First Steps

This is a really old video from back in September but I wanted to post it because it was the first time Colton really walked.

I am just a procrastinator so here it is just a few months late.

Fall Leaves

We had our family photo taken this fall and this is a very cute picture of Colton we wanted to share.

He loved the leaves and would not stop laughing when Grandpa threw the leaves in the air. We got alot of great photos. I will post them as soon as they get developed.

Bah Humbug

Christmas Q & A

Because of the triple-dog-dare...here you go.

1. Wrapping paper or gift bags? Bags all the way. I am so lazy!

2. Real tree or Artificial? Artificial.

3. When do you put up the tree? Well.....last year..... never! It was great. This year right after thanksgiving.

4. When do you take the tree down? When I get tired of thinking about it and feeling guilty that it is July and still up. haha

5. Do you like egg nog? Ugh. That stuff is nasty.

6. Favorite gift received as a child? My quala bear.

7. Do you have a nativity scene? yes, from willow tree.

8. Hardest person to buy for? Dave's parents.

9. Easiest person to buy for? Myself!!

10. Mail or email Christmas cards? Cards, which never leave the pretty box I bought them in.

11. Worst Christmas gift you ever received? Sports stuff from my husband that he really wanted. I still love you babe!

12. Favorite Christmas Movie? A Christmas story, elf and White Christmas'

13. Have you ever recycled a Christmas present? Not that I can think of

14. Favorite thing to eat at Christmas? Fatboy peppermint sundae on a stick. To die for!!!


15. Clear lights or colored on the tree? Clear

16. Favorite Christmas song? White Christmas.

17. Travel at Christmas or stay home? Home

18. Can you name all of Santa's reindeer? Nope, and I don't really want to try. Bah Humbug

19. Open the presents Christmas Eve or morning? Morning.

20. Most annoying thing about this time of year? Christmas decorations before halloween.

21. Favorite ornament theme or color? Red is one of my favs

22. Favorite food for Christmas dinner? Green bean casserole. Seriously!

23. What do you want for Christmas this year? Have I ever mentioned that I would like a cure for Cancer!

Ok, now it is your turn. Have fun!

1 year old!!

I cannot believe my baby is a year old this week. We took this picture on the way home from the hospital. He looks so small. He has totally outgrown this car seat now.

I hope to have new photos soon. That way you can see how big he has gotten.

Another Tag?! (If your squeamish do not continue)

I have been tagged by a few people to do the 4th photo tag. So I went to my 4th photo folder and found my 4th photo in that folder and this is what I found:


I hesitated putting this up not only because it looks horrible, but also it brings up some really intense emotions. I remember these days. The absolute devastation of being told your husband has brain cancer. The worry through both surgeries. The helplessness of watching your husband go through so much pain and trial and not being able to help him make it all go away. The MRI's and radiation. The chemotherapy. The worst of all was when he forgot my name (its ok sweetheart I still love you). Blah, blah, blah......

Whew!!

Thats in the past for now. The good news is that yesterdays MRI showed no new growth. The tumor is gone and he has officially ended chemo. Yes!

I love it because he has no good excuse now for not doing the housework. He can't exploit his brain cancer any more. If he tries to give me one of his lame excuses that he is too tired or sick I can call his bluff :)

Seriously, I am very grateful for the miracle we have been given.

Here are some more pictures for your entertainment.

1 Day after surgery.

Finally home!!!


Our Dog Jake would not leave his side when he got home. He was very loving and protective of him. It is amazing how dogs know something is up.

I hope you had fun going down memory lane with me!!

Yum!

There is nothing better than licking the frosting from the beater! Thanks Grandma!

Twilight

Here is my confession for the day. I am so excited for the Twilight movie to come out!! My friend has rented a theater the day the movie is released and I will be going to watch it there with all her friends and family. I can't wait!!