Brody's Blog

Christmas Scrapbook 2011

2011-12-28T15:07:00.000-06:00

Joyful Christmas Wishes!

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Halloween Scrapbook

2011-11-02T11:32:00.006-05:00

Halloween 2011 was full of celebration. Brody loved every minute of Captain Hook time. We loved seeing all of our favorite kids in their adorable costumes. Now can someone please come over and take all this candy out of the house?

Happy Halloween 2011

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Happy Halloween from Captain Hook and all of the Jennings!!!

Happy Birthday, Daddy!

2011-09-27T11:31:00.005-05:00

Happy Birthday to the best dad in the world.

Do you like the shirts I picked out for us?

I love you -- Brody

P.S. Sorry I let go of the balloons!

back in session

2011-09-07T22:54:00.006-05:00

Brody is back to school today! This year brings even more curriculum, including Spanish on Mondays and chapel on Wednesdays. Brody was so excited to see his friends again after the summer break. We cannot wait to see how he grows as the year goes on.

Colorado Scrapbook

2011-08-18T17:23:00.009-05:00

This year was one of our favorite visits to LoLo & Pop's cabin in Colorado. Brody was able to spend special time with his grandparents and cousins. We fished, threw rocks in the creek, rode a horse (named Cleo), went rafting, rode a ski lift, ate at some of our family's favorite restaurants and more! Whew! Believe it or not, it actually was relaxing. And a wonderful escape from a busy summer. We are already counting the days to our next trip.

summer means...(part 2)

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road trips.

Summer means...

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learning to swim all the way across the pool!

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2011-07-15T16:03:00.005-05:00

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Fourth of July in the Mountains

2011-07-06T22:07:00.006-05:00

This year we spent Fourth of July weekend with a LOT of my family in Red River, New Mexico. It was a wonderful holiday filled with family celebration, cool(er) weather, sun and rain (the good kind)! Brody is a mountain man at heart. He could spend endless hours throwing rocks into the river and filling his pockets with all kinds of messy treasures.

Fouth of July parade downtown

During the National Anthem

Special time with Daddy and Uncle Andrew

Miller Cousins!

Looking out at the Rio Grande Gorge

Popsicles in the pool!

2011-06-23T11:51:00.002-05:00

We are doing all we can to keep cool these days, and yesterday that meant ice-cold popsicles and pool time with some good friends.

when I grow up...(part 2)

2011-06-07T13:22:00.003-05:00

Brody's list of potential future vocations is growing! These were taken in our driveway yesterday. Brody told me that when he grows up he would like to be a construction worker and build us a new driveway.

Here is a little more detail about his last career path!

School's out for the summer!

2011-05-27T15:34:00.006-05:00

Yesterday Brody had his last day of preschool. His first year was so much fun for all of us. He LOVED going to school. We are going to miss his first teacher, Mrs. Miriam and all the wonderful friends he made this year. It was such a delight to hear him tell stories about what he and his friends did that day and he really learned so much.

Brody on his last day...and his first day this past September!

Welcome Graham!

2011-05-02T13:25:00.003-05:00

Brody has a new cousin! Graham arrived safely and healthy on Thursday and we have loved seeing him. Brody has been very excited about his first "boy" cousin. He's ready to teach him all about dinosaurs, trains, rockets and robots.

Check out all the details on Hayley's blog!

Thanks so much, Dale, for taking these adorable pictures!

Easter 2011

2011-04-24T17:43:00.005-05:00

Easter this year has been so fun. Since Brody is three, he is beginning to to try and understand what the holiday is really all about. He knows it is about Jesus, and his version goes something like this...some bad guys killed Jesus and then put him in a cave behind a big rock. Then God brought Jesus back to life because he loves Jesus and loves us.

Not bad, right?

This year we celebrated with LoLo & Pop, Aunt Hayley & Uncle Casey, Clare, Syd, and Jane. AND Graham is just about here! The cousins loved their Easter Egg hunt and continued to hide and find the eggs all morning.

