THE TAYLOR TIMES

VBS!!!

2010-06-18T17:26:00.000-07:00

This week was Vacation Bible School at our church! The kids had a blast and so did I! We have been so busy since school has been out. We traveled to Mississippi for Londen's graduation and then went on a 10 day trip across West Texas and New Mexico! I promise to keep up with my blog this summer... especially for you Nancy!!!

December ~Full of Excitment!

2009-12-26T11:13:00.000-08:00

Wow! What a busy month.. So much has been going on and I have been unable to get on here and blog! It is the day after Christmas and I have to say.. it was quite amazing.. watching my 2 kids look out under the tree Christmas morning to see if Santa came!! WOW! The month started off with many Christmas parties and Abby's Dance party as well as her school performance. She did so well in both of them! Then we had Wyatt's street block party.. The kids had fun eating fun foods and popcorn and riding the train! Then, we had the Christmas Eve service at church where Stephen had to speak and Abby and I lit the Advent candle during the service. The Stephen and I were asked to serve communion. It was a Christmas Eve I will never forget... Now.. on Monday my little man turns 1! I can't believe it! We are excited Mamaw and Papaw and Londen and Parris are coming in town next week for a belated X'mas with them and to celebrate Abby and Wyatt's birthdays!!!

A Special Day!

2009-11-20T17:21:00.000-08:00

Well, as most of you know Abby has been taking gymnastics since she was 10 months old and any little milestone is a big deal! She loves going each week and adores her coaches. We are so glad to have a great group of friends in her class as well. Today, Abby and some of her friends advanced to new levels! Congrats Abby! We love you! Congrats to Riley, Angelina and Catalina as well!!!

HALLOWEEN

2009-11-16T19:31:00.000-08:00

I am so late posting Halloween pics but wanted to get them on here. We had so much fun this year. Abby was super excited about being Tinkerbell! I had to hide her costume for almost a month. I KNEW if she saw it she would wear it EVERYDAY! Wyatt was a Skeleton! He was precious and enjoyed his first Halloween! We live on the best street! Everyone is always doing something and inviting everyone to their events. One family had a block party for all the kids who live on our culdesac. They had hotdogs, chips, drinks and dessert for them before they began trick or treating! It was a blast! And yes.. Stephen had fun too! Halloween has always been a favorite holiday of his!!!

More New Mexico Pics

2009-10-24T13:37:00.001-07:00

Winery across from our hotel on Route 66...

Me and my 3rd glass of wine!

New Mexcio Trip

2009-10-24T13:29:00.000-07:00

Stephen surprised me with a 2 night getaway to Albuquerque and Santa Fe New Mexico! I turned 34 on October 17th.. I can't believe I am 34! We had an amazing time! We went hiking the first day.. Stephen and I hiked 6 miles to the top of the Sandia Crest.. Then the next day we drove into Santa Fe and had an amazing time downtown in the historic area off of Route 66! The weather was awesome and I was glad to get some much needed relaxing!!! But I was ready to see Wyatt and Abby! Thank you Stephen for a wonderful birthday present! I love you!

Jackson, Mississippi

2009-10-23T06:37:00.000-07:00

Poor Wyatt passed out after the fair.

Abby and Parris

Parris, Abby, Londen and Wyatt

Abby and the Pony

A couple of weeks ago I traveled home with Abby and Wyatt to visit Mamaw and Papaw and Abby's favorite cousins, Londen and Parris! It rained the entire time but that did not stop us from going to the Fair. Abby begged Papaw to take her so she could ride the ponies! She loved it! Although it was a quick trip, I survived flying on a plane with both kids and we made it back in one piece! Thank you Mom and Dad for a wonderful birthday weekend! The cake was yummy and I love, love, love my present!

OCTOBER!!!

2009-10-01T18:52:00.000-07:00

October is finally here!!! YAY! I love the Fall and can't wait for all of the upcoming activities we have planned! BUT.... no pics to share our our adventures last week because our camera is MIA!! I can't find it.. The only thing I can guess is we left it at the Zoo. Stephen took off last week and we took the kids to the zoo. I had some great pics to share of Abby and of Wyatt enjoying his second trip to the zoo. If I find it, I'll post! Wyatt turned 9 months on Monday! I can't believe he will be a year old in a few months! And... Abby will be 4! She had her Storybook Festival at school today and went as Little Red Riding Hood. I wish every day was storybook day because she had no problem wearing her outfit all day! For those of you who know Abby, she changes clothes at least 4-5 times a day!!! Everyone is doing well and we are looking forward to the Fall Festival at church this weekend and Me and the Kids are heading out to Mississippi on the 10th to visit Mamaw and Papaw and take our annual trip to the State Fair. This had been a tradition since I was very small.. Abby has been every year and this will be Wyatt's first trip! Hope I find my camera or I guess I'll have to break down and buy a new one! :( or should I say :)!!YIPPEE! We have a very busy month ahead of us and I am so excited to get it started..

PINKIE TWINK

2009-09-14T12:36:00.000-07:00

My Mother In Law has started a business making the cutest dresses. The pictures just don't do them any justice. She makes Knot dresses, jumpers, pillowcase dresses and much more. Check out her website to see some of her Christmas Jumpers.

She also has started making Onesies for boys with the ties sewn on for special occasions. She just sold one with an A&M tie.. My father in law is also selling his products. As most of you know he made Abby's precious playhouse and swingset along with her bedroom furniture. He is now selling his doll cradles and child rocking chairs. I'll get some pics soon for you to see! They are both so talented and have some great products for sale!!!!

http://www.pinkietwink.etsy.com/

Summer is over, school is now is session!

2009-09-11T11:01:00.000-07:00

We had a wonderful summer, but I was ready for school to start and get to a routine! Abby started back to preschool at Grace and was very excited! She will be going 3 days this year! On top of school, she started Ballet on Wednesday night and Gymnastics on Friday mornings. I know it seems like a lot of stuff but my Abby is an energizer Bunny and I had to keep her busy! My sweet Wyatt just goes along for the ride everywhere we go. In the next couple of months, we are going to enroll Wyatt is swimming. He LOVES the water and I think he is going to be our little swimmer! He is growing so fast! Wyatt will turn 9 months on the 28th of this month! He is not quite crawling yet but seems to get where he wants to go by pushing and rolling! He is into everything! We are now starting to plan for Halloween. Then Christmas and birthdays are right around the corner!!! Here are a few pics of the kids!

Caught you!!!

2009-08-06T13:39:00.000-07:00

After Wyatt's afternoon nap, I went in to check on him and he was just sitting there looking around! He is such a good baby and usually pretty quiet all the time. He was just sitting there looking around! What a big boy!

Making Muffins!

