Florida Part 1

So we have been in Florida since Christmas Eve. The first 3 weeks were freezing cold. Aiden was able to go swimming one day. Some days we couldn't even go outside. Whose idea was this to go to Florida for 5 weeks with 2 kids and no husband?? Things have gotten much better in the last week. Aiden has been swimming everyday and I must say he is a little fish in the water. He loves it! He also loves the beach which is a big change from our trip down here last year. We have been to the zoo where he fed the Flamingos and "Mimi" is his new best friend. Well, she has always been his best friend but this has gone to a whole new level. I don't know what we are going to do in a week when we are home and Mimi is not there every morning when he gets up. Ellie is doing great. She is chunky as ever and almost sleeping through the night. I can't wait!!

Santa

We made a visit to Santa this evening. Ellie enjoyed sitting with Santa. Aiden, on the other hand, was a different story. He does enjoy saying "Santa" and "Ho, Ho, Ho" but was not happy on Santa's lap. Maybe next year...

Ellie Dawson Clarke

Baby Ellie arrived November 10, 2009 at 3:46 am. She weighed in at 7 pounds 2 ounces and 20 1/4 inches long. She came out with a full head of dark hair and big beautiful brown eyes. Matt and I feel so lucky to have 2 healthy kids and still can't believe we have a family of 4!!! Big brother Aiden is adjusting well and has been a great sport through all the changes...we will see what this week brings...

Summer...over??

This summer was crazy, busy, and a lot of fun but I'm glad it is over....closer to the arrival of baby #2! Even though we have done absolutely nothing to prepare for this second arrival, we are closer to getting it out of me! No, we did not find out the sex (never thought so many people would be mad at me or not believe me for this!) No, we do not have a name picked out. And no, we do not have the nursery even started. Maybe I don't want the summer to be over...

Colorado

Matt hit the mountains in late July for a "guys only" camping trip. Based on the stories and pictures, they had a great time. Aiden and I met them in Vail on their return for a miniature family reunion. We then returned to Denver to hang with the Solomon kids for a few days. Thanks so much to the Solomon's for their hospitality!

July 4, 2009

The party returned again this year on the lake 4th of July. We had great friends and great times the whole weekend. The most amazing part was that Aiden slept through the band playing in our backyard and the fireworks!!

Next Stop...Phoenix

June, 2009

After a trip to Vegas for work, Aiden and Mimi met me in Phoenix for a nice relaxing getaway (or at least as relaxing as it can get with a 1 year old!) We had a great time at the Hamilton House in Sun City. Aiden played in the pool and loved exploring through the rocks and watching the bunnies run by. We also enjoyed catching up with our friends, The Burns' They made the trip all the way to Sun City to see us. Thanks Kristin and Grayson & The Hamilton's!