My Christopher

People tell you everything changes once you get married and yes they were right. It just gets better and better. I married Christopher two years ago on August 2nd. What a wonderful day! I am not poetic to say the least but I wanted to share how this one man has changed my life.

He is everything I have ever wanted and so much more. Together we are making this journey called life. It was his voice I waited so eagerly to hear on the phone when we were dating and it was his voice that whispered "I do" on our wedding day. It was his voice choked with tears that told me our son was here and it is his voice I get to wake up to every morning. I could not ask for anything more. With Christopher I am complete, I am safe, and above all I am loved for me-and me alone.

So to you Christopher I say this,
I love you in so may ways and for so many reasons...because you know me and understand me like no one else ever could. I love you because you believe in my dreams and care about my feelings, you make me laugh so hard and smile so often, I love you because you have a way of bringing out the very best in me. I love you for being the father of my children. I LOVE YOU in so many ways and for so many reasons, but mostly because you are my very best friend.
Happy Anniversary Honey!
Love,
Katie

Wedding Bliss

Beautiful Waterfall

Us with the Hawaiian Hotties!

More..

Yesterday we had a playdate at Tots Town. Conan had a good time playing with his little friends. He is so close to being a true "walker" and I can't wait.
He is completely weaned and sleeping through the night-thank goodness. I think everyone is feeling better with uninterrupted sleep.
We are off to Stillwater tomorrow to pick up Taylor and then on to Tulsa for a wedding.

Mom is coming on Tuesday for a visit and we are excited to see her.

First Steps...of many

Conan took his first steps yesterday!! Actually he took 4 of them. I was so surprised and happy. It was a good thing it was only me and Conan or people would have thought I was crazy. While I am super happy I know now that life is about to get ever more busier as this little guy starts to explore.

Thank you Nana for my 1st Micky Mouse shirt. I love it!

We talked to Taylor last night. They had spent the day in our nations capital and got to see a whole bunch of cool things. She was so excited and said, "I had lots of first today, 1st subway ride, 1st cab drive, 1st time in DC, she was so cute! I wish I could have been there. I miss her and am looking forward to her coming home. Besides, we get to go back to school shopping. I think I like new school supplies as much as Taylor. Nothing like a new box of crayons kwim.

Chris and I have enjoyed our week to ourselves. Cassy was out of town and with Taylor gone it was like a party! It is nice not to have to worry about people so much, but I still like it when everyone is home.

We went to Stillwater this weekend to help Chris' brother move to Tulsa. We also had to drop Cole off so he and Taylor and Granny could go to Pennsylvania. It was a fast trip but it was nice to see Taylor after two weeks. She will be gone for another two weeks. This is longest she has ever been gone. I know they will have a blast in Granny's new Envoy! I am so happy for her.

The Next Chapter

Conan's cold is starting to go away and I think he is starting to feel a little better.

Yesterday was our first official day of weaning. I did not nurse him at all during the day and only once last night. He took milk from a sippy cup for Chris last night while I was at bunko and ate a big dinner. I have loved our special bonding time but feel like I am ready to move on. Conan is a big boy and eats alot...which means every two hours. Yikes, I feel like a milk truck. It had been a wonderful experience for me and I believe it was the best thing for him. Now hopefully we can ALL get some much needed, consistant sleep. I was so not prepared for the no-sleep part of having kids. What can I say, I like to sleep!

Ready for 7th grade

By By to 6th grade hello to 7th. I would say this first year of middle school was for sure a learning experience, it did not come without some tears and struggles but hopefully her and I both learned a few things and now we can start 7th grade all fresh.

Being 12 is not easy...Taylor has taught me the value of patients, uh at least the start.

Hang in there girl we still have a bummpy ride ahead of us, but thanks for letting me be apart of your life...everyday.

Love ya, Mamma Kate

July 12th

Here is Taylor's Soccer team, The
Lady Sharks. They won 1st place in the McKinney Soccer Tournament.

It was really, really hot that weekend and thankfully my mom and sister watched the baby so he did not fry!

We are all signed up for next year and Tyalor will get to play on the same team with the same girls. We really like the coach and we think he did a good job this season. Taylor made huge improvements this year and we are excited to see her get even better.

Cabbage Patch Kid!

Whoa..does my kid look like a cabbage patch kid or what?

He actually took a step from one toy to the other yesterday. My baby is getting so big. It is nice now that he is somewhat mobile he can entertain himself for longer periods of time, i just have to sweep more and vacuum ALL THE TIME!

Taylor called from Granny's house and she is doing good. She talked to Conan and he likes it, he tries to kiss the phone. He can be so noisy and then the minuet you hold the phone up to his ears..nothing, not even a peep. He never does his "tricks" when I want him to.

He woke up today with a runny noise...compliments of Rylee-kate. I guess his immune system with be nice and established by the time he has to go to school.

Messy Little Guy!

Two minuets at the computer and look what I get!
Conan had a grand ol' time playing with the trash. He was so proud of the mess he made when I turned around all he could do was grin.
It is hard to be upset with someone so cute. Now that is is crawling I notice EVERYTHING on the floor and can't believe how dirty things get so quickly.

Conan has this great interest with the dining room chairs which he rearranges anytime he is in the kitchen. O-well keeps him busy and happy and I get a few minuets to get something done. I know one day I will look back and laugh at all this and wish it hadn't gone by so quickly.

Birthday Cake and Stuff

Cole made my birthday cake. It's me! with red hair. It was a very special cake.


I took this picture myself....you can tell.

Busy..Busy...Busy..

Whew! Life is so busy!
Conan is a crawling/walking/stumbling machine. I can really tell the difference in how boys play and how girls play. I mean the kid has to knock it over, roll it around and if it doesn't have wheels forget it. He is changing and learning new things so quickly.

This picture is so special. When his great Papa and Gramma came for a visit Conan couldn't get enough of Papa's hat. We are so glad that they were able to make it up here for a visit.

Taylor is having a great time with Granny. I know she is going to come home all spoiled. Thanks Granny for letting her stay with you:)

Sweet Birthday Wishes!

Yesterday I turned 25. It wasn't so bad.
Christopher woke me up with a wispered, "happy birthday"
He signed us up for couples swing dance lessons and gave me chocolates and perfume. I am one lucky lady. He is very sweet and always put so much thought into his gifts.
Conan gave me a wonderful present. I was sitting in the bathroon talking to Chris and Conan crawled up to me, stood up and wrapped his chubby little arms around my neck and gave me a slobbery kiss! I was in Mommy Heaven. It amazes me how once you become something different (like a mother) everything else changes. That sweet kiss made me feel so special.

Taylor called from Granny's house to wish me happy birthday and Kendie and Joe sang me the song.

All-in-all it was a great day!!

The start of something fun...I think?

So I have to keep up with this writing stuff?
Today is the day before I turn 25.
I have a wonderful husband and two great kids, so why am I dreading it so much?
O-well nothing I can do about it now except enjoy it!

Conan turned 8 months yesterday on the forth. I can't believe how fast it has gone by. I told Cassy the other day that Conan looks like a different kid to me. He is no longer my little baby. Not like he was ever "little" but you know what I mean.

Taylor is spending 2 weeks with granny and then she is taking her to Pennsylvania for 2 weeks. Chris and I will not see her for a month. I will enjoy the quiet for a little while, but a month is a long time.

Thanks Cassy for showing me this!