2009-08-06T13:37:00.001-07:00

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2009-08-02T12:35:00.000-07:00

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Firsts and Lasts

2009-07-22T10:07:00.000-07:00

This past week I decided to slow down a little bit and remember what is most important in my life.. and with that said, My family is extremely important to me and I started thinking and firsts and lasts with my sweet kids. We said goodbye to the Blue baby bathtub. Abby used it when she was a baby and then Wyatt used it and the other night we moved him into the big bathtub! It made me sad to know that the little tub would never be used in our house again.. Wyatt is also moving out of his infant seat today. Abby also used the same one and today I realized that now at 7 months old I need to move him into a bigger carseat. So that means a big boy stroller to go with it. Too bad my Maclaren Stroller was all pink.... So we are off to purchase a new stroller for my little man! I am soooo happy to be out of the newborn phase and moving into a new one. Abby loves her little brother and is turning into such a little "girl"! She is not a little toddler anymore... She went on her first bike ride last night with her friend Lindsay and she was so proud she rode her little bike up and down the cul de sac for 2 hours!!! Life is going by so fast... I don't want to miss a thing!

Bye Bye

2009-07-20T19:09:00.000-07:00

Stephen's Dad (aka Grandpa Mike) left to return to the Philipines.. While he was here Abby and Wyatt enjoyed visiting with him..We also got a visit from Stephen's half brother, Derek! We hope he had a safe trip and look forward to seeing him again next year! We love you!

The Circus Comes to Town

2009-07-19T09:14:00.000-07:00

Stephen and I decided to take the kids to the circus this year. We were both so excited but started thinking it might be a little much for Wyatt. So Stephen's Mom gladly came over to watch him. So we took Abby by her self. She thought that was super.. a night out with Mommy and Daddy with all the attention on her! LOL! She is growing up so fast. Here are a few pics of the circus and 1 pic of Wyatt... poor thing was so tired he fell asleep in his chair!

Where does the time go??

2009-06-24T13:10:00.000-07:00

I can't believe it is almost July and I am just now posting! Things have been quite busy around here. We took a family trip to the Great Wolf Lodge which was amazing. Then Abby finished her second year of preschool. She also attended her first year of Vacation Bible School and I taught Music to MANY 3 and 4 year olds. She is now in her second week of VBS while I am spending the week with Wyatt.. Wyatt started The Little Gym and he goes on Thursdays to his very own Gymnastics class.. YES>> they make classes for itty bitty ones! He laughs the entire time!! AND... my little guy is now 6 MONTHS OLD!!! WOW! And.. Abby turned 3.5! Next week Abby will get to go to Dance Camp for a week.. She has been asking when she can wear those tap shoes so she is very excited.. Then we are off the Jackson to visit my family for the 4th of July! I'll be sure and post more pics very soon! Oh yeah.. in the midst of all of this.. Stephen and I celebrated 7 years of marriage!!! We had the best dinner at Kenzo and he gave the the sweetest letter and a gift card to Massage Envy for a 1 hour massage! AHHHHH

Happy 5 Months Wyatt

2009-05-23T09:04:00.000-07:00

I can't believe my BABY BOY is now 5 months old.. Where does the time go? I have been so blessed and thank God everyday for my 2 very special miracles. Happy 5 months Mr. C! :) Isn't he handsome!!!! I love you Wyatt!

Congratulations!

2009-05-04T11:31:00.000-07:00

WOW! Where does the time go? I have been so bad about keeping up with my blog. We are so busy around here as I am sure everyone else is... With Abby's school, playdates, gymnastics, now dance, AND going to the Y daily we are so busy! I had to get on here and say CONGRATS to my two sweet nieces. Londen and Parris both play for the high school softball team at Northwest Rankin. Londen is a Junior this year and Parris is a 7th grader~ yes a 7th grader and plays for the highschool. These two girls are fantastic ball players! They should be.. they have been playing their entire life..Sports run through those Ladners' veins! Anyway, they won STATE CHAMPS this past weekend! I am so proud of you! Here is the link from the Clarion Ledger!!! http://www.clarionledger.com/article/20090503/SPORTS06/905030340/1117/Lady+Cougars++wait+over

Hope you had a wonderful Easter!

2009-04-16T10:39:00.001-07:00

No words.. I just love this little man.

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Muffins with Mommy

2009-04-04T12:42:00.000-07:00

Last week I was invited to eat breakfast with Abby at her school for Muffins with Mommy. She was so excited to have ME all to herself. I had a nice time visiting with her teachers, friends, and their Mommies! What a wonderful day! I love you Boo Bear!

3 Months!

2009-03-20T14:51:00.001-07:00

This Sunday Wyatt will be 3 months old! Time is flying by!! I can't believe it! Here are a few pics of him!

Mom's visit, Abby's first trip to MS without me and Wyatt's first plane ride!

2009-03-20T14:42:00.000-07:00

Wyatt in his Cowboy outfit Wyatt's First plane ride

Mamaw and Wyatt

What a Spring Break! My Mom came to visit and we had so much fun as usual! We took our trip to Rainforest Cafe like we always do and went to Chuck e Cheese too! Abby decided she would like to go back home with Mamaw WITHOUT ME! We let her go and she had soo much fun! Wyatt and I hopped on a plane 4 days later to go and pick her up! My parents, nieces and Aunt Joyce enjoyed visitint with Wyatt and Abby! We can't wait to get back this summer and stay a while!

YEE HAW! Rodeo Houston

2009-03-20T14:39:00.000-07:00

I grew up in MS where we attended the Rodeo every year! In Houston, an entire Month is dedicated to the Rodeo.. Each school has Rodeo Day and Abby looked soo cute dressed up for Rodeo Day! She insisted on taking her pink horse to show Ms. Mikie and Mrs. Teri!

Wyatt ~ 10 weeks old and Sweet Abigail

2009-03-08T14:30:00.000-07:00

Yes.. This looks like my Dad! Little Charles Wyatt! FUTURE FOOTBALL PLAYER

My little man Wyatt is getting so big! He is already 10 weeks old! He went for his 2 month check up on Tuesday and he is weighing in at a whopping 13 pounds 7 ounces! He loves to eat! This is huge compared to Abby weighing only almost 9 pounds at 10 weeks! She was very tiny! His check up went great and the doctor put him on cereal with a little bit of fruit. It seems to fill him up and he has been sleeping 7 hours at night before waking up!!! WOOHOO! Abby loved getting to feed him.. She thought that was "so cool"!! We are loving life! God has truly blessed us with two beautiful kids!

