Harvey Happenings

Nick loses his first tooth!

2010-11-06T22:39:00.000-07:00

Nick finally lost his first tooth tonight. He has been asking when his first tooth will fall out for months. He is very excited to see what the Tooth Fairy brings him tonight.

The next tooth isn't too far behind the first one.

Some new pics finally!

2010-09-09T12:30:00.001-07:00

Maiyah's first day of ballet lessons! She was so excited and she did a wonderful job in class too.

Maiyah posing in her new Hello Kitty dress. Playing on the playground at Nick's school.

What a cheeseball!

Nick's first day of first grade. Maiyah continues to think that she should be going to the "big kid school" too. 2 more years my sweet girl. She had to wear her new "sparkly" shoes with "socks".

We are still enjoying Maui...winding down to our last year here, unless we can get an extension for an extra year. We are hoping!

The Harvey's now have a Lt. Col. living in the house!

2010-04-13T15:54:00.000-07:00

Mike was promoted to Lt. Colonel on April 2, 2010. We had a lovely outside ceremony here on Maui, very windy but so beautiful. Mike shared his promotion day with Major Chong who was also promoted to Lt. Colonel.

Color Guard, Promotion ceremony in Kihei, Hawaii

Presentation of the 2 Lt. Col. selects

Maiyah and Nick removing daddy's Major rank and pinning on his new Lt. Col. rank. A little help from mom and grandpa.

After this picture they made sure the rank was on good by pounding on daddy's shoulders! I forgot to look if there were any marks from the prongs that night :) ~ just a little instigating from mommy on this one.

So glad that Mike's parents (Kathy and Dusty) were able to fly in from Seattle for the big day.

I am helping the kids pin Mike's new rank on.

Col. Greer swearing Mike into his new rank and stating his commitment to serving the United States of America

My beautiful "big" girl, Maiyah

My handsome guy! Don't get me started on how big Nick looks or I should say IS. Very attentive throughout the whole ceremony. Wants to be in the Air Force himself one day. Main goal is to fly those fighter jets of course.

Beautiful cake made by Jamie Little, Capt. Little's wife. It tasted amazing! Thanks Jamie

kitchen remodeling progress and a couple pics of the kids

2010-01-12T13:00:00.000-08:00

Maiyah and Nick holding Vijay! Went and saw the new little guy and his mom and dad this past weekend. Mike works with both Janki and Roger. The kids loved hold Vijay, Maiyah is ready for a new little one of her own.

Nick and Maiyah in North Dakota over Christams vacation at the Heritage Center.

The kitchen remodeling continues, but isn't done yet. Counter in, old tile out, paiting almost done, new sink in, new stove and the new flooring is almost done....waiting for Mike to return from the mainland so we can grout and seal the new tile. And then finally move the stove and fridge back into the kitchen. I can't wait to cook a dinner in my own house again!

Do you see those ugly brown cabinets that are still waiting for paint. I am avoiding them...no more painting please! Actually we will probably get rid of the middle two cabinets and put in a new stainless still modern vent for above the stove. Still deciding on which one we like and hoping that we can save the other 2 cabinets in the process. So really 2 more cabinets to paint. Can you believe I am thinking about painting one of our bathroom cabinet sets too. I must be nuts!

We are getting there...grout, molding back on and a small tile backsplach by the sink yet. Then the masterbedroom is next, new wood floors and new master bathroom!

Nick's preschool graduation - July 2009

2009-11-21T14:56:00.000-08:00

I lucked out at picking a great pre-school for Nick, Kama A'ina Kids Ala Lani when we first moved to Maui. He loved every minute of it. So glad they had a plane as part of their play ground equipment when we checked it out. This is the reason Nick picked the preschool. He didn't know all the wonderful friends and teachers he would meet and all the great things he would learn. He still sings some of the Hawaiian songs that he learned while attending preschool there. We are lucky enough to have Maiyah attend the same pre-school now.

Walking down the aisle
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Notice the barefeet. Not just Nick but all the kids. Shoes or "slippers" are always removed when they go inside.

