Last 12 of the 24 months of austin....

December 2009: Helping mommy and daddy decorate for xmas!!


November 2009: So Handsome hanging out at daddy's nursery!


October 2009: Our little Slugger... have I mentioned he loves baseball!


September 2009: Family Beach Trip and he loved it... I think he is gonna be a beach person just like his momma =)!!


August 2009: Showing of his Blues Clues Skills, he is doing the thinking pose!! He still loves Blue and screams clue whenever he sees a pawprint.


July 2009: Chowing down on a hotdog at the braves game! He also LOVES some baseball!


June 2009: Rocking out in the living room!


May 2009: Just rididng in the care and I felt the need for a photot. I am telling you I want to remember every moment.


April 2009: My little Cookie Monster!


March 2009: First time at Natural Science Museum he loved the fish!


February 2009: Celebrating Gigi birthday at P. F. Changs and chowing down on some birthday cake.


January 2009: Oh how I love everything about this little man!

more austin....

December 2008: Enjoying his smash cake on his birthday!!! Can't beleive its been a year... oh how time goes too fast!


November 2008: We took him to see Santa the week of Thanksgiving last year... loved all the stuff they had set up but hated Santa. This year he is giving Santa high Fives and running up to him =)!


October 2008: It''s a bird, its a plane, no it's super Austin!! Halloween "08


September 2008: This is one of my favorite pictures he is cheesin for the camera at mamaw's house! Couldn't go one day without that sweet smile!


August 2008: Although every day has been wonderful he has had his moments of not so happy times. Think this was b/c I told him NO while he was trying to pull down the lamp.

24 Months of Austin continued...

July 2008: Having fun in his very own frog pool in the back yard! He loved this little pool but is to big for it now, he sat it in this summer and looked and we like okay what now I can't move around!!


June 2008: First time at the outdoor pool.... and oh how everyone hated that hat except mommy and Gigi!


May 2008: At Maley's Swim School when he was four and a half months old and now we just finished Water Babies Three. He is getting better and better and has no fear of the water!


April 2008: Enjoying a little tummy time!! Oh how we couldn't wait for him to be mobile and now we long for him to sit still. =)

The 24 Months of Austin

MARCH 2008: My Sweet Baby!


FEBRUARY 2008: This sweet picture was taken in February, it was the morning of his Baptism. So sweet!


JANUARY 2008: This was taken at the very beginning of January before we went for his first check up at 2 weeks. He had just finished eating so that he would cooperate for his visit!


DECEMBER 2008: My Sweet Baby at one day old... oh how I wish I good go back to those first few hours and take it all in again. Who new this would be the greatest day of my life!


Since Austin is turning two saturday I decided I would do some posts this week to reflect the last two years in photos, so here it goes. I am posting one pic from each month over the past two years over the next couple of days. It is amazing how much he has grown. Hope you all enjoy b/c I have enjoyed looking back through all the pictures!

Two Years Ago

Well it is so hard to believe my sweet baby boy is turning two next week. Oh how time flies. Above is a picture of the day he sat up all by himself at a few days shy of 5 months. I quickly remember thinking I would always remember that day but as these past two years have flown by I think of how with so many memories and firsts it is hard to keep up. As hard as it is to think of him growing up it is more exciting to see who this sweet child will become. Over the past two years I have learned so much about him. He is quiet in public but in the comfort of his own home and familiar people he chatters away in his own little vocabulary, he is strong willed and at times stubbborn but also shows love and affection at the time when it is needed or wanted most, his smile can light up the room and though not always plastered across his face he has his own little way of letting us know he is happy (his hands), he is most happy when mommy daddy and austin are all at home simply playing hide and seek or chase, his laughter is the sweetest sound on the earth and the one sound I truly could not live without ever hearing again, he is BUSY just like his momma and we rarely sit still, he gets so proud of himself when he accomlishes something no matter how big or small (a trait I hope he never loses), he knows he is loved the one thing I want him most to understand and I really could go on and on but will stop here. When I first found out I was pregnant I was so scared of what kind of mom I would be and would I be able to give up "my life" but now in these two short years I have learned i love being a mom more than anything in this world and I didn't have to give up anything but yet I GAINED more than words could ever express. And although these past two years have gone by so incredibly fast and I feel as if I have so much to remember and take in, I so look forward to all there is to come. Happy Almost Birthday Austin!! Mommy loves you more than words could ever express and Thank you for the past two years you have made every day a day to remember and cherish!

Its Christmas time!

