First Day of MDO 2014

Both kids started Mother's Day Out at Tiny Town this year!  This is John Thomas' third year and Ruby's first year!  They both had great first days, and seemed to love their new teachers!  John Thomas especially was glad to be back with all his friends!

Justin and Allie - Reception Photos

After we returned from paradise "aka Jamaica" we went back home to Texas for a short week before the kids and I returned to prepare for the reception with all Justin and Allie's family and friends!  Thankfully, Kris got a last minute flight and joined us for the reception! 

We had lots of help and everything Allie planned turned out beautiful! 

Her cake was stunning and every layer was a different flavor and filling and was delicious!!

These two cuties were just hanging out before pictures!

Before the actual reception, we were able to have bridal party and family pictures made!

 John Thomas was completely smitten by the flower girl, Emma!

After pictures, the fun began!

John Thomas was a little jealous that Aunt Allie had Papa all to himself, so he decided to join in on their dance!

My sister's dress was beautiful, she made a gorgeous bride!

 When it came time for toasts, John Thomas got the microphone and did his infamous, "Welcomeee to myyy circus..." it took us several minutes but we were able to get it back from him :)

Side note about my toast: I had the entire thing written out, put it where I was sure not to lose it, and forgot where I put it!  So I had to wing the whole thing :) 

 I was so grateful for sweet friends who offered to take the babies and put them to bed so I could have a night with my husband.  Those nights are few and far between, and we enjoyed every minute!

Ruby Caroline 9 Months

Once again, I am behind on my update!  I am going to try really hard to remember everything from my notes about month 9!

Some new things that happened this month:

• You can go from crawling to sitting
• You are pulling up on everything, including standing up and looking over the side of your crib!
• Cut your first tooth!  Bottom left!
• We bought you your first baby doll and you hug and love on it :)
• Signing "more" and "all done"
• You love to scrunch your face up and give us a whole scrunchy face smile!
• You have started to point with your dainty little fingers we love so much!
• Climbing, on everything, over everything!
• You love to talk, and will talk to anyone and everyone!
• One thing we were not looking forward to was your first fever!  I got called to pick you up from school because you were running a low grade fever, but it went away as quickly as it came, making me think it was teeth!

You had a little trouble sleeping this month.  I am not sure if it was an 8 month sleep regression or teeth, but several nights in a row you would wake up and only be consoled by nursing!  As hard as it was to wake up, I spent lots of time rocking you and holding you, knowing that these moments are fleeting!

Clothes and diaper sizes are the same, size 2, smallest rise in cloth and 6-9 month clothes.  Your hair is still showing signs of red!

We went to the doctor for your 9 month well visit and were told you were as healthy as can be!  You are small, much smaller than your brother was, but she wasn't concerned especially as well as you eat and nurse!

9 Month Stats:

Height - 26.75" 25%

Weight - 16 lb 10.5 oz - 24%

Head Cir - 17.14" - 49%

Ruby Cakes, 

Your smile is so bright and your eyes are full of such joy!  I wish I could bottle up everything you are doing so we can savor it forever!  We love your spunky personality and your soft snuggles.  You are our blessing from God and we cherish every new day with you!  We love you, to the moon!

Daddy and Mama