Nick's class singing for the audience. His teacher helping them along. Tears in my eyes during the whole ceremony and this was just pre-school...

Receiving his diploma from Auntie Ladonna!

All serious! Then the celebration began...flower and candy lei's for everyone and food and fun for all.

His teacher Auntie Yolanda. She was an awesome teacher, I don't think Nick will ever forget her.

Uncle Conny, Auntie Yolanda's son who helped out with the class all the time. Nick is still waiting to go fishing or camping with Auntie and Uncle.

Nick with 2 of his friends from class. Cole and Jovita. Cole now goes to elementry school with Nick.

Maiyah and Nick celebrating together. Maiyah looking at what a goof her brother is. Maiyah had been at the preschool for about a month before graduation. She got to participate in the ceremony too.

Finally the family! Lovin life in Maui!

Why I haven't posted in a while!

2009-11-18T19:49:00.000-08:00

The Wilson's (my older sister and family) came to visit in June. Lets just say that all the kids were on cloud 10 and all the adults also enjoyed themselves. Nick and Maiyah sure do miss their cousins. We went to many beaches, hiked, and played non-stop. Although we never made it to a waterfall due to a couple of unexpected stops on the way and finally the road being closed due to the rain and mudslides. NEXT TIME! We can't wait to see the Wilson's at Christmas.

Then began the house projects; paiting the living room and remodeling the kitchen. We are starting to see the end of the kitchen remodel. Cabinets almost all refinishe (4 more to go) new countertops in, and painting almost done. Need to decide on the flooring and backsplash. Okay so maybe we are only 50 % done.

Mike's parents are here right now for a 2 week visit. Break from the projects. Back to work when they leave. I have many more pictures to post of our summer activities.

Maiyah is 2!

2009-07-28T20:58:00.000-07:00

You will soon see by the pictures that it was all about babies this year for her birthday. Yes she is a girl but she is in love with babies and I mean in LOVE with them. She requests that I hunt them down when shoping "there is a baby mommy, get the baby mommy, I want the baby mommy" Unfortunately I don't have any pictures of her with cake, hmm except for maybe on our phones. She had cupcakes with her friends at daycare and again a big ice cream sundae when we went out to eat on her birthday.

Mike is still amazed at how much she loves her babies, doesn't want her to be too girlie :) NO worries she also loves trains, throwing the ball, wrestling with big brother and daddy, and this girl has some awesome dance moves. Her favorite song to dance to is "Move it" from Madagascar (the second movie I think). Request the song daily, again and again. She will give you the biggest smile and hug when she sees you coming, talks up a storm, and is always on the move. She continues to be VERY independent and wants to do everything on her own, "I do it, I do it". You have to let her at least try before she will then ask for help. She is very friendly and loving towards others and I think her number one fan is her brother.

Enjoy the baby obsession...

Random photos, catching up!

2009-07-26T21:17:00.000-07:00

My cheeseball, or should I say spaghetti face little girl. Notice Patches is ready and waiting by her side for clean-up duty.

Keiki (kids) festival. Nick is in the blue shirt dancing on stage to the music.

Maiyah and daddy waiting in line for the next game to play at the keiki fesival.

Nick showing off the flowers that he helped me pick from our yard. They are gorgeous!

Pulmaria trees in our front yard too. They smell wonderful.

Easter morning. It was pretty low key this year.

"Shoup" Noodles in Colorado

2009-07-08T23:40:00.001-07:00

"Shoup" Noodles (not sure if I am spelling that right) are a family tradition that my sisters and I grew up as well as many of my cousins. They are a German dish, pretty much, dumplings with onions, potatoes, and cream with pears and/or peaches poured over the top when served. MMMMMmmmmm GOOD! As my sisters and I would say....Shoup Noodles to the rescue. Our kids now call them snakes, "I want snakes for dinner". The tradition continues...although I haven't made them without my mom or sister. May have to give them a try myself soon. Nick is requesting them.

Maiyah and Sammy are the newest dough rollers of the bunch. They sure picked it up fast!

