My New Job

      I can't explain how thankful I am for my new job, which started at the end of November.  The list is long for all the ways it is a blessing.  Caleb and I get to be together, which also makes it more possible for me to do OTHER things in the evenings (friends, having people over, time on the computer without missing out on time with him...and he's okay with it, cook, etc).  My stress level is also a million times less, and I get to bless Brady's parents by doing things to make their life a little easier once they are off work.  They both work from home, which is also nice since it gives some adult interaction when we're home a lot.  

Of course the #1 toy- boxes!!! Here's our new little buddy, Brady!  He's almost 19 months and we love him like crazy already! He's a sweet little boy, full of energy and  excitement!  We're all so happy that even with an 8 month difference the boys have really bonded and get along well.  Of course they have their conflicts, but over-all, they just love each other!

 Doing crafts isn't the favorite thing yet, but we still try it out now and then!  I can't wait til it's more fun for them since I really enjoy doing it with them.

 But there's so many other great things to do as well!  Last month we made gingerbread men, and we've made muffins a couple times now.

And the best part...taste testing!  Brady tries everything from flour, to baking soda to the batter.  He's so funny.  Once we get to the finished product, he's not as interested in trying it. :) 

Enjoying the Christmas gifts they got for each other!  

 Another highlight is getting to go on "field trips!"  Here's just a look at one of them.  We go to a couple libraries and their events, to parks, and will be starting a play group that we met on accident last week.  I'll post some more pictures later from going to the fish hatchery, a mini-kids-town, and another park.

 This was a great tree!  The branch came down from up high almost to the ground so Caleb could bounce on it.

 See...I'm there too! :)

 And so much beauty in the area!  Yes, we need rain, but it's honestly still hard for me to pray for it since I love the sun so much!  I often feel like I'm dreaming when it's January and sunny! :)

I'm a happy mama and wife these days!  SO thankful, but also realize that this might just be for a time, so I'm enjoying it while it lasts! :)  THANK YOU GOD!!!

Just Caleb

Thanks for the tie and vest Aunt Cindy! You never know when they'll come in handy! :)

 And for the cool towels Grandma and Pa-Pa!

 I find Caleb here, doing this more and more often. :)  I love how he brought the baby seat on top of the chair.  It' still out since he likes sitting in it.

 Curious George is his favorite lately. 

 A little relaxing like Daddy in the living room. :) 

And a little crazy hair after his bath.  I love this boy, but definitely accept all prayers for wisdom and discernment each moment.  He's certainly asserting his will these days. :)