A SpOOkY HoUsE

So this year since Avery is completely obsessed with Halloween, I decided we should probably decorate the house. I usually consider decorating for every holiday a bit of a waste of money, but Avery was so excited I couldn't resist. She absolutely loves it, I'm scared I may have to leave it up year round. We also happened to watch HGTV's Halloween Spooktaular Show last week. And lets just say it has sparked her interest in interior design. I have caught her several times trying to wrap my dining room table legs in toilet paper. "Mom, I am making our table into a mummy!"

She also decided our white couch would be much more festive if she drew her version of a pumpkin on it with a black ink pen. Yeah I tried hairspray removal, didn't work...so it will be there next Halloween...SUPER!

It's Alive

We found out a few weeks ago that Avery will have her very own baby brother. That's right, I have 6 storage bins of girl clothes, two pink strollers, dollhouses and princess dresses galore....and we are having a BOY!! Awesome! So I guess we are living the dream...one of each and then we can be done...or at least that's how I feel right now being prego. But I really can't complain too much. As of a few weeks ago, I suddenly stopped throwing up everyday. Now its only a couple times a week in the morning, big improvement since I threw up everyday, multiple times a day with Avery. These are the ultrasound pics from my 19 week appointment. He looks perfectly happy and healthy so far, kicking me like crazy. We are excited and scared, but EXCITED!!

and....about NAMES...we are open for suggestions!! If you think of anything that flows with our LAST NAME!?! Like Bobby or Billy Bob...Just kidding...but seriously we need help!

Super Special Fun Day Part 2

SSFD Part 2 took place at THE Great Pumpkin Farm...you know the one from the Charlie Brown special.

Not really but is was still Super cool, especially because Avery is absolutely obsessed with everything Halloween. There were rides, a spooky magic show, hayrides, cornmazes...and possibly the highlight of Avery's life...FACE PAINTING!

Watching her get her face painted had to be the most adorable thing ever. She sat there so still, with a glazed look over her eyes...like "I can't believe this is really happening to me." The lady saw little Ave and immediately asked her if she wanted a cute puppy or maybe a butterfly. She said no way, she wanted a SCARY witch! She is in love with anything remotely scary. Skeletons, Spiders, Dead Zombies with their guts hanging out in the Haunted House...oh yeah she is all over it.


Ave making her way through haymaze custom made for the small ones.

Super Special Fun Day Part 1

Last week Ezra had a break from tests so he planned a "Super Special Fun Day" for Ave and I. It was a surprise and we LOVE surprises! He took us to lunch at a new pizza place that serves all you can eat- pizza, garlic knots, soup & salad for lunch. Add a little Zantac 75 and this is a pregnant girls dream. Next we headed downtown to Fowler's Fine Chocolates for a VIP factory tour. Holla!! All the Chocolate you can eat while learning how they make it. It was a golden ticket moment.

Free HAIRNETS...almost as cool as free chocolate!

That's right folks, what's a Buffalo Chocolate factory without a little Pizza and Wings. Don't forget the Bleu Cheese Chocolate dipping sauce!

We're Back!

So we went on a short 6 month blogging hiatus. How did I ever let this happen? I am such a slacker! Well we are back and in a big way. I am going to attempt to back date every post until June. That's right dedicated readers you're not going to miss a moment of our lives because I care that much. ...not really, I am just turning this blog into a book. So gotta do, whatcha gotta do. Wish me luck...

June 16, 2009

 Avery's second birthday was filled with fun.  She woke up to her favorite breakfast, a plate full of Paula's doughnuts and chocolate milk.

 We picked up Dad for lunch and some fun at the pirate park.

 She spent the afternoon with her favorite friend Lorenzo jumping on his tramp and swiming in his private pool. 

We came home to a special delivery from the local flower shop.  It was a great day!

Avery & Lorenzo turn TWO!!

Happy Mother's Day!!!!!

Ok, well I am not too sure how to do this but I am giving it a try.... Candi you have been such a good Mom to Avery that I had to let you know one more time! It is women like you that make this one of the most deserved holidays. The most amazing part of it, to me, is that even with so many motherly duties you still have been able to remain an amazing wife. I will always love you and when Avery is able to fully understand how great a Mom she has, she will thank you too.

Love,
Your Hubby

purple.

We thought Chubbs was the only crayon chewing culprit....meet Avery, his partner in crime.

She came into the room saying, "Purple Mama, Purple"...how could we get mad...at least she got the color right!

the after party = bath time.