Oh, and Brody wants everyone to know that bunnies don't lay eggs.

Happy Easter everyone!

When I grow up...

2011-03-24T15:51:00.003-05:00

Lately Brody has been talking about being a pilot when he grows up. I am trying to take comfort in that being the reason he has been wearing his "gobbles" non-stop for the past two days. He wore them shopping yesterday and told everyone they helped him see at night, underwater, and in caves.

a little party

2011-02-13T21:05:00.003-06:00

This weekend Brody had a family birthday celebration. After weeks of being indoors, it was so fun to have a gorgeous day and lots of fun with grandparents, great-grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Snow daze...

2011-02-04T18:04:00.003-06:00

Remember when snow days were fun??? After our fourth straight day of ice and snow...no school...no playdates...no going outside or running off steam, THIS is how we all felt about yet another "snow day!"

At least Brody and Daddy were able to spend part of the afternoon making a snow friend! For a Texan, Daddy builds a GREAT snowman!

Yippee...Brody is THREE!!!

2011-02-01T10:08:00.005-06:00

Brody is three today! He is such a happy, funny boy. He plays so hard, but loves so sweetly. Nathan and I love him SO MUCH!

Brody was going to going to get a bike for his special day, but our street looks like this. It's a sheet of ice. Actually reminds us of the day he was born!

Anyone care for a dip?

Since we couldn't make the bike work, I made a late-night trip to the toy store yesterday and got a more indoor appropriate gift!

laughing

2011-01-20T21:00:00.006-06:00

nothing better than tickles from daddy!

oh my, it has been so long since I've posted, and I am so sorry! But I have been working on another project, so please come visit...

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Who says we don't have fall in TX?

2010-12-18T15:49:00.002-06:00

Tiny Toys

2010-12-17T20:14:00.003-06:00

Brody is a shockingly organized toddler. I walked into the living room today and he had precisely placed each of his tiny toys into the divets of our couch. I tried to move one and he quickly replaced the empty space. It is so funny to try and imagine what kids are thinking.

Have yourself a merry

2010-12-04T19:21:00.002-06:00

Mamma and Memphis (TX)

2010-11-23T17:32:00.007-06:00

This weekend we went to visit Brody's great-grandmother, Mamma in Memphis, Texas. Memphis is a small farming town in the panhandle. Right now the cotton is being harvested. We had a wonderful weekend with great weather, lots of special activities that we don't do in the city, and the best time with Mamma!

on the cotton farm with Mamma

we never knew cotton looked like this!

Brody got to ride in this cotton "stripping" tractor

he loved it, of course, and it is HUGE

Nathan brought Brody to the Memphis High School Football Stadium

State Champions in 1991!

making friends with some crazy pigs on a farm

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

2010-10-31T15:35:00.003-05:00

Happy Halloween, everybody! We hope you and your little ones enjoy all the indulgences of the evening...and recover quickly from the sugar-high!

Finally Fall!

2010-09-28T13:11:00.002-05:00

The temperatures have finally started to come down around here, so like everyone else, we've been spending a lot of time outside! Here are a few recent pictures of our time back in the fresh air.

Arbuckle Wilderness

2010-09-18T22:00:00.004-05:00

This morning we headed out to Arbuckle Wilderness, a safari style, drive-through zoo. All three of us had a wonderful wildlife adventure.

Brody was well-prepared for the trip, with snacks and his favorite tunes.

A friendly emu peeks in our car.

Brody has been ready to see these giraffes all week.

This tortoise peeked out of his house to see us.

A HUNGRY ostrich.

First Day of School

2010-09-09T20:45:00.004-05:00

Today was Brody's first day of preschool. Brody has been looking forward to the start of school for months and he woke up with eager excitement. He loves his teacher, Ms. Miriam (Brody pronounces it Ma-mee-mam). After school he told us all about the fun he had, including taking a nap with all his new friends.

Here is a little glimpse of our morning.

