Spring Shennanigans

This post is just going to be randomness. We had family in town for a portion of the month, so Annie had a great time with them. We also just have had some really fun normal days, that warranted some pictures. So, here goes nothing: 

Annie likes pretending to be a baby at church I guess? 

She is DEFINITELY my child. I did this in my dogs doghouse all the time growing up. Like mother, like daughter. haha 

Great Grandma Joyce! 

Tylers Grandpa gave us his four wheeler. We love it! And Annie loves going on little rides with Mommy and Daddy. 

Working on the Bonus Room! 

Cousin picture! 

Annie and her cousin Peter. Obligatory baby bath picture! 

Annie enjoys trying on Momma's high heels. She especially loves doing it while she isn't wearing any other clothes. This child is a fun piece of work.

Laura's Baby Blessing

 Baby Laura had her blessing day! We had so much family here to celebrate the special day with us. Most of my family attended, as well as Tyler's parents, Aunt & Uncle, and his brother's family. It was awesome!

Gene, Michele, Susan, Annie, Tyler, Me, Laura, Uncle Ken, Aunt Diane, Travis, Cami, Peter

Gosh. There's too many of us, so I'm not going to worry about this one ;) .

Us with Grandma Susan

 Here is our niece, Camilla, and our nephew, Peter. Everyone was taking cute pictures that day!

 Annie was really excited to take pictures that morning before church. ;)

 We took a few pictures once we got home from church. As much as I love the gorgeous church gym background, I thought Laura could use a couple with better lighting. Sorry Laura, your momma likes taking a million photos. :)

 In that same trip, we were able to run off to an escape room with Travis & Cami (Clue themed). We didn't make it, but we had a lot of fun in the process!

 Tyler's Dad was also in town before and after helping us work on our bonus room. He is the project MASTER. He helped us frame, do electrical, sheetrock, and build a custom door for our bonus room. It was amazing! He is a father in law of many talents!

Laura's blessing was extremely sweet. Tyler did a good job, and we felt so loved with how many family members were there to help us welcome our sweet baby girl. We love you all! 

Until next time,

Rifka 

Annie's 2nd Birthday

My sweet Baby Annie is TWO! I. Can't. Believe. It. She's growing up too fast and I'm hating it and loving it all at the same time.

WARNING - LOVEY DOVEY MOTHER RANT:
Y'all. Annie is The. Absolute. Best. I am such a lucky girl and mother that I was blessed with my Annie girl as my first baby. She was a great introduction into motherhood. She is so fun, happy, energetic and always down to do whatever. She is my mini me - in looks and in personality. Tyler and my family are constantly telling me that she's my mini me, and it's so FUN. One day you might read this Annie, and when/if you do, just know that I LOVE YOU! I'm a lucky Momma to be blessed with such a sweet, beautiful and happy girl in my life. Everyone - and I mean EVERYONE (even the dog!) loves your guts. We are all lucky to have you!

Thanks for letting me get gushy. :) Soo, anyways, for Annie's second birthday we had a great day! Tyler left work early for a half day in the morning and we went to Gentry Safari. Annie is currently obsessed with animals, everything from cows to lions, (special thanks to The Lion King, haha) so we knew that heading to the Gentry Safari would be one of the best gifts we could give.

She was in love looking at all of the animals as we drove through the safari. Afterwards we did the petting zoo and walk around portion. She had a great time with the goats, emu's, kangaroos, giraffe's, monkeys, wolves, and everything else that we saw.

Tyler was really excited about the Giraffes. He was surprised and excited about being able to be so close to them and feed them.

After the Safari, Tyler went back to work and we went home for our normal nap routine. That night, Annie had her own special birthday cupcake from Bliss Cupcakes. It was amazing that I didn't sneak bites of it on the way home in the car. That took some willpower. Afterwards we did presents and had fun spending time together as a family. It was a great day celebrating our sweet Annie!

Happy Birthday, sweet Annie girl! We sure do love you! We're thankful everyday that you were sent to us! :)