Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Oh What Fun!

Dearest Andrew,
We sure had a lot of fun this Christmas! We started off at Gramsey and Papa's and got to see Uncle Brent, Aunt Megan, Uncle Michael, Aunt Aimee, Uncle Stephen, Aunt Renee, Zane, and Sky (Grandad was sick, so we only got to peek at him :( ). We had a great time! Gramsey made a super yummy meal and you got to try a little. You sat in a high chair at the table like a big boy. Then we had presents, presents, presents! You got lots of toys and super cute clothes, and so many books! It was fun to see all you got, but at this age, you really didn't care. I bet next year you will. Gramsey got you a book that explains what Christmas really means, and Mommy can't wait to read that to you!
The next day we went to Uncle Keith and Aunt Amy's house and saw Grandma and Grandpa, Uncle Eric, Aunt Missy, and Emily. Aunt Amy also made a yummy meal (the turkey was really good!) and we had more presents, presents, presents! Boy kid, are you spoiled! Aunt Amy made you a Peter Rabbit needlepoint for your wall that I think took her forever to do! It is beautiful! We played bingo and exchanged gag gifts. We have some pretty funny pictures! :)
The next day we went to Mimi's and Pop's and got to see Uncle Stephen, Aunt Renee, Zane, and Sky again! Your Pop made the most gourmet yummy meal ever! I know he worked hard on it! We were blessed to have three wonderful meals this Christmas that people worked so hard on! You got to sit at the table again because Mimi went to the store and got three high chairs that fit onto regular chairs. Uncle Stevie put them all together and put them on the chairs. You, Zane, and Sky looked so cute in them! Then you'll never guess what happened after that? Yep, presents, presents, presents! You got even more toys, clothes, and books. You even got a gift from Great Grandma Hensley and your Uncle JJ. We really wish Uncle JJ could have been there, but he lives far away and it was very expensive to come. We will see him again soon!
All and all, it was a wonderful Christmas! You made out like a bandit! Hehe! We are so very blessed to have such wonderful family that surrounds us! You are one loved kiddo! Most importantly, we are thankful because God came down in the form of man as Jesus to save us from our sins. That is what Christmas is all about. You are too young to understand that now, but I pray you will always know what Christmas is really about. Santa, Christmas trees, and presents are super fun, but we are most thankful for our Savior! Merry Christmas my dear one!

Love,
Mommy

Saturday, December 17, 2011

A Month Gone By, But Oh SO Much Happened!

Dearest Andrew,
Well, it has been over a month since I have written on your blog! So much has happened! You started rolling over the day after you turned 5 months old, got your first tooth, sat up for the first time on your own (after Mommy propped you up), and were sick for the first time. You (and Mommy and Daddy) spent your 6 month birthday (which was yesterday) all sick in bed. You started out with an ear infection and then apparently got a stomach bug. Poor little guy! It was so hard for Mommy and Daddy to see you sick. You didn't really act sick, but you were throwing up and all the fun that comes with it. Then Mommy got it and as she was getting better, Daddy came down with it. Thankfully we are all over it now and getting ready for Christmas.
We had Auntie Chrissy (one of Mommy's best friends) take your photo for our Christmas card this year. She did a fabulous job and got the cutest picture of you under the tree. Mommy had a sweet little card made to send out to all of our friends and family. You are truly the cutest subject! :)
I need to finish getting our Christmas cards out, but I had to take a moment and update your blog. You can see our Christmas card up above. You are just precious. I love how much you are always laughing and smiling. You are such a happy baby and that is one of the many, many things Mommy loves about you!
I love you little buddy! Thanks for making every single day the best there is!

Love,
Mommy