LONG TIME NO SEE uh...BLOG

Sorry I've been out of commission for a while. Lots to catch up on!

First things first...MY SWEET LITTLE BABY IS GROWING UP!!!! Who knew that babies could learn so much and teach us even more? It's amazing to watch him walk, (he tries so hard to run), laugh, roll, chase the dog, say Momma and Da Da. Ugh! It makes me want to cry. He's been walking since he was about 9 months old (first steps at 8 months...just not very good until 9 months). He's been using a sippy cup EXCLUSIVELY since 8 months, and "riding" his powerwheels 4 wheeler since he was about 9 months. We are currently getting ready for his 1st birthday next month!!!

BY THE WAY...TERRI, IF YOU'RE READING THIS-I COULD REALLY USE SOME TIPS ON THE BDAY INVITES. For those of you who may not know, Terri-Dustin's cousin-is one of the craftiest (if that's a word) people I know. Her daughter, Allison, has had the cutest bday invites the last two years I have ever seen.

Secondly, MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!! We are getting out decorations, making lists, getting presents and singing the carols!! I love Christmas. Halloween was fun too though. We entered Michael in a Costume Parade at the mall where he won 1st place for the 2 and under age group and 1st place-with his cousins Allison and Garrett, for the trio group. Michael was a scarecrow, Allison was Dorathy, and Garrett was a handsom Lion. We actually didn't plan it this way, but it turned out really cute. Dustin and Michael's "Uncle Joey" built a wooden wagon out of scrap wood and shopping cart wheels to pull Michael in. Joey also built his son, Lane/Police officer, a jail wagon to pull his prisoners-big brother Dustin, friend Dannie, and dog Max! Lane won 2nd place in his age group...but I personally think he was robbed!! :) We had a great day!

I'll post a picture album as soon as possible. Keep in touch... post a comment or email me at maryfrances.austin@yahoo.com!