Fun in the Snow!

Last year Landon hated snow boots and would not even play in the snow.  I have learned with Landon just to let things happen at his own pace and not force him to try things and this year he loves them both!  We were able to put snow boots on him (He kept saying he was cool like his cousin Roan) and he would play in the snow for hours if we let him. 

All bundled up as Leonardo!  

Our neighbor Mark bought us a hockey set.  Landon and daddy played ice "snow" hockey together!  

Then of course we had to make our yearly paths.  Usually we make paths in our yard for Wally but since he is at Grandma's for three weeks we made them for Landon. He called them his train tracks!  

Our play date for the month of January was a mommy afternoon out.  All of us mommies went to the nail salon and got manicures and pedicures.  It was a very relaxing afternoon!  

Thanks Abby for letting me snatch your pictures!

The next weekend after getting our nails done we had a surprise 30th birthday party planned for my good friend Ashley.  My parents were on their way back from Aurora after spending time with my brother so they stopped by and watched the kids for us so we could enjoy our evening out with friends.  This is really the first time we had gone out just the two of us sine Avery was born so of course we had to take a picture. 

SURPRISE!!!  

The Newell crew that was at the Miletta Vista Winery.  

Happy 30th Birthday Ashley!  

3 Months!

Our sweet little girl is 3 months old! 

*She is interacting more with others each and every day.  Her smiles are because someone else is smiling at her or loving on her.  

*She still loves to be held and cuddled with.  

*She is starting to make cute little noises.  

*Avery will stick her tongue out if you stick yours out.  She is learning to mimic.  

*She is about ready to roll over just needs a little more umph.  She'll get on her side and is so close. 

* When she is laying on her back she'll scoot herself in a complete circle.

*At exactly 3 months old she slept through the night for the first time.  She did it the next day too, so we'll pray that it continues to happen.

*She'll still has some fussy moments at night but they are now controllable.  Definitely not like they used to be; now they are just typical baby fussy times.  

*She likes to fall asleep on her tummy. 

*She's a gusher!  She'll eat and of course not too long after she'll gush.  Landon had to start rice formula because of it; however, our doctor told us to hold off on it for her.

*She is starting to not be a fan of her carseat.  Once she's asleep in it she is fine but if we are in the car the car has to be moving for her to be happy.  If we are stopped at a stop light she knows the difference. 

* And of course...she still has LOTS of hair.  This is the #1 compliment we always get from others.     

We had to go to the doctor to check on her stuffy little nose and gushing issues, so when we were there she also got weighed.  She is now 11 lbs. 8 1/2 oz

Of course the big brother wanted in on one!  He absolutely adores her to pieces. 

Welcome Taylin Marie!

After days of anticipation baby Taylin Marie Phillips finally made her appearance.  Several of my family members were just sure that Carissa would have the baby in December but nope, she wanted to be a 2014 baby.  They were originally due on January 8th; however, the doctor wanted to induce her early due to some tests that came back indicating the baby was really small.  On January 2nd they went in to be induced.  Good thing it was a work day because I was so distracted; I couldn't wait to be an Aunt.  

Proud Aunt!

Taylin Marie

5 lbs. 9 oz

19 inches

January 2, 2014

3:08 p.m.

First cousin picture of many.

The next day I once again had to work so I went up to the hospital during my lunch break to love on her some more without my own children. 

We had to take a nose picture as she has the same nose as myself and my two kids. One of my friends noticed we had the same nose and I didn't even think anything of it.  Then when I went up to the hospital to see her again I looked at my brother and sister-in-laws' noses and sure enough it doesn't look like theirs.  She has her Aunt's nose; how cool is that!  

Congratulations Phillips Family!  

Daddy Survival Kit

 My brother is a fantastic uncle so I know he will be an amazing daddy.  My mom and I decided to give my brother something a little extra special for his first little one. We ended up making him a daddy survival kit with a few things to help him get started.  Everything in the poem that is colored was included in the kit.  

My brother LOVED it!  

New Year's Eve 2013!

If any of you know my son you already know that this picture should probably be a post of its own.  The only shoe he would ever wear or consider wearing were crocs. New Year's Eve my parents, Landon and I went shopping during the day while Kurtis was at work.  My mom and I wanted to go to Famous Footwear to try on boots so Landon went in with us.  While we were trying on boots Landon went over to the boys shoes and picked out a few different pairs.  I told him to put them back but then he said he liked the ones pictured below.  I asked him if he wanted to try them on and he said yes. (That is a huge step)  Sure enough we put both of them on and he said he wanted to buy them.  I didn't want to take them off in case he changed his mind so we bought them and headed out!  

My parents were here for New Year's Eve waiting for Scott and Carissa's baby to arrive.  For New Year's Eve I wanted to do something as a family so we headed to Super Bowl for their family New Year's Eve night.  We bowled for 2 hours, enjoyed snacks and rang in the new year at 7:00 p.m. :) 

Landon didn't want to bowl at first but after about the first frame he decided he wanted to help everyone.  We then decided to add him to the list so he could bowl himself and then we rented him the dragon ramp so his ball wouldn't get stuck. He really enjoyed bowling!

Landon ringing in the New Year with sparkling grape juice!  

We got home and just hung out for awhile then all crashed at 9:30!  Guess you get sleep when you can with a little one at home.

The next day we all watched the Husker football game together still patiently/anxiously waiting for Baby Phillips to arrive.

Happy New Year!  

Blessed!

The Monday after Christmas the mommies and kids got together for our December play date at the Goosic's home.  It was great to get together as it had been awhile since we had all the kids together.  Landon loved playing with Will and Jake's toys.  (They had all his favorites!)  They then had a snack and we did a book exchange.  I was bummed because we had to leave early but still glad we got to participate.  

Then that evening ALL the mommies went out to Fuji for supper and to The Faucet for drinks and conversation.  This was the first time in a long time that all of us could make it.  I know I have said this in multiple Facebook status' and various posts but I am truly BLESSED to have so many wonderful co-workers.  Most importantly they are more than co-workers they are some of my greatest friends.  I have never been so close to such a wonderful group of ladies.  Definitely makes going to work everyday fun and enjoyable.