Brody walking into school with his best friend, Taylor (aka Baby T)

Colorado 2010

2010-08-10T18:23:00.006-05:00

Our family is so fortunate to be able to take an annual trip to the Colorado mountains to visit LoLo and Pop. As Brody grows, every year is more fun. When everything works out perfectly, we are able to coordinate our timing with Brody's cousins (Clare, Sydney & Jane). This is the stuff memories are made of!!!

mountain exploration

Clare, Sydney, Jane & Brody

Brody riding "Apple"

Clare fishing

Syd (behind), Jane (front)

LoLo with Jane & Sydney

Pop & Syd

In the river!

These goats made Brody laugh!

Like father, like son?

Brody Today

2010-07-23T13:13:00.003-05:00

Prayer

2010-07-12T15:19:00.003-05:00

For those of you that need a little interpretation...

(Nathan) Brody, do you want to say one more prayer?

(Brody) No, me go to the bookstore.

(Nathan) ok. Say one quick prayer first. Ready, go?

(Brody) two, three, four, five, dear god, thank you for the delicious food, and the food. AMEN!

Let Freedom Ring!

2010-07-05T19:59:00.003-05:00

FREEDOM

...and fashion

More Fourth of July pictures coming soon. We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday!

Summer

2010-07-02T14:12:00.004-05:00

Summer has started! Brody has been enjoying swimming lessons for the past month and we are happily (?) sweating the rest of the day. Yesterday we had a pool party with Brody's twin cousins, Eli & Gus at DD and Opa's house. This weekend LoLo and Pop brought Mamma into town for the weekend, so we are going to have a fun, family-filled 4th!

A walk in his shoes

2010-06-10T08:35:00.003-05:00

Risky Business

2010-05-25T15:00:00.002-05:00

Graduation Day

2010-05-20T20:44:00.004-05:00

Today was graduation day for Brody...from The Little Gym! He has spent the last year dancing, swinging, climbing, tumbling and singing and today was his last day. Nathan came to witness all of Brody's acheivements!

What mother couldn't love this kid?

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Dinosaur Rescue Required

2010-05-04T15:13:00.002-05:00

Getting a good idea

Caught in the act

So pleased

The Tyrannosaurus is still in the pool. Nathan is going to have to rescue it!

Changing quickly

2010-04-23T20:42:00.003-05:00

There's not a lot of exciting news over here, but it just seems like Brody is changing so quickly these days...just letting you guys see a bit of who he is today!

Nature Days

2010-04-18T15:07:00.003-05:00

It has really felt like spring in Dallas over the past couple of weeks. We celebrated by going with some friends to the Arboretum. Brody wasn't loving posing with the flowers, but here are a couple fun moments of our time in nature.

Cousin Time

2010-04-14T21:15:00.005-05:00

I think Brody would rather spend time with his cousins than do any other possible activity. They make him laugh in the most heart-melting way...and they know it. They love saying things they know will crack him up. Last week we went to the park. Clearly we all had a great time.

Clare

Sydney

Jane

Helping in the garden...

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Happy Easter

2010-04-04T18:21:00.006-05:00

Easter 2010 was a big success! Brody (along with a little help from Mommy, Daddy, LoLo, DD and Opa) dyed his first Easter eggs. Today we had a big hunt and then an even bigger brunch. Happy Easter everyone!

I didn't take these

2010-03-09T15:10:00.004-06:00

I wish I could take credit for these beautiful pictures, but Abby White, a long-time friend of Nathan's, did the work! We had such a fun morning with her in Deep Ellum and love the sneak peek she sent over.

Check out her website for even more creative pics! http://abbywhitephotography.com/

Pictures

2010-02-09T16:10:00.003-06:00

The Bash

2010-02-08T19:58:00.013-06:00

This weekend was Brody's 2nd birthday party. For those of you who couldn't be with us, here's what it looked like...

the invite

the decor

the cake

the birthday boy's space-themed attire

pre-party

balancing a rocket straw (how???)

