I don't normally let this much time pass between posts but...We moved! We have moved to a new house in Yuma as we sold our home to Gran Gran and Daddy Steve (Matt's parents). Steve now has a job in Yuma and so they have moved here. We couldn't be more excited to have them close and they have been more than gracious throughout this entire process. We look forward to all the fun memories to come!
So we are now in a new house and trying to get settled in. Before we moved we went to FL and AL to spend time with my family. Florida was A LOT of fun we were so happy to be a part of the Giesa/Georgeopolous wedding. Erin was a beautiful bride and everything was perfectly planned and orchestrated. They are a gorgeous couple and we are very thankful to have been included (thanks Erin and George!)
After the wedding in Tampa we drove (the entire McGough clan) to the lakehouse north of Birmingham. We stopped in Sandestin for a night for some shopping and good rest time. While we were there we were able to meet up with the Hanleys and meet their new baby girl Aine. Aine is adorable and Emma Kate and Leah took well to each other. Thanks for meeting us Hanleys!
Once at the lakehouse we relaxed and went boating. We had a blast and it was wonderful to get to spend so much time with Gigi, Grandaddy, Sada, Uncle Nelson, Uncle Warren , Aunt Abbey and Baxter. We miss them already.
I am going to try and get some pictures up here soon. We are still in boxes and trying to settle everything. Hope everyone is doing well!
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
July 4th
We had a great July 4th. We went to the Buerstatte's home and grilled out while swimming. EK was in the pool almost the entire time we were there. (She chose the bows !) We had a great time and enjoyed getting to celebrate America's Independence with the people who help keep it safe. Hope everyone had a good 4th and I pray for comfort for all the pregnant ladies during this summer heat because I remember last summer too well!
The Fletcher Family
Mikey Harris and Kaitlyn Buerstatte enjoying the 4th
We tried to get all the kids lined up for a picture. This is after photoshop! (There are two more babies, Ethan and Kaitlyn, who didn't make it in this shot)
Friday, June 26, 2009
Friday
Today is Friday. Yes! Matt has been working A LOT and we are so excited that today is Friday and that we are going to have our Daddy home for a few hours two days in a row! I think that Matt is even more excited about having a few moments at home with his family.
This week we have been trying to stay cool (as with everyone else). Monday we had playgroup and Tuesday we hosted lunch at our house. We have so much fun when our friends come over and play. Wednesday we stayed around the house and then went swimming in the afternoon. Yesterday we had our movie (Madagascar 2) in the morning and swimming playgroup in the afternoon. The kids did great in the movie theater. Mason fell asleep (in his car seat) a few minutes after the movie started and EK sat in my lap eating popcorn and granola bars. I think my kids would do anything if I give them enough junk food! We had a good time and it was a little bit cooler in the theater than outside (only slightly as the air conditioner was not working properly). We then had to run to Target so I could get some new sunglasses. Mine broke the other day and I don't spend a lot of money on sunglasses because I am a Mommy and I know they won't last long. After Target the kids were pretty hyped up (we got ice cream between the movie and Target because I had a free coupon for cold stone creamery from my birthday) and so we went home. Once we got home EK ate MORE and then spent 1 hour in her bed trying to fall asleep. After naps we went swimming and the kids loved it. They love the water and could be in it for hours. Then it was dinner time and then I had bible study after the kids go to bed. It was a full and fun day. We are home today (except for a trip to the vet with Ashton) and hoping to stay cool.
On another note EK is doing great potty training. She is only wearing pull ups during nap and bedtime. We haven't had an accident in several days and I am so proud of her. The cute thing is that she is very proud of herself and gets so excited whenever she needs to go. I hope Mason is this easy!
This week we have been trying to stay cool (as with everyone else). Monday we had playgroup and Tuesday we hosted lunch at our house. We have so much fun when our friends come over and play. Wednesday we stayed around the house and then went swimming in the afternoon. Yesterday we had our movie (Madagascar 2) in the morning and swimming playgroup in the afternoon. The kids did great in the movie theater. Mason fell asleep (in his car seat) a few minutes after the movie started and EK sat in my lap eating popcorn and granola bars. I think my kids would do anything if I give them enough junk food! We had a good time and it was a little bit cooler in the theater than outside (only slightly as the air conditioner was not working properly). We then had to run to Target so I could get some new sunglasses. Mine broke the other day and I don't spend a lot of money on sunglasses because I am a Mommy and I know they won't last long. After Target the kids were pretty hyped up (we got ice cream between the movie and Target because I had a free coupon for cold stone creamery from my birthday) and so we went home. Once we got home EK ate MORE and then spent 1 hour in her bed trying to fall asleep. After naps we went swimming and the kids loved it. They love the water and could be in it for hours. Then it was dinner time and then I had bible study after the kids go to bed. It was a full and fun day. We are home today (except for a trip to the vet with Ashton) and hoping to stay cool.
