRLLqfq8zvdVFhRL8VqZ4fNKSfDNjqVZWPoNiYauSl7aGaGU_A4refrLrWkPEnFCIRBx3hWgQsfsDBHr9JYfiVf3lQpbDuLh2mRO4UwmdX3K1Yezrl4H-NzxxXk/s320/scan0008.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5703253055001242178" /></div><div><b><i>the proposal :)</i></b></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdL3KGGbfdcF3YyCFP0l8dwKPk0q_yWaVAgHEmWzakgDMCIu8ngh7V28RSfxtziWxzZ2KiAurxsfhgZixskC-OAgGaUWHgTFaLzUjIPzlXPC4NdUfddNYowzcGhW2Fe-AsnvApV5xTa54/s320/scan0038.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5703253064846066066" style="cursor: pointer; width: 204px; height: 320px; " /></div><div><b><i>rehearsal dinner before our wedding... wow, do we look YOUNG.</i></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCr_0pJHapLUzCpCv2ndx2wFx3OFijdRbWmyW2bOksqxKPyBjipOBcy8_aadSGSw6CLT_MPdvD-Bt3DnDftg6xIKf1y6pBCmXgJYTH4Idbxrecj6VD9ttP4lHaJGvWv7Rq4ykoZe9jMHc/s320/scan0059.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5703253070065866194" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px; " /></b></div><div><b><i>newlyweds! </i></b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Things sure have changed over the past 8 years. Gone are the days of 'sleeping in', going out whenever and wherever, and actually having MONEY in the bank. ;) Every day is a new challenge, and it's hardly ever "smooth sailing", but i wouldn't change the past 8 years for anything. It's funny how time changes things... his smile and eyes have always drawn me in - but you know what i love about him now(in addition to those eyes and smile)? Watching him play with the kids... the wrestling matches... "the clam"....bedtime prayers that he prays with Kaitlyn. Melts my heart every time.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 316px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNvjj6XDqvWbT-_AfRA5ssrwM-OakdnhUoSS_CkprQptHHwazcptKRIe5vM84ioPyq2RjdfSQ3SuzgP3xXPYPrKK7cbCkiq_z5zU6Zsf9fMV3U9159XejPz5sqZfZMXxHN4cDs5JqcWXc/s320/n500037509_1252369_3275.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701779330242375234" /> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The past year we have really been off our ususal 'schedule'. Now that Kaitlyn is involved in extraciricular activities (dance, AWANA's) and i now am a part of a group called MOPS (p.s. -every mom NEEDS this!).... our time together has somewhat dwindled. It's usually a 'tag-team' kind of thing... he gets home, i leave. I get home, he leaves. But even in the busy-ness that is our lives, i can <b>always</b> count on him.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1DJ_xRLxxr4NU26FBvJ-VbHcu38bbl8KfWYs-UtXPLyVXwc9OTjBqe51SyhB_miFXHEabXgEOAQMsz0p1B_jdjilqllinW4CkCedLZJ8zDFNgYtmTQ96BqSB4zPD8dlxPuUrr3jcIro4/s320/Photo+on+2011-10-16+at+13.55+%25232.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5701779334923101890" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></div><div><br /></div>8 years.<div><br /></div><div><b>EIGHT.</b></div><div><br /></div><div><b>YEARS.</b></div><div><br /></div><div>How did that happen...? It seriously seems like it was just yesterday.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you for spoiling me.... the backrubs after my long days, the chocolate milkshakes hand delivered to me on the couch, turning on the electric blankets for me in advance so i don't have to crawl into a cold bed... it's the little things. :)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>These past 8 years have flown by... and I look forward to many more by your side. :)</div><div><br /></div><div>.<img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEylJY1IRnMERKwt4ARid8KnNibFvPUUbo2BK1-OZynNFH2EZAkpbKNilU5yAfzUEX3xzVA5aLOvKFerPX7ifA9U6TSD2JMFp8zpSCKLTdJ8WKWT8ZHanVSO4wd0HsjPZnXr59QXdHcnw/s320/399834_10150510789057510_500037509_8730078_1875463653_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5703253053734741730" style="cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></div><div><br /></div><div>Happy Anniversary, Baby! :)</div><div><br /></div><div>I LOVE YOU.</div><div><br /></div><div>MTWCS, BTTW, AAF.</div><div><br /></div><div>Julie </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-1331028625100825672011-07-29T19:03:00.000-07:002011-07-29T19:09:26.355-07:00My baby boy is ONE!<div>I have to be honest and say that i'm a little sad that tomorrow... at 7:49am... my only son, my 'little man', my BABY... is going to be ONE!!</div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQcaXkq2H5GgpTpqDLGqHmoWGDYT4OtVr6sSqGMy6H4U2TO-jjLWVQ5gvy4n_F3FGlk0pNk-5y06SeyGohaiRPQJfTJkPQ_jguJMis5gGA_4BUAzIkZZeBB6PpS5YEnJejn8ldi76AAnQ/s320/40250_421006217509_500037509_4608379_670564_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631626902386538802" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 229px; " /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC1AJVZLuaXxkY6aD3_Vt-KHn3iScf60rSfLI-eHGl-2aVk2Q2G-AnG5-JnOIDto1OyDmc0Kf7uVkzrwSRC3tzPrdxfmN6JIa8tjkJieEHO2t4Q0VAMryER9Rw3Cpyh9QEHlQMEy6S_Og/s320/39650_730633802398_55708077_40525457_4983371_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631629590337307058" style="cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 320px; " /></div><div>I have no idea how it happened. Time seems to go by twice as fast with 2 kids. Lord willing, he is my last baby - and knowing this makes the thought of him even remotely growing up, a little bittersweet.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>My sweet Caleb Matthew,</div><div>The day we found out we were going to have a little boy... I cried - my heart was so full. I felt complete. I would now have a girl AND a boy. The best of both worlds!</div><div><br /></div><div>I have to admit i was a little nervous... I never had a brother growing up, and with only having the experience with a girl - the thought of a little boy intimidated me. But the second i laid eyes on you, my fears were gone. I wouldn't trade you for the world... or 100 girls.<img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidcZpg1o3GEDqbZUBmyuSQ6XqALPMP0t0VBgKCgXMIOq5MZbYx0LtHSSgUbbDLjY4u0BVYFE2Q-UOAyC6oeNdFh8pym0f80D3nCay712EFZGIg-z5SC9pfvYJbO9yYtUtLXVReRUjtv68/s320/40250_421006212509_500037509_4608378_2500988_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631626902893549154" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></div><div>The day you were born was so DRASTICALLY different than the day your sister was born. I remember being in the operating room while they were prepping me... so anxious to meet you, hold you, and look at your precious face, count your fingers and toes! Dr. Tomblin delivered you and everything went great! Your delivery was a breeze, and you were a perfect little baby boy! You looked more like me than your sister did, and I fell in love... instantly. :)</div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkCF4xrQ-js37thuxB216fLWuyG-FHyWdUl37CKkXsGT3oDbVN0xZGQ1er5TvtxshO-L1hKSqhQxBYEKZDUfbM-t2vxMqtmq74anRAAF7Db-5q7C-Gzhi1jVBOdeGCXIG3LUuqHHRfnNo/s320/40250_421006222509_500037509_4608380_433235_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631626909353644546" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 246px; " /></div><div>You were born screaming your head off.... but boy, you had us fooled. You were(and still are) the most laid back, easy-going, ALWAYS happy baby boy.