Old School

Alan, Elke, Jeff, & Me

Alan, Dane, Jeff, & Jamas

Erin, Me, & Elke

Are we really this old? Jeff just had his 10 year high school reunion. How was it you ask? Well, let's just say it was nice to have a date night without kids and the girls to keep me company while my hubby reverted back to his giddy, teenage self....which is one of the many qualities I love about him!

What is Blik

I am loving all of the fun wall decals that are out right now. I got this one before McKay was born and finally finished putting it up a few weeks ago.

8&9 Weeks

Jet Setter

We took McKay on his first big tripper to the Vegas at 7 weeks old. He did so good, not one peep on the airplane! What a trooper we have.

Secret Confessions

Ok, so I have this secret to confess...I am a closet cutter, of hair that is. I stretch out my visits to the hair salon as long as possible until I absolutely cannot stand it anymore ... 1) because it is a royal, time consuming pain; and 2) for economic purposes...it isn't exactly cheap if you know what I mean. Inevitably, it gets to the point that I wind up reaching for the scissors in the drawer only to make matters worse and find myself with a sink full of hair and regrets. My next visit to the salon I shamefully admit to my bad habit before the, "Who cut your hair last?" question comes up...which I've gotten several times. Well, hey at least I've never reached for the razor...

6 weeks

Body Movin

"Ahhh"

"Woo-hoo"

"Huuuuummmm"

"Hi-yah"

Love the binky

We Escaped!

We finally managed to escape the house! Three weeks later, besides the few short trips here and there, McKay had his first real outing...and what better place to go than the beach?! He was perfectly content just lounging...not to mention I finally felt like a human again ;) Ah, life doesn't get much better than a beautiful, sunny day at the beach!

More pics...

On our own. My Mom was so very wonderful to come down and help out with McKay for the first 2 weeks...what a life savor! She cleaned my house, did my laundry, she even made my bed for me!...the list goes on. We love you and miss you so very much! ...my bed has yet to be made since you left ;) Thank you Grandma!

The Grand Entrance

7.16.08: Found the hospital
7.17.08: Finished packing for the hospital
7.18.08: McKay Jefferson Yates born 11:12am. 5 lbs 11 oz.

I know it may sound cliche but I couldn't possibly love anything more! The labor & delivery was a bit crazy...we checked into the hospital at 11:05 am and little guy came out at 11:12am. Barely made it! I was pretty convinced that he was going to make the big entrance in our car...what a ride! McKay's giving mommy the "initiation" into parenthood...had a few scares, sleepless nights, & learning curves but couldn't love him more!

Happy Five!

Time does fly when you're having fun! I can't believe that it's already been 5 great years together! We've done so much, accomplished so many things, and only have more good times ahead of us! I am so happy to have such a wonderful husband, best friend, and eternal companion at my side. Thanks honey for all that you do and for always keeping me laughing! xoxo

Keys!

It's official! Today we closed on our new home/townhouse! We are SO excited and can't wait to settle in! Before we migrate completely, Jeff and I will be painting and having our wood flooring installed. The plan is to be completely in after the 4th of July weekend...YAY! Can't wait! We have an extra room so come VISIT us!...more pics to follow.

Baby Shower 6.14.08

Wow! Thank you Jodie & Carolyn for putting together such a fabulous shower! & thank you to everyone for coming out from near and far to celebrate McKay with me! It was absolutely perfect! I am so lucky to have so many amazing people in my life! The count down is on....6 wks to go!

Spring Fling

Spring is my most favorite time of the year. Everything is in bloom, the sun is shining, and I must include that I always love the new spring fashions that arrive! The flower field pics above are in Carlsbad...how lucky am I to live in such a beautiful place!?!
A-mazing!