Kylah's Day Care

Craig and I made the decision when I went back to work (part time) to send Kylah to day care. My mom runs a day care from her home and we contemplated whether or not we wanted Kylah to go there. We wanted Grandma to be "Grandma", and I didn't want to take advantage of my mom in any way. She finally convinced Craig and I that sending Kylah to her would be her dream come true, and promised she'd treat Kylah the same as she does all her other kids.

From day one it's been the best decision we could've made for Kylah. Obviously, Grandma gives Kylah more love and affection than any other day care provider could ever give her. But the attention she receives from all the kids, the fun environment, and the learning activities they work with her on are more than I could ever give her at home. We are so happy to send Kylah to Grandma's house for day care - and from the pictures below, you'll easily see why!

And this is my mom, Kylah's Grandma and day care provider, who we are so thankful for...

We love you!

Family Vacation: TEXAS

Craig and I decided it was time for a family vacation over our 4th anniversary to one of our favorite, most relaxing locations: Galveston, Texas. Kylah did surprisingly, and thankfully, very well on her first plane ride. I'd travel again with her any day, and fortunately for us - she's free until she's 2 years old!

After a long afternoon of travel, the airline losing our luggage, two broken car seats from the rental company, a fast food order gone wrong, a very large bee in the car that stung Craig, and learning of our friend Emily's rollerblading accident, we FINALLY made it to our destination! Even though the trip started on a sour note, it quickly turned around and we had a wonderful family vacation together. Eight days of relaxation, a few glasses of wine (or margaritas!), fabulous meals, and great times with friends and family...it doesn't get any better than that!

First day in Galveston

My Aunt Tami and Uncle Randy (Kylah's Godparents) have a beautiful beach house down in Galveston that they've welcomed us to the past 3 years now. It was so nice to bring Kylah with us, and for all of us to spend time with them again. Aunt Tami, I know you're reading this! Thank you again for everything you did for us last week. We had a fantastic time, and can't wait to see you and your family again soon. Love you! Kylah and her "second" cousin, and new buddy, Mark:
Ben and Emily drove from Friendswood - 25 minutes from Galveston - to hang out with us and my family the first day too. It was so great to see them again, and relax while watching a gorgeous sunset. Em, I know you're reading this too! Thanks for spending two weekends with us - we love you guys!

Thanks Grandma!

Grandma Taetsch made this dress for Kylah, and she looks so cute in it! It was perfect for our trip. She's lucky to have such a talented grandma!

Enjoying some family time

Kylah and Mommy (Happy Mother's day to me!) Kylah and her Daddy
Kylah is learning that when you hide behind something, you don't actually disappear. She leans forward to find you - which is what she was doing during a game of Peak-a-boo with Craig:
I see you!!!

Such cute little feet!

Beach Baby

Kylah had no problem with the heat down in Texas...just give her a water bottle and she's a happy camper!

(What do you think, could this be the next Ozarka Water Ad?)
After daddy dumped it on her head... It doesn't look like it in this picture, but she loved it! It's a good thing, because she's going to be in the water all summer with us :)

San Antonio

While down in Texas we made a trip to San Antonio with Ben and Emily to see Jamie, Krista, and their son Chase (friends from college). It was so great to see them again, and go to the River walk!

We stopped for lunch at the Mexican Manhattan...if you're ever in San Antonio, do NOT eat there! The food was terrible - and this was their idea of queso - we thought we were getting a dip! Who would eat this much cheese???
Em was so disappointed in the queso above that when we stopped for drinks at the next Mexican restaurant, she ordered their version of queso dip. MUCH better!
60 ounces of Margarita on the rocks....mmmmm :)

Brent William Klibert

Kylah and Caleb have a new "third" cousin to grow up with now! Ryan and Debra welcomed Brent William Klibert into the world on Monday, May 12th. Although Debra wasn't due until the 26th, we were excited he came early so we could meet him before heading home from Texas! He's absolutely adorable.

Sleeping peacefully...The proud father (my cousin)...
Congratulations Ryan, Debra, and the new Grandparents!

That pretty much concludes the main events of our family vacation to Texas! And although we had a great time, it definitely feels good to be home now :) Can't wait to see you all again soon!

Happy Mother's Day

I am so blessed, proud, excited, and thankful that I was able to celebrate my first Mother's day this year. Being a mom to Kylah has been nothing short of a dream come true. The love I have for that little girl, as well as for my incredible husband and our dog is stronger than I could ever explain. I couldn't be happier, that's for sure!

I got to celebrate Mother's day early because of our vacation to Texas. Craig, Kylah and Riley surprised me with a beautiful jewelry box that matches our bedroom furniture!

It's just perfect, and I was so happy to receive it that I couldn't wait to fill it. So at midnight (the night before we flew to Texas) I filled 'er up!

Brian and Ashley also gave me these beautiful flowers - Thank you!!

And to both of our Moms (Kylah's grandmothers), Happy Mother's Day! We love you Y

Afternoon fun at the park

Uncle Mark, Craig, Riley and I took Kylah to the park by our house for the first time on Sunday. Riley loved playing 'monkey in the middle' with the guys, and Kylah loved the swing! It's going to be great having the park so close as she grows up!

Visiting the Wibbeler's

Kylah loves her Aunt Stacy, Uncle Larry, and Timber!

Thanks again for having us over last weekend :)

Summer's almost here...

In April we were teased with some really nice days of sun. It even reached 80 degrees a couple of times! Right now it's only 50 degrees, definitely not warm enough for shorts. But - the nice weather was a sign that summer's on the way - and we are very excited!!