The Frozen Party

As you know from earlier this week, my Little Lady Love turned 2 this past "Twos-day" (sorry, couldn't help it), and so we celebrated! Her party was originally supposed on to be on Sunday, but alas, Mommy came down with a (what could only be described as violent) stomach flu last weekend, and so some rescheduling was necessary. Since Twos-day was her real birthday anyway, no matter, no mind!

When sitting down to plan this party, there was only one option, and that was FROZEN. At the time, we were singing the songs, watching the movie, and playing with the toys CONSTANTLY (that obsession has since turned to Tangled, but Frozen colors matched my dining room better I digress). Hence, we went Frozen-crazy this week for our sweet Brynnie-doll (she would have it no other way!)...

Cake pops for "friends at school" courtesy of Jenny's Cakes and Baked Goods.
They tasted even better than they looked (or so I found out when I stole a piece from Brynne heard).


 

A Mouska-Party!

Since you read this blog religiously (hahaha), you know that Brady's 3rd birthday was the 20th. We had his Very Mickey Mouse Birthday Party this past Sunday, and all of his favorite people were in attendance! He had a Mouska-cake and was wearing a Mouska-shirt to match. Little Sis even dressed up like Minnie! His favorite snacks were on the menu (meatballs, soft pretzels and fruit), and he got a mountain of lavish gifts from his super-generous grandparents and others.

 

Too hungry to wait for people arrive to dig into the food.
It's his party and he can eat before everyone gets there if he wants to!

Meanwhile, Minnie Mouse stole the Birthday Boy's new squirt bottle and lunch box.
Baby's first crime: petty theft.
Good thing she has a good lawyer.

The spread, Brady's faves.
Except for the broccoli.

"Ny Bipday Potty!"

A Mouska-Cake, aka Brady's Dream Come True.
The boy loves cake.
A taste likely acquired in-utero.

I call this one "Pensive Brady"
A photo caught mid-whine.
He wanted that cake.

"Cake! Please!"

Ha Ha!
Incidentally, this one is "Classic Brady."

So excited!

Guests!
And one of them brought a new bike!
Thanks Pawpaw and Grandma Lewis!

Brady's new favorite seat in the house.

Baby Minnie REALLY wants to get on that bike.
Those little legs just aren't long enough yet!

So excited to see Mickey!

And the Captain salutes!

"Gaga! Gaga! Gaga"
When One is upset, One chants for One's Gaga over and over and OVER again.
Or so says the law in Brynne's Kingdom.

 

Time for "pennants"!

His very own iPad mini!
Thank YOU Gaga and Pop!

A DVD player for the car and some DVDs.
The next long car ride will be peaceful thanks to Gaga and Pappy!

DVDs!



Thanks "Aunt Cortee!"

Time to get that cake out.

 

 

 

And after the cake, back to the bike.

It's impossible to hold her off for too long.
She's gotta ride!

"Ny pad! Ny pad!"
When not on his new bike, you'll find him on his pad!

 

As the Mouse would say "That was REALLY fun!"

I can't believe my baby boy is already THREE years old!

Owl Always Love You

 

This past Sunday was the Big Day Before The Big Day for Aunt Court--her BRIDAL SHOWER! The theme was "Owl Always Love You", because Courtney loves owls. I would write more about it, but the (many) pictures below speak millions of words, so I'll let them do the talking. Enjoy!

 

Decorations...

Balloons...

Playing Catch-Up

Since yesterday was the first post in like 3 months, I decided to post some photos "catching up" with what should've been posted while I was wiping noses, rocking sick babies and attempting to disinfect my home repeatedly (while working a stressful full-time job). Here's a photo essay to get us caught up. It will be a big one, so brace yourself!

My Sweet Baby Brynnie Turned One!

 

End of Summer Stuff

So, during the past month or two that I've been quiet on this blog because of childcare-induced exhaustion, some things did happen. In spite of Brady's spat of ear infections (which now seem to finally be OVER, yay!), we went to Hershey Park with Grandma and Pappy Wheeler in September. We also watched some Penn State football, and played outside with Grandma Wheeler, Uncle Garrett and "Puh-Puh" Lewis. Because of the aforementioned exhaustion, there aren't many pics, and the ones there are aren't the greatest, but they'll have to do. It's hard when you're tired and have 2 kids to wrangle at the same time, but I'll try to do better in the future, I promise! This is a big photo share. Enjoy!

Hanging out in the backyard with Papa Lewis...

just chewin' on a rope and looking pretty!

Yay! A wagon ride from Uncle "Gee".

Two of his favorite things at Aunt Courtney's house--running sprints and Grandma Wheeler!

Getting ready to say "Go Penn State!"

Little Miss was having fun!

I had to add this picture because I found it hilarious. Sorry Jason.

Hershey Park happy? He wasn't loving this part but it was amusing for us. Lol.

Getting ready to go on his first ride with Daddy....

Little Miss watched from the stroller...

with Grandma and Pappy.

A little uncertain...

but he had a great time!

"That was fun!"

Not too sure about the Carousel though. Little Miss didn't mind it riding with Mommy in the carrier!

Another smile for the rocket ride.

The fire "ruck" ride was fun too!

So that's it, some of the few pictures I took during the grueling marathon of the sleepless month known as September, 2013. Here's to an easier fall with less sleepless nights! Wish us luck!!

TGIF!