I have the greatest husband in the whole world

Today is my 25th birthday. Ryan was so sweet to me all day. He is sweet to me everyday, but today he was extra sweet. He took me to Marie Callendar's for breakfast. Then we went to the SUB and played pool after we all took our morning naps. Then my little sister, Cassi was so nice to come babysit for us while Ryan took me to a movie, dinner at Berryhill and then icecream at Fanci Freeze. (I am suppose to only have one sweet a week to help me lose all my baby weight, but I'm not doing too good with that.) Ryan and I are not giving each other gifts this year, since we are going on a cruise, but Jaxon got me a gift. Ryan and Jaxon discussed all day about when they should give me my gift. It was really cute to see Ryan talking to Jaxon and Jaxon trying to talk back. And somehow Ryan said that Jaxon told him that I can't have my gift til night. I was a little bummed, because I hate waiting for surprises when I know they are coming. When we came back from dinner, Ryan put me on a scavanger hunt all over the house. There were 20 clues...
#1- "Cotton headed ninny muggins" (The Elf)
#2- You don't like wearing these unless you are working out (my sock drawer)
#3- Music notes (piano)
#4- Clingy clothes because... (dryer sheets)
#5- "Jesus Wept" (scriptures)
#6- Expensive balls (Ryan's baseballs)
#7- White cigars (tampon box)
#8- Peanut Butter flavored (Cap'n Crunch Cereal)
#9- Smooth legs (razor)
#10- Jaxon loves his fruits and veggies (baby food)
#11- I always know what time it is (watch drawer)
#12- My favorite chore (vacuum)

#13- "She only wants me for my pimp..." (lubricant)
#14- Warming appliance not in the kitchen (dryer)
#15- Soft, colorful window decorations (window seat pillows)
#16- Helpful for clogged poop (plunger)
#17- "Don't put it in the fridge empty" (my water bottle)
#18- I'm a big FAN of staying cool (bedroom fan)
#19- 3 of a kind (Yahtzee)
#20- Coupons, magazines, bills (mailbox)
When I went to the mailbox, there was a small beautifully wrapped box with a flower on top. I ran back inside the house and Ryan was in the living room with my new digital camcorder taping me. So I ripped open the box and there was a gorgeous diamond band. I told him about a month ago that I would like a diamond band for every kid that I have and I will have them all saudered together. I was joking at the time, but a little hopeful. I can not believe that he got me a diamond ring. Ryan is the most thoughtful man that I have ever met. I love him soooooooooooooooooo much. He is the best husband a woman could ask for. Thank you Jaxon for my beautiful gift.

Is he going to be taller than his daddy?

Jaxon just had his 6 month doctor visit. He is in the 97% in height and head size and 60% in weight. He is going to be a big boy. He is healthy and happy. He is developing perfect. He has had 4 ear infections in the last 4 months and this last one hasn't gone away completely. So off to the ENT to get tubes in his ears. Poor kid. He has been to the doctor more than any other kid that I know. He is always happy and smiley though.

I married into the right family

My mother-in-law, Brenda, spoils everyone rotten. Just to give you an example of how much she spoils us...she gave us a piano for Christmas and that was only one of probably 50 gifts that we received. She goes a little overboard for holidays. I used to feel a little wierd getting that many gifts, since I was born into a family with 10 kids, so that is not possible to do. We had my birthday dinner with Ryan's family on Sunday. I got hooked up. His sisters gave me perfume, body wash, free babysitting and a lunch. His parents gave me earrings, a necklace, a pedicure, and the best present of all...a camcorder. I have been wanting a camcorder for a while, but they are so expensive. Now I can put videos on this blog. So really it will bless all of your lives too. You can thank Brenda for that.

Keepin' Ya Up To Date

Jax woke up so excited when he found his Easter basket full of baby food and duck.

What a stud. Jaxon in his Easter suit. I know, he looks like he should be in the mafia.

My lil' boy cheering on the Steelheads.

I'm such a big boy sitting all by myself.

Both of my boys love the Atlanta Braves.

And Now It's Just Begun

My sister, Lexi convinced me to start a blog. Well, it actually didn't take much convincing. I am excited to keep everyone up to date on Jaxon's new skills. In case I haven't talked to you for a while, I'll update you on the fam. Ryan loves his job. He works nights, so he has some crazy stories everyday. He sleeps during the day, while Jax and I play. He is on a city league softball game. I must admit that he is the best 1st baseman ever. Jax and I love watching him. Jaxon has been advancing like crazy. Last week he learned how to sit by himself. He has 2 teeth that broke through. I thought he was going to vampire looking because his canines felt like they were right there, but thank goodness, his 2 bottom front teeth came through first. He hasn't been feeling well at all. Poor lil' bugger. He is getting over his 4th ear infection in the last 4 months, teething, and he had a cold all at the same time. He is still happy as can be though. He is always smiley. I love this dang kid.