Happy Birthday Mike!

My sweet husband's birthday was just this last week and we had a nice little family party for him over at our house. I love you so much sweetie and I'm so glad that you are mine! Happy Birthday!

This was Mike's birthday present. A garage organization system...doesn't look like much but it's such a blessing!

Just so you aren't under the impression that he's always a stinker...

Playing in his new sand box. Still not sure about that sand though.

Playing with playdoh.

Oh how I love him! Tantrums and all.

Tantrums

Yep, you heard right, we have a major tantrum thrower whenever it comes to his stomach. Whenever mommy is doing anything in the kitchen, from washing dishes to making dinner, my continuously hungry munchkin comes in, stands by the pantry door, and lets me have it something fierce. I've been slowly trying to teach him that screaming at me is not the right way to ask for anything but it's a slow process. Don't get me wrong Jacob is a doll in every way, but I fear for the terrible two's being that this is happening and he's only 20 months. :-O

Standing at the door demanding a cracker. *sigh*

What am I going to do with that boy?

This is the little stinker after he's finally gotten what he wanted.

Aunt Julie's visit

What a wonderful time we had with aunt Julie while she was visiting from California. We had the privilege of having her as our guest for about a week. Jacob basically had a playmate completely devoted to his every whim for a whole 5 days. For the next few days now that she's gone he is going to be disappointed that it's just boring 'ol mommy now :) We also made a trip to NW Trek and enjoyed looking at all the animals and getting out of the house despite the yucky weather. Uncle Cliff and Aunt Dana came down too and we enjoyed a wonderful evening and afternoon talking and eating the yummy food that Dana brought down.

Not only did Jacob have tons of fun with his aunt Juju but it was so wonderful to get a companion for me as well. I loved relaxing while it continued to rain outside, watching HGTV and getting to talk all afternoon. I hope I didn't talk your ears off Julie! We will miss you and can't wait for you next trip up.

That's one big doggy!

Jacob chillin' on the tram

Jacob loves to float in the bath tub

Happy Resurrection Day

We had a nice Easter this year even though it was a small gathering. Since my Mom and Dad were still in Hawaii, I decided to make a nice dinner for Mike, Jacob, my sister Dasha, and my Grandma. We busted out the nice china and linens and I made my first attempt at leg of lamb. Everything turned out great. The only issue was the length of time it took to cook the lamb, but things never work out the first time, right? We decorated eggs, had Jacob go on a little Easter egg hunt, and even painted a resurrection sign together. It was a wonderful day and I pray that Jacob grows up knowing just how important this day is. We are reminded of the great love the Father has for us in that He sent his only Son to death on a cross in order to pay the penalty for our sin. And on this day Jesus Christ overcame death so that we also may be conquerors and live eternally with Him in heaven. Praise God and Happy Resurrection Day!!!!

He's off!

"Look mom I found one"

More Hawaii Pics

Here are a few more fun pics from Jacob's and my trip to Hawaii.

Jacob hated the sand so this was a rare moment that his mommy got him to play in it.

as you can see he is not too happy about it though.

A rainbow off of our balcony

Enjoying the sunset

Hawaii

I'm sitting here in a beautiful hotel room while my little munchkin sleeps in the other room and looking as ocean waves come crashing onto the Hawaiian coast line. What a blessed life I have. Jacob and I had the joy of joining my Mom and sisters in Hawaii for a 1 week vacation. Mike unfortunately is not with us because he had to travel for work to meet a few customers and attend a trade show with his company. We miss him dearly and never miss an opportunity to call him on the phone which is hard to coordinate since he is 6 hours ahead of us in Florida. Jacob has enjoyed our Hawaiian schedule of waking up at 6:30 having some breakfast, putting our bathing suits on and heading down to the pool to play. We've also taken a few trips out to the beach which I've discovered he doesn't seem to like as much as the pool. I put him in the sand and he looks up at me with sandy hands outstretched whining that he has sand all over. I keep telling him that he is a boy and should like being dirty but he doesn't believe me I guess. He did love watching the waves crash in however from the comfort of mommy's arms...up off the sand! He giggled uncontrollably every time a wave came. He's so cute and is most content sitting on a pool chair playing with his cars. I'm hoping by the end of the week to entice him to actually jump in off the side of the pool into mommy's arms. We shall see. I love you Mike and I miss you terribly. I wish you were here and I'm sure you feel the same way.