</div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjFv_4JNCOctu9bhyphenhyphenAfEN7PkGgdw4odx8D38Gntz-W5yhbuNBfhSj6cKuz7KsQLf6e1hgRzzao4KWNavGeu6bCCZXJ18eUti1UfL3YglieTH5oOnZnQmXPJ__f2nxhegF7x8eavYAOxns/s320/46748_432033947509_500037509_4876548_4722836_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631626913834659266" style="cursor: pointer; width: 245px; height: 320px; " /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOEakamEfe9gYXFpqiwRPtBxBJ6EiqPMmrAW0v6D0nRUX3xYhDSUAdDo98EgKlIdaLFPm1pseB53izkWQSbsfPk3K7hzRyIvItS6WV8TbLGb-8MKCbvPF9K-_3-nYFGf12MlPYXlYhJT4/s320/74321_463057667509_500037509_5439323_730939_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631626919122275874" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 245px; " /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo6AqlVq0YGH6yC1wX1W3PjCqKg7C0liKERyq_in1z6eJ2IpVt4am-7qurVJBvFhNEbLOwz2SK0yaN-v2JqF1CqL13e0u19jGQZl9JzW-6CsgYOVG39yw-9F8MeX6FNCNZacVtFlM7cB0/s320/156854_472410452509_500037509_5570913_412997_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631629585136152242" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 238px; " /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTiYT0sQCiZt2eT9UaxGvt0SvzYrtWLj1jVZMKp04g5aXlKb14FE6jQkAbpE3-o2bWK0J37hfFccemoe03eAbZ7QmVNOoJPebRmL2EivfwYHonAwocDrcSGNHv5lz_bHOv4f1sw4CAwvk/s320/47071_446340362509_500037509_5166180_5054830_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631629596379464050" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 229px; " /></div><div>You're eyes are the biggest brown eyes i have ever seen and you have your daddy's lips. Your smiles are contagious and you love to give open-mouth kisses. You are INFATUATED with your big sister Kaitlyn. Your face lights up whenever she comes in the room... and when she's not around, you are searching for her... calling her "NIN?" "NIN?" You're a sensitive little man and you love to be rocked to sleep. You have 5 teeth and you're working on 2 more as we speak. You don't have much to say (i think your big sister does all the talking for you), but you are ready to start walking really soon! You seriously have the best disposition and such a sweet little personality. </div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-w44pDMp0SBJhNFUbe0eiCSn_m73Tv9xOWvP-XoubQ93_euNFBR2D1wsGvcLnGmgoUbjNl8oaoQzRPvZuVIhR2lpheW2w2RWSnfusuqwjAYtuOo3eVzSzjuoV4MJp86iZR5eBkS6ZQRQ/s320/102_7910.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631629600809556066" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgneECemGq5F2t-21hddrOsjsGV7w-XGORIYqA3dZB-bDBrqNHmeTqhcoSHNMdrIifz8QwQIvx7PvZZBXD0GyeIzIp0I8Rza0BvDb4gpok7L0v-8lYjM2HYXKnHXvjlG9oRp4QN-jPjWo/s320/102_8480.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631629608496527522" style="cursor: pointer; width: 278px; height: 320px; " /></div><div>I hope you know how much your mommy and daddy love you! You will forever be our 'little man' and we can't wait to see you grow up and see what the Lord does in your life! We pray for you to grow up to be a humble, God-fearing man with a love for the Lord and His people. </div><div><br /></div><div>"I'll love you forever, like you for always... as long as i'm living, my baby you'll be..."</div><div><br /></div><div>Love,</div><div>Mommy<3</div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-77869505308900562062011-04-22T17:04:00.000-07:002011-04-22T17:29:30.230-07:00Here's to another month..So, here lately i've been blogging once every month... <div><br /></div><div>i really need to work on that.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Nothing is really new lately... just watching my babies grow up before my very eyes.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Here's my buddy - 8 months old in this picture! (he'll be 9 months on the 30th... be still my heart.)</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQOOQNIaF4PJ3EX5Kogh56URihLaXSv5DfpIhx7O0mBE_OFcoUjwN6wiuECipvL92CadJRtA7kB7ehrk07V7RfZ59JWmK27FJP-qEIH8OAqinG0BO9BxL-iPL2ZJpZjlO_VYUjZ7Kgzo0/s1600/102_7960.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 316px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQOOQNIaF4PJ3EX5Kogh56URihLaXSv5DfpIhx7O0mBE_OFcoUjwN6wiuECipvL92CadJRtA7kB7ehrk07V7RfZ59JWmK27FJP-qEIH8OAqinG0BO9BxL-iPL2ZJpZjlO_VYUjZ7Kgzo0/s320/102_7960.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5598564386294229394" /></a><div>He's such a good little boy... happy and smiling ALL of the time! He's trying some table food here lately and loving it. He LOVES cheerios, nearly convulses with excitement when he sees the box come out of the pantry. :) He's also tasted peas, green beans, and some chicken. All of which he was a fan of... minus the chicken. I grinded it up a little and i think it was a texture thing. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQOOQNIaF4PJ3EX5Kogh56URihLaXSv5DfpIhx7O0mBE_OFcoUjwN6wiuECipvL92CadJRtA7kB7ehrk07V7RfZ59JWmK27FJP-qEIH8OAqinG0BO9BxL-iPL2ZJpZjlO_VYUjZ7Kgzo0/s1600/102_7960.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a>Here's my princess... 3 going on 16. I have a feeling this picture will be one i get out on her 16th birthday. :) Bless her heart, she is really struggling lately to "obey". She is without a doubt THE most strong-willed child i have ever met, and teaching her to 'obey and listen' is proving to be a very difficult task. I now know what my dad meant when he spanked me and told me "this hurts me more than it hurts you" or "i do this because i love you".<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxnHYx79coRNbwBt1Egfa6-lJC2Of53J1hevGiLdMHzK7GkclfEzY95eyOFKnSYD2j8DQ03a8s4qGVMRX7kdtQ7NDuQCBWHtwyekl-i0GR4L74fs9Sl8AeEpeQNp8IEYi4b11frhUfbFU/s1600/102_7933.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxnHYx79coRNbwBt1Egfa6-lJC2Of53J1hevGiLdMHzK7GkclfEzY95eyOFKnSYD2j8DQ03a8s4qGVMRX7kdtQ7NDuQCBWHtwyekl-i0GR4L74fs9Sl8AeEpeQNp8IEYi4b11frhUfbFU/s320/102_7933.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5598564380437547874" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxnHYx79coRNbwBt1Egfa6-lJC2Of53J1hevGiLdMHzK7GkclfEzY95eyOFKnSYD2j8DQ03a8s4qGVMRX7kdtQ7NDuQCBWHtwyekl-i0GR4L74fs9Sl8AeEpeQNp8IEYi4b11frhUfbFU/s1600/102_7933.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a>Good morning, handsome! :)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOn2FXZsOM6Eu4XsBsWVLLkSgwIuXQUjX9kZqWchnbUdcah8zgy5j6vIxxG6_Roz0ybWPXxUT7iSlrH6SCC_eiEbsvdnLgsbcu34hgAN682pxxIy_isZPPa7B8c4_vObr0cCEsxcyWsSI/s1600/102_7910.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOn2FXZsOM6Eu4XsBsWVLLkSgwIuXQUjX9kZqWchnbUdcah8zgy5j6vIxxG6_Roz0ybWPXxUT7iSlrH6SCC_eiEbsvdnLgsbcu34hgAN682pxxIy_isZPPa7B8c4_vObr0cCEsxcyWsSI/s320/102_7910.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5598564377676662514" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOn2FXZsOM6Eu4XsBsWVLLkSgwIuXQUjX9kZqWchnbUdcah8zgy5j6vIxxG6_Roz0ybWPXxUT7iSlrH6SCC_eiEbsvdnLgsbcu34hgAN682pxxIy_isZPPa7B8c4_vObr0cCEsxcyWsSI/s1600/102_7910.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><br /><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOn2FXZsOM6Eu4XsBsWVLLkSgwIuXQUjX9kZqWchnbUdcah8zgy5j6vIxxG6_Roz0ybWPXxUT7iSlrH6SCC_eiEbsvdnLgsbcu34hgAN682pxxIy_isZPPa7B8c4_vObr0cCEsxcyWsSI/s1600/102_7910.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a>Kaitlyn on her new swing set! Yay for warmth and something fun to do outside!!! :)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmhVwgx4xpk9mUnD1jsgtEhiQRagkjNZpmdXmNzn95gIAC5_TBqsTAuyWsB8WnVXAuXwOEBzAcBfoRj-KhcgoBBfg1xSfsbO7pZpdpk9d5W7rSV9mjSV3Zty2fFNx1XmrIvUTh1u8lXUw/s1600/102_7906.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmhVwgx4xpk9mUnD1jsgtEhiQRagkjNZpmdXmNzn95gIAC5_TBqsTAuyWsB8WnVXAuXwOEBzAcBfoRj-KhcgoBBfg1xSfsbO7pZpdpk9d5W7rSV9mjSV3Zty2fFNx1XmrIvUTh1u8lXUw/s320/102_7906.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5598564373567960626" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmhVwgx4xpk9mUnD1jsgtEhiQRagkjNZpmdXmNzn95gIAC5_TBqsTAuyWsB8WnVXAuXwOEBzAcBfoRj-KhcgoBBfg1xSfsbO7pZpdpk9d5W7rSV9mjSV3Zty2fFNx1XmrIvUTh1u8lXUw/s1600/102_7906.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><br /><div>Daddy play a game called "Baby Burritos"... and here they are. ;) so cute.</div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYT4lm5vp9IXCj6vbaFZ0LaOI039DsT2jMSoBp2PsKf-Mll3QOLQ1yhm0_RvAZxy7G2Iu1m1maXmtZmthYKpMXLxjryofZgkyw03n_OO4CEc_dpoPGo0CArazx8JGrFkwT55PFbbxYpEs/s320/102_7984.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5598564392356116322" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Some days are hard, but i wouldn't trade staying at home with these 2 kids for anything. Thank you Lord for blessing us financially to be able to do so!<br /><div><br /></div></div></div></div></div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-15629678413084530032011-03-12T12:39:00.001-08:002011-03-12T13:10:37.958-08:00updates!Hi. <div><br /></div><div>Remember me?</div><div><br /></div><div>This past month has been crazy. I do believe our whole tax return will go towards doctor bills. </div><div><br /></div><div>Matt hurt his back and had to go to the chiropractor. Kaitlyn came down with some kind of fever/congestion/cough 2 weeks ago. Caleb then got it from her. (i love that they're sharing, but i could do without them sharing GERMS!) And now... i've got it. :) JOY! Needless to say, i've been sanitizing every square inch of my house! Still contemplating buying stock in Lysol. :)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Update on Kaitlyn:</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwfl-qo8UPjkxXbZdmYVvbAjwj4reO3vP9O6-OX2FvkQ6Wnj330AijoZD1aq7-skzC5pMfrN1q1asIh33-N3X2mmIe4SmtuYcPngKZH2VTCrgp32fInKAm7Tzp3SG0GzOfgmWFNeBvrMM/s320/102_7752.