Bethel Christmas Parade

November Recap

Thanksgiving 2011... We celebrated Thanksgiving this year in Robersonville at Gray's Grandmother's. The kids had so much fun playing with their cousins! The following Saturday we had my family to our house in Bethel and then on Sunday had lunch with Gray's other grandmother in Bethel. A very busy week and weekend.

I had my tonsils taken out on Nov 16th. Definitely not a walk in the park and I would probably have to say it hurt worse than childbirth! Now 3 weeks later I still have some scabbing and pain but I'm finally eating again and have my energy back. I will spare all of you with the pictures.

For the past 3 years we have gotten our Christmas tree at my sister in law Katie's parents house in Battleboro. The trees come straight from the mountains. They are always so fresh and smell so good!! I love the tradition we have started and the kids have a blast. James wanted all of the HUGE trees but we settled on a perfect one (more pictures to come). It was too big once we got it in the house but we made it work.

Miller and Daddy picking out the tree

A precious outfit from Katie's shop Miss Piggy's Boutique/ Southern monograms. Check her out on facebook or her website misspiggysboutique.com. The clothes are all handmade. She also sells monogrammed gifts and bags.

Just thought I would share this cute picture of James and Miller on round 3 of Thanksgiving playing the piano together.

Halloween 2011

Didn't take many pictures.. James was not cooperative with the camera. He was a police man "Officer Corey". He took his costume very seriously this year. He LOVED all the candy and trick or treating.

Miller was a "Sweet Strawberry"

Miller introduced Mason to his first piece of candy.

One Month Later and Fall Fun!

Sorry for the lack of blogging... I just haven't been in the mood. We have stayed busy and have been having lots of fun! The next few post will play catchup to what we've been up to.. We went to the Pitt County fair. James loved it, Miller did too but she wanted to run wild all over the place and didn't love being cooped up in her stroller. Both kids loved the animals. We didn't even eat a single bit of fair food (my fav) this year. Quick but fun trip!

Miller's hair is finally long enough for pigtails. Isn't it just adorable!!!

Playdate with Leighton

Fun in the cotton field. This picture is a perfect example of each child's individual personality!!

John, Gray, and their baby girls

Miller Starts Preschool

 Miller started 1 day a week at James' preschool Memorial Baptist in Greenville. She loves the interaction with other children, so hopefully this will be a good experience for her. She wasn't shy at all the first day, walked right in and started playing.

So glad her buddy Holton is in her class!

James' 1st Day of 4 year Preschool

James started 4 year old preschool last week. He will be going M-Th from 9-12. He has jumped right back into the swing of things at school and seems to be liking it so far. His teacher this year is Mrs. Smirne. He told me last night she was his best friend, so thats a very good sign and start to a new school year!

16 months old

Miss Priss is now 16 months old but we had her 15 month well visit last week so now would be a good time to update. Miller weighs 22lbs (25th percentile) and is 32 inches tall (75th percentile). She had been so petite until now. She has hit a growth spurt and her height has definitely gone up a lot in the past month. She is wearing 12- 18 month clothes and still a great eater. The only think that she will not eat is bread, but I guess that's a good thing. Miller runs faster than James did at this age although shes only been walking for 3 months. She is into everything and leaves a destructive path wherever she goes. I am constantly picking up after her. She is saying so many words and loves to repeat what you say. She loves to dance, especially in her car seat. Miller's favorite toys to play with are non-toys (plastic cups, a water bottle, wrapping paper, boxes, and plastic containers). Miller starts preschool 1 day a week next month (Monday's) and she will be in kindermusik on Tuesdays. I'm really excited for her to have some activities and playtime with children her age.

A day on the Farm

Last week we spent an afternoon in the tobacco field with Gray. Miller is not scared to get dirty and James would stay out there and work all day. Here are a few cute pictures from our afternoon.

Beach 2011

Miller was such bathing beauty and got so much attention on the beach. This child is fearless! She loved the water, sand, and making a mess.

Just one of her 10 bathing suits of the summer!

In her bikini...

We visited the aquarium. This is the only picture I got of both kids together the entire trip.

James and Daddy rode go karts. James talked about this for days!

The waterslides were fun for everyone! James didn't want to leave!

Miller and Daddy had fun too!

Miller out to dinner in my 30 year old dress. If I can find a picture of me wearing it I will post pictures of me in mine at this age. I am so glad she got to wear it and it sure looked cute on her.

We had a great vacation! It was a lot of work for Gray and I but the memories are worth it. I can't wait to go back next year!