Pumpkin Patch

We headed to Dewey, AZ to Mortimer Family Farms for our pumpkin patch fun this year.  And they did not disappoint!! I'm sure it was partly because it was the same place (different owners) where Jen and I went as kids- great memories. Also, it allowed us to get out of town for the day, have some cooler weather, and actually walk through the fields to choose our pumpkins. They also have lots for the kids to do and plenty of food.
Asher was so excited and kept talking about the "pumpkin patch."  He had such a good time choosing pumpkins- the thrill of the hunt.  We actually had to put a number back since we thought around 10 was too many. Can't wait for next year!!

And here is a peek at the baby bump.  Yep, it's already here at 13 weeks.

Big Brother

Asher is excited to announce that he will be a big brother in April 2016!!!

We will find out if he will have a baby brother or sister in just 2 weeks. So exciting!

Fun Fact: The shirt that Ash is wearing was Daddy's shirt when he was about Asher's age. Thanks for keeping it Gma- so fun for it to be passed down!

Denver

We went to visit the Schossow's at the end of June. It's been no fun having family live so far away, but I do have to say that Denver in June was awesome for the AZ people!!

Such a nice welcome!!

We had such a great time. We spent so much time outdoors. And I just cannot get over those boys- such awesome cousin bonding!

The boys discovered ladybugs!!

We ventured to the Aquarium.

 It's Nemo and Dory!!

 Even the nighttime routine is fun with your cousins.

Nick and Brandon were able to fit in a round of golf.  Too bad the surroundings weren't nice to look at. :-)  (Nice swing, babe!)

 Park time is a must with toddlers.

My favorite place we visited was the Chatfield Botanical Garden.  It was so amazingly beautiful!  Being from AZ, I'm used to cacti in a botanical garden.  I'll take this one any day!  I could have wandered around for hours.  So picture perfect!! I never got a picture to do it justice, but so many flowers were in bloom. There were also animals to see and a little play area for the kids.

We got to hang out with our friends, the Langs, and had a great time catching up.  Denver snatched them away from AZ, too.  Hmm, I hope this isn't becoming a pattern.

Before we knew it, it was time to say goodbye.  Asher and Toby were beyond adorable together! Asher still asks about seeing Aunt B, Uncle Nick, Toby and Levi almost daily.  

We love you guys and hope to see you again soon!!

Summer Vacation 2015

Birthday Celebration

With Asher's birthday being in June, I figure we have 2 ways we can go for a party:  water fun outdoors (and even with water this is pushing it), or hiding out in the AC.  We ventured outside this year to the water table (thanks Aunt A and B!!), baby pool and sprinkler.  Since the majority of the kids in our life are under 4, this was great!

Asher really "got it" this year that it was his birthday and he was being celebrated.  He. loved. it.

This Boy...

This boy!  My "sweetest boy," as I call him.  The one who has taught me to laugh, cry and love more than I ever thought possible.  This boy is now 2 years old!!

This boy brings so much amazing joy into my life; our lives.  I just love him so much.  And I tell him that; often.  And it's often accompanied by kisses.  Because I know there will come a day when he'll look at me and give an exasperated sigh, and say "mom" and give me a look. Until then (and probably even after), I'll tell him, and kiss him, all the time.

This boy talks or sings non stop.  Really.  If it's too quiet, something is not right.  He absorbs more than I think and then spits out a word, phrase or song lyrics hours or days later.  He now says please, thank you, and I love you. He likes to say his ABCs and count to 10 (with some assistance).  And he sings "You Are My Sunshine" and "Happy Birthday" frequently.

(Yes, he is wearing Halloween jammies- ha!)

He's developing a sense of humor.  He loves to laugh and his smile lights up his whole body.
He likes trucks, sports balls, and is drawn to musical toys.
This boy is super sensitive.  I love this trait.  Yet, at times he can be very strong willed. Can't we all.
He loves to dance and read stories and is super energized by having his "people" (family) around him.
I'd say this boy had a pretty cool day on his birthday. He started off at swim class.

He then had his 2 year old well checkup.  (Ok, not cool.)  He's now 27 lbs. and just over 35 inches tall.

He met his brand new cousin, Nathan, who is also his new birthday buddy!  (On the left is Nathan and on the right is Asher from June 11th exactly 2 years earlier!!)

He had lunch at Portillos (maybe mommy was more excited than Asher) and topped the day off with ice cream!

Happy 2nd Birthday Asher!!  Your "people" love you more than words can say!!