Garret's favorite photos.

So I know that those of you who see these pictures will wonder why I have posted them.  The answer is simple, I took these pictures with Garret and Grace and the three of us laughed harder about these pictures than we have in a long time.  Gracie really wasn't wanting to be in the pictures but trust me when I tell you she is right there with little man and I.  Annie had no desire to be in pictures tonight so that is why you dont see her.

So here is an update.....  Annie is sick, high temp and strept throat sick.  I feel bad that she has been sick this week but it is better this week than next week.  Gracie is her usual happy self.  She has learned a new trick at Nana's house.  Grace can officially climb in and out of cribs at her will.  SCARRY!  Garret is doing very well.  He is still having difficulty with his nose and breathing and he surgery is set for Jan. 16th.  I am doing ok too.  Work is stressful yet rewarding (most days).

Enjoy the pictures!

Sunday December 14, 2008

So it is cold in Colorado today.  8 degrees at my house right now and snowing.  The snow isn't heavy and it's not accumulating at all.  I actually think it is too cold for a good snow storm today.  The dogs don't even want to go outside!  I hope all is well with everyone and for those traveling for Christmas, please be safe.  I'm really looking forward to Christmas this year.  Gretchen is coming into town as well as Annie's cousin and his son.  Most of all I can't wait to watch the kids.  Garret is so excited he can hardly stand it.  He keeps asking if Christmas is tomorrow and doesn't understand why he cant get presents today.  Little Gracie will absolutely love opening presents and will be fun to watch.  Annie and I are even going to my Christmas party up in Denver next saturday and although I don't like the thought about being away from the kids, it will be nice to have a night with just my wife!

So just an update on Garret's surgery....  His Dr. canceled the appointment for today as she had a family emergency.  We have not been given a new date that works, i'll keep everyone updated. 

Christmas parade

Parades!  Good time for kids, fun for adults.  Last night was the Colorado Springs Parade of Lights.  I hadn't been to this parade since I was a kid myself and watching the parade brought back memories.  I can only hope that Garret and Grace will also remember times like this when they are older.

It wasn't too cold at the parade but Gracie kept taking off her gloves and hat.  She loved the parade and screamed and clapped for the floats.

These are pictures of Garret and Grace in the car on the way to the parade.  Garret "stole" my hat and wanted to wear it in the car.  The look of pride on his face while wearing my hat made me smile and realize how lucky I am to share times like this with my family.

Attitude doesn't begin to describe this little girl.  She has me wrapped around her little finger and I am trying to break free from this, however, I can't.  I admit I give in to her more than I should, but she is just so cute!  My little baby doll!

Garret is having "surgery" this friday to have his adenoids removed.  We are hoping that this procedure will help him sleep better and not have nose issues anymore! 

Little man turns 4!!!!

December third 2004 was the most single influential day of my life!  It was the day I became a father, the day I held an infant in my hands knowing that he was a gift to Annie and I and we were responsible for him.  My life is more full because of my children and I love them both dearly.  Garret turned 4 this past week and it was a struggle for me.  I stayed home with the kids for three days while Annie worked.  MAY GOD BLESS ALL STAY AT HOME PARENTS AND THOSE WHO WATCH CHILDREN DAILY.  My lovely children drove me up a wall, especially Garret.  

So bright and early on Garret's birthday he woke up and wanted to open his gifts.  Prior to his birthday Garret said, "Daddy, I don't want any underwear for my birthday."  So you can imagine what I bought him, and I made him open up the underwear first!  Then I made him pose for this picture before he could open toy's!  Maybe I was asking for trouble after doing this to him, but I laughed!

It has been said that you can see the soul of a person through their eyes.  In this picture of Garret's eye I see the soul of a kid full of life and love.  I am proud of my son and the type of person he is growing up to be.  Love ya Garret!

Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving was great this year.  No food fights, not too much yelling or screaming and good times with family!  The kids are growing way to quickly for my taste but I cant wait till they are older.  Ah, the days of no more diapers and no more potty training.  These are the things my dreams are made of!

Garret loves school and is a complete ham during plays.  At the halloween play he laid down.  At the Thanksgiving play he sang louder than anyone else and was his normal ACTIVE self.

COR TURNS 2!!!!!!

LOL

We love our cousin/nephew Cor!  He is now two years old and full of life.  This little man is growing fast and it is great to watch him play with Garret and Grace!

Bekah and Dave, remember when you painted Garret's finger nails?  Remember how much I didn't like it?  Remember your trip to Mexico recently and how I watched Cor for a little bit of time?

So Sorry Cor for posting this picture, but you didn't really care much about anything other than McQueen!