It's Rudolph!
Gannon enjoyed assisting his Daddy and creating the perfect Christmas tree.Decorating our Christmas Tree
December 8, 2008
It's Rudolph!
Gannon enjoyed assisting his Daddy and creating the perfect Christmas tree.
It's Rudolph! Gannon enjoyed assisting his Daddy and creating the perfect Christmas tree.
A Blake Family Tradition
December 7, 2008
Ever since Richard and I can remember, we have been buying each other a Christmas ornament every year. Once Gannon joined this world, he of course became part of the tradition and receives an ornament too. We usually exchange ornaments on the 4th of December, but since we weren't home we had to wait a few days. This year we purchased all of our ornaments at Disneyland...in the future, when we look at those ornaments, we'll remember our precious time there together.
Gannon opening the package...
Wow - it's a pirate Mickey!!!
"It will look perfect right here."
Ever since Richard and I can remember, we have been buying each other a Christmas ornament every year. Once Gannon joined this world, he of course became part of the tradition and receives an ornament too. We usually exchange ornaments on the 4th of December, but since we weren't home we had to wait a few days. This year we purchased all of our ornaments at Disneyland...in the future, when we look at those ornaments, we'll remember our precious time there together.
Gannon opening the package...
Wow - it's a pirate Mickey!!!"It will look perfect right here."
A Magical Vacation...
I don't believe you can truly appreciate Disneyland and it's grandeur unless you are a parent. Seeing that place through the eyes of your 3 year old really changes your perspective. Jack Sparrow was REAL. Princesses LIVE in the castle. Dreams CAN come true!We had a glorious time, as you can tell by the perma-grins on each of our faces. Gannon was a ride-oholic. He loved every ride and didn't even mind waiting in line because he knew the outcome was so tremendous.
Gannon was so delighted to go to Disneyland again and visit all of his friends. I have to admit that when those wonderful characters hugged my little guy, and you could see in Gannon's eyes that he was so excited.
The Christmas decorations got us all in the spirit of the season...the Christmas parade was certainly festive...and the snow on main street was awesome!
When we left Disneyland, Gannon said, "see you later Mickey - I'll be back when I'm older with my sissy." Couldn't you just die?!!! What a sweet boy.
Happy Anniversary Chooch!
December 2, 2008
Eight years ago today, I married my best friend...the love of my life.
Just as our rings are engraved, "Grow old along with me, the best is yet to be" - it is certainly only getting better each and every day!!!
I love you.
Happy Holidays from Newport Beach...
December 1, 2008
Today I arrived in Newport Beach. I am here to give two presentations at a conference. It is gorgeous here...and my hotel is right across the street from the infamous Fashion Island AND I have an ocean view from my hotel room - nice! What also is nice is that I have already seen and caught-up with many of my friends that work up and down the state - friends I communicate with mostly via email and phone (none of whom live in little 'ol Yuba City), so it has been nice to see them.......but I miss my boys tremendously already - Rich, Gannon and Savion! Miss you. Big kisses and I'll see you soon.
By the way - the Christmas tree at Fashion Island is breathtaking! The attached photos are of the tree. Beautiful right?! Although the weather and palm's bring back many fond memories of my holiday's spent in San Diego...I'd rather see snow-covered pines. Home Sweet Home.
A sneak peak of baby girl Blake...
November 29, 2008
This morning we went to Baby's Debut Imaging to sneak a peak at our baby girl in 3D/4D. Below are a few of the photos she took for us. She was nuzzled next to the placenta the majority of the time and then the umbilical cord was right across her face the entire duration of her first photo shoot, which is not that big of a deal since we'll be meeting her rather soon. Richard and I couldn't believe how much she looked like her big brother (we had our 3D/4D ultrasound here as well when we were pregnant with Gannon). Gannon continues to say, "Livvy has my nose, pretty lips and face." Isn't that so sweet?!