A day in the life of the Taylor Household

2009-02-25T19:33:00.000-08:00

I have been so bad about keeping up with my blog lately.. It has been so busy around here keeping up with two kids. I have so much respect for those with more than two.. I don't know how you do it. I have to spend a second to thank my hubby.. He got a really big promotion a few months ago which ended up being MORE travel.. He is gone so much and still helps me out ALOT at home.. Poor thing got off the airplane, came home, took Wyatt while I took Abby and put her to bed. Next thing I know it was morning and I was still in Abby's bed. He took Wyatt all night after being gone on his trip and let me sleep all night. Abby and I slept for 12 hours straight! WOW! I felt like a million bucks this morning! With him being gone, it leaves me to do everything at home all alone which can be tough but I am so proud of myself for getting it all done. THANK YOU STEPHEN! Wyatt turned 2 months this past Sunday! He is so cute and getting so big.... I have pics and will post them soon.. Abby is really into dancing right now. She got a Barbie CD player for Christmas and we gave her a few CD's ( Preschool Jam ~hehehe, Hannah Montana and one with random music) She is in her room dancing in front of her mirror ALL the time... She is so precious! I can't wait till she starts ballet this summer! Well better run... baby is crying!

A few pics

2009-02-15T07:35:00.000-08:00

Wyatt sleeps alot!!

AHHHH! BATHTIME

Abby thinking

My friend Stacey came to visit

snoozing

Here are a few pics.. Wyatt is 7 weeks old today and 12 pounds! BIG BOY! The three of us have been enjoying having people come visit.. We have also been going to many playdates, the park, Chuck E Cheese, Gymnastics and more!!

WOW!

2009-02-12T20:23:00.000-08:00

I have been neglecting my blog lately. It has been very busy around here. Stephen has been travleing so much and I have been adjusting to life with 2 kids! Abby is 3 and Wyatt will be 2 months old in a couple of weeks! Boy.. they grow so fast! I see so much of Abby in Wyatt. They look alot alike... She is a great big sister! Wyatt is so laid back and a very sweet baby! I will post some pics soon!! We have been enjoying our playdates, gym class, school, the park. etc.... On another note, please take a look at my friends blog over to the side, The Heard Family. She posted about a little girl named Cora! This broke my heart.. Hug your kids!!!

Wonderful~ Abby age 3 and Wyatt age 1 month

2009-01-24T14:18:00.000-08:00

Life is great these days! Eventhough I am sleep deprived and feel like I never sit, I can't complain. I am so lucky to have such a wonderful husband who provides for us so I can stay home and watch these two beautiful kids grow. Abby just turned 3 the beginning of January and Wyatt turned 1 month today! Times flies! Before we know it, he will be 6 months old. On another note, congrats to my cousin Christina on the birth of her baby girl, Marie Kate Woolwine. I have to post a pic of this cute baby girl.. Congrats Christina and Daniel!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ABBY!!!!!

2009-01-10T13:33:00.000-08:00

I can't believe I am sitting here blogging about another birthday.. It seems like yesterday I was downloading her pics from her 2nd birthday at Chuck E Cheese.. I can't believe my little girl is 3! WOW! Time flies. This year we had it at INFLATABLE ZONE with 30 of her friends.. yes 30!!! It was so much fun and she had a blast! Thanks to everyone who came! She has been talking about it since she came home. Here are a few pics.. I'll post more later!

More Pics

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And some more.....

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Catching UP!

2009-01-08T08:21:00.000-08:00

I have so many pics to post and am now just getting around to posting pics from Christmas! 2008 was a wonderful year! I can't wait to see what 2009 has in store! Here are a few pics from Christmas, playing with Grandma, Wyatt and more!

Photo Session

2009-01-04T08:09:00.000-08:00

My friend Christina came to take pics of Abby and Wyatt.. Here are just a few she posted on her Photo Blog...

http://christinaanglumphoto.com/

My Babies

2009-01-02T20:24:00.000-08:00

We are home and getting settled! Wyatt is doing great and Abby is being a great big sis!!

Charles Wyatt Taylor

2008-12-28T20:52:00.000-08:00

Big Sis meets lil brother

Abby loves her baby brother

First photo

Chatting

Tired Taylor Family

WELCOME to the world Little Man!!!!

2008-12-28T16:27:00.000-08:00

Charles Wyatt Taylor was born today December 28, 2008!!!! He was born at 5:55 a.m. and weighed 5 pounds 15 ounces and is 18 inches long! Big Sis Abby is so excited! We are all doing fine! We will go home on Tuesday! What a wonderful gift! My heart is overflowing!!! I will post pics soon..

And.. we are still waiting + Christmas

2008-12-26T13:14:00.000-08:00

I have tons of pics to put on here and will post those tonight! Abby had a great Christmas!! We all did! I enjoyed waking up at my own house on Christmas morning! This has been a first.. Stephen and I are usually traveling to his parents, his grandparents, his aunt's house, my parents house, etc.. so we are never at our own house. It was alot of fun! She was very excited!!!
As for Wyatt.. he is not here yet. I thought yesterday would be the day but he is still just hanging out a little longer. It should be any day now... We have made progress and he is weighing a little over 6.5 pounds! WOW!! That is good for me!We are all very anxious to meet him! I'll be sure and keep everyone updated!

No baby yet!

2008-12-19T10:32:00.001-08:00

I feel huge and so ready to have this baby! Abby keeps asking everyday when her brother will be here! We may just be blessed with a Christmas baby! Who knows!! We are waiting patiently everyday! Yes.. I am only 35 weeks along but that is GREAT for me! The doctors call everyday to make sure I am still hanging in there.. I have my last progesterone shot on Monday and then YAY!!!! no more of those horrible shots!!! Wyatt is weighing in at 6 pounds! Thank you God for watching over me! I am ready to be a Mommy of 2 sweet Taylor kids! :)

Family Photo after the Program

2008-12-16T17:33:00.000-08:00

Christmas Program 2008- Age 2

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Abby not happy!

umm. not quite sure about this.

she spotted Daddy

Abby crying

Abby with two of her friends before the program.

Abbyhad her school program this morning.. She woke up sick and did not like her dress anymore, her shoes, her black tights etc.... It was rough morning. We finally got her to school and went into the auditorium to wait. She was excited about performing, but when she saw all the people, she burst into tears. Poor thing. By the end of the program, she had warmed up..

PACI UPDATE!

2008-12-07T11:00:00.000-08:00

1 week and no paci!!! WAY TO GO ABBY!!! We are so proud of you!!!!!
I go to the doctor tomorrow so I will have an update on Baby Wyatt! I will be 34 weeks next week! I am making it! Thank you so much for all of your prayers!

Gingerbread House

2008-12-04T10:32:00.000-08:00

Stephen bought Abby a (make your own gingerbread house) last week.. The day after Thanksgiving Abby and Stephen sat at the table and put it together.. It was soo cute and she was extremely excited! Stephen has been great about finding little things for them to do since I am not much help lately! Here are some pics of Abby and Stephen making it and then the final product!

PACI UPDATE!

2008-12-04T10:17:00.001-08:00

Abby has been without her Paci since Sunday! Yesterday she did not even ask for it! Bedtime has been pretty easy.. She now just picks out a stuffed animal or Barbie to sleep with. Also, a great friend of ours gave Wyatt a Country tunes Lullaby CD.. Abby loves it.. I have been putting that on at night and she is asleep by the 3rd or 4th song! Thanks Zac and Heather!
Way to go Abby! Mommy and Daddy are so proud of you!!!!