Nate likes to make his long and skinny.

Nick likes to make his pirate style...A' MA'TE'

Jake is an old pro by now!

Let the feast begin....the little ones love them as much as.....

the big kids...although the big kids always wonder what happened to the meat? No need when your belly is full of dough. Hmmmm might be making some "snakes" this weekend for Nick and Maiyah. And Mike too :)

Nick's 5th Birthday, 3-30-04

2009-07-02T19:12:00.001-07:00

I still can't believe but my little boy is turning into a very big child, 5 already and starting kindergarten July 30th!

We celebrated his birthday in Colorado Springs when we were there visiting back in March. It was great to have friends and family join us for his birthday party.

First bowling...

Then some wrestling fun!

Then Pizza...

Then the birthday boy got to blow out his candle...then cake...

Maiyah really enjoyed the cake part...

Sammy did too!

Then came the presents...

And more presents...how are we going to get these all on the plane! Nick will find a way.

Then a final goodbye to friends and family. Holding on to Abi's until the last minute. --Nick's girlfriends since a baby. They were together in every room at the Child Development Center on Peterson Airforce Base. Nick still plans on marrying Abi!

Way behind...lets head back to March for our visit to Colorado

2009-06-13T18:12:00.001-07:00

A day of skiing with the kids.

Grandma and Grandpa have fun sledding with the kids.

Auntie Stacy and Maiyah getting ready to head down the hill.

Mommy and her girl. Maiyah is starting to get a little cold at this point. Hmm hot chocolate anyone?

Maiyah still loves her Jakeee!

Mike was sick with very sick throughout the trip but muster up enough energy to take Nick skiing. Otherwise Nick's heart would have been broken.

Nick and Nate are enjoying the day with their dads. Auntie Michele is in the background, she and her boyfriend Sassan joined us for the weekend as well as grandma and grandpa.

Great picture of my little sis Michele and Sassan. Sassan surprised Michele with an engagement proposal over Memorial Day! Wedding will be June 12, 2010. We are so excited!

Mike having fun with the boys during lunch break. One of the rare moments on the trip that he was passed out asleep in bed due to a high fever. We later found out it was pnemonia.

Nick didn't miss a beat with his counsins. He missed them so much and wanted to stay in Colorado when we left. Jake was skiing too of course...a pro already. Didn't find a good pic though.

Maiyah and Sam enjoyed a ride down the snowhill. Maiyah loved the snow. First time playing in it that she remembers.

More to come from our trip to Colorado.

Random photos...

2009-05-11T02:18:00.000-07:00

I have plenty of photos to download with pictures of our latest trip to Colorado Springs, Nick's 5th birthday (yes I know 5 already) and Maiyah turns 2 tomorrow. But these pics are on the camera still and so I will leave you all with some photos of my 2 little angels, the goofiness, love, and smiles they bring me everyday. On Mother's Day, remembering the amazing moments when my 2 little angels came into the world and now not knowing how I could live my life without them.

So here is to them!

They seemed to love each other dearly from day one, and this fun continues everyday!

MMMM! Buttermilk Brownies, just like mom made when she was teeanager.

They are still good grandma Karen! Chocolate lovers just like their mama.

She is huge isn't she...and this was back in Feb. 2 tomorrow, what I am going to do with this one???

My little scientist, engineer, geologist, and goofball! If anyone has an extra ear to spare, Nick has a zillion questions for you to listen too :)

More updated pictures to come, promise.

Potty Time!

2009-04-03T12:02:00.000-07:00

Can it be true, my little baby girl is ready for the potty already?!

Hmm about two weeks ago Maiyah came to me to use the bathroom, didn't have her potty out yet. Sure you can try and just like that she had gone "DoDo" in the big potty. DoDo is poopie here in Hawaii and Shishi is pee. So we are learning a new language, somewhat. Well luckily the night before daddy had found the training potty in the mess of boxes and we set it up for Maiyah. She continued to surprise us the next couple of days by using the potty and actually filling it up. I don't think Nick actually got anything in the potty for at least a month after we took it out. We haven't made the complete transfer to the potty but she started wearing pull-ups to daycare today with the rest of her friends. Let the fun began!

