The boys' new room

In July, we moved the boys in to one room together to prepare for the new baby's arrival in October. To help with this transition, we re-decorated the room so it was new for both of them. Here are the pics. We're pretty pleased with it! Now, we just have to get motivated to work on the nursery.

Dawson's Birthday at Chuck-e-Cheese

We celebrated Dawson's birthday with a trip to Chuck-e-Cheese. We paid the extra to have Chuck-e bring the cake and sing "Happy Birthday." It was extra-special. He wasn't too sure of him at first but then warmed up a bit. Thanks for all the birthday wishes!

New Mom Gadget

Recently I purchased 2 dripstiks. Have you seen these? Here Dawson is holding the blue one and Caiden has a green one. On one end is a notch to hold a popsicle stick and the other end holds the cone of an ice cream cone. Then, there is a small edge around each end to catch all of your child's drips. They are amazing and I just had to share this with you. Here's another tip...I just saw them being sold at Walmart in the freezer section for $2.00. That's a lot better deal than I paid. They work really well in the car.

Our trip to Holiday World

We went to Holiday World in Santa Claus, Indiana in July. Its a great amusement park. They have a regular amusement park and a water park that is included in the days' admission. I didn't take any photos at the water park, though. The boys loved it. Papa and Grammie joined us. Caiden is already asking when we can go again.

Happy #3 Birthday Dawson!

Your entry in to this world was routine but little did we know that our life would be anything but when you came along. You've brightened our world in more ways than one.

You have a kooky, fun, loving, sweet, all-boy side of you that comes out just about every minute of the day.

You are definately a momma's boy that keeps me hopping but you love your daddy and brother very much too.

We're crazy about you and can't wait to see what God has in store for your life. We know its going to be something awesome with the spunky, spontaneous personality that He's given you.

We love you, precious boy. Happy #3 Birthday!

Love, Daddy, Mommy and Big Bro Caiden

Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it. Proverbs 22:6