11 Months

I can't believe my baby will be one next month. 

Sharing

I was trying to get a video of Luke when he decided to share his snack with Rudy .

Ouch!

A couple of weeks ago Luke fell and hit his eyebrow on a chest in our room. 

Chad took him  to the doctor right away and they glued it back together.  

Luke was a trooper.

It is healing now and I think the scar will be hidden. 

Another Way To Support Austin!

My friend Carrie just started selling Scentsy and has set up an online party just for Austin's Army.  She is so generous and is going to donate her commission earned from the party to the Angelman Syndrome Foundation. 
I am super excited for this! 

Here is all the information you need.

Austin’s Army is ready to step up the fundraising! We are hosting an online party with Scentsy Independent Consultant Carrie Ibrahim to offer you some fabulous products while raising money and awareness for the Angelman Syndrome Foundation.

Scentsy is a wickless, smokeless, SAFE alternative to candles. No flame, no smoke, no soot. There are over 80 scents to choose from and a variety of warmers* to suit your décor. We carry room sprays and scents for your car or child’s room, too!

There are several ways you can participate.

1. If you are outside of Houston or would like your purchases shipped directly to you, please visit http://www.carrieibrahim.scentsy.us/ and click on the Angelman Foundation Fundraiser- Austin’s Army.

2. There is also a direct link to take you to the Fundraiser’s party page: Angelman Foundation Fundraiser- Austin’s Army. Please share this with all your friends and family!

3. If you are in the Houston Area or will be attending the Angelman Syndrome Foundation Walk-a-Thon on May 21, you can email or call Carrie (carrieibrahim@gmail.com and 713-304-6912) to place your order (this will also save you shipping).

4. You can host your own party! If you book a home or basket party during this fundraiser, you will receive a free warmer along with other host rewards!

Together we can make this the best year yet!

*Because this is a fundraiser, the Combine and Save, Campus Collection, Charitable Cause and Patriot Collection warmers will not be applicable to the donation.

Proceeds from those are already directed towards a cause.

All orders need to be finalized by April 30, 2011.

Our New Kitchen



Finally the before and after pictures.

 

 

 

 

Summer turns 4!

This was a very exciting birthday for Summer.  It was her first year to have her very own party.  We had the party at the place where she takes gymnastics and it was a blast.  The kids loved all the activities.  We had pizza and cupcakes.  Summer enjoyed every minute of it and of course is already planning her fifth birthday.   

Thank you to all who made her day perfect! 

10 Months!

This 10 month old is on the move. 
At 9 1/2 months he took off and has not stopped.  
 He has three teeth and loves to eat. 

The monthly pictures are getting a little crazy as you can see.

Are You Ready To Walk??????

Austin has been practicing and he is now running. 

We look forward to seeing all of our friends and family on May 21st. 

Remember to register by April 18th so you can get a goodie bag/t-shirt from the foundation. 

The walk will be held at

Rob Fleming Park

6055 Creekside Forest Drive

The Woodlands, TX 77389

Registration is at 8

Walk is at 9

Make sure to join our team (austinsarmy) when you register.

http://www.angelman.org/austinsarmy1/

Spring Break

Spring break was fun at our house this year. 

We had our kitchen counter tops/backspalsh and sink replaced.  I can't wait to post the before and after pictures.  It turned out really good. 

The bad part was we did not have a sink or dishwasher for a week and Austin could access anything he wanted since the counter tops were missing. 

One day I picked up at least 30 pieces of Tupperware that he had carried all over the house. 

We played outside alot and went for long car rides.  We also went ahead and got Summer's birthday present (from us and Nan and Paw) early so the kids would have something to play with. 

laughing --of course

 Taking a break

 Playing in her sand box


 Summer's new house



They tried to take a nap together



Pals for life

We wore this little guy out!!!!!

 

Check back this week for Summer's birthday post and Luke's 10 month post!!!!!

New Pictures

My babies are growing up too fast. 

 I took them outside on Sunday and tried to get some pictures. 

I wanted to order a canvas (from Canvas People) of each child and update the header for my blog. Austin was the hardest of course but I was able to catch a few cute shots. 

Playing Outside

We have been spending our evenings and weekends playing outside. 

The weather has been so nice. More pics to come....

 

9 Months!

Yesterday Luke turned 9 months.  He went to the doctor and weighs 19lbs.  The doctor said he is going to be tall and skinny!  Last Wednesday he took three steps and is taking more everyday. He still loves to be held all the time. He loves to eat every snack Gerber makes but does not enjoy baby food.   He can wave, clap and say dada.  I am working on mama.  

Did you notcie he got a haircut?

Summer and the Mail

Summer loves checking the mail everyday.  She goes through it with me and looks at the magazines.  I knew Nanny and Poppy had sent her a Valentine's package so I had to document the trip to the mailbox in pictures.  She was so excited to finally get something in the mail just for her!

Thank you Nanny and Poppy!!!!!!

Cute Picture of Luke and Rudy



For Precious Maddie

Kellie asked on the day Maddie was laid to rest if you would put a big bow on your daughter to remember and honor Maddie.  When I told Summer she was so excited and loved the idea.  She was also quick to remind me that she did not have any bows as big as Maddie's.  A loving parent from my school was nice enough to make one for Summer.  Last night Summer slept in her bow--she told me she had to keep it on the whole day.  So this morning when she woke up she ask if I would take out her Maddie bow.  (tears)

This has been a hard week for everyone but I am so glad Kellie and James can find peace knowing that their sweet little girl is in heaven. 

Please continue to lift them up in your prayers.

 

Prayers Needed for A Friend

Can you please lift up my friend Kellie in your prayers?

Her four month old daughter Madison passed away yesterday unexpectedly.

Prayer Requests

- for comfort and peace for Kellie and her husband James
-for the babysitter who was watching Madison at the time

-for all the family including Madison's Mimi

-for the students/staff at my school where both Kellie and her mom are teachers

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted  Matthew 5.4