Here's the thing...this morning Gannon got sick - I mean really sick. We got him in the car and he began to throw-up. We had to change him and discuss whether we should drive to Sacramento or not - we obviously decided to go after all. The bottom line is that Gannon continued to throw-up the entire drive to the ultrasound appointment. Thank goodness that Grandma was sitting next to Gannon and taking extra special care of him. Gannon was able to see his Livvy and then he miraculously made a giant recovery - he felt better right after lunch. Kids are truly resilient.
After the appointment, we spent the remainder of the day in Roseville - Christmas shopping. The Galleria has changed quite a bit; the new wing is great. Then we went to the Fountains across from the mall - what a gorgeous place. The dancing fountain (to Christmas music) made me feel as though I were in Las Vegas for a moment. There is even a little train for the kids to ride...we'll definitely be back!
This morning we went to Baby's Debut Imaging to sneak a peak at our baby girl in 3D/4D. Below are a few of the photos she took for us. She was nuzzled next to the placenta the majority of the time and then the umbilical cord was right across her face the entire duration of her first photo shoot, which is not that big of a deal since we'll be meeting her rather soon. Richard and I couldn't believe how much she looked like her big brother (we had our 3D/4D ultrasound here as well when we were pregnant with Gannon). Gannon continues to say, "Livvy has my nose, pretty lips and face." Isn't that so sweet?!
Here's the thing...this morning Gannon got sick - I mean really sick. We got him in the car and he began to throw-up. We had to change him and discuss whether we should drive to Sacramento or not - we obviously decided to go after all. The bottom line is that Gannon continued to throw-up the entire drive to the ultrasound appointment. Thank goodness that Grandma was sitting next to Gannon and taking extra special care of him. Gannon was able to see his Livvy and then he miraculously made a giant recovery - he felt better right after lunch. Kids are truly resilient.
After the appointment, we spent the remainder of the day in Roseville - Christmas shopping. The Galleria has changed quite a bit; the new wing is great. Then we went to the Fountains across from the mall - what a gorgeous place. The dancing fountain (to Christmas music) made me feel as though I were in Las Vegas for a moment. There is even a little train for the kids to ride...we'll definitely be back!
It's that time...
November 28, 2008
Now that Thanksgiving is over, it is time to decorate our home for Christmas. It takes quite a few days to get our home completely ready, but today we dove right in and began putting up lights on the outside of our home. Gannon assisted Daddy with the ladder work and Mommy made sure that her boys had warm drinks and snacks throughout the day. It truly is beginning to look a lot like Christmas...
Now that Thanksgiving is over, it is time to decorate our home for Christmas. It takes quite a few days to get our home completely ready, but today we dove right in and began putting up lights on the outside of our home. Gannon assisted Daddy with the ladder work and Mommy made sure that her boys had warm drinks and snacks throughout the day. It truly is beginning to look a lot like Christmas...
A Bounty of Blessings...
November 27, 2008
Thankful for Grumpy spending Thanksgiving with us...and reading to Gannon.
Gannon is especially thankful that he "won" the wishbone pull...his wish will certainly come true now!!! Sorry Daddy, better luck next year.
Thankful for Grumpy spending Thanksgiving with us...and reading to Gannon.
Gannon is especially thankful that he "won" the wishbone pull...his wish will certainly come true now!!! Sorry Daddy, better luck next year.Thankful to Grandma for making a delicious Thanksgiving meal and hosting all of us at her and Papa's home...Gannon is thankful that Grandma gave him the wishbone from the big turkey.
I am thankful for my family and for the precious life that I am growing inside of me.
Thankful for turkey legs.
Gannon is thankful for his Grandpa's and Grandma...he loves them very much. Rich and I are grateful that Gannon spent the day surrounded by family and lots of love.
I am thankful for my family and for the precious life that I am growing inside of me.
Thankful for turkey legs.
Gannon is thankful for his Grandpa's and Grandma...he loves them very much. Rich and I are grateful that Gannon spent the day surrounded by family and lots of love.Happy Thanksgiving!!!
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