Big Boy

2010-02-04T20:06:00.004-06:00

As you know, Brody's 2nd birthday was on Monday. Today he had his two year check-up. He is a healthy, happy toddler. He was such a good boy, even after an hour wait, two shots, a flu mist and two finger pricks.

As usual, his height (39 inches) and weight (38 pounds) are way off the charts. He doesn't even fall in a percentile any more. His little dot is so far above the curve, it's almost off the page. Literally! According to his doctor, he is a "big ole hoss." The doctor told us today if he stays on this same growth pattern he will be about 6' 5". Even if he slows down, he will definitely be taller than Nathan (6' 2").

Happy 2nd!

2010-02-01T21:34:00.002-06:00

Brody is two! He woke up today excited for "everybody" (at his party, which isn't until Saturday) and "cake." We spent the day doing having what I imagine to be a two-year-old's dream day...Little Gym in the morning, lunch with DD & Opa at Purple Cow (corn dogs & a milkshake!), lots of play time with his choo-choos, games at Chuck E Cheese, a happy meal at McDonald's and CAKE! Whew. Good thing it's a year until three!

Roar

2010-01-26T15:55:00.002-06:00

Every boy, at once stage in his life, probably has a dinosaur obsession. At not yet two, Brody has entered his. He can say "dinosaur" and "T Rex" with distinct clarity. Today (along with LoLo, Aunt Hayley, and cousins Jane & Sydney) we went to the Heard Museum, which has a nature trail and...you guessed it...dinosaurs. These dinosaurs are huge. They move. And roar. Very thrilling/terrifying!

Brody loved watching from a safe distance.

Once the dinos started moving and growling...RUN!

Snack-time may have been the most enjoyable time for all three.

B-R-O-D-Y

2010-01-19T22:12:00.002-06:00

Loads of Christmas

2009-12-31T09:06:00.009-06:00

Christmas 2009 was a wonderful holiday in the Jennings household! We started with my family (the Millers/Dowds) at our house on Christmas Eve. There was food aplenty. We had the chili and tamales we have eaten every Christmas Eve for as long as my memories go back. And of course there were tons of gifts! Christmas Morning was just our family for stockings and Santa's big gift. Then we went to Nathan's parents house for fun with the cousins, Aunt Jennifer, Mamma, and of course LoLo and Pop. It was fun to see the little ones really play with each other.

the calm before the storm

gift inspection

brody made this face with each gift he opened!

the first white Christmas Eve in Dallas on record!!!

making Rudolf cookies for Santa

Brody had creative freedom on this "rudolf"

A good holiday!

A few pictures

2009-12-21T15:05:00.003-06:00

I've been in chastised lately for not putting up enough new pictures of Brody (not that it's a new problem!), so here are a few for everyone missing his big blue eyes.

Christmas is Coming!

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Tis the Season...

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...to take pictures with Santa

Brody was not as sure about Mr. Claus this year. No tears, but definitely some apprehension. Last year was a little more what a parent hopes for.

Pumpkin Patch

2009-11-09T21:01:00.000-06:00

Let's call these pictures from the pumpkin patch "Harvesty" not "Halloween-y", ok?

Potty Time!

2009-11-03T20:01:00.003-06:00

He did it! Tonight Brody pottied in the potty! He seems happy...probably because of the M&M reward.

Halloween Highlights

2009-11-01T19:34:00.002-06:00

This was Brody's second Halloween, and this year he went as the King himself, Elvis!

Brody with his cousins, Clare (butterfly), Jane (ladybug) & Sydney (bumblebee).

Brody with his beautiful butterfly friend, Taylor.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

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Untitled

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B. Jennings (b. 2008 - )
Mixed Media (watercolor, crayon & sticker)
10.08.09

the artist at work

tortured already?

let's hope not!

Bubbles in the tub

2009-10-01T14:47:00.003-05:00

Brody loves bathtime. This week he enjoyed a tub full of bubbles. All was well until they ended up on his face ;).