Still doing OK!!

2008-12-02T09:11:00.001-08:00

I had my doctor's appointment yesterday and everything is still ok! Wyatt is still getting big and is weighing in at 5 pounds 8 ounces! I am still on bedrest and will be 33 weeks tomorrow. Keep us in your prayers.. They are working!!!! I needed to make it to 34 weeks and I am almost there! We hope he stays put until Stephen returns on the 12th!!! We will keep you posted! On another note.. We are soooo proud of Abby! She will be 3 next month and has been extremely attached to her paci! We have tried and tried to get rid of it but nothing worked! On Sunday morning, she walked over to the trash can and threw them away.. Then she got down on the floor and just cried! It was so sad.. but Daddy took her to the toy store and let her pick out a prize. She has been doing so great! No paci now for 53 hours and counting! YAY ABBY!!!!! You are now a BIG GIRL!!!!!

WYATT UPDATE/BEDREST

2008-11-24T12:59:00.000-08:00

Well for some reason I knew this time was going to come again. I am on bedrest again! Dr. Friedman says everything looks great so thank goodness for those steroid shots! I am 32 week (almost) so Wyatt needs to just hang out a little longer. My doctor said if I can hold off for another 2-3 weeks we will be in good shape. He will definitely make his arrival before Christmas! :) He is weighing in at 5 pounds! That is great news! Please keep us in your prayers as we are hoping to avoid another NICU journey! If not, we surely know what to expect and how to handle the NICU. My sweet Abby spent a month there but I don't know if Daddy can handle that again! WE are all staying strong and in hopes I can make it another few weeks! Thanks to everyone for your help during this time! I know poor Abby is ready for all of this to be over! She wants her MOMMY to hold her!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEPHEN!

2008-11-19T13:18:00.000-08:00

Stephen's birthday was this past Sunday. Abby and got up early and made him his favorite blueberry muffins. She was so excited about taking it to him while he was still asleep. :) Then, we gave him his new wallet and overnight bag for his trips away from home. That night, we invited Grammy and Granpa to come along with us to our favorite place to eat, HB Japanese Steakhouse. Abby just LOVES it. She will eat everything they put in front of her. We had a great cook that night he let Stephen and Abby show off behind the stove and take a pic and wear the big red hat. Happy Birthday Stephen! WE LOVE YOU!

WOW

2008-11-15T18:24:00.000-08:00

So tomorrow I am having a BABY SHOWER for Wyatt. I can't believe I am actually attending one pregnant. Since Abby came so early, she was already born and in the hospital when I had my showers for her. I am very excited and can't wait to post pics! I will be 31 weeks on Wednesday and am so thankful I have made it this far without complications. GOD IS GOOD! Please keep those prayers coming that I make it to Christmas! Boy, that would be great!!! Abby is so excited about being a big sister! I can't believe that I will be a Mommy of 2 next month! How amazing!!!!!

Weekend Fun

2008-11-10T13:56:00.000-08:00

Abby met SANTA! She was so excited!!

Dancers from the Nutcracker Ballet (high school)

Another dancer

Abby watching the Dancers in amazement! She now wants to be a dancer!

Me and Abby at he Christmas Market

Abby and the MOUSE

Posing!

Stephen's Mom came over Saturday while he was out of town and spent the day with us! Here are a few photos from our weekend.

PICS from Playdate Shower

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Me and Abby

My nursing cover thanks to Johanna

Me, Johanna and Baby Roxy

Me, Brittany and baby Lincoln

Denise, Stacey who is due 4 weeks before me, me, and Amy

Amber and Me

BABY SHOWER and WYATT UPDATE

2008-11-06T08:22:00.000-08:00

This past Monday I had my first baby shower for Wyatt! My Stay at home Mommy Group gave me a shower. We had a blast.. all the kids played while we ate, played shower games and opened presents.
I am 29 weeks this week and Baby Wyatt is 3 pounds! He is growing so fast and praying everyday he stays put until around Christmas! No signs of pre term labor yet! THANK GOODNESS! The baby room is completed and will post pics soon. Abby is very excited and is practicing giving a bottle to her baby dolls as well as bathing them.
* I'll post pics later.. my computer is doing crazy things!

Abby as Dorothy from the WIZARD OF OZ minus her wig! hehehe

2008-11-01T14:07:00.001-07:00

Abby wanted to be Dorothy this year! SHE LOVES WIZARD OF OZ! I will post pics soon of her in the wig! She was sooo cute but the wig only stayed on long enough for a picture! She loved trick or treating this year!

Busy October

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Ashlyn and Abby at Chuck E Cheese

Aubrie and Abby at Chick Fil A

Abby at Ashlyn's birthday

Abby and friends at the birthday party

Abby and friends at Ashlyn's birthday party

Abby pooped with Daddy at Juanita's 50th birthday bash!

Grammy and Grandpa at Juanita's 50th birthday bash!
Abby getting ready to leave for Matthew's 4th birthday party!

This past week was soo busy! Abby has had soo fun birthdays that she has attended and playdates galore! Here are a few pics of this past week.

Donuts with Grandpa

2008-10-23T09:06:00.001-07:00

Stephen was traveling this week and was going to have to miss Doughnuts with Dad at her preschool.. I was so upset so I thought I would call Grandpa... He said absolutely! Here is Abby and Grandpa this past Tuesday at Doughnuts with Dad! Abby was soooo happy Grandpa came to school with her!

Birthday

2008-10-23T09:00:00.000-07:00

Last week was my 33rd birthday! I can't believe I am 33!!! On Friday morning, the 17th Abby and I went to Chuck E Cheese to celebrate my birthday with my friend Stacey and her daughter Ashlyn.. Abby thought it was so funny that I got a birthday sticker and tokens! :) Of course I gave them to her.. That night, Stephen and Abby took me to HB, our favorite Japanese Restaurant.. It was quite yummy! Then, they surprised me with a new watch! I needed one so bad! On Saturday, Grammy kept Abby for the night.. Stephen and I stayed in, rented movies and ordered take out and did nothing. It was wonderful. On Sunday, we headed over to pick up Abby. She was so excited to see me bc she had helped make me a birthday cake. It was the best birthday cake I have ever had because she made it! She was so happy... so it was a great day! Whataburger and Chocolate cake!!!!!

School Pictures!

2008-10-17T13:20:00.000-07:00

Here is Abby's preschool picture! What a doll!

Happy Birthday Brady!

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Abbey Grace and Abby

Amanda, Abbey Grace and Abby
Abbey Grace and Abby

I was very blessed to have had a wonderful next door neighbor when Stephen and I lived in our rental house. Bridgette, Nick, Abbey Grace, Josh, and Brady became like family to us! Although we have moved.. but only a few streets over, we still see each other ALL the time! This past weekend little Brady had his first birthday party. How fast this year has flown! Abby had a great time visiting with her friends.. especially Abbey Grace!!! I will post the pics of Little Brady when I get them.. he is a cutie!