On another note EK is doing great potty training. She is only wearing pull ups during nap and bedtime. We haven't had an accident in several days and I am so proud of her. The cute thing is that she is very proud of herself and gets so excited whenever she needs to go. I hope Mason is this easy!
Monday, June 15, 2009
A whole week and a happy birthday!
We have been potty training for a whole week (that is my birthday present...only one in diapers)! The last three days she has had no accidents and she only wears pull ups during nap time and bedtime. She has been doing great and I am so excited. I really hope that this is it and that she doesn't have any future issues.
On another note Mason is 9 1/2 months old! Wow, where has the time gone. He went for his 9 month check up and he is weighing 16 pounds and 11 ounces. That is pretty big for my kids! He is into EVERYTHING! He loves playing with anything EK has and EK does not want him to touch anything! That is how my entire day goes these days. We are working on sharing.
I also want to wish Abbey a very Happy Birthday (tomorrow)! I can't believe that it has been 29 years! I am so blessed to have had my best friend with me celebrating all my birthdays. She is an awesome woman, wife, mother and doctor. I am so proud of all her accomplishments (psst...she recently received PEDIATRIC RESIDENT OF THE YEAR for the LSU program!!! Way to go!!!)
Also, Gigi and Daddy Mac were here for a few days this weekend (didn't get a picture). We had a blast and did not want them to go. We ate, shopped, and sat on the patio laughing. We look forward to seeing them in July and know that it will be so fun for us all to be together.
On another note Mason is 9 1/2 months old! Wow, where has the time gone. He went for his 9 month check up and he is weighing 16 pounds and 11 ounces. That is pretty big for my kids! He is into EVERYTHING! He loves playing with anything EK has and EK does not want him to touch anything! That is how my entire day goes these days. We are working on sharing.
I also want to wish Abbey a very Happy Birthday (tomorrow)! I can't believe that it has been 29 years! I am so blessed to have had my best friend with me celebrating all my birthdays. She is an awesome woman, wife, mother and doctor. I am so proud of all her accomplishments (psst...she recently received PEDIATRIC RESIDENT OF THE YEAR for the LSU program!!! Way to go!!!)
Also, Gigi and Daddy Mac were here for a few days this weekend (didn't get a picture). We had a blast and did not want them to go. We ate, shopped, and sat on the patio laughing. We look forward to seeing them in July and know that it will be so fun for us all to be together.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
tips 4 mommy: Bountiful Baskets
I tried out a new produce co-op called Bountiful Baskets with my friend Crystal. She took a picture of all the fruits and veggies we got for 18.00(plus 1.50 handling, next time it will only be 15.00 plus 1.50). If you aren't in the Yuma area you should check and see if there is something like this in your area. Great way to save money! tips 4 mommy: Bountiful Baskets
Monday, June 8, 2009
It's Official
We are officially potty training. EK wore panties all day and only had 2 minor accidents. She is trying really hard (so am I) and I am hoping that this takes. We shall see. Mason has been really good about me having to focus a lot of attention on EK. EK has also been good about trying to go by herself (I hope that continues to be a good thing...we have already had to ration out the tp). I would love to have one out of diapers and so I am trying really hard to be excited (it gets really old to cheer about the potty ALL DAY! But hard work pays off, right?) Anyway, we are looking forward to Gigi and Daddy Mac being in Yuma on Thursday (they are in Phoenix for business). Daddy Mac hasn't had a chance to come since we moved here in 2006! Lots of changes since then. Hope everyone has a great night!
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Yay!
I know that I have been posting a lot recently and I am not sure why I have so much extra time. Oh well. Today was a big day. EK was sitting at the lunch table and she looked at me and told me she needed to go potty. She has done this before as a way to get out of sitting at the table and finishing, even though I always make her get back up to the table after she tries to potty. Anyway, I didn't think anything would come of it. Well, low and behold she actually went potty (#2). I never thought I could be this proud of poop! I hope that we can keep this up but I am not going to push her too hard because I have heard that a lot of times it can backfire. Well, I am almost getting excited about having one out of diapers!
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