My Three Boys

2009-09-13T19:04:00.003-05:00

Colorado

2009-09-01T20:23:00.009-05:00

Each summer Nathan and I visit his parents (LoLo and Pop) in Colorado. This was Brody's second summer and it was a perfect 10 days. He was in his element riding the four wheeler with Pop and Nathan, swinging, going to the park, playing in the creek, blowing bubbles, throwing rocks, eating at some of our favorite restaurants, being outside non-stop, and getting some really quality time with LoLo and Pop. Here were some of my favorite moments.

Rock On!

2009-09-01T15:50:00.003-05:00

Buzz...

2009-08-05T15:10:00.004-05:00

Brody got a haircut this week. Not just a trim...a buzz. It makes him look a lot older than 18 months!

Before/After

Maybe Nathan was tired of people saying Brody looks like me!

On another note, Brody had his 18 month check-up this week. Everything looks great. He is 35 pounds (99th percentile) and 36 1/2 inches tall (99th percentile).

Happy 60th Anniversary, Granny & Grandad!

2009-07-28T15:19:00.008-05:00

Today Granny & Grandad have been married 60 years. They are a beautiful example of a loving partnership that has produced three fine sons, six grandchildren, and four (and still counting?!) great-grandchildren. We love you so much, Granny & Grandad.

Here is the entire Jennings family! Everyone came to town last weekend to celebrate with G&G.

Brody with Granny & Grandad.

Here are all the great-grandbabies...poor Jane. But look how cute Brody and Clare are holding hands!

Red River

2009-07-12T14:45:00.009-05:00

Brody and I returned this week from an almost two week trip to Red River, New Mexico. We joined most of the Miller side of the family for a beautiful wedding of my cousin Tori and her new husband Scott. The wedding was the last weekend in June and then we stayed until after the 4th of July. Brody had the best time in the mountains. They are just what any young boy would love...lots of rocks, water, fish, activity, bugs, sun, trucks, dogs and much more. It was a wonderful trip, but it feels great to be back home (we missed Daddy.)

Brody and I at the wedding. He is holding a rock...his favorite New Mexico treasure.

Uncle Marcus and Brody.

Uncle Marcus, Brody and Aunt Anna.

Great times with Uncle Andrew.

Brody loved meeting many cousins for the first time, but cousin Matt made a lasting impression!

Opa went to the stream and fished most days. Great outfit.

Success!

Andrew, Chelsea, Taylor, Carrie and I went for a hike to Lost Lake. It is a 6.5 mike trek (each way), going to an altitude of almost 11,000 feet. I have to brag about this because it was really hard, so I will probably not be going again!!!

Almost there. What a view.

There is snow up there! In July!

Is it unnecessary to say that Brody really loved the Jeep?

He also loved swinging with anyone he could talk into it.
Uncle Austin and Uncle Marcus both got suckered.

Uncle Austin, Brody, Uncle Andrew, Cousin Matt, Uncle Marcus, Aunt Anna and Chelsea on the bridge by the Miller cabin.

Moving Announcement

2009-06-09T10:25:00.004-05:00

New Home, New Friends

2009-06-08T19:11:00.005-05:00

Brody, Nathan, Zeke & I moved into our new house last week! There are still lots of boxes to unpack, but we love our new house. Brody spends a lot of time looking out the window...

and quacking at the ducks who visit our pool every day!

I will post pictures of the house once we get it a little more together.

We took a walk today...

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and I took a few pictures

Conquest!

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Some of Brody's early steps...

Boy Time

2009-03-04T14:16:00.002-06:00

One Year Pics

2009-02-20T16:59:00.003-06:00

Brody had some REAL pictures taken this morning and I am so pleased with the sneak peak! Our friend Abby was the photographer and she did such a good job.

http://abbywhitephotography.com/blog/?p=105

A couple of pics

2009-02-18T15:32:00.001-06:00

TWO STEPS FORWARD (one tiny step back)

2009-02-06T18:51:00.002-06:00

Hooray! Brody took two legitimate steps today. No assistance! I know, I know, our worlds are about to change, but I for one am pleased to know that my days toting a 30+ pound baby are coming to a close :).