First Haircut

2008-10-10T18:29:00.000-07:00

Abby and Mrs. Sandra

Checking out the hairdryer

I'm getting verrry sleepy.

Trimming the sides

Sitting still

Before pic..

For some reason, my sweet Abigail does not have much hair. People ask me all the time if I cut it that short. NO!! Poor thing wants LONG hair sooo bad. I told her it would be long very soon. It was growing kind of funky so I took her in while I was home in Mississippi. Sandra, the lady that used to cut my hair when I was little, just happened to have some time Sunday morning for us to drop in before our flight back to Houston.. So we loaded everyone up in the car to take the 5 minute drive to the hair salon. My Mom was able to come with us for her daily walk since it was so close to the house. I am so excited she was there with us for this. Since she lives so far, she misses alot of Abby's firsts. Abby was sooo excited. She sat very still the entire time. Now her hair has a little shape to it. hehehee... Maybe by the time she starts kindergarten she will have long hair. She wants to wear a ponytail like Mommy.

What a weekend!

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Abby and Papaw

Abby waiting for Londen and checking out the flowers

Peekaboo... Abby met a little friend and rode a ride with her

Weeeeeeee.. Abby and Londen
Abby and Granpa Mike

Abby and I flew to Mississippi this past Thursday. My Mom called earlier in the week to let me know she was going to be admitted to the hospital for surgery. My Mom had two arteries that were 99% blocked to her heart. She had surgery Thursday morning and received a stint and balloon in each. Abby and I arrived late Thursday with my Dad patiently waiting for us at the airport. My Mom usually comes with him and I could tell he was a little nervous. I was very anxious to get to the hospital on Friday.. Abby was so excited to see Mamaw and Papaw and of course Parris and Londen. My Mom was able to go home that weekend. Thank goodness she is ok. While she rested, we took Abby to the fair. Thanks to my Dad, I was able to go. My doctor told me I could not over do it on the trip, so my Dad rented me a Scooter for the fair! It was nice and I sat the entire time I was at the fair. Thank you Londen for riding all of the rides with Abby! She had a blast!!! I sure wish we could have stayed longer! I am now not allowed to travel until after the baby is born. So the holidays will take place at our home this year. Sunday night Abby and I headed back to Texas and Stephen and his Dad met us at the airport. Abby enjoyed getting to see Grandpa Mike for a few days! I am exhausted and will take some time to rest the next few days!!! Oh.... and Monday we had an ultrasound and Baby Wyatt is getting big! He is getting close to 2 pounds! WOW! Dr. Friedman says there are no signs of pre term labor and I may end up going all the way this time!

Wyatt's Room

2008-09-29T18:35:00.000-07:00

A girl is coming over soon to paint Wyatt's room. Stephen is actually painting the walls for me this weekend, but someone else is coming to draw the airplanes on the walls. I can't wait to see it.. Here is what it will look like.

Just Because

2008-09-29T18:31:00.000-07:00

The other day Abby and I decided to bake a cake. For some reason, this time being pregnant I am craving chocolate quite a bit.. so a cake sounded great! Abby is very helpful and loves to put all the ingredients in and then use the hand mixer.. she is getting quite good at it. Her favorite part... licking the bowl... It was a yummy cake and gone a couple of days later.. I wonder who ate most of it.. :)

Getting back to normal!

2008-09-22T12:26:00.000-07:00

WOW! The past two weeks have been crazy! First, we started remodeling our new home, moved in, and then 2 days later, a hurricane!!! Luckily, we did not have any damage to our home.. but we have been without cable and internet for 2 weeks! THANK YOU COMCAST for coming this morning! We are getting settled and Abby loves her new room. We moved her into a full size bed and she stays in there quite a lot! I am doing good.. I have almost reach 23 weeks and started my "fun" weekly progesterone shots. Dr. Friedman is keeping a close eye on me this time around. We are also working on baby Wyatt's room.. I think that is his name. We both like it and agree on it but Stephen has a hard time calling him Wyatt until he sees him so he just says "the baby"! hehehe! Anyway his full name will probably be Charles Wyatt Taylor and we will call him Wyatt. Charles is my Dad's name and we are honoring him because this will be his only grandson. He is going to have a vintage airplane theme room in honor of Stephen's grandpa who was an airplane pilot. As soon as I get some pics downloaded, I will post those too...

What a BIG GIRL!!

2008-09-02T10:00:00.000-07:00

We were so lucky to find Grace Preschool last year. She started in their toddler program and is now in the 2's class with Mrs. Mikie and Mrs. Teri. They are so sweet and I know she is going to have a great day. She has 7 girls in the class and 3 boys. Me, on the other hand, was so sad.. It broke my heart dropping her off. I can't believe she is almost 3! Abby's biggest fear today was having an accident since she is now potty trained. She wanted to make sure a potty was near by and who she was supposed to tell.. It was so cute! She had her backpack on ready for her day!

What a Gift!

2008-08-26T12:11:00.000-07:00

Profile of our little guy!

Another one with prayer hands!

It is a BOY!!

We found out yesterday that we are going to have a baby BOY! Abby is going to have a baby brother.. She was not too sure about a boy when the nurse told her but now it is all she talks about! I wish Stephen could have been there.. He was so excited! One of each.. A precious little girl and now a handsome little man to add to our family.

Thank you Mom for coming and going with me yesterday! It meant so much to have you there! Your first Grandson!!!

DONE!

2008-08-20T12:32:00.000-07:00

We closed on our new home Monday and I am sooo excited! We have been non stop since then and I am so tired. Abby and I just got finished packing a few more boxes and I don't think I can do anything else the rest of the day.. Being pregnant, caring for a toddler AND moving is really hard! Thanks goodness my Mom is flying in tomorrow! We are so excited to have her stay with us until Monday.. I guess we will all sit on the floor! We don't have a couch or chair anymore! We sold everything and waiting to get our new couch and chair. Oh yeah.. the TV and entertainment center went too.. So we are watching TV on a little TV that was in Stephen's office. That is our next purchase when Stephen returns next week. Alot is happening around here.. I will send pics of the house as soon as possible... We are going over there tomorrow to show my Mom and wait for all the people to get there.. We are changing all the floors, countertops, carpet, etc... fun! fun!
AND.. Monday is the big day.. We find out the sex of our new addition!

Following in her Mommy and Daddy's footsteps!

2008-08-13T13:11:00.000-07:00

I just LOVE this pic.. makes me wanna cry! A singer in the making!

Yesterday afternoon, Abby had her friends Taryn and Aubrie over to play. In Stephen's office, which is also our place for storing our boxes right now, I overheard Abby on the microphone singing as loud as she could.. YES.. we have an AMP, guitar and mic with a mic stand in the office.. She was singing the theme song from The LITTLE MERMAID and TWINKLE TWINKLE LITTLE STAR. She was so proud of her self and WOULD not get down off of the stool. This is where it all began for me and for Stephen. As most of you know, both of our passions is music and especially singing! You never know.. we may just be moving BACK to Nashville in about 20 years watching our baby girl try to make it big!

