We Survived the Holidays!!

Well, I am glad to say we survived the holidays. Although Christmas has ALWAYS been my favorite time of year, it is also the most stressful time of year as well. With all the social gatherings, family get-togethers, shopping frenzies, driving MANY MANY hours to see family and friends, and general holiday stress, it can become somewhat daunting! However, we journeyed to my parent's home both on Thanksgiving and Christmas and both trips were safe and fairly un-eventful (Thanks be to God!)... All I can say is Car DVD Players are AWESOME!!!! I don't see how I (as a child) survived long car rides without them)...

Lucas had a wonderful time at my parent's house playing non-stop with his PawPaw, MawMaw, Uncle, Aunt, and cousins. He is greatly loved, and we are grateful. Santa was VERY good to all of us, especially to Lucas! His favorite toy from Santa was his GeoTrax Train, which he plays with NON stop! He also received MORE CARS THAN WE CAN COUNT as well as a Cars Racetrack, which he loves! We have already had to replace the batteries on it once--a true sign!! We are looking forward to this new year. 2007 has been a challenging, yet rewarding year, but we are looking forward to the many adventures that 2008 will bring!

Happy New Year!!

Visiting Santa Claus

Well, we finally did it! We made the pilgrimmage to see good Old St. Nick at the infamous mall! Lucas did so great with Santa. We had to wait in line for 45 minutes, however, luckily I had the forethought to bring a juice box and fish crackers! When his turn came, he went right to Santa, sat in his lap, laughed and smiled, and told Santa he wanted a train for Christmas! The only time he got upset was when he had to leave! What a cutie! We are traveling to my parent's home for the holidays. Hopefully Lucas will travel easily! We have many DVD's for viewing, so hopefully all will go well!! Happy Holidays to everyone!!

LUCAS IS TWO YEARS OLD!

Well, it has finally happened. Our boy turned two years old this past week! Wow, the last two years have been a whirlwind! I have learned so much and yet feel so often as if I know nothing at all about motherhood. It is a perpetual cycle of new beginnings for us as parents--and yet I wouldn't trade any of it. We have Lucas's birthday party at the Children's Museum of Atlanta, which is an AMAZING place for children. We had cake (CARS Movie cake of course) and did a few activities in the party room before heading out into the museum for much fun! There were a variety of activities and play areas, but I believe by far the most popular activity was the Water Table! Luckily was was 78 degrees outside, so we didn't have to worry too much about them getting too cold! What a great time everyone had! I feel so blessed to have such dear friends who came to share Lucas's special day with him. My cup runneth over--boy, does it ever!!