Jan. 11, 2012 - Abbie in a Bumbo

James was given a Bumbo, by a good friend of mine, when he was a baby. He had really chubby legs and couldn't ever fit into it. So, I saved it "just in case" (Dale hates that phrase, especially when it is in reference to babies!).

 I decided to pull it out and let Abbie have a try.

 She loved it! She didn't have to be on her tummy anymore. She was sitting upright and loved it!

Plus, feeding baby food to her will no longer be a problem.

Jan. 9, 2012 - Abbie's 6 months

So, I am a little behind.

I decided to try and take Abbie's 6 month photos and ended up having some help from big brother.

Clara loves a good book.

He is a sweet, big brother!

 

Abbie's 6 month chub!! I just love her rolls!!!



January 2, 2012 - A Trip to Nebraska

Have you ever seen that rusty old train that sits on the west side of Highway 35, near Nebraska? We've driven by it so many times on our way up to Nebraska, that its kind of a land mark for us. (There's also a huge Chimney sweep guy near Salina, KS.) Anway, we decided to jump out of the car and take a walk up to the train.

Boy was it Huge!All Aboard!Clara was so tiny compared to the wheels.James loved it! What little boy wouldn't?!Even big boys thought it was awesome!Once we made it into Nebraska, we made a pit stop at Aunt Bobbie's house.
These next set of pictures are of her home decor. I wanted to take as many as I can to capture my memories.At the front entrance, you are welcomed by a sweet table with little treasures.

The first room on your left is her sitting room. It is very peaceful.

I love these chairs and mismatched furniture.Adjoined to the sitting room is her formal dining room. As a child I remember eating in here once, when my dad and I came to visit.

This is her eat-in nook.
I love the shutters.Finally, my favorite, the casual living room. The smells, the lighting, everything about this room is so cozy!She is a sweet woman!My kids just loved her!

January 1, 2012- Homemade Ice Cream

So, it's been awhile. We've actually been pretty busy with family events that I've had a hard time keeping up. Not to worry, we've taken a ton of pictures and hopefully, we can get caught up again.

For Christmas, Santa gave our family a Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker. So, I decided to whip up a batch after church, and since our meetings are at 8:30 am, I do not mind the mess. Especially if it is only James who gets messy.

Chocolate!

December 31, 2011 - New Year's Eve

What a way to end an old year than by getting a bath!Baths in the kitchen sink are always a classic picture-at least in my family.Bedtime story with daddy-a must!Silly faces!!Silly faces!!And silly faces!!

We are ready for a New Year filled with more baths and silly faces!

December 26, 2011

With the holiday season coming to a close, we were able to relax a bit, and make silly faces!Abbie received a highchair for Christmas. She couldn't quite figure it out. We think she'll get the hang of it soon enough.