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5583298031821972882" /></div><div><br /></div><div>-We're really working on potty training. Yes, i know she is THREE, but this precious little girl is STRONG-WILLED! Anything she senses that we "want her to do"... she refuses. I know she is more than ready... she knows how to hold it - she knows when she's about to peepee - its just getting her to SIT and PEE on the potty! Hello, frustration. I may not have any hair left by the time this is over.</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHfnpzZ7nClOJDg7L6tBgp1Z2_Tqn79Hwd71pOSKyTnzW14kdM27ttR3LCyQnnrLvH7D22iwqZ6wDZ_dRte44U8HzvqQB30EitaRCDM2iF5ic_OYD0F_1IFMHBWELIc6HANYP6sjc9Bks/s320/102_7770.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5583298035235072258" /></div><div><br /></div><div>- I just signed her up for preschool next year... 3 days a week! ACK! :) When did my little girl get so big?</div><div><br /></div><div>- We just took her to the allergist to get her scratch test done. We were praying for better news, but unfortunately, she is STILL allergic to peanuts, eggs, and milk. *sigh* Oh well. Atleast she is not suffering from some form of cancer and in a hospital. </div><div><br /></div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 298px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdl2yUjoOS_6oj-Ez-SkYv3eFN1tBTMSMyZswlds7nIO75ZHmuJSFiklyWIMpVBSDOrzTuw1GGG3eq9lrzR8t6fdCT7ZNgNblMgAj6A2TrVuC2gmb1kD0Hfxzp6yBJvs7Dnx1tsizCcnE/s320/102_7809.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5583298054258229842" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Update on Caleb:</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 274px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI75mBCGL0uZjTEvZJD-INEHQq-NVvi0JeS1dJuC2_a7AoCRa6-0-vglUx7A_BjpHsZ9vP0XkqFX75PZfFYlOtpAK8aigo1mutH233on4VCoFs7kXfnlXB0CAyYF5mBAGVO4-c9Fw-jF8/s320/102_7789.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5583298046568887842" /></div><div><br /></div><div>-He is officially 7.5 months old and is already IN TO EVERYTHING!!!! I call him "Mr. Grabby". I open the pantry (while holding him) and before i know it, he has leaned over and grabbed something up. Or, when i'm trying to eat while he's in my lap... before i know it, i'm saving my plate from hitting the floor. </div><div><br /></div><div>-At his last sick Dr. appointment, he weighed 17lbs! Still a skinny boy... ;)</div><div><br /></div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 310px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxOB0zD7DVOKvupggf5nb6bOd8fzasPsrHiSlNeC1cWOln31yWC_hbHcKyTyn-vEgBPQbczmidDwBKnAQFuxoqbCnInYfM31pohnc2La2id-7Ge0uaiO00SjR-OQ_bySgbneXYOfEaGQ8/s320/102_7794.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5583298047353836370" /></div><div><br /></div><div>-He's been sitting up for a while now... with the occasional fall over to the side. </div><div><br /></div><div>-He is only slightly spoiled... this boy LOVES to be held. I can't help but hold him either! :)</div><div><br /></div><div>-He absolutely ADORES Kaitlyn. Anytime she comes around, all eyes are on her! When she talks to him, he just grins all over himself. They even have 'screaming fights' already. He'll scream - she'll scream back - and so on. Even though its hard on my ears, i love that they're conversing.... sort of. :)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-79597457287860423532011-02-11T17:55:00.000-08:002011-02-11T18:45:32.534-08:00Minnie Mouse party!<div>The day before Kaitlyn's party, my daddy got to come down and spend the day with us... Kaitlyn and Caleb love their Papa!! :) </div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbJiqEqRu5p1i-h2QT-C2TDD6GdcYkayIo6BryPAkKkYfQJ_etZ5EMfo4-Ga00o5rqWArUy196cHnJHOONBvhNkklRgPcRUeHEE5UELcTjkphblbfcb_XFrvzxM_N2NJsLgTzeN8GTP2I/s320/100_7751.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572617147279134610" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>February 5th - It's party time! :) </div><div><br /></div><div>As usual, we had her party at home with just family. I figured it would be the last year of just family... next year i know she'll want her preschool buddies to come! ;)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>"Kaitlyn, how old are you?" </div><div>"I'm FWEE..."</div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlHdY_IscruaoVivabowwfep4oNbiE2wp6obdabehSODMuzUHkzr6NA3MYifvl9JvRMLU63Z_VXK49ukWEgxf31DLm7IaB5X9dZvmZe2VSBVoZ5-vBZ5O_DQlzgVCmFf2DCfLVym6xGjU/s320/DSCN4483.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572617150653604450" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>My wonderful in-laws always help me so much with the food at her parties... this year was no different! Thanks Stephanie, Blake, and Chels! Couldn't have done it without ya'll!! :)</div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_lbO14BCduWuRO9aaCrCuKwxxMsbbBhpeCg7tO8jo9XAMs7DyI9z_0EvZKM2kZ6ZAu2G8fEz03jQDlqWbJ4xMENZVFIRLGwODzLgDRx8-7r7sbV7W56HCkzHqGpDXrBCEIfo5LTaKHJs/s320/DSCN4451.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572617157278531330" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Here's the birthday girl! :) </div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy79JGefUGF4nYPztgnB4egVsnXc-Wy4fLDQ8CqkBSq86Ucys3Dn8Q_Q4vteS-W45Fe_bg4rVWLf051Nn9k6BhL3glZKryxYE4LDuwVPGySPrgxc7Pd1dMe4FRKFw6NynxaNy-t8dLjPM/s320/DSCN4464.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572619057198212674" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Opening presents...</div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5IR2F4PEyehVLztCZu8SiVFqfRYcdDC4tEC0ujM7XdxWH_G8UWmLs2lC7daz94AG0MTNQjhiDM7_SGzYVDbwGlJp9qrR8ijgiR7aUn1Y8fKAVoVS3MBO8DJspohwCnTYCgnKyt3FPRFk/s320/DSCN4482.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572617160953373922" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Blowing out her "3" candle on her cupcake!</div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP7H7PTnjUgKSUz06XNM-oAqdRDHmyHrTDwikxIbxNlUs4j_dSCUea7Uc99OID3Rapu4Bxegw-g2p_1vzELY8KRk5Juo9Yw6zG1NyvXSHVQ8yCC07Bf8AJlRR-sIF34EMGtFzNB8isGrI/s320/DSCN4497.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572619066930699298" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Love this picture. She loves her barbies!! :)</div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimyArSr5xhssLDfmffUzbyBqSSEvq3d7KbbvZawZBtBFEa2Va-kzw2mS67d2rdxwZVzektgZquSZZTK3WUvsopEbyRfWhOQJ4MpkV8DYk_b92vtsVNj34oG749bzQ8-oPtduQTnBMmy4E/s1600/DSCN4498.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimyArSr5xhssLDfmffUzbyBqSSEvq3d7KbbvZawZBtBFEa2Va-kzw2mS67d2rdxwZVzektgZquSZZTK3WUvsopEbyRfWhOQJ4MpkV8DYk_b92vtsVNj34oG749bzQ8-oPtduQTnBMmy4E/s320/DSCN4498.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572619074540636738" /></a><div><br /></div><div><br /><div>Us with the birthday girl :)<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDdTYtBdymvHXk-qyw-ARQQEV9Ew-4LI6OoGBbfsBx5lCMJJXkFG0dTJf5tNbLEj4fHyZ4QDkVzUlL4a7vYdzg8BhtyWIlv8yticyN2orr-o5eYrGYTfufZK1GAyfwVm6eFOXSqGMw6xU/s1600/DSCN4505.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDdTYtBdymvHXk-qyw-ARQQEV9Ew-4LI6OoGBbfsBx5lCMJJXkFG0dTJf5tNbLEj4fHyZ4QDkVzUlL4a7vYdzg8BhtyWIlv8yticyN2orr-o5eYrGYTfufZK1GAyfwVm6eFOXSqGMw6xU/s320/DSCN4505.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572619057594143282" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDdTYtBdymvHXk-qyw-ARQQEV9Ew-4LI6OoGBbfsBx5lCMJJXkFG0dTJf5tNbLEj4fHyZ4QDkVzUlL4a7vYdzg8BhtyWIlv8yticyN2orr-o5eYrGYTfufZK1GAyfwVm6eFOXSqGMw6xU/s1600/DSCN4505.JPG"></a>My mommy with Caleb!<br /><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 277px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOWOPhbX2ua8Ci4-_PTcLYHex1jrm2ys5_BBftgIyzvQIualLKd45oI9VXtqxf7NL9MMGLq5WWmB7NH5acro-qiyg8SDMcVvZYLHwjs2Mkpa7oTRUzuQCNRc-IEiQZ2AiBaco6SEBeen0/s320/DSCN4447.