{Daddy's Bday}

On Thursday, December 30th Daddy had his 29th birthday. Mommy and Daddy were on vacation so we go to spend the whole day together. We had a nice lunch, just the three of us and that evening we went to dinner with Daddy's family to Babe's. It was a great day!! 

Happy Birthday Daddy! We love you.



{31 Weeks}

Our sweet baby boy is now 31 weeks!!! And growing/learning like crazy! 

That's 217 days, 5208 hours, 312,480 minutes that you have been with us Mason!! Most astounding 312,480 minutes of my life!! 

Mason, I love love love you! You are awesome, just awesome. We are having so much fun right now, it's ridiculous!! :) You are learning so much each and every day and you are such a joy. There's a whole lot less fussing going on and more smiles and laughter. Our home is definitely a happy one and I love it so much. Thank you for all that you bring to Mommy & Daddy's lives.

Let’s see, at 31 weeks... 
-  You are saying "Dada" consistently! Oh my heart! Daddy is sooooo proud! It's your favorite word. And you know to associate "Dada" with your Father. It's the cutest sweetest thing. You always have a huge smile on your face when you say it. We are still working on "Mama" but you usually just laugh at me.

- So, so loveable!You give big hugs and kisses too. And yes, Mommy still kisses those delicious cheeks every chance she gets.

-You are becoming more interested in Diesel. You watch and laugh at him when he is running around like crazy every time we walk in the door. I think you expect him to go insane now because you start grinning before we even open the front door. I think yall will be best buds soon!

- You love to “bounce" and are very hard to hold these days.You hate to sit and always want to stand.

- You are taking steps when holding your hands

- Still love your toes.

- Your hair is still growing like crazy.

- Sleeping has been great. You have been sleeping pretty good and only taking 1 bottle in the middle of the night. Normal bedtime is around 9pm and you sleep almost all the way through. And when I say you take 1 bottle you don't even open your eyes. You just fuss and let me know your hungry!

- Still doing well with the solids.You eat 1 4oz jar at lunch time and 2 4oz jars in the evening.

- When on your stomach you’ve gotten into the “crawl” position a few times.

- You love to sit up on your own and play with your toys.

- You've been taking baths with Mommy. So much fun! You love to splash BIG splashes. We make a huge mess, but it's fun.

- As for clothes – most of your pants are size 6-12 months, 9 months and 12 months, shirts are mostly 12 months, pajamas are mostly 12-18 months. It's getting cold so we're layering and dressing warm.

- In size 4 diapers

New things this week:

- You try to snap your fingers when we do it. It's the cutest thing. You usually do it with both hands, or just your left hand.

- You can WHISPER!!! I was changing your diaper one evening and I whispered "Dada" and that's all it took. I was so excited and happy I started clapping and praising you. That's all it took. Now you whisper all the time and of course it's the cutest thing ever. Of course.

Favorite toys right now - Eddie the Elephant, stacking cups, anything that makes noise.

31 week pictures; I love how your personality is starting to show.











{Mason's First Christmas}

Mason's first Christmas was pretty awesome!! It was so great to celebrate with him this year. I just kept thinking to myself how crazy it was that we had a baby in the mix this year. Sure makes holidays more enjoyable!! 


Christmas Eve we hung out with just us 3 for a while. We ran several errands and finished up some things at home. That afternoon we went to visit the Halls for a bit before heading to my parents house for our Christmas. It was such a great day/night. That evening we ordered pizza and hung out. The boys all got new pajamas for Christmas and they were adorable. We put all three (Jax, Tanner and Mase) in them before they opened gifts. Jaxon had Thomas the Train, Tanner had Sponge Bob and Mason had Elmo. Mason got many learning toys, clothes and a Pack and Play crib.

Christmas Morning Mason slept in until almost 8:45!! We took him into the living room to see his big Red Wagon Santa brought him. He was like, um what's this thing?? We hung out for a bit and then loaded up and headed to the Halls for Christmas with them. They were all still asleep when we got there. We were certain they were all waiting on us since Mase slept in! We opened gifts for what seemed like hours! Mason got a tree swing, a piggy bank from Uncle Ty, and many toys. 

