Proud Momma

Lately we have been enjoying what sunny days we can get. It's been a treat in between all the rainy days. Lil Peanut is in full spring action exploring the backyard and catching bugs. We have been working with him on riding his bike. The Spidey bike is ready for his attention this summer. This proud momma is excited to say he can pedal by himself and can go a pretty long stretch without getting tired. I'll never forget how dang excited he was. He just repeating how proud he was of himself while jumping up and down with a big grin. Truly a memory I'll never forget. Being his momma is the best ;)

Just one day at a time

It really is March already. Unbelievable. I am loving the warmer weather, and summer just around the corner, and with that comes Baby #2. Yes thats right we are expecting Baby McCarty in August and couldn't be more excited :) This week I am officially half way there at 20 Weeks and really starting to show it. Positive this is a huge reason why I've been so busy. From morning sickness and all day nausea, to placenta previa in the first trimester and light bed rest. Not to mention being a stay-at-home momma to Lil Peanut my days have been busy. Just one day at a time is how were handling the crazy busy life of getting ready for another Lil Peanut. 

Valentine DIY

I was going through my pictures to try and catch up the blog and I came across pictures I took of the fun valentines Lil Peanut and I made for his classmates. I thought I would share the project with y'all. I loved this idea because it wasn't sugar overload candy nor did I have to worry about food allergies.

Lil Peanut gave out a box of Crayolas. Everyone could enjoy them and it was very affordable. Here was the finished product! 

1. Get your supplies. Crayolas, construction paper, markers, scissors, ruler, and tape. 

2. I measured and cut the strips of construction paper to fit on the box where I wanted it. 

3. I had Lil Peanut tape the paper on to the boxes. 

4. I wrote the saying on each crayola box.

5. I had Lil Peanut color in the word "color" and hearts different colors. 

6. Most importantly have fun with it. And kiddo could help with this project. Just get creative!

Catch up of busy January!

This first month of 2015 has flown by! I officially will be better at more blog posts more often because as of this last week I am officially a Stay-at-home Momma! I'm so excited for this new chapter in life. I have so many things planned for Lil Peanut and I to do, and can ultimately feel my creative juices flow again. I plan on learning how to sew, taking a pottery class with my dad, and expanding my photography business. Here are just a few pics catch up from this month so far!

Helping with our bathroom remodel.

Love a messy room...it's a happy well-played kid.

Wasn't so happy being a scuba diver at the Whale exhibit.

So tired he fell asleep while pouting on the stairs.

First pony ride! Dr. Pepper the pony was very nice.

Date night at Clay Walker.

Sacked out. He's good at this.

Goofing around in my new stunna shades. 

Good ole superhero time. 

Decorating the tree and other Xmas shenanigans

We had a great time decorating our Charlie Brown tree this year. We couldn't find a slim scrawny tree this year at the lots, so we bought a cheap Walmart tree and cut a bunch of branches out to make it our own. I think it turned out pretty great! We also were lucky to catch the Parade of Lights in downtown. Lil Peanut had a blast! We ended the last few holiday weeks with a visit with Santa. Check out how excited he is! 

The Rest of October

Is it just me or did The Fall season fly by? I cannot believe how much fun we've had in the last month, I have been so busy I completely forgot to post about Halloween! So here's the catch up ;) enjoy!

 

Escaped from the Zoo.

 

Met Spidey, it was the highlight of his day.

 

Waiting in line for candy

 

Even Lil Pup participated ;)

 

Mimi and Lil Peanut monekying around.

 

The first year we get to carve pumpkins in our new house!

 

Our happy pumpkins

 

The team hard at work!

 

Mr. Bones in action

 

The Bones Family

 

Mr. Bones showing me some love.

 

Demonstrating some of his scary moves.

 

Rocket is in the house.

Pumpkin fun

We all had a great day at the pumpkin patch this past weekend. Some of the pumpkins were as big as Lil Peanut! He also held a deep and meaningful conversation with his new found buddy. Pictures speak for this ;) 

New family tradition

This last Sunday we raced as a new family in the Denver Race for the Cure. It was Ryan's first time, but Lil Peanut had been going to the race since he was in my belly ;) We had fun making shirts for the race the night before. Here see some great pics from our day.

Fun day at Devil's Backbone

Yesterday I took Lil Peanut hiking. It was such a beautiful Colorado day it only seem logical to get out and about. We went to Devil's Backbone Park, which isn't to far of a drive for us. I have to say I was impressed with how well this open space was cared for. Kudos to living in Northern Colorado ;) Lil Peanut was so excited to be the "leader" and I was one very proud momma for how well he did! We ended our nice lil hike with a picnic in the shade and deer sightings. Here are a few pics of the fun day trip.