Christmas Pics 2008

2009-03-04T00:06:00.000-08:00

Nick ripping into his Christmas presents. Our throw together tree with a few ornaments, store bought balls and home made ornaments. Didn't want to buy too many since we have so much Christmas stuff in storage.

Maiyah loved the doll house that Santa left her. Nick and Maiyah also got new flip-flops in their stockings. Maiyah's first pair! I don't think she took them off all day. I guess Santa knows that "slippers" as they call them here are a must in Hawaii. Don't you love the horribly bright yellow walls our rental has.

Beautiful views before we went to a luau with the family Christmas Eve. Nate here is a beach with awesome sand for you!

Nick's first Christmas program at his preschool. He was chosen to be Rudulph. Not the best picture sorry.

Nick's preschool invited Santa to join the group after the program.

I have to find some better pictures of Mike's family visiting. More pics to come!

A couple of more pics....

2009-02-22T12:46:00.000-08:00

These ones are for Samantha! Just to make her a little more jealous...

It is gorgeous here! Aaaaghhhh!

More pictures from our last weekend adventure!

2009-02-22T12:12:00.001-08:00

We had a great time! The weather was a little chilly (if you call 70 degrees chilly) and rainy but it was still alot of fun. The kids were soaked by the time we got back to the car.

Bigger pictures.

2009-02-22T11:44:00.001-08:00

So I didn't get them up right away since posting the small ones but here they are.

Small pictures

2009-02-17T16:39:00.000-08:00

Okay I was cheating by taking the pictures off of Mike's facebook, but looks like I need to repost the pictures tonight from home so they are bigger.

Until tonight...

Weekend Adventures

2009-02-17T16:25:00.000-08:00

So I haven't put up the holiday pictures yet but I do have some photos from the weekend. We took a trip around the Island to check out some of the beautiful waterfalls. It was a very bumpy ride on the worn out road and really windy in some areas but the waterfall we hiked to was amazing. Nick and Maiyah enjoyed stomping through the water and hiking through the rocks. Nick is the cautious one at first and Maiyah continues to go through life with no fear, taking things head on.

"The wedding of two great friends"

2008-11-23T21:20:00.000-08:00

Well I thought it was time to update you on the Harvey Happenings from before we left Colorado Springs. The big event that we were waiting for came on July 12th. 2 years previous it all started with me telling a co-worker that I know just the right guy for you and he is a Packers fan too! That was the beginning and now they are both starting a whole new beginning together...married and just moved to San Antonio in Nov. to start their new lives together. Great friends that are like family that we miss dearly. Mike, Nick, and myself were all in the wedding so thank goodness aunt and uncle were there to help us with Maiyah. Nate and Nick were the studs of the day, so we just traded Maiyah and Nate for a day :)

Not a great picture of the 4 of us together, but the best one I can find.

Nick and Nate talking it all over -
Nate "So are you in love yet Nick"
Nick "I am not sure there are so many girls to choose from but there is this one girl"

One of those friends that you just click with and then you wonder how you ever survived without her.

The happy couple in the limo after the ceremony. Mike goofying off as usual :)

The troop of kids with Aunt and Uncle and The Rollings. Looks so peaceful doesn't it.

Let's see I think the 4th of July next. Guess I did this a little out of order. Oh well. Enjoy!

Maui!

2008-11-12T11:36:00.000-08:00

Let's see it has almost been a year, I know I am horrible and I have no excuses.

Biggest change that I know you are all aware of is that we moved to Maui! It is beautiful and everything will be great once we get settled into a house.

Here are a couple of pictures of my angels to let you know how much they have grown over this last year. Maiyah is now 18 months old and Nick will be 5 in March. Kindergarten next year, YIKES...

Enjoy!

At Last!

2008-01-27T20:40:00.000-08:00

I know it has been forever but here is a new post finally! I have a ton of pictures to show you.

