I guess I skipped a year for my best of the years. I cannot find 2009. Oh well. We had a fabulous 2010, I can't imagine how great 2011 will be!
So here are 20 greats of the year 2010. In no particular order.
20. Lots of BBQing.
19. Carmel weekend.
18. Being a SAHM for a while.
17. Donnie getting to go duck hunting and crabbing. We all enjoy the crabs very much. The ducks, not so much.
16. Celebrating our 3 year Anniversary.
15. Having our fist Privettson Camping/4th of July weekend.
14. Jackson turns 2!
13. Lots and lots of trips to The Bear, Italian Cottage, and Bidwell trips.
12. Chico Farmers Markets.
11. Getting settled in our new house and the moving chaos being done.
10. Moving to Chico.
9. Tahoe mid-week after the summer with Jackson.
8. Biking with Jackson.
7. A bigger house for crazy Jackson.
6. Lots of hot days and the waterslide.
5. Another year at Tahoe with the family.
4. Lots and lots of house guests to entertain.
3. Yosemite and lunch at the Ahwahnee.
2. Donnie becoming Captain for the summer.
1. All of us being alive, healthy, and blessed to be born into this world!
Hope everyone has a safe and wonderful New Years!
Friday, December 31, 2010
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Christmas
We had a fabulous Christmas. Jackson had fun last year, but not even close to the fun he had this year!
I'm just finally catching up on some photos and updates from our holiday. More to come!
I'm just finally catching up on some photos and updates from our holiday. More to come!
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Polar Express
Before Christmas, we headed to the Polar Express in Sacramento. Donnie was signed up for a class in Ione the same week, so we weren't sure if he was going to be able to meet us for the train ride or not. Luckily, his instructor let him head out for the day and he was able to meet us at the station!
All the kids wore their pjs like in the book, so Jackson wore his Christmas pjs. Even some adults were in their pjs, Donnie and I decided no thank you. Jackson was so excited to go on the train. They read the book over the intercom during the ride and pass out cookies and hot chocolate. Jackson could have cared less about all of the Christmas stuff, he was way more excited about the train.
After stopping at the North Pole, Santa Claus hops on the train and gives each child a bell for the first gift of Christmas, very cute.
I actually don't have many pictures because A, I was watching Jackson by myself at the station while we waited for Donnie to get there, B, because the train is pretty old which equals small, and C, we were just enjoying ourselves too much!
All the kids wore their pjs like in the book, so Jackson wore his Christmas pjs. Even some adults were in their pjs, Donnie and I decided no thank you. Jackson was so excited to go on the train. They read the book over the intercom during the ride and pass out cookies and hot chocolate. Jackson could have cared less about all of the Christmas stuff, he was way more excited about the train.
After stopping at the North Pole, Santa Claus hops on the train and gives each child a bell for the first gift of Christmas, very cute.
I actually don't have many pictures because A, I was watching Jackson by myself at the station while we waited for Donnie to get there, B, because the train is pretty old which equals small, and C, we were just enjoying ourselves too much!
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Jackson's Message from Santa
It's amazing the things you can do on the internet now!
Jackson's Message from Santa
Jackson was wide-eyed and stunned.
Jackson's Message from Santa
Jackson was wide-eyed and stunned.
Saturday, November 27, 2010
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas.
Even though Jackson wasn't exactly dressed for Santa, we couldn't resist getting it taken care of the day before Thanksgiving when we were shopping at Sunvalley. There was no line!
He only almost cried and then was fine. And Cinnabon afterwards never hurts!
He only almost cried and then was fine. And Cinnabon afterwards never hurts!
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Yes, we're alive.
Just MIA. We just got back from Yosemite. So lovely. Despite the rain, hail, and freezing cold, we had a great time! Jackson had so much fun and got to see many deer and other animals. The Rangers at the Visitor Center loved him. We did a ton of walks, including Yosemite Falls, Mirror Lake. We ate lunch at the Ahwahnee, rode our bikes, and rode the bus. A great vacation!
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Monday, November 1, 2010
Trick or Treat
Trick or Treating is so much fun with a toddler!
Oh, I had a good laugh at this one.
Although at first Jackson didn't quite understand the whole concept and when he said Trick or Treat at our neighbor's house, Jackson gave him some of his staged candy from his box!
Apparently our neighborhood goes all out and we need to step it up a notch next year. If you can tell by Donnie's costume, that won't be a problem.
Once Jackson hit the motherload of all full sized candy bars, all he really wanted was to sit down and enjoy it.
Oh, I had a good laugh at this one.
Although at first Jackson didn't quite understand the whole concept and when he said Trick or Treat at our neighbor's house, Jackson gave him some of his staged candy from his box!
Apparently our neighborhood goes all out and we need to step it up a notch next year. If you can tell by Donnie's costume, that won't be a problem.
