Brothers...Best Buds

Kolton is still an amazing big brother, and Kason loves him so much. So this post is dedicated to brotherly love...

FLORIDA...

Every year we take a trip for our anniversary and have decided that it should be a family event. This summer we were finally able to make it to Destin, Florida, somewhere we have been trying to go for the past 5 years. We almost canceled our trip due to a oil leak in the gulf and rumors that the oil had already reached the beaches in Destin. After much consideration we decided to go ahead with the trip in hopes of at least getting a day or two before the oil was too bad. Thankfully when we reached Destin there was no oil and we were able to enjoy every day on the beautiful white sandy beaches...we both had forgot just how gorgeous it was there. Kolton instantly fell in love too, and Kason just liked the taste of the sand :)
We took Nana and Papa (my mom and step-dad) along so that Dustin and I could get a date night for our anniversary. It was a great trip and we hope to make it an annual one.

Growing up so fast

Well the title says it all. Kason is now 7 months old, I can't believe it. When Kolton was born time flew by but I was able to focus 100% of my time on all the special moments so although it went by quickly I feel I was able to enjoy every second. With Kason, I feel like time is just flying by and he is growing up so much quicker. We are so proud of both of our boys, and we thank God every day for these two blessings he has given us.

Kason was sitting in his high chair eating lunch today and when he finished eating I said "yea Kason good job" then i noticed he was trying to clap for himself. I couldn't believe it. Luckily when I got the video out, he was still wanting to perform....







Today we attended a Mom and Baby fest at Market Street. Soccer Tots was the sponsor and had a demonstration of what they teach...Kolton, my little athlete jumped right in there and I was impressed with how well he did. I don't think I have a choice now but to put him in soccer this summer. He really listened and followed directions. I love seeing him grow into his own little person.

Easter

This year Easter was pretty laid back for us. Kolton was still recovering from his tonsillectomy so we decided it was in his best interest to stay home and try to keep things low key. When we got up Easter morning Kolton and Kason woke to the goodies the Easter bunny left them. Kolton was really sweet as he wanted to help Kason open his basket before his own. After opening their baskets, we headed to church for a great service, then home for some lunch and the egg hunt.

















Easter Family Picture after church















Dustin and the boys














Boy on a mission...















Easter just isn't the same without confetti eggs...gotcha Jojo















We ended our Easter Sunday with the free concert at Northshore park






























Trying out Kolton's chair...















The weekend before Easter, we had a mini easter egg hunt with our friends in Huntsville...
Kolton and Haley made out with lots of candy and goodies.















comparing the loot...

A quick catch up

With so much to update, I thought I would let the pictures and videos do the sharing...so I hope you enjoy.

March 30th, Kolton went in to have his tonsils and adenoids removed in hopes of helping him stay healthier. He did great and is such a trooper. Here he is in the waiting room before surgery....so brave














Kolton loves holding Kason's hand while driving
this is day after surgery and Kolton wasnt feeling too well















Kolton and Haley...BEST FRIENDS















Kolton and Haley at the Walker County Fair














Kason finally able to sit in the tub...no more bath chairs














and already trying to stand on his own...he is growing up so fast.















at the petting zoo




























Future Golfer...daddy is so happy















"fishing"















7 ACRE WOODS our new favorite place to play
the kids racing...














Haley and Kason sliding together















WEE!!!















Enjoying sitting in the tub



Kolton riding a scooter...we had to drag him away he did really well for the first time.




Kolton got a easter card that plays the chicken dance
we play it several times a day.

Bluebonnets in Bloom

This past weekend we attempted some pictures in the bluebonnets. Although Kolton and Kason were not really in the picture taking mood, we got a few great shots of the boys. Thank you so much to Deanne for taking the pictures for us. There are a few of these that are absolutely priceless. We are going again this weekend for some Kramer family portraits and I hope to capture some more pictures of the boys together, and with Dustin.


One of my favorite of me with the boys
















My favorite of Kason

2010 Video Summary...

Since I have been so bad about updating the past few months, here are some videos of some of the many firsts we have had with both boys...


Kason trying carrots for the first time...he isnt a big fan..





Kason found his shadow...they have become good friends...




Kolton driving the tahoe around the golf course in Fredericksburg...it's obvious he inherited his mommy's driving skills.




At a local park they have a zip line...Kolton as always, jumped right on and tried it with NO fear. We spent the majority of our day riding it...





I hope to post some pictures and a more detailed update soon....

A December to remember...

With all the busyness of the holidays, November December and January have all sort of run together. We had a total of four Christmas' if my count is correct. Our December started out with a cookie decorating party hosted by one of of Kolton's friends. He loved this idea, I think its something we will do each year with him and Kason from now on. The odd part is Kolton LOVES the decorating part, but really doesn't care to eat the cookies after. Anyways here he is licking the icing off the knife...
















And then we started out Christmas travels. We started it off with Christmas Eve in Huntsville with my side of the family. Here is Lucas and Kolton opening gifts. Lucas would open one and pass it on ready to open the next..he lapped Kolton who would carefully open each gift, then want to take it out an play before moving on. Such different personalities its really funny.















Kason and his Aunt Tara...
















Next was Christmas morning at home a tradition we decided to start the year Kolton was born. Opa and Uncle Josh came over and watched Kolton open gifts and have a small Christmas day lunch with us. Here is Kolton playing with his easel from Santa.

















and the drum set he asked Santa for I guess he was a good boy this year... (Thanks Mimi)
He LOVES to play these all day...he normally will get his other instruments and pass them out to whomever is sitting here and we have to all play together its really sweet. And when kason gets upset, he wants us all to play him a song to make him happy...and actually about 50 percent of the time it works.















Kolton got a really cool train from Opa, Uncle Josh is helping teach him how to drive it, actually I think Kolton was showing him...one of his favorites as well.















Dustin's dad..Opa..and Kason on Christmas Day















Opa and two of his grandson's.
















Then off to Fredericksburg the day after Christmas to celebrate there.
Mimi and Kason
















Pop's and Kolton














Opie, Kolton, Omie, and Kason...Great grandparents.

















While in Fredericksburg, I had a chance to go to lunch with Dustin's sister Cory, sister in law Trish and some extended family. Cory hadn't met Kason yet, and I hadn't got to see her little boy Brian that was born about a month after Kason. It was a lot of fun hanging out with the girls and swapping babies for an afternoon...lol.

















After getting back home from Fredericksburg I was so ready to get my house back in order. Kolton decided he needed to help put the tree away. He was very proud of his muscles...















Always giving Kason love. He is so affectionate with him...and most the time Kason is receptive...














and lastly, with all the hustle and busyness of the holidays, Dustin took me and the boys for a day in Galveston. Although it was too cold to play in the sand, Dustin walked Kolton out on one of the fishing piers and took a few pictures...Kolton loves the beach and I look forward to taking both boys back when its warmer.