I feel as if Christmas has just past and life is still getting back to normal. Every week in the Harvey household as been a week of changes and new possibilities. The biggest news that I would say is 99% happening is that we will be moving to Maui this summer. Mike doesn't have the papers in his hands yet but hopefully he will have them in his hands with a report date in the next couple of weeks. We are both excited and nervous, looking forward to the new adventures that are ahead for us. This news has put a dapper on my winter clearance shopping for next year, but I guess I will manage :)

Unbelievable Nick will be 4 in just a couple of months and kindergarten is just around the corner. Hard to believe that my little man will be starting school soon. He is so excited already. In just the last couple of weeks his letter recognition and writing skills have clicked. It is truly amazing! I totally understand what you kindergarten teachers out there are talking about now and this is just the beginning.

Maiyah is everywhere! She is pulling herself up on anything in sight that looks half ways stable and she is starting to venture into taking some steps to get what she wants. She continues to love her big brother and thinks he is hilarious. She is growling at us, shrieking at us, and laughing. Waits for us to respond and then it repeats all over again. This can go on for 30 minutes or more sometimes. Can't believe Maiyah will be 9 months in just 2 weeks!

Well here come all the pictures I have promised.

We invited those darn Packer fans over, but the cute Seahawks fans weren't enough to win the game. Nick was calling the Green Bay Packers the Green Bean Crackers. I think he has the right name now :)

Nick's favorite new game, Curious George UNO. Thanks Grandpa and Grandma Harvey

Baby Food, WHATEVER! I want the good stuff.

Nothing like hanging out with your cousins. "So what new toy did you get? Did you see my new dolly" thanks grandma Karen.

Gina had all 5 kids one night and we did arts and crafts to get ready for Xmas. All the kids were amazingly good. 2 kids is nothing, try 5!

The day Maiyah started crawling! She had so much fun!

Who is in my bed!!! Maiyah is finally back to herself after RSV and a double ear infection.

One of Nick's favorite Xmas gifts, he is loving all his new cars and race tracks. He was literally shouting for joy when he opened them.

CRAWLING!!!

2007-12-20T09:42:00.001-08:00

Just wanted to let you all know that Maiyah is crawling and not just inch by inch anymore, but full fledge crawling. Her biggest encouragement for crawling is going after Nicholas's toys! She crawled about 4 feet last night and was grinning from ear to ear. She is also going from her belly to sitting up. Nicholas was so excited to have her crawling. I do have a video from my camera but I don't think I will find time post pictures before we leave for ND tomorrow night.

I will post a ton of pictures after the holidays I promise!

I hope everyone has a wonderful Holiday!

6 months old and counting...

2007-11-29T20:17:00.000-08:00

So I should really be posting Thanksgiving pictures but I am excited to share the 6 month old pictures Mike took of Maiyah, some pictures of Nick too and I will save the one we are sending out for Christmas until it comes to your mailboxes! The pictures didn't turn out too bad considering the rush we were in before Mike left for 3 weeks and trying to get something that came out remotely close to my friend Erin's beautiful pictures she took of the kids before she moved. (Erin, Mike is awaiting your expert opinion! )

Actually I think Mike did a wonderful job and I am very pleased. He doesn't know what he started but he will be doing this more often. I think the pictures are awesome...and lets just say the kids weren't very cooperative when we were doing this so I am impressed we got what we did. And as you will see by the pictures Maiyah just might be crawling by Christmas...watch out tree and presents.

Starting to get the Christmas ideas finalized and some of the shopping is already done, but more to do. Can't wait until Christmas is here.

Everyone have fun getting ready for Christmas, don't stress out too much and remember this is supposed to be a fun time with family and friends and a blessed time of year to enjoy doing for others.

Halloween and updates

2007-11-10T08:27:00.000-08:00

Well I am a little late but here are some Halloween pictures. We had a big dragon and a little baby dragon this year. Maiyah loved being outside and watching all the kids trick or treating and Nicholas was all about going up to people's doors this year. Last year he was so shy but this year he walked right up and even gave them his dragon roarrrrr! The pictures aren't the best, but here they are anyway.

