Mickums!

Aiden is so excited about the snow :o) Phil is not as enthused! Thank goodness for a neighbor who has a snow blade attachment for his 4-wheeler. Paul (our next door neighbor, and old class mate of Phil's) did such a favor for us - plowed our driveway on Christmas day. We have drifts on the sides of our house that are 4 or 5 feet tall. All Aiden wants to do is go outside "Cold....Brrrr" he says! He also loves his hat and mickums :o) We even let him push a shovel around for a few minutes in the drive way -- a huge fit was thrown when I made him come inside.

We had such a nice time on Christmas day - much more fun when you have kids, I think. I loved seeing the excitement on his face when each new gift received. I am so thankful for our family. Having our 2 little boys is the greatest gift.

We have a very busy upcoming week, and hope all of our friends and family members are having a very happy holiday.

Hit With A TON Of Bricks -

So, Phil & I watched the season finale of Dexter on Monday - And I can't get the last 5 minutes out of my head....And not in a good way! I feel like I need therapy after those agonizing final moments. And all I can say, is that I can't wait for the next season!

After not taking the boys out of the house in over a week (because of the cold) today was warmer - so we ran some errands. Boy were they the least cooperative - I have never had such an issue venturing out by myself with 2 kids under 2. Aiden would start acting up and just as he would calm down Graham would start. YIKES - Those poor people doing their shopping didn't know what hit them :o) Yep, it was my unruly babies! I have never been so wiped out just going to a few places.

We are having some family photos taken in 2 days - I can't wait to have pictures of Graham on our walls! I sure hope it is an easy process - I guess we will see. One thing is for sure, they are bound to be the cutest pictures ever!

Chomping At The Bit

Tonight can't come fast enough! Yes, it is always nice when Phil walks in the door after a long day at work -- But I wish he was home now! The Dexter season finale was last night and we didn't get a chance to watch it.....Sure I could sucome to that need to know feeling in my brain - but watching it with Phil is much better :o) So, there are only 8 more hours until (what will be undoubtedly be) the best episode of the season!

This weekend we did a lot of relaxing - we played cards a few times, all of which I lost....Not fun - what will be fun? When I can start kicking butt again. (Even though I know it's just luck of the draw)- That's funny: every time I am a big fat loser at cards I say that....But when I win, it's because I have some great strategy that you don't know :o)

This coming Friday Phil & I have a Feliz Navidad party....You know you have single friends when their party doesn't start til 9:00pm -- and No, we aren't still in college! On the plus side, Aiden will be in bed sleeping by the time my M-I-L gets here to watch the baby. I am betting if he is put in the swing, he too will sleep the whole time. We won't be out too late - 11:30 tops, because as all you parents know: toddlers and babies don't care how late you went to bed! They are going to be up at the butt-crack of dawn to rub in your face that the tequila you had after 3 cervezas was not such a good idea.

Not that I will be drinking tequila.

My Jingle Bells Are On!

Phil and I got to get out of the house over the weekend without the boys. IT WAS SO FUN! Now, I love being at home with my babies -- But boy oh boy did Mommy need to get out of the house :o)

We went down to the Old Market and had dinner at Blue. I love sushi! I haven't had it since before I got pregnant with Graham. It was so yummy, and definitely filled my craving for it. We also met up with some old friends we used to hang out with when we all lived in Lincoln. It was so nice seeing everyone and getting to be Lyndi - and not mommy.

We put up our tree this weekend, and while it isn't the best tree I have ever done Aiden seems to love it. It has glossy and matte bulbs - gold and red. White ribbons with gold edging tied into bows - and a choo-choo train for my train fanatic. We have watched a few Christmas movies, but we haven't seen my favorite yet. Sure we have seen some really good ones.....But I am saving It's A Wonderful Life for a little later -- Why? You ask..... Because I cry like a BABY with that movie. Not at one part, or a few scenes. I cry at least (and I mean AT LEAST) 10 times. I must admit though.....George Bailey is one sweet guy - He lassos the moon :o)

It snowed a boat load today. I even shoveled the whole deck & 1/2 of the driveway while the boys were napping. Not to mention my other Stay At Home Mom duties like dishes & laundry. That's right -- Philip hit the jackpot :o)

But I did too!

December!

Only 1 more month of 2009 :o) This year has gone so quick!!! I am looking forward to what 2010 offers us, and hoping our health is as good as it was this year (minus getting pregnant!)

We just got back from Colorado - We spent Thanksgiving with my Mom's side, and really enjoyed being there. The weather was beautiful as usual, we had fantastic food on Thursday -- thanks to my Aunt & Uncle. Our football team won (which was no surprise), and Aiden and Graham both did really well driving there & back.

I can't help but think how lucky and blessed I am to be able to go on a trip to be with family. We had a very nice time staying at my grandparent's house -- Aiden played outside, we took him to the train museum (he went totally crazy for it!), and spent a lot of time talking. I was sad to leave, but am glad to be home where we have baby gates :o)

The hardest part about coming home has been getting unpacked and everything put away - I should have done it yesterday, but no such luck! We spent the day getting caught up on other things. My plan is to run some errands today, and then spend whatever time I can when Aiden naps getting things put away. We will see if that actually happens though :o)

We plan on putting up our Christmas Tree this weekend -- last year A was scared of it.....Something tells me it wont be like that this year :o) I am getting excited for Christmas, and can't wait to take pictures of my boys!