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572617150374054386" /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy79JGefUGF4nYPztgnB4egVsnXc-Wy4fLDQ8CqkBSq86Ucys3Dn8Q_Q4vteS-W45Fe_bg4rVWLf051Nn9k6BhL3glZKryxYE4LDuwVPGySPrgxc7Pd1dMe4FRKFw6NynxaNy-t8dLjPM/s1600/DSCN4464.JPG"></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Playing the 'fishing game' with Maime and Kim... K cheats a little. ;)</div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvytfXXev9VqwFPdRYnDiY1N8rze968nuRYl5FeUYv7AQzVcMeVEFfhc63PNojHlGwFelu53yE49qkpO0cRSneNrh2zsdxhiuB3fXBzQxmjvZuYKFnJ7bx8iKEf_ZoPaM1lkqSfh0Wclw/s320/DSCN4531.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5572619065328068802" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Overall, it was a great day... she was much more into opening presents this year and loved being the center of attention!</div><div><br /></div><div>Can't believe she's 3! Now, it's on to planning Caleb's 1st party... AHHH! :) </div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy79JGefUGF4nYPztgnB4egVsnXc-Wy4fLDQ8CqkBSq86Ucys3Dn8Q_Q4vteS-W45Fe_bg4rVWLf051Nn9k6BhL3glZKryxYE4LDuwVPGySPrgxc7Pd1dMe4FRKFw6NynxaNy-t8dLjPM/s1600/DSCN4464.JPG"></a><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOWOPhbX2ua8Ci4-_PTcLYHex1jrm2ys5_BBftgIyzvQIualLKd45oI9VXtqxf7NL9MMGLq5WWmB7NH5acro-qiyg8SDMcVvZYLHwjs2Mkpa7oTRUzuQCNRc-IEiQZ2AiBaco6SEBeen0/s1600/DSCN4447.JPG"></a><br /><br /></div></div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-34482186954984686872011-01-25T05:21:00.000-08:002011-01-30T08:21:55.648-08:00"God Gave Me You"<div>7 years ago...</div><div><br /></div><div>We we're so young and t<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:medium;">he odd's were against us. </span></div><div><br /></div><div>Yet, here we are - a house, 3 cars, and 2 kids later... and still in love. :)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxE5z5QPmFB5njL_xXdyYgdqDkJERg1oIxaRE3cfswQujKB4if9wjbXtIsG0GoWqXJiNJBKyEcIjwc4YaIqjhwCQc1tIomCaFloJoLfNeR4zL7G9ocYJ2LkIA4N6ioc9MM9tEOTyuZY2I/s1600/16336_167177702509_500037509_2665800_6561476_n.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxE5z5QPmFB5njL_xXdyYgdqDkJERg1oIxaRE3cfswQujKB4if9wjbXtIsG0GoWqXJiNJBKyEcIjwc4YaIqjhwCQc1tIomCaFloJoLfNeR4zL7G9ocYJ2LkIA4N6ioc9MM9tEOTyuZY2I/s320/16336_167177702509_500037509_2665800_6561476_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566113631455225906" /></a><div><br /></div><div>I don't ever want to take us for granted. Life can be hard sometimes... days can seem so repetitive and it's easy to get discouraged when it's one thing after another. But i also know that theres no one else i'd rather stand beside, race to the kids bed in the morning to be the first to get them up, or enjoy some chocolate milkshakes with while watching TV after the kids are in bed. I'm blessed... and i know it. :)</div><div><br /></div><div>I thank the Lord for such a Godly, hardworking, encouraging and supportive husband. 7 years down... the rest of our lives to go!! :) I love you, Matthew Todd. I'm so proud to be your wife!</div><div><br /></div><div>Love,</div><div>MTWCS-BTTW-AAF</div><div>me ;)</div><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxE5z5QPmFB5njL_xXdyYgdqDkJERg1oIxaRE3cfswQujKB4if9wjbXtIsG0GoWqXJiNJBKyEcIjwc4YaIqjhwCQc1tIomCaFloJoLfNeR4zL7G9ocYJ2LkIA4N6ioc9MM9tEOTyuZY2I/s1600/16336_167177702509_500037509_2665800_6561476_n.jpg"></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1GWmi-7YnK8Fc22Qp7sNgegl9i2WAj5grtS9s66dtiAffncCCkoJ4U0b3viXnqlX14y4grVO8uh6kZR5OXgfZWSAp1XjEvcKDSo74VwNs7LkzNU2m50-aOBttdFIhxgon4v3kwwi45Ys/s1600/8218_137881252509_500037509_2435306_8045170_n.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1GWmi-7YnK8Fc22Qp7sNgegl9i2WAj5grtS9s66dtiAffncCCkoJ4U0b3viXnqlX14y4grVO8uh6kZR5OXgfZWSAp1XjEvcKDSo74VwNs7LkzNU2m50-aOBttdFIhxgon4v3kwwi45Ys/s320/8218_137881252509_500037509_2435306_8045170_n.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5566113621467081266" /></a><br /><br /><br />stay tuned for a possible photo montage video of us! :) ...like i said, possible. not definite. but im working on it! </div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-16762582691969735962011-01-11T10:27:00.000-08:002011-02-02T11:35:02.935-08:00"FWEE"<div>My sweet little chubby-cheeked, bald headed baby with the biggest blue eyes...</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY_oImJkndKZUTfyYZEEMlIUJ1QmL9SWJQnlubbVZIAumljZUHc6O2RMVOGG2D2kqA3D6l6d5vQSryYbquTNekH1AbcUe4iDIoQKsHVLMZqW25EV3-oT2Z-QFKwm_2ud35SckyFgkLszw/s1600/100_0572.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560998303778926770" style="WIDTH: 234px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY_oImJkndKZUTfyYZEEMlIUJ1QmL9SWJQnlubbVZIAumljZUHc6O2RMVOGG2D2kqA3D6l6d5vQSryYbquTNekH1AbcUe4iDIoQKsHVLMZqW25EV3-oT2Z-QFKwm_2ud35SckyFgkLszw/s320/100_0572.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>...is offically THREE!</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>Three years ago, my life changed instantly. Kaitlyn, you have taught me so much throughout these 3 years of your little life. I have really began to realize lately that i have your little eyes watching me in EVERYTHING i do (wow, what a burden to bear!)...and i want you to see me doing the same things that im praying, one day, you will do. </div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>You have, since day one, done things on your own time. You take your time at things (i.e. coming into this world - almost 2 weeks late and 20 hours of labor... waiting to walk until you were completely ready - at 15 months!... and we're still waiting on the potty-training!) and you are VERY independent. "ME do it, mommy!!!! ME DO IT!"</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>You like to be silly...</div><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqQIk4IQR_4bjnoZkmp8_rhJem3WrrPQUfFAtLVsKzXOJgpVvPxk25sJJubFrvv_5gmWBWO_MUKfIIwNwbbdPUtObp8Qz_jrYz63AZ6_zfjqILebwplI25IceecGAc5oLIrFpccltI-og/s1600/100_7089.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560998325017398482" style="WIDTH: 236px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqQIk4IQR_4bjnoZkmp8_rhJem3WrrPQUfFAtLVsKzXOJgpVvPxk25sJJubFrvv_5gmWBWO_MUKfIIwNwbbdPUtObp8Qz_jrYz63AZ6_zfjqILebwplI25IceecGAc5oLIrFpccltI-og/s320/100_7089.jpg" border="0" /></a> </div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>and you have recently become BEST FRIENDS with Mickey and Minnie (and the whole Mickey Mouse Clubhouse gang!). </div><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWRiWhv1W09R3WzrQs7WJPyDBwasa6H60liV9wzldC2B30SUetuRhif9nxx8gtTPsEPVdxwr_L77vUDQ5HFBY54Szhaki_twR-7sQEogdK_YhofDIagquH1eAz1A4sZ1gJ6WqmlTGRMlI/s1600/100_6822.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560998310697479474" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 221px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWRiWhv1W09R3WzrQs7WJPyDBwasa6H60liV9wzldC2B30SUetuRhif9nxx8gtTPsEPVdxwr_L77vUDQ5HFBY54Szhaki_twR-7sQEogdK_YhofDIagquH1eAz1A4sZ1gJ6WqmlTGRMlI/s320/100_6822.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>You've had a lot of changes come your way this year. We welcomed your little brother into this world in July of 2010 and it was definitely a time of transition for you. You were used to mommy and daddy's undivided attention and had a hard time understanding at first... but have really blossomed into a GREAT big sister! The other day Caleb had spit up a little bit (and i didn't notice) and you came and asked me for a napkin... i gave it to you, and you went straight to wipe his mouth. Such a sweet big sister!! :)<br /></div><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5EoVeMBEbSXegvsP4aO40xHjeHistipe4RvICohZCSvkdziunS2H5dtvfkaZAh-TIGSu8zxULdaLCXI8gAPi7PFUnBzNVE7VcfTFR5Uojm60oczB9Xcvgr1TDMwSC3k1wEU8pQ7EXTY/s1600/100_7076.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560998317212255186" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 237px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5EoVeMBEbSXegvsP4aO40xHjeHistipe4RvICohZCSvkdziunS2H5dtvfkaZAh-TIGSu8zxULdaLCXI8gAPi7PFUnBzNVE7VcfTFR5Uojm60oczB9Xcvgr1TDMwSC3k1wEU8pQ7EXTY/s320/100_7076.