Easter 2013

Our Easter this year was pretty low key. We like to visit family over the holiday, but this year due to Caleb's work schedule we stayed close to home. I had been researching fun things we could do together, and I found out about an huge Easter Egg hunt held in Airdrie every year by a local church.

We suited up to go Sunday morning, and it really was huge! There were tons of people there, lots of volunteers, music, bouncy houses, free hot chocolate and donughts. It was impressive!

They had two separate egg hunt areas, one for older kids, and one for the little ones which was nice. It wasn't so much of a hunt, as volunteers running around throwing handfuls of eggs on the ground. Then all the kids would swarm, and grab them up. We had to help Lucas a lot but he got the hang of it really quickly! He was a lot slower than most of the older kids, but managed to get quite a few eggs in his basket. He had a super fun time. It was adorable, and so fun to watch him! He was not happy at all when we left.

We came home, and let Lucas open his Easter basket.
He got a bunch of food pouches. (which he still loves!)

Play-dough

And some little wind up toys which were a hit.

I love this picture of him!

Then we all got ready for church and took some pictures.

So the funny thing about his Easter outfit, is I bought it for him last year! Ha. My mother in law bought him an outfit last year too and I didn't know about it so he wore that one instead. He was such a huge baby and growing out of things so fast I got him 12 to 18 month clothes...and they fit him perfectly this year. His weight gain has slowed down a bit. :) I miss my fat baby though!

Love my happy boy!

We had a fantastic quiet Easter together. I couldn't ask for anything more than spending it with my two favorite boys.

Christmas 2012: Part Two

Christmas morning was amazing. I think we all slept in until 9, including Lucas. The perks of having an "adult" Christmas. Caleb's two older sister spent their Christmas together so that left the rest of us adults and Lucas. Lucas didn't complain about all the attention he got. He was sure loved.

We opened out stockings, which is my favorite part of Christmas morning. Lucas was mostly entertained by the oranges.

But he also got some other goodies. Which included some little cars, books, a puzzle, pj's, and these cute crayons.

Sharing his new book with Uncle Zach.

Our little family Christmas morning. My T shirt isn't in the shot which is a shame! Caleb and I exchanged PJ's the night before and with mine came a custom made t-shirt. It has a breastfeeding symbol on it and says Eat Local. Perfect gift for a lactavist. :) It was really so sweet, and he said he wanted to give me something to commemorate my hard work and dedication. I have the greatest husband ever.

We lounged the rest of the day, and then got everything ready for dinner. Everything was delicious!

 We had a fantastic Christmas spend with those that we love! And Kyle.....hahaha.

Christmas 2012 Part One

Caleb and I swap years for Christmas. One year is with mine, the next with his. But we always try to make it to see both families over the holidays. I don't know how long we'll be able to keep it up. It's getting a little hectic! Since this year was our year in Vernon we headed to Lethbridge before Christmas to see my family. I weirdly only have these two pictures to document it.

Even though we are lacking pictures it was good to be able to see my family even though it wasn't my year. 

We usually fly to Vernon since we still have westjet perks, and I absolutely hate the drive in the winter. But getting closer to Christmas we discovered that all the flights were sold out. Our decision was made for us and we geared up to drive. I was really worried how Lucas would do and kept telling Caleb that I thought we should buy a portable DVD player. I packed up a big bag of toys and food, and I was pleasantly surprised. Lucas did amazing. He was awake for a big portion of the trip and didn't fuss very much at all. I felt like crying for a lot of it...have I mentioned that the drive freaks me out!! But we eventually made it to Vernon safe and sound.

We set up a playdate with Megan and Andrew and our little friend Harper. It was good to catch up with friends! 

Lucas and his cousin Oliver. I think that when these two get older they will be great friends and get into all kinds of trouble together. :) 

Lucas enjoyed Grandma's piano very much. A little Beethoven.

We played a lot of games during our time there! I am usually not much of a games person, but I forced myself to participate this year and I'm glad I did. I had a lot of fun. So did Lucas.

Christmas eve we played games, ate tons and tons of food, and waited for Santa to arrive with a special delivery. Knowing how much Lucas likes Santa, I was a little worried for him.

He was hesitant to say the least. Just stared and stared at Santa.

He was put on Santa's lap and that's when the tears began. He was one unhappy guy!!

Santa's bell couldn't even distract him.

Santa's peace offering of a present still didn't calm him down. Poor guy!

Dad eventually came to the rescue. :)

He was then pleasantly surprised with his new monkey sock PJ's.

It was time for bed, so he read a Christmas story with Dad and was tucked in by Mom. He probably had nightmares of Santa that night! The adults stayed up for some more food and game playing!