More snow pics

It sontinued to snow on and off until about midnight, so I got the kids up bright and early this morning for one more chance to play in the snow. It had started melting , but our deck still had quite a bit on it. It will not last long, todays high is in the 50's.

Baby, Its Cold Outside

Its snowing, Its snowing!!! I know for those of you up north you are thinking, So What?????, but living in the deep south where it RARELY ever snows, it is an exciting thing. :) We were getting reports all afternoon that it was snowing all around us. Both Christopher and Tiffany called me from work more than once to tell me it was snowing. I even had reports of it snowing a couple of streets down, but as the evening progressed and night time came, we had all but given up on seeing any. Then about 7p.m. tonight we got a few flakes. Tiana and Connor stood at the door and were pretty excited. Then we went about our business. Around 8pm, I stuck my head out the back door and imagine my surprise when I saw our deck COVERED in snow, and it was still coming down at a rapid pace. I immediately called the little ones and they came running, we quickly put on some warm clothes and went out to play. Yes, at 8p.m., as I did not want to miss what I am sure will be our only chance this winter. Hope you enjoy the pics. :)

Those Crazy Courtney Kids

Christopher and Tiffany will be mortified if they see the posts below. SHHHHHH!!!! dont say anything. Just trying to do my part in spreading a little Christmas joy. It seems that Connor has been cloned, but after trying several times to correct it, I gave up.

You will need to scroll down to the bottom and turn off the music on my playlist.

Hope you enjoy. :)

A Christmas Ho Down

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Those crazy courtney kids

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Connor's 3rd birthday

a kiss for the birthday boy
all smiles
blowing out the candles with a little help from big sister

opening his first gift a tractor just like Baba's
so excited!

Yesterday was Connor's 3rd birthday (his first with us). It was a very busy day and we did not get to celebrate until after dinner. He enjoyed blowing out his candles (with a little help from Tiana) and loved his gifts. He is a true boy and loves anything with wheels.

The past 8 months with Connor has been a ride. That is for sure! :) He is a sweet little boy with a whole lot of spice ;) The noise level in our home has went up quite dramatically and he can throw a tantrum with the best. We love our little guy with the million dollar smile, and self confident strut.

Happy Birthday Wild Man, we are so happy you are home.

Love

Mommy

A Day At Old McDonalds Farm

Saturday Chris and I took Tiana, Connor and our granddaughter Madisyn to Old McDonalds Farm. They had a blast feeding all the animals, taking a pony and train ride and playing on the playground. At the end of the day they also got to choose a pumpkin and as you can see they were very happy with their choices. BTW have you ever tried to get a 3,4,and 5 year old to look and smile at the same time. I took several pics, but finally gave up. I will post the best one. lol!

Snaggle Tooth

How can it be that my baby lost her first tooth already? It had been loose all week and then last night as she was eating an ice cream cone it came out. She just matter of factly handed it to me and said. I lose my tooth mama. lol! The tooth fairy came last night and it was too funny watching her this morning. She very carefully picked up the edge of the pillow then laid it back down and said " You do it mama" , I think she was afraid of what she would find. lol!!!

CHOO CHOO!!!!

Off they go!! Waving at Mama
Tiana, Jordan and Connor

Tiana and Connor received this Choo Choo train from Nonnie and Pa for their birthday's. They love it!!!

More photos

Blowing out her candles
She did it!!!!!!
Exactly what she wanted!!!!!

Queen of the mountain
What a beauty!
Working together !!

Here are a few photos of Tiana's birthday and also of her and Connor playing on a load of dirt Chris has brought in to fill in some area's of our yard.

Happy Birthday Sweet Girl

Today Tiana turns 5 years old. It is just not possible for me to adequately express my love for this sweet child. I often wonder what I have done in life to deserve to be her mommy. As happy as I am to have that honor, my heart breaks for her birth parents, and the loss they must feel not having her in their lives. Without invading her privacy it was very evident by a letter they left that she was deeply loved, but because of her cleft lip were unable to get her the care she needed. I pray on this day and everyday that somehow they have peace with their decision. I wish they knew how loved and cherished she is.

I took her to have birthday photos done today and of course as always she hammed it up in front of the camera. She makes the photographers job very easy. I have downloaded a few.

Happy Birthday My Sweet Baby!! I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH!!!!!

Love,

Mommy