Snow and more

Tonight Ethan joined Corey in shoveling the drive way. Ethan had a blast with his own shovel and cried when it was time to come in. According to the weather man we will have plenty to shovel again tomorrow!

Here are some pics of our last week. Ella is getting so strong and would love to sit up all the time but is not quite strong enough. Ella has also discovered her voice a little more this week and is squealing up a storm. The top left picture is Ethan wearing his Dad's hat and my shoes, what a funny boy! The top left Ethan desperately wanted to lay down with Ella and see what her crib was all about.

Fun New Photos

Ethan and Ella are growing like little weeds. We had well visits today and I was in shock by how much each of them has grown. Ethan weighed in at 27lb 9oz ( 40%, we are moving up), 37 1/2in long (100%). He is so very tall, Corey is excited about that. Ella was 12 lb 11 oz (20%) and 25 1/2 in long ( 85%). They are both healthy and growing perfectly.

Happy 2nd Birthday Ethan

These are some of my favorite pics from the last year.


Celebrating at Grandpa and Grandma Barnes' house. I loved my Elmo cake!

Birthday at home with Dad, Mom and Ella. Ethan loves his new Jeep Power Wheels. We are hoping he learns to steer and drive by spring time. He was so excited!

Celebrating at Aunt Amy's for Ethan and Colsons birthday. Ethan loved his soccer ball and new rocking chair.

Its hard to believe I am so far behind on my blogging. Corey moved the computer back upstairs from the basement where it has been since Ella was born. Since the basement is unfinished, it has been difficult to have both kids down there while blogging and keeping up to date on everything and everyone. So hopefully, this is a new start to stay more up to date:)!

Ethan turned 2 two weeks ago. Its hard to believe how fast the past year has gone and all the exciting things we have experienced. Ethan has grown up so much this past year in so many ways. Reflecting on this past year is amazing! A year ago we were just starting to walk, and now we can walk, run, jump and be a crazy little boy. Ethan is talking up a storm and repeats almost every word he hears. His imagination is taking off - he uses his blocks to build towers, houses, garages, rockets and trains. He loves the Moon and reads his Moon book everyday. Ethan also loves to sit and listen to us read him books. He has a new love for puzzles. He knows all of his shapes, almost all of his colors and is working on letters and numbers. It's so neat to see him soak up everything we teach him. Ethan was also very shy a year ago and is coming out of his shell. He also decided to grow some hair this year. Its funny to look back a year ago and see how bald he was. He has such a tender heart and a smile that lights up my world. I am so thankful for him and what a blessing to my life he is!

Family Pictures

Better late than never, right?!

Thanksgiving weekend we had Addi come on over for our first family picture as a family of four. Ethan had been battling a yucky cold but we needed to get our pictures taken. The first half was a little rough as Ethan looks so tired and miserable. However after the Tylenol kicked in he was a happy toddler. Addi got some great shots of both the kids. These pictures make my heart melt. Enjoy!

Christmas 2009

Christmas Eve we celebrated with my family at Amy's house this year. We enjoyed prime rib, ham and lots of other goodies. We had a special guest, Santa!!! The kids were amazed by Santa's arrival and it was fun to see there eyes light up. It was a great evening.

Christmas Morning our kids opened gifts at our house. Of course Ella needed help but she loved her new rattles and books. Ethan was awesome to watch. He ripped open the gifts and wanted to investigate each one before moving onto the next. What great memories we have made!

Christmas afternoon we headed over to Corey's family for the day. We had yummy ham, lasagna and lots of good sides. The kids had a great afternoon playing and enjoying the others company. During gift time the three youngest girls decided to nap- it was very sweet.

Sad to see 2009 come to an end but can not wait to see what God has instore for us in 2010!

Ella 3 month pictures

Last Saturday we ventured out despite lots of lake effect snow to get Ella's three month pictures taken. I think they turned out great and am surprised how different Ethan and Ella look. For the past few weeks I have thought they look alike but these pictures prove otherwise. There are some similarities but she has those cheeks that Ethan did not have. Gotta love that smile!

Ethan and Ella

Ethan loves his little sister. In the last few weeks he ask to hold her more and to kiss her. He is so helpful to me. I adore them and can not wait to see what God has in store for both of their lives. We have our crazy days but are settling into a new routine with Ella here. We are so excited for Christmas. I think Ethan is going to have a blast on Christmas morning.

Despite Ethan loving his sister he sometimes "forgets" she is RIGHT there. Here is a little look into our life.....