Counting down the days!

2008-08-12T12:45:00.000-07:00

We have been so busy lately, I have not taken any pics or had time to blog! We are closing on our house on the 18th and I am sooo excited! We went yesterday to measure for new countertops and flooring.. We have been spending every minute packing and getting things ready for the movers. They come on the 9th of September. I am so sad to leave our wonderful neighbors.. The Bensons and the Swaenopoels have been such wonderful neighbors and I hate to leave them.. BUT... we will only be a few streets over.. YEP.. we bought in the same neighborhood that we have been renting in for the past 2 years. This location is awesome.. we are close to everything, great schools and great people. As soon as I can, I will post pics of the house and of my growing belly. I said this time around I would be much better at taking weekly pics. So tomorrow I will take my WEEK 17 pic. Abby has been sick lately so we have not been doing too much.. She loves the pool so I have been taking her swimming and I have been enjoying my water aerobics at Lifetime Fitness! Abby goes back to school on the 2nd of September and also starts her new gymnastics class AND she is going to be in the choir at church. What a busy 2 year old! Check back tomorrow for some pics.

Baby Taylor Update

2008-08-07T12:23:00.000-07:00

I went for my 16 week check up today and everything looks great! Thank goodness! Dr. Friedman says this one is quite active.. He/she was moving all over the place today so it took him forever to find the heartbeat. When he did, it was very strong!! I am just thrilled! We will find out the sex of the baby on August 25th! Stephen, unfortunately will be traveling on this day so Abby and I will make the doctor visit together.. She keeps telling me it is a girl.. we shall see!

SHE DID IT!

2008-08-03T07:30:00.000-07:00

My little girl is growing up! After months of wondering if she would ever become potty trained, I read a post on my good friend Cindy's blog. She put up a chart. Eventhough I had put up many charts before, this one seem to have clicked with Abby.. After she used the big potty 5 times, she got ice cream.. When she reached 5 stickers for the first time, we went for ice cream at 8 P.M.!!!! Yes that is right!! But.. it worked.. As soon as she kept reaching that 5th sticker, we went to Dairy Queen no matter what time it is.. Yes.. Dairy Queen is HUGE in Texas and Abby loves their ice cream cone dipped in chocolate..When we filled the chart, I took her to the toy store where she got to get two prizes.. She chose a Sleeping Beauty barbie that goes in the bathtub and a new Groovy Girl doll.. And I bought her some new BIG GIRL PANTIES!! WAY TO GO ABBY!!!!!!!! Now time to get rid of that Paci! I think the Paci Fairy may come in a couple of weeks! She is so attached to that paci... ugh!

Princess Dress Up

2008-08-03T07:25:00.000-07:00

Abby just loves to dress up in her princess outfits. When Aubrie comes over, they put on a fashion show for me.. They were so cute today so I decided to take their picture! Well.. actually Stephen did. I am hiding behind Aubrie.. They were playing hairdresser and decided to fix my hair. That pic will come at a later date! What a pair! Aubrie will be starting Kindergarten this year.. I can't believe it!

Florida Vacation

2008-07-25T13:02:00.000-07:00

The family

Our Condo

Abby holding her breath about to put her face in the water

Me and Abby

Abby riding the elephant

Ripley's Museum

Abby eating a pickle and watching Londen play softball

Abby getting tired

Abby and Mommy

Weee.. I love this ride!

Abby with Mamaw and Papaw

Abby on another ride

Playing in the sand

swimming in the ocean

Abby

Abby and mommy

We just returned from our wonderful vacation in Florida. We met my parents and my sister and her family in Panama City for a much needed week vacation.. My parents were going down anyway to watch my two nieces, Londen and Parris in the World Series Softball Tournament... so we decided to go as well and stay with my parents in their condo.. Abby had so much fun playing at the pool. She was not crazy about the sand at the beach, so she enjoyed the pool EVERY morning and every night until in closed. We also went to the softball games and wow it was sooo hot. We took Abby to some of the amusement places around Panama and she loved riding the go carts with Stephen! The picture of us with the VERY TALL man was taken at the Ripley's Believe or Not Museum.. Hope you enjoy our pics! Thanks Mamaw and Papaw for a great trip to the beach!

The FUTURE Miss America!

2008-07-14T12:55:00.000-07:00

I thought this was so cute! She loves to play dress up!!!

Family Weekend!

2008-07-13T15:16:00.001-07:00

On Saturday, Stephen and I took Abby to the Museum of Natural History. We had a wonderful time! The best part was the Butterfly Garden. Abby was amazed that the butterflies would just come up and land on your hand. She also enjoyed the movie at the Planetarium.. We took a break from our tour and headed outside to have a picnic. She thought it was so fun to eat outside on a blanket. We had a great day! Now, on Tuesday, Abby and I will join our friends Mrs. Bridgett, Abbey Grace and Josh for a trip to the Children's Museum.

Our NEWS!!

2008-07-10T11:26:00.000-07:00

We are so thrilled to announce that Abby is going to be a big sister! A new addition to our family will join us sometime late Jan. 2009!! Please keep us in your prayers as we hope to make it full term with this one!!!

BLANCO

2008-07-01T13:06:00.000-07:00

Abby and Morgan!

Morgan

Abby and Great Grandma Laura

Searching for BUGS!

Riding the tractor with daddy

Yummy! Ice cream

Annie and Sayde the weenie dogs

Our Precious Ruby

Picking tomatoes

WOW!

This past weekend, Abby and I tagged along with Stephen while he worked in San Antonio and Austin. Luckily, Grandma lives in Blanco which is close to both cities so we stayed with her! Abby had such a good time! She got to pick carrots and tomatoes out of the garden, swim, feed the horses, chase deer (ha), play in the sand box, swing, chase all 4 weenie dogs around, and ride the tractor with daddy! It was also great to see Aunt Jenni and baby cousin Morgan! Thanks Grandma! We had a wonderful time!!! Thanks for all the yummy food!

Abby and Jackson!

2008-06-24T16:49:00.000-07:00

Abby and I went to Katy Mills Mall with my friend Amber and her son Jackson! Abby and Jackson seem to really like each other! They held hands as we walked through the mall! We had a great time Amber! lets do it again!!!!

DOROTHY!!!!

2008-06-24T16:42:00.000-07:00

Grandma Laura made Abby this Dorothy dress! Abby is obsessed with THE WIZARD OF OZ! The other day, she wanted to wear it to Pump it Up to show all of her friends! She even wants to sleep in it!

The House that Grandpa Built!

