New Pictures

So, for all you whiners out there that want pictures, here you go!! Unfortunately, I don't have any pictures of NJ. I know that is what you all really wanted to see. I do, however, have some more recent pictures of my children....want to see??


Micole as a flower girl, Brett and Ty,



first dinner in our new house

Caitlin, Kage, Micole, and Ty

Life on the East Coast

So, we have been in good ol NJ for a couple of weeks now. Our house is still a mess as we are still trying to go through boxes. There is only so much one person can do when they have two kids to deal with in the process. Brett has been good to help, but when he comes home, it feels like we have a ton of errands to run and things to get figured out. I will be glad when things get settled and we can have a normal routine going on. Micole started preschool this last week. She goes 2 days a week for 3 hours, and can I say I love having a little time just me and Ty. I end up running to the base about 4 times in 4 hours, but it is nice to have a little free time. Next year, Micole will go to preschool 5 days a week and ride a school bus. That is how it is done here. Where we are is kind of nice because it is more country. I have decided that when I have a little bit of free time, with no kids, I am going to start driving around with my camera. I see so many picturesque fences, silos, and houses. It is even going to get better when the leaves really start changing colors. So because we are in the country, we have to drive about 30 minutes to get anywhere. That anywhere could be 15 miles away, it still takes you about 30 minutes to get there. We have ventured out because we have had some shopping we just couldn't do where we are at. Mapquest is quickly becoming our friend, but I think we are going to break down and buy us a GPS system. I never thought I would be one of those people, but around here, you really don't have much of a choice. One thing that Brett and I have decided we really don't like are jughandles. Jughandles are on the right hand side of the street and in some places, if you want to make a left hand turn or a U-turn, you have to take a jughandle on the right side. These jughandles can either be before you need to turn, or after. Let me tell you, they really make life complicated, especially if you don't know where you are going and you miss it!! Things are going good, and we are getting use to living on the East Coast. I think we just may survive!!

First Look at NJ

So, I am officially in New Jersey. I can't say I am really impressed at the moment! It was a long flight with two little kids by myself, but they really did do pretty well. The frustrating stuff came after we got off the plane. The people we had asked to pick us up ended up not having room for all of us in their little tiny car, so we ended up having to rent a car in the middle of Labor Day weekend. The agent at the car rental place was very nice and super helpful. I was really thankful for all of her help. The first thing that happened when we crossed the NJ border was get passed by someone who was flipping us off. What hospitality!! Especially when I hadn't done anything but drive the speed limit. I didn't even cut them off! We also were rudely honked at by someone passing us. Really people!! We ended up taking the back way to the base and needless to say, it has been quite the long day!

It's Official!!!

It is official. We finally have a moving date. Our lives have been so up in the air that I can hardly believe we are almost ready to move to Jersey. I bought our plane tickets for the kids and me to fly out on the 5th of September and the moving van leaves on the 2nd (my parents graciously volunteered to drive it). Brett is already there and starting his processing and holding down the fort. We have a house on base and I am so excited. We are just waiting for the construction to be finished. Yes!!! We are moving into a brand new house!!! I am so excited. The last couple of days I have been trying to get things packed and this morning Micole asked me if we were done packing!! I only wish!!! I am excited to start our adventure and to live with my husband again, but I am sad to be leaving all our family and friends behind.

New Pictures

I know, I know, I am so bad about posting to my blog. In my defense, I am spending my time chasing after a 3 year old and trying to figure out my newborn. Anyways, Houston and Audrey (brother and sister-in-law) were here with my cute little nephew, Kage, so I finally downloaded my pictures. Here are some new ones of Ty and some of Kage. Here they are for your enjoyment!!

My nephew Kage

I took Ty to the doctor yesterday for his 8 week check up. He weighed in at 11 lbs 7 oz and 22 inches long. He is growing like a weed and is super sweet. He just started smiling and laughing. Micole and I are having fun trying to figure out what makes him smile. It is awesome!!

God Bless America!

With the approach of the 4th of July, I have found myself thinking more and more about our country and patriotism. I was talking to my mother-in-law and both of us agreed that we are more aware of patriotism in our nation since Brett joined the Air Force. It is amazing to me how the experiences in our lives make such an impact on our patriotism. I am so thankful for those men and women who are sacrificing and fighting for our country. THANK YOU!!

Our Little Man

I know I have taken forever to post these pictures of our little man, but what can I say, it is harder with 2 kids than one. I definitely don't get much sleep!! So, here are some pictures for you all to enjoy!!

Our Little Family


Proud Big Sister

Micole is so cute with Ty. There are definitely times when I think she loves him too much. She loves to hold him, kiss him, and hug him. She is such a big help when I am changing his diaper and picking out clothes for him to wear. She loves to just watch him. If anyone asks if they can take him home with them, she quickly replies, "No! He can't go home with you!" We are so thankful for our little man and the sweet spirit he has brought into our home.