Once Jackson hit the motherload of all full sized candy bars, all he really wanted was to sit down and enjoy it.
Saturday, October 30, 2010
And birthday night.
We had a fabulous mellow. rainy day. We watched the game :( and celebrated Jackson's birthday with his grandmas and aunt. We celebrated camping-style with homemade chili, cornbread, and s'mores cupcakes.
It's amazing how a kid knows exactly what to do with a candle when it's put in front of them.
Jackson was spoiled by family and had a great day.
It's amazing how a kid knows exactly what to do with a candle when it's put in front of them.
Jackson was spoiled by family and had a great day.
Happy Birthday Jackson!
Today you turn 2. Crazy how time flies. Two years ago you were a non-stop screaming baby. Now, you're a wonderful, loving, caring, and funny little boy.
You know what you want and are determined to get it. It's infuriating at times, but I can't help but think of how it will help you to succeed in the future.
You say "I love you," and when we say we love you more, you say, "I love you too."
Your impulse control is still trying to catch up with your head. You know when you do something wrong and say, "Sorry," then do it again and say, "Sorry," again. You feel badly most of the time. You kiss boo boos and give hugs.
You love trains, cars, coloring, and ride-ons. You're the fastest ride-on driver there is. You love dogs and call them all puppies, no matter their size. You're always on the look out for cows when we drive in the car and Toys 'R Us because you know it has a train table. You like Dora the Explorer and Diego. You love ice cream, cake, and cookies, as all little boys should. We are happy you love veggies and especially fruit. Lately you demand apples all the time. You drink with a cup and eat with a fork and spoon, although you've been a neat eater since the beginning.
You travel well and enjoy new places.
You decided a few months ago you wanted to sleep in a big bed and haven't looked back. You made it the easiest transition yet. Except now you know there's another world of TV after you go to bed and try numerous times to join it. Bunny and Thomas the Train sleep with you at night.
You're handsome in an adorable way, and people love to tell us. At times it's hard to say no to you. We're not quite sure what to do with your hair. Your eyes still change color by the hour.
You are fun and silly. When people hear you laughing they can't help but laugh with you. You try to get people to laugh and get other kids to run and have fun with you. You say hi and bye to everyone and love visitors and know of no strangers. You cry when visitors leave.
"It takes a village," and your village loves you so very much.
Happy 2nd Birthday.
{photos #4 and #8 by the wonderful Miss Sarah Lane}
You know what you want and are determined to get it. It's infuriating at times, but I can't help but think of how it will help you to succeed in the future.
You say "I love you," and when we say we love you more, you say, "I love you too."
Your impulse control is still trying to catch up with your head. You know when you do something wrong and say, "Sorry," then do it again and say, "Sorry," again. You feel badly most of the time. You kiss boo boos and give hugs.
You love trains, cars, coloring, and ride-ons. You're the fastest ride-on driver there is. You love dogs and call them all puppies, no matter their size. You're always on the look out for cows when we drive in the car and Toys 'R Us because you know it has a train table. You like Dora the Explorer and Diego. You love ice cream, cake, and cookies, as all little boys should. We are happy you love veggies and especially fruit. Lately you demand apples all the time. You drink with a cup and eat with a fork and spoon, although you've been a neat eater since the beginning.
You travel well and enjoy new places.
You decided a few months ago you wanted to sleep in a big bed and haven't looked back. You made it the easiest transition yet. Except now you know there's another world of TV after you go to bed and try numerous times to join it. Bunny and Thomas the Train sleep with you at night.
You're handsome in an adorable way, and people love to tell us. At times it's hard to say no to you. We're not quite sure what to do with your hair. Your eyes still change color by the hour.
You are fun and silly. When people hear you laughing they can't help but laugh with you. You try to get people to laugh and get other kids to run and have fun with you. You say hi and bye to everyone and love visitors and know of no strangers. You cry when visitors leave.
"It takes a village," and your village loves you so very much.
Happy 2nd Birthday.
{photos #4 and #8 by the wonderful Miss Sarah Lane}
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Monday, October 25, 2010
Ready for Halloween.
I just wasn't feeling the pre-packaged costumes this year. This is probably the last year that Jackson doesn't quite know what's going on and loves his costume no matter what.
He'll be collecting his candy in the 6 pack box. He is ready to say, "Trick or Treat."
He'll be collecting his candy in the 6 pack box. He is ready to say, "Trick or Treat."
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Monday, October 18, 2010
Hello Fall!
Sweatshirts, rain, and stuck inside all day. A walk during the break in the rain to photograph some wet leaves and the happiest Jackson was all day. (No, we haven't gone crazy buying him Chico State things since moving here. This sweatshirt still fits from last year and the T-Shirt from the pumpkin patch was mine when I was 6!)
Sunday, October 17, 2010
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