Christmas Presents

Sometimes Christmas presents can be dangerous. Nick has not yet broken any bones, but I am sure this is the gift that will help him.

Thank you Grandma and Grandpa Herod, Nick loves the pogo stick.

Christmas Morning

Nick was checking his stocking to see what Santa stuffed in it. He put in lots and lots of candy, some car puzzles/games, and he didn't forget the special electric toothbrush, for all those sugar bugs (Ha, Ha).

Christmas

What ??? Santa was here!!!!

First Present

It is tradition that we open one gift on Christmas Eve. This gift is always new pj's, a book (bedtime story), and a new ornament to put on our tree. This year when we got home from mass the boys opened their first present of the holiday season.

Ashe is not quite in his jammies yet but it was Nick who read him his first Christmas Eve book, "Daddy Snores."

Nick got new soccer jammies, the book "Mrs. Clause takes a Vacation", and a Darth Vader ornament for our tree.

Ashe got "Santa Helper " jammies, a bear Baby's First Christmas ornament, and the book "Daddy Snores."

Christmas Eve

We were asked by Father John to be the Holy Family at the 9pm Christmas Eve mass. Ashe was representing the baby Jesus. It was such an honor for our family. We had a great time. When we got there lots of families were coming up to us remembering many many years ago when their child playing baby Jesus. I am sure when Ashe is grown I will be doing the same thing. We sat up on the alter throughout most of mass. This was so nerve racking. I hate when everyone is looking at me and here we were having everyone look at us. It was so hot in these clothes and I was nervous. To our advantage Ashe feel asleep just moments before going down the aisle.

Smiles

I know what you are thinking this is not a really good smile. I am having a terrible time capturing it on my camera. Every time I try and use my lightening speed to take his picture the red light goes off for the flash and he stops smiling. I just wanted to post a milestone. Ashe has been smiling so much lately. He also coos a lot and for quite a long time, he likes to talk a lot like his mommy.

I Can See!!!

Doesn't he look smart?

When we took Nick for his 8 year old check up, he didn't do so well on his vision test. I then took him to a special children's eye doctor to have his vision rechecked.

I guess he has his mother's bad vision.

Nick really enjoys wearing his glasses, for now, he even helped to pick out the frames.

Ashe Goes to School

Today was Ashe's first day of Day Care. Here he is in his school clothes all ready to start his first day with his new friends. When I got there to pick him up he was so content and happy. I really wish I could stay home and be with him all day. I am very glad however that God brought Ashe's teacher Ms. Danielle into our lives. He seems very happy to be there each day with her.

Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving!

This year we spent Thanksgiving with Steven's mom and dad, aka Grandma and Grandpa Herod. We had a great time and of course the food was awesome. Ashe sleep through the meal and Nick picked through his, eating only a select few items.

• Nick was thankful I didn't make him eat veggies today.
• Steven is thankful for the leftovers, which means turkey sandwiches his favorite part of today, next to football.
• I am thankful for my family. Just to think a few months ago Ashe wasn't in our lives and just a year ago I never thought he would be. I am thankful to spend this holiday with my family. I just wish that I could have spent it with them all.

Spending Time Together

Nick loves being a big brother. He is so sweet to Ashe.
Ashe loves having a great big brother. When Nick comes in and talks to Ashe he turns his face towards Nicks' voice and smiles. I am so glad they have one another.

Tummy Time

1 Cute Baby + 1 Cool Activity Mat = 2 much fun

Math can be fun.

Ashe loves Tummy Time.

Puppy Tails

What are little boys made of?
Snips and Snails and puppy dog tails that's what little boys are made of.

Question... What the world is a snip???

I guess Ashe will sleep on that one.

Thank you Gainer family for the cute puppy outfit. I didn't think he would be wearing it so soon (size 6 months and Ashe is not yet 2 months).

Happy Birthday Nick!!!

Nick is now 8 years old. This weekend we spent the day at the park with a picnic. For Nick's birthday we got him some fun Nerf items. Well after the boys shot these things in the house we decided we needed somewhere with more room so we headed to Trotwood park. Nick had a great time even though we didn't go to a bunch of places. We just spent time together as a family. As you can see from looking at Ashe it was a little chilly.

1 month

Ashe is now one month old. I can't believe a month has already past. He has gotten so big and is getting so strong. He is staying up longer during the day and night. We have learned that Ashe loves to watch football. He is all boy. He is a little couch potato. He is also very amused by lamps. He enjoys looking into the bright lights. I know this can't be good for his eyes.

Happy Halloween!!!

Our little pumpkin looks full of candy or should I say milk. This outfit is so cute if you look at the pants the pockets are pumpkins. I only have one year to dress him in these crazy outfits.











Our sleepy little pumpkin man.

Happy Halloween!!!

Our Little Pumpkin

Look at how cute our Jack-o-lantern is this year. I know it's hard to believe but Ashe actually didn't mind this too much. He is now almost a month old. Look how well he holds up his head.

Ashe-o-lantern

Playing with Ashe

BOO... I see you!!!

Where did Mommy go?

Yummy Arm

The Pumpkin Patch

Here is our family at the pumpkin patch picking out a perfect pumpkin. After we spent a great deal of time walking through we found a nice pumpkin for our jack-o-lantern.

Ashe's Baptism

Today Ashe was baptized at St. Stephen's Catholic Church. He was given a saint name and is know in the Catholic community as Ashe Dane Jacob Herod. We are so glad that Ashe was baptized by Father John, just like Nick. Ashe and Nick both have the same god parents. Lisa Shiffer is their godmother, my sister. Robert Herod is their godfather, Steven's brother. After he was baptized we went out to dinner at Kobe's Japenese Steakhouse with Lisa, Grandma, and Grandpa. We had a yummy dinner and a great time.
Welcome to the Catholic Community Ashe!

Aunt Lisa comes to town...

Aunt Lisa came to sunny Florida for the weekend for Ashe's baptism. Aunt Lisa is a godmother again. The worst part of this weekend was that it was so short. We needed a lot more time together to laugh, catch up, and have fun. We miss you so much Aunt Lisa. Next time she comes to FL we hope she brings the family.