2008-06-24T16:40:00.000-07:00

Grandpa built Abby the coolest play house! Thank you so much! Grammy thank you for painting and decorating it! This playhouse has electricity, ceiling fan, loft and a skylight.. thanks to Daddy! We can't wait to come spend the night again!!!

A day out with Mommy

2008-06-24T16:32:00.000-07:00

I don't go into downtown Houston unless it is to eat lunch with Grammy or a doctor's appointment or something.. This city is soooo big, I just end up getting lost every time I go.. Well, last Friday, I had to go into town.. With Abby in tow, I decided we would make a day out of it. Because our favorite little place, The Castle, was closed for repairs, we drove into Sugarland. We visited the Children's Museum and had a nice time. Afterwards, we went across the street and had lunch and dessert at this cute CAFE"! The cookies were a hit. Abby was presented a plate with 3 cookies and they let her decorate them. Then off to Sweet and Sassy for a manicure and pedicure. This was Abby's first visit to the little spa so she thought it was GREAT! She sat patiently while they painted her toes and fingers! After a full day, she fell asleep as soon as we got in the car! What a day!

Where a kid can be a kid!

2008-06-16T11:55:00.000-07:00

We had such a wonderful father's day weekend! Wish I had pics, but until just a few hours ago, I found the missing camera card! I did happend to scan a pic of Miss Abby and me while we made an afternoon trip to Chuck E Cheese... Chuck E Cheese is located about 6 minutes from our house.. So, we go quite often.. Because it is SOOOO hot right now, we decided to do something indoors and Chuck E Cheese was the first place she mentioned! After 2 hours of playing games, eating pizza, and trading tickets for prizes, I managed to get her to sit still to take a pic!

A QUOTE FROM MISS ABBY TAYLOR

2008-06-13T11:56:00.001-07:00

Abby will just die one day when she reads this.. This is what she said last night. She wanted to take a bath with me soo....

"Mommy, you have such big boobies.. My Ariel has big boobies too. I have little ones. I sure would like ones that look like yours.. Where do my get them?"

Visit to Mississippi

2008-06-13T11:47:00.000-07:00

Abby and I made the annual trip to MS for our Jones Family Reunion. We got there on Thursday, the 5th and attended Parris and Londen's fast pitch softball game at Northwest Rankin. I can't believe they are both on the same team.. Parris will be in 7th grade and made the high school team. Abby had a blast hanging out with her older cousins and their friends. The reunion started Friday night at my aunt's house in Brandon. Then, Saturday morning, everyone came to my mom's house for lots of food, swimming, jumping in the bounce houses and creeping through the 50 foot inflatable maze. We went fishing, swam some more, ate more, etc.. It was great to all of my aunts, uncles,and cousins from all over. There were relatives from Mississippi, Georgia, Texas, Florida, etc.. We had a great time. After sleeping in really late on Sunday, Abby and I spent the rest of the day swimming. She is getting so brave and ready for her swim lessons (she starts June 23rd.) She was jumping off the diving board in her floaties! Monday was pretty relaxing.. we stayed around the house and played with Trigger the dog, Londen and Parris. Then we were off to the airport Tuesday morning. Abby loves flying and is now a frequent flyer on Southwest! I would show you some pics but I forgot my camera card still in Stephen's office back in Texas. So, I don't have any pics! But we had a wonderful time! Thank you Mamaw and Papaw! We had a great time! We are looking forward to seeing everyone in July in Panama City! We can't wait!!!

My Little Gymnast

2008-05-29T19:51:00.001-07:00

Abby finished another semester at Little Gym! We start a new session next week! She got her ribbon this Tuesday and she was so excited! She had to do her forward roll, monkey jumps, donkey kicks, table top, walk the beam and do her flips on the high and low bar. Way to go Abby!!!

Grace Preschool

2008-05-21T20:27:00.000-07:00

Mommy and Abby

Brett giving Abby a hug and Kiss

Elise and Abby...

Abby Posing.

The class...

Brett and my friend Cammie

Elise and my friend Stacy

Last week, Abby finished her first year of preschool. She was in the toddler program on Mondays and Wednesdays. She loved going and will miss her friends this summer. Abby's friend Elise will be moving to Dallas this summer.. We promise to come and visit. We love you guys. Congrats Abby.. You have "graduated" to the 2's class for next year!!

A visit from Mamaw!!!

2008-05-18T19:28:00.001-07:00

Thank you Mamaw for coming to visit us! We had so much fun!!! See you in a few weeks!!

SPECIAL!

2008-05-12T07:56:00.000-07:00

Mother's Day weekend, Stephen, Abby, Grammy and I drove to Blanco, Texas to spend Mother's Day with Abby's Great Grandma.. We had fun playing in the sprinkler, swinging out on the frontporch, watering the garden, looking for deer, fox, guineas, horses, etc, fishing, wading through the stream, and so on!!! On Sunday morning, we loaded up the car and headed to Gruene Hall near New Braunfels, Texas.. Gruene (pronounced Green) Hall is the oldest dance hall in Texas.. Many movies and commercials have been filmed there and MANY country acts have played there, including George Strait! They had a Mother's Day brunch at Gruene Hall with a Gospel Band. As you can see in the pics.. Abby danced the entire time! We also enjoyed eating brunch with Joye, Brad, Jenni, Travis and Baby Morgan!

After returning to Houston that afternoon, Stephen took us to Tokyo Hibachi Grill for dinner! This was Abby's first experience at a Japanese restaurant! SHE LOVED IT! I posted a pic of her eating the soup! She told the cook he did a great job! We will definitely return to the Tokyo grill! After dinner, we headed out for Ice Cream at Cold Stone Creamery! Thank you Abby and STephen for a wonderful Mother's Day! I love you both very much!

MOM, if you are reading this, I hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day! I so missed spending it with you! I love you so much and we look forward to your trip to see us this weekend! We have a GREAT weekend planned for you!

THANK YOU!!

2008-05-03T16:47:00.000-07:00

I am a little late at posting this.. but last week was our MARCH FOR BABIES WALK! We began our 5 mile walk last Sunday on the campus of The University of Houston. Abby did great traveling in style in her little wagon! We raised almost 1000 dollars thanks to you! I can't thank Grammy enough for walking with us and making Abby's precious outfit and buttons for us to wear! We love you! Also thanks to Jessica and Juanita for their support and for walking with us! What a great cause and we will definitely be doing it again next year in honor of Abby!

FAMILY WEEKEND!!

2008-04-20T16:56:00.000-07:00

Stephen took the day off on Friday and we decided to take Abby out to Memorial City Mall . They have a GREAT play area called the castle and a huge 2 story carousel to ride! After spending the day out there, we came back and put up Abby's little tent in the backyard! She thought that was awesome! It came with a little sleeping bag and water bottle! On Saturday, we took Abby to the WWII Airshow at the airport here in Katy. We took her last year and she LOVED the airplanes. Same thing this year! She loved it. She was smiling the entire time and thought it was so neat to get in the planes! Thank you Stephen for a wonderful weekend! We had so much fun! I LOVE YOU!