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div>You also started preschool this year and you LOVE it. Ms. Sherry is your teacher, and she always tells me how well you're doing in the class. You look so forward to going to school that the night before is always a breeze getting you to bed (telling you that you get to see Ms. Sherry in 'da mornin'! :) You bring home some great artwork and i can already see improvements in your speech and sharing with others. You can count all the way to 20 (and from 10 to 1 backwards!) and know all of your letters. You master puzzles that are for older children and you can build some amazing "sand castles" out of blocks. Your heart is completely broken when you have to come in from playing outside and your favorite toy is by far, STILL a ball. You will drop everything for one. You have beautiful blonde curls and you are finally letting me put some bows in your hair! You love to sing and i absolutely love to listen to you sing... i hope you never quit!<br /></div><br /><br /><div>As hard as this year has been, dealing with the 'terrible two's' and transitioning into the big sister role, you still have stolen my heart. You give the best hugs and kisses EVER and have recently started telling me (on more than one occasion) "I wuv you, Mommy... you're my best fwend". :) I am so glad... and i hope you always can say that! </div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>I LOVE YOU, my sweet Kaitlyn Brooke. You make me want to be a better mommy everyday! May the Lord bless you this coming year and may you grow closer to Him with every year of your life!<br /><br /></div><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikkWVufiw9E-nGKQo2DULP3RqRYEG-Cy_3v2HKs5wRUIEZxfErqPLG3Ddu2KK4DMSHY5h2j4Ir0DeBWlikgEoKigQ4iz1h0y6fOiHgW71Wc1iiMl9JbC3sYhyphenhyphenwFp8AI9Mh9f0XWCDpx-8/s1600/100_7232.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560998307295651474" style="WIDTH: 230px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikkWVufiw9E-nGKQo2DULP3RqRYEG-Cy_3v2HKs5wRUIEZxfErqPLG3Ddu2KK4DMSHY5h2j4Ir0DeBWlikgEoKigQ4iz1h0y6fOiHgW71Wc1iiMl9JbC3sYhyphenhyphenwFp8AI9Mh9f0XWCDpx-8/s320/100_7232.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /></div><div>Here is a link to her video that i make every year for her... enjoy:)</div><div><br /></div><div>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TbC1DbRqDSo<br /><br /><br /><div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-29455519006281906152011-01-08T19:22:00.000-08:002011-01-08T19:59:28.436-08:00Christmas!!<div>I just love Christmas time. The joy of Christmas has always been my favorite. </div><div><br /></div><div>Kaitlyn still did not understand the concept of 'Santa' this year. When asked, she would say "Santa bwings pwesents?" She would wave to him from her stroller in the mall... but needless to say, we did NOT succeed in a 'Santa Picture'. Maybe next year. :)</div><div><br /></div><div>We also talked about Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus. We're still working on understanding this , too. ;) </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Opening Santa presents with Daddy...</div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7oQYDpaKgT06BQLuc2JOTOtlrIxg8FTBUqVbWyxYvQZw_ONGS0sykLqmL8y1Z8BpTH3Y2PnAsz8shnPnbictJioxOnPKqXU9oaExKbr25CyC2bnDxKUqrKbIaiC__oSu9kNGQWCi6Tw/s320/100_7488.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560022759391571778" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Me and my buddy Christmas morning! His first Christmas!!! :)</div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEge4dn_R9JTwaHq1PQuOZd8S6vbXpwy4TI_gpoiX-CI7nVn6KwszXmklYMIvjG_1OIabDE_oUCz52Mx6k5oq7QoQKezMKF_sWjr0M_IV77_jW87nwvnRxPJhUPBfmbAfDcC0-us-nQ9Amw/s320/100_7505.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560022762545601234" style="cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Finally getting into opening all the presents (i think she was a little overwhelmed.)</div><div><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOrMijSpzPxvFBqyZ80Q5eqQMAajvdH1rweoFhtsde9G-f9ZYuI-_SCOplwBl4-zCX8mCFgA45pFs5ZZO4Bn7e6DGOlCScIVHJtDSgXSF6MVFa9NfcukKYz7a6S6oJYg2Te3oL6GJQskQ/s320/100_7523.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560022764994942786" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Now let me tell you about my amazing husband and my 'gift' :)</div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieQupaH-Tr0jEBK7ONuTVyBO6gIx40LmvPh-3OYPWLquNylX2KNdvTwxwwyp7HRVcj0ZtHtG_kzR-66_ZGRTur_67Sfv4URwzS4xiNwg_1e1mZTIFxqJxajKlmXe7b7HckNBtIWttOupA/s1600/100_7548.JPG"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieQupaH-Tr0jEBK7ONuTVyBO6gIx40LmvPh-3OYPWLquNylX2KNdvTwxwwyp7HRVcj0ZtHtG_kzR-66_ZGRTur_67Sfv4URwzS4xiNwg_1e1mZTIFxqJxajKlmXe7b7HckNBtIWttOupA/s320/100_7548.JPG" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5560022773979518290" /></a><div><br /></div><div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieQupaH-Tr0jEBK7ONuTVyBO6gIx40LmvPh-3OYPWLquNylX2KNdvTwxwwyp7HRVcj0ZtHtG_kzR-66_ZGRTur_67Sfv4URwzS4xiNwg_1e1mZTIFxqJxajKlmXe7b7HckNBtIWttOupA/s1600/100_7548.JPG"></a>This year, when he asked me what i wanted for Christmas - he said "if you could have ANYTHING for Christmas this year, what would it be?"... i said, hands down a MacBook Pro. (I LOVE my sisters!!) but knew it was only in my dreams... so, i said i wanted a little money to go shopping with... and for him to keep the kids one Saturday while i went shopping - ALONE! </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>(can i get an AMEN, all mommies out there?)</div><div><br /></div><div>And thats what i got. Money and shopping! :)</div><div><br /></div><div>BUT, little did i know, him and his family had a little scheme going on. While opening presents at his parents house on Christmas morning, i had gotten to my last present. It was a HUUUUGGEEE box. I was puzzled. I opened it up to find one of the things i'd been asking for - "Elf on a Shelf"(dont know what it is? GOOGLE IT! It's awesome, and i can't wait to start it next year with Kaitlyn and Caleb!) Anyways, i thought they were just trying to trick me by putting it in a huge box. Then Matt's mom told me there was something else in the box. I looked a little deeper and just started bawling. </div><div><br /></div><div>My husband had "given up his Christmas" at his parents house (aka, hardly got any presents) to be able to get me this. Between him, his parents, and his grandparents - i got my MacBook Pro.</div><div><br /></div><div>Isn't he the best ever?</div><div><br /></div><div>Seriously. I'm blessed.</div><div><br /></div><div>And i can't forget that i have the best in-laws EVERRRRR. Love them so much.</div><div><br /></div><div>So yeah, this Christmas was unforgettable. :)</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Can't wait until next year when i get to start the 'Elf on a Shelf' tradition. :)<br /><br /><br /><br /></div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-77210558379929253942010-12-03T11:34:00.001-08:002010-12-03T12:05:41.613-08:00better late than never :)<div><div><div><div>Ok, so what if im a little slack on this blogging thing? It's not like i have kids, and a house to keep, and dinner to cook, and laundry to wash, and 346,684,821 toys to pick up. Geez. Cut me a little slack.<br /></div><div>I've decided to update this before i forget some of the things going on in my SUPER busy life.<br /><br /></div><div>Kaitlyn:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMlfNEIjeVM8TeiUcSI1Bu6_oJhkEe0Eolwu3VjbZ4EZ65PEHs2i6w3GwCd0weewDenuTAVWYoO5n2SH9szZ79tit6ltTLe-pm8Lj7dGj1-qoSOOpq09-J33Rmkl17ZjTjCiHiFcIWcjo/s1600/100_7219.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5546547350908998514" style="WIDTH: 215px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMlfNEIjeVM8TeiUcSI1Bu6_oJhkEe0Eolwu3VjbZ4EZ65PEHs2i6w3GwCd0weewDenuTAVWYoO5n2SH9szZ79tit6ltTLe-pm8Lj7dGj1-qoSOOpq09-J33Rmkl17ZjTjCiHiFcIWcjo/s320/100_7219.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><div>- She is just getting over being sick back to back... first time was the lovely throw up/diarrhea virus - then came down with strep the week after. NOT FUN!</div><div><br /></div><div>- She goes to preschool every Tues/Thurs (when shes not sick). At first, she would walk right in and never look back at me... here lately shes been clinging to my leg and the teacher is having to pry her off of me. She never cries when i leave, just hangs her little head. BUT, when i go to pick her up - she is always smiling ear to ear and her teacher says she does wonderfully in class. I'm beginning to think its just me - and she just knows how to work the system. HA! :) Anyways, having her in this preschool has made a huge difference in her. SO GLAD we did this!!!