Monday, September 27, 2010

Two Years Old


We officially have a two year old! Brayden celebrated his big day last week and we celebrated it in style! He got to bring cupcakes to daycare and have a little party with all of his friends. Sean and I picked him up early from daycare and went out for dinner at Beef O'Brady's. He got to sit on the "couch" of the booth with his Daddy instead of a highchair. He thought he was pretty special! After dinner we took him to a playground where he ran around and played non-stop. He wasn't too happy that we had to leave, but that all changed when he saw the stack of "surprises" we had waiting at home for him. He would open one present and want us to open it right away so he could play with it. We had to keep reminding him to open more presents. By the time he was done opening presents, our living room looked like christmas morning, with wrapping paper and toys strewn all over the place. He had such a great day and was one tired little boy come bedtime!

Look at me!


Let's play!

Time to go down the slide.


Brayden and Aunt E - Can you tell he was excited to be at the playground?

Helping Daddy put together his new tent.

Posing by his stack of "surprises."

Building a Thomas the Train train set with Daddy.

Playing with his new remote control car.

What could this be??

Power tools! Just like Daddy's!!

The "after" picture. All and all, it was a wonderful day!!

Monday, September 13, 2010

My Baby

My baby is no longer a baby. He has turned into a wild, rambunctious, crazy toddler. He is always exploring, always trying, and always wanting to do things on his own. He is non-stop. Always going, always moving. He is gentle and kind-hearted. He loves trains, tractors, boats, and big trucks. He loves being outside and helping his mommy and daddy. He is independent, but always has time for a hug and a kiss. I know this is so cliche, but he is growing up too fast. It seems like just last week we were bringing him home from the hospital. Now he is almost two. In a little over a week, we will celebrate his second birthday. His second birthday! Where did the time go? No matter how old he gets though, he will always be my baby.


Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Family Reunion 2010

A few weekends ago, we traveled up to Grand Rapids for our annual Miller Family Reunion. This is always one of my favorite times of year since we don't get to see the majority of our extended family but once a year. It is so much fun to see everyone and catch up with everyone. And this year was no different. We had a blast and had a good time with everyone. It amazes me how much the kids grow up over the previous year! We spent the majority of our time either laying around the pool, swimming or eating. The weekend went by too fast and I am already looking forward to the next reunion. Although we get a little spoiled this year since two of my cousins are getting married between now and the next reunion, so we will get to have two mini reunions before the next one!

My sis and I shortly after arriving to the reunion.

Brayden, Mom, Me and Erin waiting for our rooms to be ready.

Uncle Chad and Brayden doing one of Brayden's favorite things....swimming!

Me and the love of my life! :)

Brayden and I. We actually got him to look at the camera and somewhat smile!

Brayden and Papa shooting hoops in the pool.

Brayden being goofy.
**A special thanks to Aunt Sue for the amazing pictures!!**