Well I am a little late but here are some Halloween pictures. We had a big dragon and a little baby dragon this year. Maiyah loved being outside and watching all the kids trick or treating and Nicholas was all about going up to people's doors this year. Last year he was so shy but this year he walked right up and even gave them his dragon roarrrrr! The pictures aren't the best, but here they are anyway.

Here is our big girl, almost 6 months old and her awesome big brother. They are having more and more fun together everyday. Maiyah continues to light up when she sees Nicholas.

Maiyah is getting in her first tooth, it is a sharp one is on her bottom right. She thinks it is hilarious to bite her spoon when feeding her and not let go. She has also transitioned to the 6-12 month room and is loving it! I don't know what happened but since she started transitioning she think she can sit up and is starting to get up on all 4's. I told she really doesn't have to compete with the rest of the kids in her class. (she needs to slow down, she is getting too big already) :( She is talking away and her laugh is so precious. Her favorite hobby is grabbing on tight to anyone's hair she can get a hold of, including her brother's and the dogs' and cat's hair. Luckily Patches and York don't mind at all. I think they kind of like it. Jake just walks away, old boy.

Mike's traveling started again this morning for a week and then we will have him back for Thanksgiving before he leave again for 3 weeks. But we will have plenty to do with the holidays coming up fast.

The First Snow Fall!

2007-10-21T13:25:00.000-07:00

Our first snowy day here in Colorado and Maiyah's first chance to play in the snow. Let's just say she had just woken up from a nap and didn't like the wind too much. Our trip outside didn't last much longer then 20 minutes. Daddy was out of town so I got to be baby holder and pull Nick on the sled. Nick wasn't too impressed, he wanted to make a snowman and throw snowballs. "Daddy we need your help, come home soon"

We stayed home all day in our PJ's (except for our outside attire). Had plenty of snuggle time, movies, and playing games. Wish you could have been home with us Daddy.

More pictures finally!

2007-10-16T20:44:00.000-07:00

Sorry I haven't put anything on the blog in a month, thought I would be better at this.

We had a very busy September with my girls' trip to Florida, then a trip to Seattle the next week to see Mike's parents and celebrate Mike's birthday and our 5 year anniversary, and then my mom and step-dad visiting. We had Maiyah baptized with her cousin Sam and then I went to a conference in Breckenridge the first week of Oct.

Mike is traveling a lot over the next 3 months, but I am looking forward to a nice relaxing Christmas. So I will attach a bunch of pictures over the last month or so to catch you all up. Lastly my angels are getting so big, Nick continues to amaze me every day and Maiyah is already 5 months old and almost sitting up. Man does time fly. Enjoy the pictures.

Girl's weekend in FL!

2007-09-17T21:32:00.001-07:00

Thanks to my wonderful husband I was able to get away for 3 1/2 fun days in Florida with "the book club girls". What a wonderful group of friends, now called "heart friends". 6 out of 9 of us made it, 2 pregos, 2 still breastfeeding, and 2 of us ready to have some real fun. But let's just say it was just like our old book club days back in CO, except for missing Jodi, Brandy, and Susie. A lot of eating, talking, laughing, and crying. Nothing like a group of friends that you can do all that with. PRICELESS!

Here are some pictures of the wonderful women I am lucky to have in my live, thanks ladies!

It was a cliff!

2007-09-11T19:41:00.000-07:00

It seems that people don't think that Nick really climbed that cliff. Well it was about a 100ft. cliff and Nick made it up about half way until he looked back down and freaked out. Then our friend Greg climbed up to rescue him. Jeremy was on the end of the line to make sure everyone was all safe. Here are the pictures to prove it! Nick says he will go higher next time but had enough for that day.

Lets just say it didn't look bad from the bottom but it was scary from the top. And that was an easy climb....until next time....

Rock Climbing at Red Rock AND PICTURES!

