Staffbury's

We've been friends with these ladies for over 16 years! We make it a point to go out every few months to catch up with one another. We always have a great time and lots of laughs!!

Cousins at the Kamm's

We're so blessed to have family close by. Harleigh and Lawson get to see Landon, Brooks, and Isla often. Typically when the Dean boys come over, they love dress up because they don't have fun heels, princess dresses, hairbows, accessories at their house.

 

Lawson at 18months

I'm behind in blogging, sorry Ginger and mom.

Here's a quick update on where Lawson was at 18months (a month and a half late):
Weight- 25lbs 15oz (75%)
Height- 33in (75%)
Head Circum.- 48.75 (75-90%)

Lawson's growing right on track. He's very healthy and active. He's all boy- loving trucks, cars, food, chase, peek-a-boo. We're still working on his communication, and he's picking up more and more words each week. He likes to stand by the garage and say "Oww-iii" for "outside". or when Zak leaves in the morning, he'll say "Dadda dow?" for "Where did daddy go?".

We love you little guy, and look forward to more milestones down the road.

Harleigh's Style- Princess, Sparkles, and more!

Everyone is always shocked to hear of how girly Harleigh is since I spend about 5 min getting ready (that was working and not working:)). I rarely put make up on and my business dress was usually something that was boring because I hated spending a ton of money on business clothes that go in and out of style. Being home, I wear t-shirts and shorts a majority of the time so I can squeeze in a workout at any point of the day. Plus, I like acting like one of the kids, and get dirty with them.

However, as a kid, I was completely different. I would change my outfit 5-6 times a day. I always had make up on (even for swim practice), high heels, and dressed as close to "red" carpet ready as I could. It's hilarious to see my 3 year old act just like I did. She will change her outfit through out the day, just because (unfortunately all the "dirty" outfits that have been worn inside for 30 min get thrown in the laundry). Dressing like a princess is one of her favorite activities, and no princess is complete without eyeshadow (all the way to the eyebrow as bright as possible), lipstick, blush, nail polish (on both fingers and toes), high heels (the louder the better), hair bows, and anything else sparkly that we can put on. I love seeing her creative side come out, and it's even more fun to see her love and passion for fashion and accessories spread to her cousin. No, not Isla, Landon!

Eyeshadow perfectly applied. Check.

Princess themed dance routine. Check.

Figuring out how to do the "Marilyn Monroe", before even knowing who that is. Check.

Attitude. Double Check.

Once a princess, always a princess!

I love you, Harleigh. I look forward to many more dress ups, and you learning how to do your own laundry!! :)

"I'm growing up"...(insert tear)

I'm really enjoying my time staying home with the kids. I really feel that my relationship with Har and Laws is growing and they are changing by this extra time and attention from mom. As I think how quickly this time will go by, it's really bittersweet. I want them to grow, learn, and enjoy life to the fullest, at the same time I want to protect them and comfort them as if they are still babies.

As Harleigh was coming downstairs, I said "come on down, my little baby."
She quickly corrected me, "Mom, I'm not a baby. Look how much I'm growing up."

I think the little momma inside of me started to cry, and by "cry" I mean have an uncontrollable wailing, gasping for air, "ugly" cry. I'm not looking forward to Harleigh starting school in a few years, that little girl inside of me will totally come out and I'll have no neighbor friends, for sure!;) 

Asheville July 2013

I was able to get away for a night with the Book Club gals to Asheville. We had a great time catching up, and having a few adult beverages. Thanks again, Natalie, for hosting us!

 

Feb 2013 Kamm Family Photoshoot

I'm always behind in blogging, printing pictures, etc. Earlier this year, we had Somer Ocana Photography come to our house and take family and kid pictures. I think she was great with the kids and did a really good job. Here's Harleigh at 2 and Lawson at 11months. Look at Lawson's baby hair, it still wasn't coming in very thick and you can see right through it. Harleigh was on a "boot" fix so of course, she had to wear her "sparkle" boots. I can't believe how much these two have growth since early February!