<br /></div><div>- She is still in her 'terrible twos'... and from what i've heard, the 3's arent going to be much better. We have meltdowns everyday, more than once a day. She's very aquainted with the 'time out' corner as well. ONE DAY it will pay off. Lately, i've been clinging to this quote i found... "But we must be faithful to sow today. Faithful to train. Faithful to teach. Faithful to discipline. Faithful to love. And we must trust God that He will fulfill His promises, that we will reap a harvest in due season if we do not give up." AMEN!</div><div><br /></div><div>- She loves to color, be read to, take baths(aka splash around), have her back rubbed, etc. She is so incredibly strong-willed, but goodness, its impossible not to love her. :)</div><div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVG8kJrj1iTdlEj8fcjFfKTGbaKrrRWG-pcKo2USQHNETu20JeFwQNKpcclFjKDXUP_VdOTNpzKTZ1q-xXYuLzfxMf47ysPP197JgWZZtPYwgfkZjTrVdiBnte3L8LaQnZKmxA6gSn89c/s1600/100_7277.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5546547360403805602" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 291px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVG8kJrj1iTdlEj8fcjFfKTGbaKrrRWG-pcKo2USQHNETu20JeFwQNKpcclFjKDXUP_VdOTNpzKTZ1q-xXYuLzfxMf47ysPP197JgWZZtPYwgfkZjTrVdiBnte3L8LaQnZKmxA6gSn89c/s320/100_7277.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></div><div><br /> </div><div>Caleb:<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMyPvZ8aEHRuqueBoNDj3BrVbMg-l1Rdzkj3C9aBPw3ZXB2CBA3ynqk9MUnUQVCVDML5oKz09nndNHGvMmH3Uwi2zFXCW4TqKM-WNYpHn04CDQCQPXfGaCoZO5-GyAAigdrFpsrVkldaI/s1600/100_7340.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5546547370266182690" style="WIDTH: 227px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMyPvZ8aEHRuqueBoNDj3BrVbMg-l1Rdzkj3C9aBPw3ZXB2CBA3ynqk9MUnUQVCVDML5oKz09nndNHGvMmH3Uwi2zFXCW4TqKM-WNYpHn04CDQCQPXfGaCoZO5-GyAAigdrFpsrVkldaI/s320/100_7340.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div>- He just went for his 4 MONTH Dr. appointment yesterday and he weighs 14lbs. 10oz. (which is the 46%) and he is 26.75 inches long (which is the 90%). He is healthy and growing like a weed! He is already growing out of 6-9 month sleepers (bc of the feet!) and wears mostly 9 month regular clothes.<br /></div><div>- He is ALWAYS smiling! Love his little gummy grins!!<br /></div><div>- He is grabbing toys and even taking them to his mouth to chew already!<br /></div><div>- He gets a bottle most of the day, but i still breastfeed at night. :) He usually only gets up once.<br /></div><div>- He found his toes last month, and now he's ALMOST rolling over. He gets halfway, but then can't get that shoulder out from under him.</div><div><br /></div><div>- He's officially putting himself to sleep these days... SO EXCITED! Its hard at first, but once they start doing this, it is AMAZING how much better the day goes by. They're happy. You're happy. It just works.<br /></div><div>- He's a total mommy's boy already... and im definitely okay with that!! :)<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnNcmgoZC_sm7ktJqBg_1ZmmQNQnU2WGPr-4v2AqVIoQIWj10zmwF3dYQnU1uJX0bkpZiMNNYU90Ec85wjBrCtbREYKECeRRK82EhPmfTWrcdKIsNtjHYgc8Iep1C13ZW957kYJ9ZfO5o/s1600/100_7276.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5546547380666861362" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 245px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnNcmgoZC_sm7ktJqBg_1ZmmQNQnU2WGPr-4v2AqVIoQIWj10zmwF3dYQnU1uJX0bkpZiMNNYU90Ec85wjBrCtbREYKECeRRK82EhPmfTWrcdKIsNtjHYgc8Iep1C13ZW957kYJ9ZfO5o/s320/100_7276.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /><br />I wanted to say how much i love my husband too. He is truly a good man and can't imagine my life without him. He helps me out so much and i appreciate him and his positive outlook on life. :)<br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br />LOVE MY KIDS!!!!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjji22oDp049vLGusQe_PAEG2o6nRnNu4VMkJ_ivrRsPeb4hVDYWqk7BbieGN6SZKC-_rF44l2EawsbyDMHPhdM9ZLBN6yPucnkTisaXlIb0SaTESNTItogRRCfcrrkZryanW0b_N1Kgq0/s1600/100_7250.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5546547390398152402" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 317px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjji22oDp049vLGusQe_PAEG2o6nRnNu4VMkJ_ivrRsPeb4hVDYWqk7BbieGN6SZKC-_rF44l2EawsbyDMHPhdM9ZLBN6yPucnkTisaXlIb0SaTESNTItogRRCfcrrkZryanW0b_N1Kgq0/s320/100_7250.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div></div></div></div></div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-70731019910617732392010-09-22T12:15:00.000-07:002010-09-22T12:58:53.433-07:00Almost 2 months later...Caleb Matthew Evans is here!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb_pH-01APFZHhUhhZV73pthGtdBL_AUAS7pim7oPOQ36fYPUWjfM96hw7WP7RMH9CAbZNxcvWlFotDpmvR3SDmF-yVYJdztFOUKCTiSz6-y2BXTn-c8Xn2QA9eaalP18K9MEK9fbAIHk/s1600/100_6347.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519819605648551954" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 237px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb_pH-01APFZHhUhhZV73pthGtdBL_AUAS7pim7oPOQ36fYPUWjfM96hw7WP7RMH9CAbZNxcvWlFotDpmvR3SDmF-yVYJdztFOUKCTiSz6-y2BXTn-c8Xn2QA9eaalP18K9MEK9fbAIHk/s320/100_6347.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /> Born July 30th, 2010 at 7:49am.<br />8lbs. 0oz. and 20.5 inches long!<br /><br />He is just perfect! :)<br /><br />The difference between this delivery and the one i had with Kaitlyn are about as different as night and day. With Kaitlyn, i labored for 20 hours, pushed for 40 minutes and THEN had a C-Section (Emergency, i might add.) This delivery? I walked into the hospital at 5am... they walked me back to a 'prep' room - where i changed into my hospital gown, got an IV in place, and waited in sheer anxious-ness to meet my sweet little boy.<br /><br />Kaitlyn's delivery i vaguely remember... i was exhausted and doped up on pain medication. This delivery was amazing. I talked to all the nurses in the OR, had an amazing anesthesiologist who didn't let my epidural numb me too far up (horrible experiece with Kaitlyn - was numb all the way up to my throat, couldn't feel myself breathing... HELLOOO panic attack!!!), and i got to hold Caleb and see my husband when i was in the recovery room!!!<br /><br />Here we are in the OR...<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeAhvpXon0oYATBlUZCWl5KMHa43-F7jXp4Gu9l7TtfKG1sFM0uOSSvUXOcJqrh7Vh4Gd_fwqysl2Bj7Kn2HyRE1UZCE09HCTn8JmQad4RDMuXIjd7HSco8zYPYyVF1Ub15aS38ZOCt6A/s1600/100_6355.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519819620960841890" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 245px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeAhvpXon0oYATBlUZCWl5KMHa43-F7jXp4Gu9l7TtfKG1sFM0uOSSvUXOcJqrh7Vh4Gd_fwqysl2Bj7Kn2HyRE1UZCE09HCTn8JmQad4RDMuXIjd7HSco8zYPYyVF1Ub15aS38ZOCt6A/s320/100_6355.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />He looks more like me than Kaitlyn did! :)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj16JiUF2cAZVpxbcVpywhKojApOCoUC4oC7SQyf1FV1darDPNt0EkBsYOxvzRf0gb1URmp5dxqIn3U_MX9SlSYy49exWLyhHQDU8sRTMORqK4P3HOCjm3d1UbQmCMMaPQvIbW0ek82gfA/s1600/100_6354.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519819607628193346" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 229px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj16JiUF2cAZVpxbcVpywhKojApOCoUC4oC7SQyf1FV1darDPNt0EkBsYOxvzRf0gb1URmp5dxqIn3U_MX9SlSYy49exWLyhHQDU8sRTMORqK4P3HOCjm3d1UbQmCMMaPQvIbW0ek82gfA/s320/100_6354.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div>Back in my room, holding my sweet baby again :)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieTYynYuzScmC51IBfY-N6m7a1jyImDp7Q4rUmqZsvMq1zEUlgi-IZystg081Re5kDjw9u2kIwNrnsK9i4RtEfacJiIPCGmbEUgFPdqFV3J44Ms6-M0qZG-P_UsLLWoeNjFsB0aKkFgho/s1600/100_6370.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519819625651457378" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 227px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieTYynYuzScmC51IBfY-N6m7a1jyImDp7Q4rUmqZsvMq1zEUlgi-IZystg081Re5kDjw9u2kIwNrnsK9i4RtEfacJiIPCGmbEUgFPdqFV3J44Ms6-M0qZG-P_UsLLWoeNjFsB0aKkFgho/s320/100_6370.