Mase made out like a bandit!! It was a great Christmas. 

That evening we headed to Kira's for Christmas with my family. I just realized now that I didn't even take pictures. When we got there the house was pretty much divided...boys watching the Cowboy game in the living room and the ladies were chatting in the garage...and the kids were everywhere in-between! 

That Sunday we had Christmas at NeNaws. Mason got an Elephant learning toy and money. We had a nice lunch and visited a while.



























{30 weeks} - Edited with Pictures

Our sweet baby boy is now 30 weeks!!!
Doesn't seem possible! Can't believe on Christmas day you will be 7 months old. You're a little man, now! 

That's 210 days, 5040 hours, 302,400 minutes that you have been with us Mason!! Most fabulous 302,400 minutes of my life!! 
Mason, you are amazing. That's all there is too it. Mommy and Daddy have been gushing over you. How smart you are, how sweet you, and how fast you're growing. You are the joy in our hearts. You amaze us on a daily basis. (not to mention you make Mommy cry almost.every.single.day!)

Let’s see, at 30 weeks... 
-  BIG BIG BIG news this week! You are saying "Dada" consistently! Oh my heart! Daddy is sooooo proud!

- So, so loveable!

- You are getting great at “copying” things that Mommy and Daddy do.You make all the same sounds that we do.

- You love to “bounce" and are very hard to hold these days.

- You are taking steps when holding your hands

- Still love your toes.

- Your hair is still growing like crazy.

- Sleeping has been great. You have been so easy to put to bed and sleep really good.

- Still doing well with the solids. A new favorite is sweet potatoes and turkey

- When on your stomach you’ve gotten into the “crawl” position a few times.

- You love to sit up on your own and play with your toys.

- You've been taking baths with Mommy. So much fun!

- As for clothes – most of your pants are size 6-12 months, 9 months and 12 months, shirts are mostly 12 months, pajamas are mostly 12-18 months. Mommy still loves to dress you. And I know Daddy does too!

- In size 4 diapers now

30 week pictures: (I am pretty sure I took some, but can't find what I did with them. UGH)








{29 Weeks}

Our sweet baby boy is now 29 weeks!!!

That's 203 days, 4872 hours, 292,320 minutes that you have been with us Mason!! Most spectacular 292,320 minutes of my life!!

Such a sweet and happy boy at 6 - almost 7 months old. You love to smile and laugh. You rarely ever fuss anymore unless you are hungry or tired. You know who your Mommy and Daddy are, that's for sure. Daddy admitted that he thinks you are going to be a Mommy's boy. I think so too, but shhh! You love your Daddy just as much, though. I love holding you in the evenings and waiting for Daddy to walk into the door. I love to see you both light up when you see each other. Makes my heart all warm and fuzzy!!! You two are my world.

Let’s see, at 28 weeks...

-You give "lovins" Meaning, BIG tight hugs where you even squeeze a little and kisses too!

- You love any toy that lights up and makes sound. We got you a "Rudolf" from Build-A-Bear and you were soooo excited when we brought it home to you. Made Daddy and Mommy so happy!

- You are getting great at “copying” things that Mommy and Daddy do.You make all the same sounds that we do.

- You love to “bounce" and are very hard to hold these days.

- You are taking steps when holding your hands

- Still love your toes.

- Your hair is still growing like crazy.

- Sleeping has been great. You have been so easy to put to bed and sleep really good.

- Still doing well with the solids.

- When on your stomach you’ve gotten into the “crawl” position a few times.

- You love to sit up on your own and play with your toys.

- You've been taking baths with Mommy. So much fun!

- As for clothes – most of your pants are size 6-12 months, 9 months and 12 months, shirts are mostly 12 months, pajamas are mostly 12-18 months. Mommy still loves to dress you. And I know Daddy does too!

- In size 4 diapers now

29 week pictures: