She's so talented!

I just have to brag on my Nana a little bit. She is super talented when it comes to making floral arrangements, wreaths, and plenty of other things. She made this new feather boa wreath for Leila's bedroom door and we LOVE it! It is precious and we really appreciate it. Nana, you are the best! In fact, all of Leila's grandmas do a wonderful job spoiling her and making her feel like a princess!

A Little Bit of Everything

I should be preparing for the possible ice storm headed our way but I am blogging instead. I have made the trip to the grocery store, but I haven't pulled out our flashlights for possible power outages. I hope the power stays on, but I wouldn't mind an extra day with these two wacky kids! Here are a few pics of Leila and her crazy hair when she wakes up, Asher helping with the laundry, and Leila forcing her hugs and kisses on Asher. I hope all of you stay safe in the weather....and stay warm!

Let us hold you longer

I am feeling sad for the times that have slipped by so quickly. It seems like yesterday that we were blessed with a baby boy. I couldn't sleep the night he was born b/c I just wanted to stare at his beautiful face. Shortly after, we were blessed again with a baby girl. So, the nursery went from green and blue to pink and brown in a blink of an eye. Asher was a harder newborn than Leila and we were exhausted. Still, what I wouldn't give to go back and just have a night to rock him again. I think I might just rock him all night long. I think that I do take more time to enjoy those rocking chair moments with Leila....I know from experience how fast this will pass. I snuggle her in and kiss her baby head and listen to her breathe. Each night, I rock for quite a while after she has fallen asleep to enjoy this special time with my baby. She is becoming more toddlerish and less babyish each day. It's amazing and beautiful and sad how quickly babies become toddlers! I just hope that I am soaking it all in enough to remember it forever. From Asher singing himself to sleep each night and Leila with fist fulls of my hair...I don't want to forget even the tiniest detail.

Old as Dirt

Somedays, after chasing kids in circles all day or working when I have had 2-3 hours of sleep the night prior, I feel old! Sometimes, it is the gray hairs, the crow's feet next to my eyes that show up in pictures, or the way my love for sweets is showing up around my midsection (Seriously, I have some pudge going on!) that reminds me I am getting older. And sometimes, it's my sweet little son that reminds me. Last night, this was our conversation in the car:
Asher: Mommy, am I going to be 2 on my birthday?
Me: No, you will be 3.
Asher: I don't want to be 3, I want to be 2!
Me: Why?
Asher: B/c I don't want to get old...(Pause)...I don't want to be old like y'all.
Me: (Silence and Shock!)....Gee thanks!
Hey, kids are honest. Today, I touched Asher and he informed me that my hands were crusty. I guess I better get to using that Rx creme for dry hands that the doctor prescribed, b/c as a hygienist (and mother) you have to wash your hands a million times a day, resulting in dry skin! Today, we had pizza with Nanny and Nana. We bought Leila a super fun hat! Then, we went to dinner at Gigi and Pop's house. Leila ran into a door frame and has bruised her head (Again!), and she wanted to hold the ice pack by herself! It was a good Saturday.

An unusual week

This has been an unusual week! Both kids have been totally healthy! I hope that continues!!!! And, Asher AND Leila stayed the night with my mom and my grandma this week. Leila actually told me "no" and "bye-bye" when I picked her up to take her home. It was a first. She is such a momma's girl and I'm not sure that I liked the change. Anyways, they had a blast and I am glad they are so loved. Last night, we ate dinner at Olive Garden with mom and dad, and Leila tore up the salad. Way to go Little Lee!

Go Pointers!

Last night, we took the kids to the basketball game. Leila wasn't interested in the boys playing....she was interested in the cheerleaders and dance team. That's my girl! When she couldn't see the dancers/cheerleaders, she just people watched. Asher was interested in the game and insisted that he could dribble just like they could. (Maybe someday) He did like the rolling advertisements on the announcer table. He yelled, "There's old mcdonalds!" when the table showed the golden arches symbol. Then, he told us that the advertisement for the local chevrolet place with the chevrolet emblem was like Nanny and Papa's truck. He's a little smarty! He was so excited to stay with Nanny and Papa last night and told us every turn to take (correctly!) from about 1 1/2 away. He's growing up way too fast! Today, I picked the kids up from Nanny's and we had a Paul's Bakery stop and a trip to the mall for some play time and shopping. We have needed an outing b/c the kids have both been pretty sick last week and this week. They both have finished antibiotics and we are hoping they stay well. I know that I sure don't want another week like this one with NO sleep! This week was difficult and reminded me of newborn baby days.

Happy New Year!

For those of you who know me, I don't make new year's resolutions. However, my prayer for 2009 is that we have as many (or more!) happy times and blessings as we did in 2008. What a great year we had! We truly felt God working in our lives. We wish the same blessings for all of you! So, off we go to eat our black-eyed peas, greens, and hog jowl!