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div>Recovery for me was hard this time. I knew what to expect... but having a 2 year old who wanted Mommy to hold her was the hardest part for me. Having to sit back and watch other people take care of my other child for me was difficult... i was used to doing everything for her (and she was used to me doing it, too!) and then all of a sudden it was someone else - HUGE change for both of us. But i was SO thankful for help! I can't imagine what people do without family there to help them. </div><div><br />Kaitlyn getting to meet Caleb. Love my family! </div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS9ZOi2S8mtP-Iu3YKVprciNuHPCiQsfPDjraHUSPHe5jZYcih4vcKXHj8uwumPsPlmtgQZQd3bB7TKkkQJufkq-2y5-dzpPjG6ScO4SNpr96PA5Xfua1WpZaejODd0IQ96BddbTaK2U4/s1600/100_6427.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519819635801143778" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 235px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgS9ZOi2S8mtP-Iu3YKVprciNuHPCiQsfPDjraHUSPHe5jZYcih4vcKXHj8uwumPsPlmtgQZQd3bB7TKkkQJufkq-2y5-dzpPjG6ScO4SNpr96PA5Xfua1WpZaejODd0IQ96BddbTaK2U4/s320/100_6427.jpg" border="0" /></a></div><div> </div><div>Caleb is 7.5 weeks now and is doing wonderfully! He's had some acid reflux issues, but nothing a little Zantac couldn't help! :) At his 1 month Dr. appointmet he weighed 10lbs 3oz. (Kaitlyn was 10lbs 7oz) and was 21.5 inches tall. He was in the 50th percentile for weight and the 75th for height and head. He's a sweet little boy... his cry is very distinct. He gets frantic when he's hungry... or tired. He hates his carseat just as much as Kaitlyn did. He started smiling at 6 weeks and i LOVE waking up to his gummy little grins! He absolutely hates tummy-time and cries hysterically when i put him down for it. (but i still do it!) He's still breastfeeding except for one 2oz. bottle of formula i feed him around 7-8pm that lets me get some sleep through the night! :) <insert> I am currently trying to get him on somewhat of a schedule... (love me some babywise scheduling!!!) and so far, its going decently. Getting him to fall asleep by himself is proving to be the hardest trick. But thats okay, i enjoy rocking him to sleep! :) He is just a sweet boy and i love being his mommy! </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div>The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-6191517045321327842010-07-28T04:33:00.000-07:002010-07-28T05:02:53.342-07:00only TWO days left to go!!!Two days.<div><br /></div><div>TWO.DAYS.</div><div><br /></div><div>Only two days until i'm in the OR getting to meet my sweet, sweet little baby boy for the first time. </div><div><br /></div><div>Part of me says this pregnancy has FLOWN by... where have the last 9 months gone? Then another part of me feels like i've been pregnant forrrreeevvvveeeerrrr!! Atleast this last month of pregnancy, anyway.</div><div><br /></div><div>And of course, my hormones are ALLLLLLLL over the place lately... and i get to thinking about everything that is about to change and i start crying. Can i love another child as much as i love my Kaitlyn? Can i manage 2 kids at the same time? How different is life going to be once i have a SON? I'm used to playing with baby dolls and barbies.... now my life is going to be filled with trucks and trains! As nervous as i am, i absolutely CAN NOT WAIT to meet this little boy. I want to know what he looks like... hold him in my arms and count his little fingers and toes... smell his sweet skin... give him all the kisses i can. God has TRULY blessed me far from what i deserve and i am so grateful. </div><div><br /></div><div>These next two days are going to consist of loving on my little girl as much as possible... getting a few more things done around here(if i can)... and resting as much as i can. I feel SO much more confident this time around. I know its going to be hard.... the newborn stage.... but i feel like i know what to expect this time. With Kaitlyn, i had NOOOOO IDDDEEAAAA!!! I thought i did... i read a ton of books/magazines, listened to everyones advice... but NO ONE can prepare you like the true experience of bringing that tiny baby home. I had no idea how hard it was going to be. Being a mommy is a very selfLESS job. Especially if you breastfeed! That's another thing i had no clue about. I can honestly say its one of the hardest things i've ever done in my life. It's hard and takes a lot of dedication to stick with it - but if you can get past the first month or three... it gets a LOT easier. I was never one of the women who 'loved' breastfeeding - honestly, i did it SOLELY for the benefit of my child.... but when i look back, im so glad i did. 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I toss and turn alllllll night. my poor husband doesn't get much rest because of me either.<br /><br />*Best moment this week: getting to see my sister... getting ready to have this baby... loving on my baby girl a little more than usual.<br /><br />*Movement: yep! he's going to be an active little one.<br /><br />*Food cravings: ehhhh... nothing really. anything sweet ;)<br /><br />*Gender: boy! :)<br /><br />*Name: got it, will announce when we feel ready! :)<br /><br />*Labor Signs: LOTS of pain and pressure... contractions more and more here lately.<br /><br />*Belly Button in or out? out. :(<br /><br />*What I miss: everything about not being pregnant... sleeping on my tummy, actually, just sleep in general.<br /><br />*Weekly Wisdom: LAST TWO DAYS!!!!!! 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AND getting ready for a new addition to the family that will be here July 30th, if not before. WHEW! Prayers are welcomed.<br /><br />Terrible two's. Oh my. Some days i just want to scream.<br /><br />K:"Crackers?"<br />Me: "You want some crackers?"<br />K: "okay"<br />Me: gets the crackers and put them in a bowl... "here you go"<br />K: "NOOOOOOOOOOOO, NOT DEESE" (these)<br />Me: gets another cracker out, "these?"<br />K: "okay"<br />Me: pours them into the bowl<br />K: "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, udder onessss" (other ones)<br />Me: AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH.<br /><br />Thats just one 'for instance'. It continues all day, with various things. Then comes the "I dont want to"... or the "no mommy"....<br /><br />I feel like i discipline everyday.<br /><br />ALL DAY.<br /><br />I'm really trying hard to be consistant. But goodness gracious, i do believe i have the MOST strong-willed, hard-headed, drama queen child out there. I'm serious.<br /><br />What is making it even harder right now is the fact that shes A.) sick and B.) on medicine that has side effects of "restlessness" aka hyperactivity!! So, im trying to still discipline, but trying to make sure its not just the medicine or sickness talking. Does that make sense?<br /><br />*sigh*<br /><br />Not to mention im feeling a little guilty about having this baby boy. Don't get me wrong, i already love him so much and do not regret any decisions made and feel so blessed to be having him, but i just know its going to be a hard transition for Kaitlyn. I'm trying to prepare her... but i dont think anything can really prepare you for such a change. She is a mommy's girl (for right now... its slowly switching to daddy)... and i just hope things go smoothly. I've been letting her play with her baby dolls in all of the baby equipment...<br /><br />here she is "changing the baby's diaper"<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwl5ya4xNqL3vTAHBBfMH4sxvGEnhwXlb9Sg8RHqw3HSUaXY0Q4-m8hMkkhePcXoHbwUkgWK8Vb-z4DKrk1kDRvlLyCl0dvaAZFkQ_5gbJCzdRg0vOQX7nqZr3ZTKZzRQLTBpG4hud5tg/s1600/100_6267.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495661848119794818" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 226px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwl5ya4xNqL3vTAHBBfMH4sxvGEnhwXlb9Sg8RHqw3HSUaXY0Q4-m8hMkkhePcXoHbwUkgWK8Vb-z4DKrk1kDRvlLyCl0dvaAZFkQ_5gbJCzdRg0vOQX7nqZr3ZTKZzRQLTBpG4hud5tg/s320/100_6267.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />...and swinging baby...<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6p9WniHwR1wgfra5VYoO8i1fbZaIHCxfjlg7nsXiagXlGXwuh4adxFnnlSreeFCNi2O2imG_YAyttOVy9ZSAjYF5ivhli8Ow6LNPScBAJTewVaCFpw_znfEX-b2OLkwYGkM-iIrf8WhM/s1600/100_6270.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495661856674334322" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 228px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6p9WniHwR1wgfra5VYoO8i1fbZaIHCxfjlg7nsXiagXlGXwuh4adxFnnlSreeFCNi2O2imG_YAyttOVy9ZSAjYF5ivhli8Ow6LNPScBAJTewVaCFpw_znfEX-b2OLkwYGkM-iIrf8WhM/s320/100_6270.