Well Christmas is probably my favorite time of year and even more so now that I can share it with my child. We have kept busy going to parades, seeing santa, shopping, decorating and all the other fun that this time of year brings. Below are a few pics over the past few weeks hope you enjoy!

Our Hip Hoppin Family

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Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving 2009 has come and gone and we had a great day with family. We went to Corey's for lunch and then headed to my parents late that afternoon and stayed for dinner. It was great to visit with family and of course EAT and Eat and eat!!! At Coreys parents his dads hunting beagle had puppies and we got them out to let austin play with them. One took to him immediately and they had a great time running around. We think the puppy actually wore him out. Anyways Corey wants to get him his own puppy soon and I have been objecting but seeing how much he loved the puppy I might be changing my mind. We also celebrated my brothers big 30 at my parents!! We had a great time with Jan and Uncle T and all my family!!! Can't believe it is almost Christmas. This year has flown by, my baby will be two toooo soon!!!

Austin and the puppy racing... too sweet!

Trying to get a pic of austin and his cuz crosby... they are only 6 months apart!

Austin and my uncle having a coloring battle... austin thought it was so funny!

Austin and my mamaw... he is such a sweet boy!

Our Crooked House!!

Well it's finally here. Corey and his dad finished the crooked house last week so we went ahead and put it in the back yard for austin to play! It is for his birthday but the weather has been so great to play outside. I only lack some of the baseball decorative details but it is otherwise finished. Austin loves it and yesterday I put a table and chair set in it that is his size so he can play in there at his table. It is too cute. I am very proud of corey. It turned out great and it will be something our children can enjoy forever! It might just be where austin sleeps some nights when he becomes a teenager! ha ha just kidding :) Hope you enjoy the pics!

Looking out his crooked window!

Telling sissy to get out of his house. Just like his momma, probably doesn't want dog hair all over his nice "wood" floor!

Mommy getting to hang out in the crooked house!

Having too much fun!

THANKS DA DA!!!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Well I haven't been to good here lately with my blogging but things get pretty busy with a toddler. We haven't been up to much just getting ready for the holidays. We also had some pics taken of Austin this month with Mary Moment Photography and she did a great job!!! I couldn't pic between them so I basically ordered one of each. Anyways tomorrow is thanksgiving so I thought I would post 20 things I am thankful for so here goes!

20. My friends.... I have been blessed with one of the most amazing group of friends in the world old and new. It doesn't matter how often we talk or see each other I know they are always there. We have had such great memories together and make more each year. I love u girls!!! You are the greatest!!!

19. My Job.. yes I said it but I have a job that makes a difference. I have the opportunity to care for other peoples children in such a time of need. The gratitude these families feel and express make goingto work everyday so worth it. Also when you see a child walk back in our unit to thank you and you never thought you would see them make it through the day it reminds you that your job really means something!

18. The "girls" at nursery :)... those of you that know me know I am an exercise nut and because of the wonderful ladies at the courthouse whom austin loves, I get my "me" time in everyday while austin terrorizes the nuresery. Everyone knows I am much happier after a good sweat session on my elliptical!

17. My house... Corey and I built this house together 3 years ago. We have grown together in this house, decorated this house, had our first baby in this house, and just lived and laughed alot in these walls. I am so proud of all we accomplished in three short years of marriage. It is a part of our lives and will always be our "first home together"!

16. Silly but true..... reality TV... I know but sometimes after a bad day at work or just a long day we will sit down and just laugh or smile. You dont have to think or concentrate u can just get a small glimpse into the lives of others and all from the comfort of your own home!

15. My health... I like to think of myself as a rather healthy person xcept my constant battle with allergies :)

14. My work schedule... Thanks to my job and my husband I have been able to practically be a stay at home mom with austin during these wonderful first two years. I have been the one to see all his firsts, to dry most of his tears, to teach him new things, and just to be his best friend. This has been so important to me b/c I know life is only going to get busier and being able to have this time has meant the worl to me!

13. Another silly one.... Brusters Ice Cream... Love it and it makes me smile!

12. Happiness.... kinda obvious but I am so happy with where I am in my life at this time. I am proud of what I have accomplished. I have no regrets. I am content with where things are going. Seems silly but I know so many people that just dont seem truly happy with their lives.

11. Cold Weather... kinda silly but after many months of horribly hot days it is nice for cooler weather and the holidays. I love wearing sweaters and comfy clothes curled up by the fire!! But ask me in a few months and I will be thankful for the end of cold weather.

10. My Faith.... I am so thankful that I was raised to know Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. He has given me all there is to be thankful for. I was taught to have faith and know God and that has such an impact on my life. I don'[t know where any of us would be without God first in our lives!

