January 20th

It's hard to believe that it's been 10 years... 10 years today since our first date at Chevy's in Modesto. We've shared 10 years of friendship, love, laughter, and family. 10 years seems like a long time, but it feels like we've been together even longer. It's even hard to remember life before "us." Michael, thank you for being such a wonderful friend, husband, and father. You've made each day of my life for the last 10 years nothing short of pure happiness. I love you darling! Looking forward to our future together!

Connor's Christmas Present

We went to Toys R Us today and spent some of Connor's Christmas $$ that he got from his great-grandma, great-grandparents, and Aunt Gina, Uncle Dennis, and Cousin Emilia. He bought a slide for home and had SO MUCH FUN on it today. He figured out how to climb up it immediately and Michael and I were amazed at how many times he went up and down it in a row! Sure to be lots of fun!

Fun at the Park!

We went to visit Auntie Mandy's new home and the AWESOME park right around the corner. Connor had a blast, climbing, swinging, and sliding. We'll be spending lots of time there!

Play date with Ben

We spent last Wednesday with our friends Clarissa and Ben (3 years old). We had a play date at Art Beast in downtown Sacramento. It is a place that has different stations to encourage creativity in children and it was amazing! Connor had a fabulous time! We'll definitely be going back!

Christmas with the Louis Family

Dave hand-feeding Buddy... Buddy is definitely spoiled!

Connor hanging out with Aunt Lori
Loving on Auntie Amy

Playing Shy... he can only pull it off for so long!

Showing off his sign language and letting Aunt Gina and Emilia know that he loves them!

Connor got a new cell phone from Santa/Grandma/Grandpa

Getting lots of love from the grandparents!

Connor with his new "big boy" cup from Starbucks

Christmas Celebration at the Mitchell Home

This picture truly captures the joy of Christmas!

Connor's new horsey (that moves and sings) from Santa/Grammy/Poppy
Waking Aunt Mandy and Uncle Chad up... "Wake up.. Santa came!"

Our new jammies/robes from Mrs. Clause

Connor was a bit more tolerant of sitting on Santa's lap when we were with him.

Not having it... "Who is this hairy man dressed in red anyway?!? Where is my Poppy?"

Playing house with Baylee

Crissy and the kids... she is good at multi-tasking!

The Bollengier Crew

Decorating cookies with Daddy and Brandon

Handsome Fellows

Christmas Picture Runner-ups

Hi Family and Friends, We hope each and everyone of you are enjoying the holiday season and looking forward to bringing in the New Year. I'm sure by now, you've all received our Christmas card, so I thought I would post a few of the runner-ups. Mallory was kind enough to act as our photographer this year and she caught a few great shots. Love to all of you and looking forward to seeing you for Christmas!

And here is a picture from this morning that I couldn't resist posting. This is one of Connor's favorite activites... unloading "his" cupboard, climbing in, and then shutting the door on himself. He always laughs afterwards and thinks it's just hilarious!

So much to be thankful for...

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving this year, spending time with friends and family. We first celebrated with the Louis family and shared a delicious meal. Then we celebrated with the Mitchell side and the Bollengier Family and had a fabulous time eating, playing outside, and sharing all of the wonderful things we are thankful for. Thanksgiving still remains my favorite holiday... I love taking time to acknowledge all of our blessings... topping the list this year... Connor!

Sorry it's been so long...

I realize it's been awhile since I've posted... as most of you know the Louis family has been very busy! We've MOVED into a new home, a home we've dreamed about for awhile and a home we hope to stay in for a long time and raise our sweet Connor. We're busy getting settled and with the help of our wonderful family and friends, we have so much already done. Connor is doing well and both he and Buddy are enjoying thier new home. Connor is talking a lot- we just don't always know what he's saying! He clearly says "Mommy," "Daddy," and "Doggy." He is such a joy! This past weekend, we had our annual "Friends Thanksgiving" and our dear friend Kirsten hosted. The boys went golfing while the girls cooked a delicious feast. As always, the food was great and the company was unbeatable. We have so much to be thankful for! Here are some pictures of the day:

Connor's 2nd Halloween

We had a fabulous Halloween with our sweet baby boy! We first went to Fairy Tale town to celebrate Flora's 3rd birthday. Then we drove to Modesto and visited with the Louis family and celebrated Grandma Mary's birthday. After that, we went to the Mitchell's to celebrate Mandy's birthday and go Trick or Treating! Connor had a wonderful day and I have to say... he is the cutest lion I've ever seen! What do you think?