The Last 2 Days

As I mentioned in a previous post, the weather was pretty awesome while we were home.  We spent a lot of time outside and on Saturday decided was another day for the park.

Liam enjoyed swinging.

And so did Aunt Sadie and Grandma.

We went to a park that was much too big for Liam's age but he still conquered it.

On Sunday night we ate dinner at the Cassons' with Bob.  Liam was getting a little tired and cranky.  

We went to my parents house after dinner to say our good-byes.  Liam played Scrabble with Uncle Matt.

The towheads posed for a picture.

Liam showed Grandma and Uncle Matt the fan.

Then he attacked Sadie.

Sadie didn't think we were going to say good-bye because originally the plan was to do it in the morning.  It was good because she didn't think about it.  Then we said good-bye and she survived! Then we went back to the Casson's, packed up, went to bed, and left for Vegas in the AM.  I clearly forgot to get some last pictures of Liam with G&G Casson.  Next time I will do better!

P.S.- On our return flight from Las Vegas to Alexandria we sat behind a little girl, probably about three or four years old, who was having an existential crisis.  She spent the majority of the flight crying and saying things like, "I want to stay just the way I am, I don't want to die!"  She was sitting next to her dad, who was pretty much completely unable to comfort her, and her mom and sister were toward the back of the plane (this has to do with US Airways' inability to properly seat people who are flying together, and is part of the reason we will be avoiding that airline if at all possible in the future, but I digress).  The only thing that distracted here for a while was her dad trying to teach her angry birds on his phone.  It worked for a while, but eventually she started crying again.  Her dad must have been talking about getting to be with God when you die or something like that when trying to comfort her earlier because she said, "I don't like God, I wanna get rid of him!"  We felt bad for her, but it was really kind of funny, too.  

Megan Comes to Town!

On Tuesday night I received a text from Megan wanting to know if I was able to meet up with her on Thursday.  Originally, Megs wasn't going to be home for the Holidays, but her brother Adam decided to get married sooner than later which meant, long story short, I got to see Megan!  We all went to Chili's for lunch and the boys held hands.  It was the cutest.

They both have super blond hair and blue eyes, they could be brothers.

Liam enjoyed hanging out with Patrick.

After Chili's we took the boys to the park because the weather was AWESOME.  Mid to high 60s-it was WONDERFUL!  Chris was pretty worn out after the park, because Patrick kept him moving and they played some tackle football, without the football.  They next day Meg came over to the Cassons' while Patrick napped.  She and Liam played in the dirt.  Apparently, Liam REALLY likes playing in dirt.

He also had two sticks and wouldn't let go of them.

It was great seeing Megan and I am so glad it worked out that we were able to see her.  Hopefully, we'll meet again in March when she (fingers crossed) comes to visit!

After Christmas

Uncles Noel and Michael had to leave the day after Christmas.  Michael played the clarinet to Liam and Liam loved it.  He was so interested.

Then he decided he needed to touch the clarinet.

Liam and Uncle Michael spending time together until our next meeting.

Liam also decided he likes to take my sunglasses off and put them on himself.  He thinks he is a pretty cool dude.

Later we headed back to my mom and dad's house.  Liam ate ice cream with Aunt Sadie.

He likes it!

On Wednesday night we went over to Chuck and Debbie's house for Natalie's birthday.  Liam enjoyed playing ping pong with grandpa.

We all hung out, ate some good BBQ sandwiches, and had a good time.  Little Nate to the far right was getting so sleepy.  I was rocking him, when big sis Izzy came along and wanted to join in.  Then little Liam decided he wasn't too sure about sharing his momma with two other babies.  So I had all three of them join me in the chair.  It was great!

Don't worry there are still plenty more posts to come!

Christmas 2011 Part 2

After waking up entirely way to early at my parents' house we got ready and headed over to G&G Casson's for Christmas presents.  

Liam, Noel, and Michael

Liam enjoyed opening more gifts.

He had a good time for the first few presents and then wandered elsewhere to play with toys.

Grandma Casson enjoying her book of Liam.

Tim, Noel, and Solara.  I have no idea what they are looking at.

Grandma C, Daddy, and Liam checking out Liam's new laptop.  Our kid is so high tech with his cell phone and laptop.

Later that evening was the big get-together at the Cassons'.  I did a horrible job taking pictures.  I only got a few when everyone was standing around for an announcement.  

Liam just ignored what was happening.  He is obsessed with this chair at G&G Casson's. He loves to climb on it and play with the light switches.

Tyra, Alex, and Cassie

Trudi, Brandi, and Neely.  Neely is an amazing sleeper!  She can sleep through ANYTHING!  Liam has to have complete silence in order to sleep.  I guess that is the benefit of siblings.

Liam and Uncle Larry.

All in all it was a wonderful Christmas and went way to fast as always!

Christmas 2011 Part 1

Sadie was wide awake around 5am.  I woke up to use the restroom and saw her head shoot up out of the bed in hopes I was getting up for good. Ha, she is crazy.  We all woke up at about 6:15-6:30.  This boy woke up and was SO excited that Santa came.

He loved seeing what was in his stocking.

He also enjoyed opening his gift from Santa.

Then he watched Aunt Sadie open her gift from Santa.  A Wii!!  She was pumped!

Chris got some batman gear.

Matt and his new GPS. This way he doesn't get lost out "yonder"

Liam got a new cell phone from G&G Snay.

Then he played with his gift from Santa.

Then we all had a little fun playing the Wii Just Dance game.

It is very tiring.  That and I am VERY out of shape.

Chris and Matt showing their mad dance skills.

Here are a few videos for your enjoyment.

Christmas Eve 2011

I know I am a little behind on blogging, so be prepared for multiple posts!  On Christmas Eve we went to the Bradley household to celebrate Uncle Mike's Birthday and, of course, Christmas.

Here's a picture of Neely looking cute.

Later in the evening we opened presents.  Liam enjoyed tearing the paper as usual.

Alex opening her gifts.  Faith was unable to come because she was sick.  Poor little lady.

The kiddos going to town.

Aunt Trudi helping Liam open his gift.

Liam enjoyed climbing over all the boxes more than anything.

Neely sat in her own little area with Jess.

Eventually, Liam came over to check things out.

Liam started to act really tired so we went back over to my parents house.  He ran around for about 20-30 minutes and knocked blocks over with Aunt Sadie.  Then he crashed in anticipation of Santa Claus.