Friends from College (Angela and Amy)

2008-04-15T06:56:00.000-07:00

A friend of mine sent me this pic that was taken at Robin's baby shower! It was great to visit with everyone! Angela, the girl on the left, lived downstairs from me in my freshman dorm. She grew up in Hattiesburg and was friends with Robin, my Hattiesburg roomate! The girl in the middle, Amy, was one of my saviors through college! Amy and I had the same major in college so we saw each other every day! We spent alot of time together in college and so miss hanging out with her! She moved to Galveston after college then off to Los Angeles with Angela a few years after that! They both married and each of them have precious little boys! It was so good to see both of you at the shower!!!!

MARCH FOR BABIES!!

2008-04-11T11:27:00.000-07:00

WOW! I can't believe we have already reached our goal of $500.00! And as of today we are now at $530.00!! Thanks to all of you who donated!

Check out my hair!

2008-04-06T12:55:00.001-07:00

ICING!!mmmmmmm! Thanks Mommy!!

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WE love the FIRETRUCKS!! woo hoo!

2008-04-06T12:22:00.000-07:00

Last week, I went with my Stay At Home Mom's play group to the fire station. Abby loves the firetrucks! She should! The firestation is right across the street from our house! You can look over our fence and there it is! We went last Tuesday and took them a cake to say THANK YOU!!!

Spring Break and Easter Fun

2008-03-24T08:21:00.000-07:00

We had such a fun and busy Spring Break. I kept Abby quite busy! We started off with her Easter party at school which was SOO cute! She had so much fun finding eggs with her friends and making crafts with her teachers, Ms. Kathy and Ms. Lisa.. The week went on with a trip to the Children's Museum, Gymnastics, the park, Pump it Up, fishing, out to eat many times, and off to Great Grandma Laura's house in Blanco, Texas.. Stephen's entire family was there for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt and fun with Abby's cousin's, Ashley and baby Morgan!

JOHNNY ROCKETS

2008-03-12T11:41:00.000-07:00

This past weekend, Stephen and I took Abby out to dinner to Johnny Rockets. For those of you who don't know, Johnny Rockets is one of those 50s Diners that is soo cute. We have one right by our house and we were in the mood for a hamburger. Abby loved it. The waiters and waitresses line dance around the restaurant every 30 minutes so guess who was dancing too, ABBY! Anyway, I took a picture of Abby and Stephen when we got there! Love this pic!

Check out my cake!

2008-03-10T11:18:00.000-07:00

Ok.. so I am not creative at all! I am by no means crafty! But.. I was so proud of my BUNNY cake I made today! Abby is going to be so excited when she gets home! Thanks to my Mother-in-law for the cute idea!

RODEO DAY HOUSTON!!!!!

2008-03-05T08:12:00.000-08:00

For those of you who don't know, Houston has the LARGEST indoor Rodeo in the United States! It starts the very end of February with a BBQ cook off and carnival and then continues for 3 weeks with some of the largest country acts performing each night! And, of course, Hannah Montana! I thought the Mississippi Rodeo was big... ummm.. no! This event is HUGE! Another big event that happens is Rodeo Day. Each school has Rodeo Day where you wear your western outfit and have fun activities all day! Well, today is Rodeo Day at Abby's school! Here she is before I took her this morning! A TRUE TEXAN! Boy is her daddy proud!

Hanging out with Aubrie!

2008-03-04T11:18:00.000-08:00

Mondays around our house are always so much fun! I take Abby and our neighbor, Aubrie, to preschool on Mondays and Wednesdays! But on Monday, after I pick them up from preschool, Aubrie comes to our house to play! Today it was rainy and cold outside so I put in Cinderella III in, popped some popcorn, and made some Kool-Aid!! They thought it was so much fun.. And after that, Abby wanted to "try" to play Connect 4! HA! Thanks for coming to play Aubrie!

Our 2 week trip to Mississippi and DISNEY WORLD

2008-02-20T11:02:00.001-08:00

Abby and Cinderella

Abby twirling for Cinderella

Wow! After 2 weeks of being away, I was ready to get back to Texas! We started our vacation heading to Mississippi. My parents were so excited to see us! The next morning, Abby spent the day with my mom and dad while I traveled to Hattiesburg for the day. My friend Robin had a Sip N See for her new baby girl, Ava! It was great visiting with all of my college friends and seeing Robin! Robin was my college roommate and my Maid of Honor in my wedding! I am so glad I got a chance to visit with and meet baby AVA! After the shower, I headed back home and the next day was the RODEO! The Rodeo is a tradition in my family! We had had the same FRONT ROW seats every since I was a little girl! Abby loved seeing all the horses and was so excited every time they came out of the shute.. I think that is how you spell it. She even got to ride a pony! We also visited with friends and Abby met a new friend named Emma Beckwith! Cindy, thank you for having us over for a playdate! My parents kept Abby pretty busy all week! With playing at Gattitown, shopping, feeding the chickens, playing with Trigger the dog, and staying up extra late, we were pretty worn out.. but... DISNEY was just a few days away! Abby and I said goodbye to my parents and hopped on a plane to Orlando! We were both missing daddy! Stephen was already in Orlando for a business trip! I did pretty good traveling by myself with Abby, stroller, 3 carry ons and 3 big suitcases, getting the luggage off the Baggage Claim, catching a cab, checking in the hotel, etc.. all by myself!

We arrived in Orlando and went straight to our hotel, THE PORTOFINO, which was located on the UNIVERSAL STUDIOS grounds. Stephen's convention was held nearby so we stayed here instead of Disney! I tackled Universal Studios by myself the first 2 days while Stephen was working! We rode ET ( which scared her to death), played with Scooby Doo and Friends, Shrek, when to WhooVILLE, but best of all, Abby got to see BARNEY! WOW... she was in Heaven! After 2 days of Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and the City Walk, we moved over to our new hotel near Magic Kingdom for a few days of Disney! Thanks goodness Stephen was with me this time! It was pretty tough carrying a 2 year old around everywhere alone!! Magic Kingdom was the highlight of our trip! All Abby cared about doing was meeting Cinderella! We had 2 scheduled dinners with Cinderella, Prince Charming, the Wicked Stepmother and her 2 step sisters! This was so much fun! Abby was in heaven!!! I think she dreamed of Cinderella the entire time we were at Disney. We met almost all of the characters, but Abby was not to thrilled about them getting close enough to snap a picture, so the majority of our pics are with Cinderella! The highlight was eating with her at the Castle! We got to go upstairs at the castle for the ROYAL BALL! I have video of Abby and Cinderella dancing, hugging, twirling, etc! She loved the rides, especially Peter Pan's Flight, Pooh Bear's Adventure and It's a Small world.. I think we rode those 3 rides MANY times!!! I had such a wonderful time and can't wait to go again!! Enjoy a few of our pics!!!