2007-09-08T19:30:00.001-07:00

Here are some pictures finally! We went Rock Climbing over Labor Day weekend at Red Rock. First time for Nick, myself, and Mike (should get a picture of Mike up here too). It was a great day, beautiful weather, and a day in the mountains; hiking, climbing and picnicking.

I just noticed I didn't rotate Maiyah's picture before I uploaded it. So I will post this for now and do some more picture later, that are rotated correctly. Not too bad for my first time.

Enjoy!

Sleeping Beauty!

2007-08-30T12:24:00.000-07:00

Sleeping Beauty, Maiyah's new nickname at daycare!

My sleeping beauty slept for 11 1/2 hours last night; from 7:30pm until about 7am and then she had her bottle, changed and decided to fall asleep on the bed again. Guess she loves her sleep. I won't complain. Maybe her cereal helped her sleep good too. She had her 3rd try at cereal last night and didn't do too bad. We will keep practicing...

Anxiously awaiting visits with grandparents to show off how big my angels are getting. Hmmm pictures on the blog would do that too huh!

Rolling and Rolling, but now I am stuck!

2007-08-27T12:13:00.000-07:00

Maiyah rolled over for the first time on Thursday the 23rd. Although this first roll over was not a happy roll over; she was crying and getting madder by the minute because mommy was trying to finish an email and then she got even madder when she got stuck on her belly. She has been rolling over to her belly since, even when she is happy! She will stay on her belly for a few minutes and prop herself up on her arms for awhile and look around, but then she becomes frustrated and wants to be put back on her back again.

Maiyah also had her first cereal feeding last night, the 26th. She didn't do too bad with it, maybe 10 spoonfuls if that...try again tonight. :) She teased us by sleeping through the night on Saturday night but woke up several times last night, stuck on her belly.

Wow that was a lot of changes in a couple of days, guess we will see what this week brings.

Crazy life

2007-08-22T13:22:00.000-07:00

So I haven't gotten pictures up yet, but I promise I haven't forgotten. Life has been pretty crazy, 4 additional people in our house, moving to a new office at work for 6 months and then moving back, and just the usual hetic life of 2 kids.

The best news is my weekend away in September with the bookclub girls is almost here! I can't wait, 3 more weeks and counting.

Updates on the kids (without pictures). Maiyah has now started laughing out loud, yesterday was the first day that Mike and I noticed it and it is too cute. I could listen to her laugh all day long. It brings an instant smile to your face. She has been rolling on to her side for a couple of weeks but hasn't made it all the way over yet. Still waking up once a night, but eats and goes right back to sleep. Daddy has been getting up with her, it has been so nice to sleep through the night. (Although I usually have to nudge him awake to tell him that she is awake).

Nicholas is as busy as ever; talking, talking, and talking. Man he can talk! He continues to be a great big brother and very protective of his little sister. We were at the mall a couple of weeks ago and two kids were coming to the stroller to check Maiyah out. Nicholas got upset, "Mommy they are trying to get Maiyah". Maiyah better watch out, she is going to have Nicholas protecting her for many years. Nicholas has been enjoying our visitors and playing with their 8 year daughter; Misty. But today they are moving into their new house. I am sure Nicholas will be bored without Misty around and looking for some attention.

Life may be crazy, but I wouldn't have it any other way :)

No pictures yet!

2007-08-13T12:13:00.001-07:00

Well I didn't get a chance to get some photos on this thing yet but I promise I will be working on it.

Mike came home Saturday night from his 2 week long trip, a day late but I am very glad to have him back home. It is like he was never gone, first thing Nick asked daddy to do Sunday morning was make pancakes with him (a very common occurance in our house). So I woke up to pancakes and two happy kids with their dad Sunday morning. The one good thing about not breastfeeding anymore is that daddy can take the kids now and I can sleep in a little. Yay for daddy!

First blog ever!

2007-08-10T10:20:00.001-07:00

Okay here goes nothing...but this is harder than I thought. I will get this blog going eventually with the help of many friends. So far now it will be pretty basic!