December 31, 2008

Christmas 2008...

We had such a great Christmas this year that we spent at the lake with my family! We were so spoiled by everyone and just got to relax and eat yummy food all weekend!

Christmas Eve
First we opened gifts early at Corey's parents while everyone was there. Since we were all spending Christmas in other places. Then we packed up our stuff and headed to the lake!
We had our usual crab boil and it was so yummy! We also snacked on some delicious hors' devours! And I was in charge of getting us through the night, so we played Monopoly! I hadn't played it forever and so it was more fun than usual! Not to mention that I ended up winning...I think for the first time in my life...the next morning!
I was posing like the Grinch, and Corey didn't want anything to do with me!
Just chillin'!

Group shot by the tree...I look like a whale!

Christmas Morning
We got up bright and early at 6:00 am because of me! I had some excitement issues and had really been up since like 4:00, the baby wouldn't stop moving, I kept having to pee, my brother called at 5:00 and then there was just no hope for me to fall back to sleep!

We're checking out our stockings and admiring our new pocket knives. Mine was purple...so cute!
In the middle of opening gifts!

And there's Corey opening the last present under the tree! I couldn't get off the couch because there were too many boxes and garbage all over the floor! I know that this will be boring for you, just skip it, but now I must record what we got, so that I don't forget!

Corey's gifts: Snowboard, .17 hmr bull barrel gun, running shoes, workout gear, ipod arm band, thermal tees, button up shirts, pj's, hoody, pocket knife, some movies, money & gift cards.
Brandy's gifts: Ugg boots, thermal tees, three sets of pj's (you can never have enough), diamond earings, a snowflake necklace, disney movies, a sweater & boots that match, other jewelries, perfume, a pocket knife, maternity pants and tops, and gift cards.
Baby's gifts: She got a her own sock filled with toys, socks, onesies, lotions and wash cloths.
Together: Santa gave us a camcorder to record all the special moments we'll be having this year, a tripod, bag and light for it also, money for a pack 'n play, and a deep fryer!
I'm hoping I didn't forget anything, but a big thanks to both of our families for spoiling us to death! I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas!



December 20, 2008

December 18, 2008

Friend Baby Shower...

Okay so THANK YOU everyone who came to the shower last night! It was so much fun to see all of you and be able to visit! It's been practically since Nat's bridal shower since we've all got together and we should all start doing it more often!An even BIGGER THANKS to my shower throwers Katy & Nat
Love you girls!

Opening presents...we did not get a normal picture of me doing this! I'm just making terrible faces in all of them! I also decided to forgo the picture of all the cute presents laid out after the shower! Corey was against me making a giant mess in the house! But I got tons of awesome gifts that are so practical...diapers, wipes, lotions, body wash, towels, books, outfits, onesies, socks, headbands, medicines, burp rags, nursing cover, sling, etc! It has definitely helped us be more prepared for when baby comes!
Shalise, Tawni & Nya, Candice

Ashley, Heather, JaCee & Bailey

Candice & Natalie

The three pregnant chicks and our bellies!
(All due in February!)

AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST.....
a fabulous group shot - minus a few of you who left early!
Top: Tawni, Ashley, Katy, JaCee, Bailey, Natalie
Bottom: Candice, Me, Heather & Chelsea

Once again thanks everyone...you are all awesome moms, well most of you are moms, but all of you are awesome! I had sooooo much fun with all of you!

December 9, 2008

Oh Christmas Tree....

I know we're kind of slow, but I'm not one of those "day after Thanksgiving" put up the tree kind of people! So we just went and picked one out last night for FHE and decorated it! I think it turned out really pretty and now our home feels like Christmas! And we're wishing you a fun filled, relaxing Christmas Season!
I can't take a picture of the tree without it being blurry!
And you've gotta have a family picture in front of the tree!
(the matching green was not planned...I swear)

December 7, 2008

Top 5 Favorite Things...For Now...

You're lucky Kar that I'm doing this tag...

1. Getting ready for Christmas which includes buying, wrapping, decorating, listening to Christmas tunes and giving...so fun!
2. CITRUS...I'm loving it all!
3. Feeling our strong baby girl move all about and get the hiccups!
4. Corey dancing like Beyonce!
5. Making things, from shirts to baby blankies (shown below) to Christmas Cards!

December 1, 2008

Happy Birthday Corey....

You're 27 today...my little boy is growing up so fast!
Happy Birthday baby...love you!