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />....annnnndddddddddd, getting CAUGHT playing on the bouncer. I've been trying to teach her that BABY'S go in that and that she is a BIG girl. Needless to say, its a little hard for her to understand.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf3V-bACBllaYuEoieM_7b_blHlW3kOE56tM1_tAWU54ZbNq4B4YfOCICMZg7564Gg66kOiVeYtHHMEApgZBK-vb7UHbzzu5JzZgtegC5ug4rSnkrDPF2iq-S4X1ukd6geGkrrpfeWmng/s1600/100_6313.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495661875849627010" style="WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf3V-bACBllaYuEoieM_7b_blHlW3kOE56tM1_tAWU54ZbNq4B4YfOCICMZg7564Gg66kOiVeYtHHMEApgZBK-vb7UHbzzu5JzZgtegC5ug4rSnkrDPF2iq-S4X1ukd6geGkrrpfeWmng/s320/100_6313.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />Here's a little picture of her kissing my belly. Hope to have a better shot of this soon. When we ask her who is in mommy's belly, she says "brudder". :)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcS8GvG8INha0lbR_hOBXfqTnQRr6f1_1a0ZGHxleQk8OT0EG_RlSIKWgw-zG6GXY4cZ9CoOIgSEmiPVbCfcvyUYxuV-m_TDF2-zVstsW46asXsuPpNSTm9-Y6aGq5I1K5udIE1EaZGEk/s1600/100_6311.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5495661860181794674" style="WIDTH: 238px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcS8GvG8INha0lbR_hOBXfqTnQRr6f1_1a0ZGHxleQk8OT0EG_RlSIKWgw-zG6GXY4cZ9CoOIgSEmiPVbCfcvyUYxuV-m_TDF2-zVstsW46asXsuPpNSTm9-Y6aGq5I1K5udIE1EaZGEk/s320/100_6311.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /> If you ever get the chance, or think about us... please just say a prayer for us and this HUGE transition we are about to go through as a family. I cannot WAIT to meet my little baby boy.... and am so thankful for all that God has blessed me with.<br /><br /><br />Heres the survey...<br /><br />*How far along? practically 38 weeks.<br /><br />*Total weight gain/loss: <gasp> 43lbs.<br /><br />*Maternity clothes? the pickin's are slim... but i REFUSE to buy anything more. This is the last pregnancy for me. Lord willing.<br /><br />*Stretch marks? a couple.<br /><br />*Sleep: actually sleeping a little better these days... go figure.<br /><br />*Best moment this week: ummmm.... every day getting a day closer to delivery??????? hasn't been the best week.<br /><br />*Movement: yes sir.<br /><br />*Food cravings: subway. for some unknown reason.<br /><br />*Gender: boy! :)<br /><br />*Name: got it, will announce when we feel ready! :)<br /><br />*Labor Signs: LOTS of pain and pressure...<br /><br /> *Belly Button in or out? out. :(<br /><br />*What I miss: everything about a normal body. wearing my wedding rings.<br /><br />*Weekly Wisdom: I CAN DO THIS!The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-17286713243295254882010-07-14T03:55:00.000-07:002010-07-14T04:03:19.582-07:0037 weeks... WOOHOO!!!! :)*How far along? 37 weeks.<br /><br />*Total weight gain/loss: last week at the Dr. it was 41 lbs. YIKES!<br /><br />*Maternity clothes? i'm down to only one shirt that fits decently. sad.<br /><br />*Stretch marks? a couple.<br /><br />*Sleep: i wish. i get up to pee ATLEAST 3 times a night... and my back killing me is an understatement.<br /><br />*Best moment this week: Matt's mom taking Kaitlyn to the ZOO on Saturday, giving Matt and I some much needed time to get some last minute things done. :)<br /><br />*Movement: he still makes his presence known. ;)<br /><br />*Food cravings: ummm. right now its french toast - maybe thats because my sister is coming down tomorrow and is making it for me!!! :)<br /><br />*Gender: boy! :)<br /><br />*Name: got it, will announce when we feel ready! :)<br /><br />*Labor Signs: lots of pain and pressure... they checked me last week and i wasn't dialated or effaced at all. I go the the Dr. again tomorrow, we will see if anything has changed! :) <br /><br />*Belly Button in or out? out. :(<br /><br />*What I miss: standing up without feeling like im going to die.<br /><br />*Weekly Wisdom: just.keep.swimming.The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-57597460194902475992010-07-02T09:45:00.000-07:002010-07-02T09:58:43.663-07:0035 weeks preggo - only 4 weeks (or less) till he's HERE! :)*How far along? 35 weeks 2 days.<br /><br />*Total weight gain/loss: most likely around 40lbs. we'll see this coming Tuesday at the Dr. :(<br /><br />*Maternity clothes? ...and even they are getting too tight...<br /><br />*Stretch marks? a very few. :(<br /><br />*Sleep: what's that???????????? i consider a good night of sleep getting up about 3-4 times to pee, but getting to sleep all night in my bed. there are many nights i end up in the recliner or on the couch. NOT fun.<br /><br />*Best moment this week: getting a lot of the baby stuff out (swing/packnplay/bassinet/carseat) and watching Kaitlyn play with her 'baby dolls' in them. oh, and getting to go see Eclipse with the hubby for a date night!! :)<br /><br />*Movement: its becoming more of just stretching out rather than moving all around... i think he's getting squished. :)<br /><br />*Food cravings: blueberries. I have blueberry bagels for breakfast, blueberry yogurt for snacks, and fresh blueberries whenever i have them. weird? yes, i think so too.<br /><br />*Gender: boy! :)<br /><br />*Name: got it, will announce when we feel ready! :)<br /><br />*Labor Signs: feeling lots of pain and pressure - im thinking he has dropped. I really have a feeling im going before my scheduled c-section date!! <br /><br />*Belly Button in or out? out. :(<br /><br />*What I miss: getting off the couch/out of bed like a normal person. <br /><br />*Weekly Wisdom: PRIORITIZE! (...my energy level is ZILCH! and i still have so much to do!!)The Evans' Familyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02539370565487275991noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1034443996811524409.post-20676284678897714772010-06-19T18:14:00.000-07:002010-06-19T19:23:39.021-07:00Fathers Day...It's Fathers Day 2010 - and i just wanted to share with everyone who reads this (people do read this, right?) how much i love the father the Lord so graciously gave me, <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcpc8NDvReYuAvDDIsTFFxaZwKXkpese6n16ZcRAzM1rjqc5NGFIWj0SDlHzv4A6-4Af8TxXvRMlqi4Ifwa4J6zgRox5RC5UtOZBPryYy-at6jS_HdZmvBn9_tGmlRvF7lNvESjM6R0dE/s1600/100_1240.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5484670596815158226" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 238px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcpc8NDvReYuAvDDIsTFFxaZwKXkpese6n16ZcRAzM1rjqc5NGFIWj0SDlHzv4A6-4Af8TxXvRMlqi4Ifwa4J6zgRox5RC5UtOZBPryYy-at6jS_HdZmvBn9_tGmlRvF7lNvESjM6R0dE/s320/100_1240.JPG" border="0" /></a>
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<br /><div>The day i watched my husband turn into a father was one of the most precious things i have ever watched. As most guys, when we found out we were pregnant, he was hoping for a "son". Someone to carry on the name, teach baseball, wrestle on the floor with. When we found out it was a girl, he was in love already. He picked out her name and let me tell you - that little girl is the SPITTING image of her father. The second they popped her over the blue sheet to let me see her, i thought to myself, "oh my goodness - she looks just like her daddy!". The tears that were in his eyes the day she was born made me see a side of him i had never seen before. He is such a good daddy to our little girl. He is protective, loving, caring, and tender-hearted with her. When she was a little baby, he would take her and "dance" with her in the living room singing to her... and to this day, he STILL picks her up and dances with her - and now she sings along. :) I am so blessed to have a wonderful father for my children. He is a Godly man, hard-working(so I can stay at home and raise our kids the right way), and so loving. Kaitlyn and our soon-to-be baby boy are SO incredibly blessed to have him. I love you, Matthew Todd. Thank you for being the best daddy to our babies. <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5484669049851098898" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg_9SLNZ6gcwROk5ubrMPlBgnmOg_Omok4Pkotcw7iFQZ7rbW84wjwp2dLfmHqCP61H_xAxbYW1wED-XRLTfw5Dqku1QRs46wpIQJTAlo2eiSoe0mIwrLB0OYGH1wouvyElql1p6wFXlQ/s320/100_2688.jpg" border="0" /></a>
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