:: They're Having a BABY!! ::

Congratulations Niki and Jason!! Josh and I got a call on Saturday, from Josh's older sister Niki. And she had such exciting news... she's pregnant!! Woohoo!! We are just SO excited for them and thrilled to be an Uncle and Auntie again, looks like at the beginning of May, 2009. Jason and Niki are such wonderful people - they love the Lord with all their hearts, they are generous, kind and FUN!! As many have already said, they will make the most wonderful parents :) And let me tell you, this wee one has two VERY excited grandmas!!

I can't wait to have a new baby in the family, there's nothing better than that!! A little one to snuggle and love :) Josh and I are so happy for Jay and Nik and blessed to be there with them as they prepare to welcome their first little one into this world. CONGRATS!!

:: Niki and Jason on their wedding day, May 2007 ::

!! Happy 1st Birthday Colton !!

On Sunday, September 28 we celebrated Colton's FIRST birthday! He is the first child to my younger sister Krista and her husband Jeff - Fourth out of Five nephews for Josh and I! Colton is such a pleasure, such a happy little guy full of giggles and smiles. He just started crawling in his own unique way and is pretty quick now at getting around on his own! He says about 19 words and can get his point across quite clearly :) The party was held at my parents' house and was a "Cowboy" theme. Such fun! We all dressed up with cowboy hats, plaid shirts, bandanas... it was a blast. K&J even got some bales of hay and tons of decorations! The sun shone and we all got to hang out outside while enjoying some burgers, hot dogs, chili and of course - cake and presents!! Colton was blessed with many great gifts and tons of love. We are so lucky to be part of a wonderful family and it's always a ton of fun hanging out with all of them, as well as friends of Colton's.

:: The Birthday Boy!! ::

:: Check out his cute boots :) ::

:: The proud Mommy and Daddy ::

:: Cowgirl Auntie ::

:: Great Grandma and Grandpa Eddy, all dressed up! ::

:: Daddy and son ::

:: Cuddling with a new teddy bear ::

:: First Cake! Made by Auntie Lisa ::

:: Colton was more interested in cuddling the cake than eating it! Cutie ::

:: Sisters! And Corban :) ::

Date Night with Brandon

Last night Josh and I got to take our nephew Brandon out on a "date" with just him. We love getting together with our little guys and it's so nice to have special time one-on-one with them. Brandon is Lisa and Wes' middle son and will be four on September 10! He is such a joy, this little guy has more energy than anyone I know! He was telling us about his day... he had swimming lessons then helped his Dad at work, seeding the lawn, raking, etc. As he put it "I worked so hard and didn't even get lunch!" Such a funny little guy. Everything Brandon does he does at 150% - he is very passionate and determined. Makes life interesting sometimes :) He has a fantastic memory and doesn't miss a thing that is said or done around him. He is ultra-talented with his sports and loves them all. He adds to much to all our lives and we are so blessed by him! And in addition to all that, he is just so adorable!! :) What can I say, I'm an Auntie who is in love with her nephews!!

:: On our way out for dinner at McDonald's - the one with the PlayPlace of course! ::

:: I told you he was adorable! ::

:: At the park climbing away ::

:: After dropping Brandon off we stopped at my Mom's and two of our other wonderful nephews, Colton and Ethan, were there! Fun night! ::

Fun Weekend :)

This was the first weekend in 3 weeks that Josh and I have been home, and I really enjoyed it! On Friday evening we enjoyed a steak dinner at our friend Troy's house, followed by Dairy Queen Blizzards and a movie! Josh and I have been trying to get together with Troy for weeks now, and were really glad it finally worked out! We had a good night of deep conversations, laughs and great food! Thanks Troy :)
On Saturday morning I slept in then walked out of our room to a deliciousbreakfast made by my wonderful husband! Hashbrowns, bacon and an English Muffin with cream cheese and jam (the first time I heard of this combo years ago I thought it was gross - but it's really tastey!) We had a relaxing day watching a bit of TV and had a good long chat :) We headed out to celebrate my cousin Denver's birthday party... but got the wrong time and were an hour and a half early at the restaurant! Since we were only planning on staying for a bit we didn't hang around for the rest of the gang to arrive. Oh well, these things happen! We headed over to Maple Ridge to Niki and Jason's (Josh's sister and her husband) housewarming party! We had a fun evening of celebrating with them and their friends and family in their new house! Congrats Niki and Jason!!
Sunday came along and Josh and I went to CLA, our home church in Langley. We got to sit with Lisa, Wes and all three boys - which always makes for an interesting time! They are seriously the cutest boys ever (along with Colton!), I can't get enough of them! Corban just wanted Josh and apparently said his name last week, clear as a bell :) Josh had plans to meet up with his friends Matt and Josh F. so I got to take Ethan out on a date!! He LOVES Wall-E and everything about the movie and the characters. So although he's already seen the movie twice at the theatre we went again! He was so sweet when I asked him, his whole face lit up and he said "Okay!! That would be great!" So we went on a fun date, just the two of us :) With many promises to Brandon to take him on a date next time, with just him (and probably Uncle Josh since him and Brandon are good buddies). The movie was pretty cute, but I enjoyed Ethan more, watching him and listening to him tell me all about the movie.
Later that night after I had some good cleaning time (I'm so efficient when I'm home by myself!) my Mom came over. So nice to visit with just her and I - I showed her pics and my blog, and our friends' blogs and pics! My Mom left and Josh still wasn't home so I got the notion to bake... some muffins for the morning and snacks - banana chocolate chip - and some cookies - chocolate and butterscotch chip. Made for a very happy husband!! :) And I made lots of batter so we have it ready for a craving or a guest... you should come over!
So overall it was a really nice weekend, a perfect balance of relaxing, time with friends and family, and getting stuff done around the house!
How was your weekend? I hope you had days full of joy!!

:: Wall - E ::

:: Cookies and Muffins ::

:: Josh licking the batter off the beater - because in every man there is a little boy... and they love cookie batter!! ::