9. My ICU co workers.... In a job that produces such stress it is nice to have a group that you can laugh with, cry with, and just understands what is going on. We have such an amazing group that believes in TEAMWORK. It is b/c of this wonderful group that we are able to do our jobs and smile most of time while doing.

8. Computers... b/c it makes it so easy to keep in touch with all our loved ones!!!

7. Pictures... So much has happened over the past few years from my wedding, house, first child, friends weddings, friends children, etc. that it is hard to remeber every little detail. Pictures have made it possible for me to go back to these times and remember everyting. As austin grows each year this becomes so important to me!

6. My Family.... what can I say they are such a huge part of who I am. We have a great time together and are always there for each other. They are the greatest!!

5. My brother..... my one true best friend for the past 28 years. I know he is always there for me and I want nothing more than true happiness for him. He has been a great brother!!! He actually drove to Greenwood from Starkville at 3 am to pick me up from the worst blind date of my life!!! He also was the best wedding singer in the world!!! LOve Ya TY

4. My Dad..... he has shown me so much about what I want in life. He has taught me about hard work and responsibility but also about love. He has always been there for me and would do anything in this world for his children. He has been a wonderful dad and is now the greatest Papa Lou ever. I truly believe he was put here to be a grandpa. There is nothing like watching your parents play with your child knowing that is how much fun they had with you so many years ago! I LOVE U DAD!!!!

3. My mom.... my best friend ever. I love my mom in a way I can't really explain. It is amazing all you have to go through to get to this point in your life where it aches to ever think of going on a day without your parents. I can't imagine not having my mom there to talk to. She is there for advice or just to listen. I don't know where I would be without my mom and i dont even want to imagine. I love my mom more than words can express and I thank God for every chance I get to spend with her :)

2. My husband..... to the most patient and forgiving man ever. Those that know me know I am a "tad" bit OCD. I clean everyday, things have to be just so, I must get my workout in, and if anything deviates from my plan I go a little nutty. Corey has put up with me for 8 years now. He has loved me unconditionally and really helped me stay calm through every day life. He has become a wonderful father who wants nothing more than to provide for me austin. I love u hubby and appreciate all u do for our family!

1. My child..... I never could have imagined that being a mommy could be the greatest accomplishment of ones life. I am so thankful that God chose me to be austin's mom. Words cannot express my grattitude. I have loved every minute and can't wait to see what all the future holds for him. He is such a blessing and cherish every minute I have with him. I want him to know always how much he is loved and how proud I am to be his mom. I am so thankful for this experience of motherhood and believe that there is no greater love than that of child. I have learned so much from being a mother. I love austin with all my heart and am thankful for each day god has given me to be his mom!!

Sorry it was so long but hope u enjoy and HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!!!!!

Little Slugger

Well Halloween has and come and gone and as expected Austin had a great time. It is amazing the difference from last year to this year and I can only imagine it is going to keep getting better. Austin caught on to the trick or treating really fast and had a great time Sat night. We first went to the Flowood Festival but it was way to crowded and way to muddy so we headed back to the house for some trick or treating with his buddy Hayes. They made it til eight thirty and then austin came in and passed out on the floor. He has brought so much joy to our families and it is so much fun expereincing all these holidays as parents. Some days I wonder what I did before I had austin, becuase this is truly the best time of my LIFE!!!! Above is a picture at the FArmers Market picking out a pumpkin. We tried to go to the pumpkin patch several times but b/c of weather never got to go so we snapped a few pictures with the pumpkins there. I think a few people thought I was crazy! Oh well!

While we carved the pumpkins we let the boys paint there own. Austin did such a good job and Hayes did too but he thought the paint was better suited for eating. It was too funny!

Austin's finished product!

Trick or treating at Gigi and Papa's and ready for more!

Picking out the candy he wanted!

My little Baseball Player! He is so obsessed with Baseball so we knew this is what he was going to be, but we had such a hard time finding a costume! When you can't find what you want make your own and so we did and it turned out great. He even has on real T-Ball pants rolled up like three times b/c they were so big! He knows they are his "baseball clothes" we have discovered we can get him to where anything if we call it baseball clothes like hats and gloves!!!

My heart!

Ready to load up and go to the flowood festival!

Okay so Austin is also obsessed with Blues Clues. He can hum and sing the theme song. He loves it and if he sees a pawprint he screams Blue Clue. So I decided to carve our pumpkin with a huge pawprint in honor of blues clues! He loved it!

My sweet family on Halloween 2009 and Austin focused on getting into that bag of oreos!!!