As I was typing this, every month had something to do with Landon. It is crazy how a little one changes your world. It was a stretch on some months to branch out to something different. However, 2011 is definitely a year to remember!
January: Kurtis and I were patiently waiting the arrival of our little one. We were busy doing last minute preparations. We also went out on a date every Friday during this month to enjoy our time as a couple before our lives changed to a family of 3.
February: Of course our son Landon Thomas Dudo was born on February 12th! Being a parent has been one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. We are so blessed to have a healthy little boy. He definitely brings joy and smiles to our lives.
March: Kurtis' mother came to stay with us for about a week. While she was here we celebrated my 27th birthday. She even brought me a chocolate cake!
April: April was the month I was dreading the most out of the year; returning back to work after being home for 7 weeks was hard. We had an awesome daycare provider set up which made the transition a little easier but it was still hard to leave my little man behind. A perk of going back to work was that I only had 5 weeks left before summer break. My maternity sub also did a great job so it was easy to pick up where she had left off.
May: In May, Kurtis and I bought me a new ride!! I have wanted a SUV for a long time to get me through the snow, so we bought a new Chevy Equinox. I absolutely love it!
June: We traveled to Big Springs, Nebraska to celebrate Kurtis' Grandma's 90th birthday. His family rented out the town's Bed and Breakfast for the entire weekend. While we were there I was able to meet his entire mom's side of the family including all his cousins.
July: On the road again.... we traveled to Hays, Kansas to my parents' house to celebrate the 4th of July. My Aunt and her family came from Houston, Texas to visit as well. It was the first time they were able to meet Landon. We also traveled to Scottsbluff to celebrate the marriage of my former teaching partner Amy!
August: Kurtis and I were approached by our doctor about the flat spot on Landon's head for months prior to August and we figured it was time we seeked out advice. We went to Omaha to the Children's Hospital for a first opinion. After leaving we were very very confused on what we should do. After getting a second opinion from a doctor in Kearney we were reassured that it was something that needed to be done. We are so thankful we did it! We have seen nothing but major improvements. I also started my 5th year teaching!
September: Go Big Red! Oh how we love football season! Kurtis and I were able to go to one game this year. I guess it is better than none. We also spent this month at various friends' houses watching our favorite team play. Landon loved supporting the Huskers in his own jersey! Landon grew so fast during the football season that he went through 2 Husker jersey's and 1 Husker shirt.
October: We are fortunate that there are lots of pumpkin patches around Grand Island. Landon and I went to the Scarecrow Patch with some of my friends from school and their kiddos one day. Then my school staff got together one Saturday at Helgoth's Pumpkin Patch to play. I can't wait until Landon is a little older to enjoy it more. Until then, he loved the corn box!
November: On the road again... Landon, myself, and my parents traveled to Texas to see my Dad's sister and attend a close high school friend's wedding. Landon was such a trooper on the 15 hour car ride for only being 9 months old. I am glad my parents were able to go along. While in Houston we did lots of shopping and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
December: Oh the season of Christmas is my absolute favorite time of year. It is a time to rejoice for our Savior's birth and spend time with loved ones. In addition, I love the lights, music, presents, thoughts of giving to others and all the decorations. I could go on and on. This year was special being Landon's 1st Christmas! He loved opening his gifts and loved looking at our Christmas tree all lit up.
From our house to yours, we wish you a very Happy New Year. We hope that 2012 brings just as many blessings to you as 2011 did for us!
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