showering Melanie.

Melanie is getting hitched and I couldn't be more excited for her! The minute I met Eric I knew this day would not be far behind. Melanie is like an extension of my family to me and I adore every one of her sweet qualities. I can't wait for her wedding day in June and see her begin the next chapter. Love you Mel!
She's gorgeous.. I know.
Melanie's twin sister, Heather, threw a gorgeous shower down to every last detail.
Eric's mom is your typical Italian mother. She is hilarious and so sweet. I've had the pleasure of staying with Melanie in Mrs. Hess's home twice and the relationship between Melanie and her mother in law is so effortless. She adores Melanie but who wouldn't? This picture below is a quick game they played after the shower... "who knows Eric best".. both ladies won :)

Can't wait until June 9th!

the boys lately.

Evan is such a delight in our home. As with most babes he does get fussy around 5 but being a second time mom you become good at the tricks. I have a great husband who splits everything with me 50/50. Drop off, baths, feeding, containing toddler tantrums.. you name it. You need a good teammate to not go insane. There are nights when the kids go to bed when we say "holy crap what was Colin's deal tonight" and then there are nights where everything just works. I like those nights :)

Evan giggles very slightly at the sounds of my voice. I love love love it. I can't wait to hear his belly laugh.

Colin continues to tell us "down" but now requires us to put the "baby" "down" on floor so he can play with him. Sometimes Colin doesn't know how large he is and there have been some feet or hands too rough to Evan.

Colin has been so snugly lately. When I go in to get him the morning. He gives me the biggest hug. I may say "i love you" a little too much and "give me a kiss" so maybe he's just trained? Justin says I smother him... but I say no way. I only get these snuggles for so long right?

We are so excited for the nice weather, Easter coming up, Evan's Baptism and Colin's 2nd Birthday!

busy weekends.

Weekends are always very busy running around with the boys :) We celebrated Wilson's first birthday and had a blast running around with all the toddlers or watching them run around with drinks in our hands. Evan was an angel as usual. He just began laughing at Colin when he is in front of him. He recogizes Colin's voice from afar. I knew it was going to be pretty amazing watching the boys interact but the first time seeing that really melts your heart. I love the warm and not extremely hot weather. Perfect time of year for sweaty messy boys.

cousins.

Happy early St. Patty's Day :) Getting these three to sit still is a bit of a task but the grandparents insist on photos of the three. Colin is generally so sweet with the babes but getting him to a) sit down and b) look at the camera is somewhat of a small miracle. Love our little Irish ones. Now who wants to babysit so we can celebrate St. Patty's like we used to?!

doctor colin.

Nurse and Aunt Julia gave Colin this adorable doctor's kit for Christmas. Colin loves mostly to give Evan "shots" but I have to supervise with that and not have the camera in hand. I love watching Colin pretend play. His imagination grows more and more everyday.

Ashley's Sprinkle

Ashley had a lovely sprinkle for her upcoming arrival. I always love showers hosted by Carrie and Mary Campbell. They do such a nice job. I tell Carrie and often my mom they should start their own party planning business. Ashley looks radiant although she would tell you different. All of us are anxious to meet their newest member of the family and can't believe she will be here in a month! I love the month of April ;)

aunt sarah.

Sarah and Jeff came to visit and meet Evan but I think Colin stole most of their attention. Funny how that happens. Quick visits from my friends makes me really wish we could move mountains to be closer to one another.

evan.

My boys have the most kissable cheeks. Evan is beginning to smile at even the slightest sound of my voice and is beginning to not let me leave the room. I secretly love this stage. I wish I could wrap the baby stage up and make it stay awhile. Soon Evan will be giving me 2 second hugs like Colin does and running off to do cooler things than hang out in my arms.