The Daily York: May 2011

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Milestone: Rolling over 5-21-11

Davis rolled over from his back to front!! He rolled from his belly to back at about 7 1/2 weeks and he finally made it from back to belly. He has been sleeping on his side for months and we kept thinking we were going to go in one morning and find him flipped but he obviously wanted to wait for an audience since he finally rolled at a couples baby shower for Emily and Jonathan McIllwain. He had everyone cheering for him when he finally made it! I guess he's already showing off. Man those Katie genes come through more everyday.

4 month pictures

This is what we call Davis' Boo Boo Lip....you can see why...

Cinco De Katie, TaKaShane House Party and Mother's Day

And another year has come and gone and I have so much to show for the last year - New job, new baby....28 was definitely good to me! But, alas, I am 29. My last year of twenty somethings. Seems like I should be to thirty by now. I think most guys morn the loss of their twenties, but for women (at least in my case) its just getting to the good part. Even as a teenager I always knew I would love this time in my life. Everything about it always appealed to me. Being settled into my career and a family. I love the consistency and confidence of being married and I love our young family. Usually you don't know how great something is until that period in your life has come and gone, but right now I am filled with urgency to soak up every second of everyday. I pray nightly for time to slow so I can stay in each moment a little longer. I know someday I'll look back at all the memories Aubrey, Davis and I are making and remember how pure and joyful they were.

Since I have several friends with birthdays close to mine we decided to start a joint venture called TaKaShane House party. Using all of our names Ta- Tasha, Ka-Katie, Shane-Shane, and House-Jessica House. This way our friends don't become weary and exhausted by trying to celebrate 4 birthdays in one week. This year we had a taco bar and margarita party at our house. It was tons of fun. So many people came to celebrate with us. Its great to have so many amazing friends!

The next day was my actual birthday and I woke up to this.

Such a cute passenger in my new running stroller. Thanks Aubrey!! I also got to have a lunch date with my favorite new mommy friend, Jenny. My first time to meet Wild Will! He is officially the cuddliest baby ever....which is sweet since my child would rather head butt me than cuddle at all. Will also has the cutest curly hair which I seriously covet. If Davis' hair wouldn't all fall out I might consider a perm. That's how cute this kid's hair is. It has come to my attention that some people think all newborn babies look alike and while it is obvious to Jenny and I that these two babies look totally different, I'll caption the photos for clarity.

Will and I

Will

Jenny and Davis

That weekend was my first Mother's day. I guess you could say it was a whole week dedicated to me....I love the month of May! Aubrey's grandma Ida and his parents came up to visit.

Then we went to Little Rock with my family to take Grand and Granny out to lunch. It was Davis' first time to meet his Great Grand.

We packed a lot of love into that weekend. It really is cool to get to see all the people you love the most in one weekend. No wonder my child smiles so much....he has love and granny kisses coming at him from all angles.

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Easter, the Hogles and Dinner with Friends

Davis' first trip to FUMC Russellville

Davis first Easter! The Easter Bunny was very smart and came to Lennie and Pop's house this year. To be honest...Lennie and Pop's Easter Bunny is a way better one anyway. Must be all the experience.

The next weekend Aubrey and I both had Friday off so we decided to get together with the Oklahoma crowd. We spent the day with Justin, Stacy and the twins and then met everyone in Tulsa for dinner. Here are some pics we took of the boys.

The last one is my favorite because I think it accurately depicts the chaos. Stockton and Archer have so much personality and Davis really had no idea what was going on. He looked alternately confused and scared the entire time. It was hilarious. Love those little guys. I can't wait until Davis is old enough to actually play with them.

At dinner we had 10 adults and 8 kids. We are almost out numbered! It was total craziness and so much fun! The lady next to us asked if we all knew each other from a child birthing class. When Stacy said no that we were all college friends she said, "wow, that must have been one heck of a party"....since we all have kids virtually the same age.