Unfortunately our poor boy took his first two steps on the same day he was diagnosed with RSV. For those of you who don't know it's a viral infection that doesn't really affect adults with much more than a case of the sniffles, but can be pretty tough on little guys. He's on quite a bit of medicine for all the other problems it has caused (double ear infections, chest infection, reduced oxygen intake), but there isn't much we can do for the RSV except watch it and make sure it doesn't cause bigger problems.

Brody is going to be fine, but if you get the chance, say a little prayer that he will heal up fast and return to his super-smiley self!

Brody pushing his Cozy Coupe (a bday gift from DD and Opa) with his new puppy and get well balloons from Uncle Andrew and girlfriend Chelsea and Uncle Austin and girlfriend Katherine.

Brody's First Birthday

2009-02-02T17:02:00.003-06:00

Brody turned one yesterday. It is with complete sincerity that I say it has been the best year of our lives. We are so blessed to have him complete our family.

On a less sentimental note, Brody's big blow-out was on Saturday. We had a great turn out! It had a construction theme and everything turned out pretty cute...excuse me...tough.

Brody and his daddy outside pre-party.

The cake!

Brody's first cake experience.

Everyone enjoying the loot.

Merry Christmas Y'all!

2008-12-29T14:02:00.003-06:00

Brody's first Christmas was wonderful! We spent the days with grandparents, great-grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles and (lots of) dogs too! Brody soaked it all in and was spoiled rotten, which was no surprise.

We hope all of your holidays were as joy-filled as ours.

Brody showing off the loot from his stocking. Note the fancy bib and froggie "boxers!"

His first clubs. These might be his favorite gift. He crawls around with the clubs sticking straight out of his mouth. Very safe.

Brody in Pop's lap, next to Clare. Jane and Sydney are sitting with LoLo.

Clare and Brody are so funny together. He is fascinated by her. She calls him Bobo.

Brody, Jane, Clare and Sydney in front of the tree after a packed Christmas Day.

Brody meets the Man in Red

2008-12-11T12:23:00.003-06:00

We've moved!

2008-12-09T16:49:00.004-06:00

Brody, Nathan and I made the cross country trip last week and we are back in Dallas! Brody and I flew home with most of my family who had come out to Michigan over the Thanksgiving holiday to help us move. Nathan and Zeke made the long drive to the Big D.

For now we are staying with family while we search for our new home. It feels good to be back in Texas, although we are already missing the wonderful friends we made in Detroit.

What a Monkey!

2008-11-11T11:12:00.003-06:00

Brody's new favorite pastime is "feeding" Nathan and me whatever he is supposed to be eating. He grabs his peas, cheerios, green beans or whatever is on his tray and holds it out to put in our mouths. It is really so funny!

Fall in MI

2008-10-24T10:16:00.008-05:00

Fall in Michigan means:

bundling up

visits from friends

Jenny & Derek

(Chris) Green & Sonya

Sonya & Jenny

trips to the cider mill

Brody's first apple cider donut

Brody learning to crawl

is this the face of a troublemaker?

who, me?

What could be better?

2008-10-09T16:30:00.003-05:00

Brody got a new pair of shoes today.

And his first balloon.

I've had 10 minutes of peace to add this post, while he plays with his new toy.

What could be better?

Although he is now eating his shoe!

Brody says it's been too long!

2008-10-07T15:32:00.004-05:00

I've definitely fallen behind on blogging lately, everyone. Sorry! Here is the latest on Brody.

He is eight months old.
He says "da da" and "ro ro" and "MA" but the last only when he's mad and yelling, so that doesn't make me feel very good!
He has six teeth. Four on top and two on the bottom.
He just started barely crawling yesterday. He only gets arms and knees moving in unison for a moment or two before giving up and rolling where he wants to go, but he's getting there.
He weights 25 1/2 pounds...more than the average one year old.
He still has the bluest eyes you've ever seen (see below for proof).

In Jennings family news, we've decided to list our home in Royal Oak and try to get closer to home (Texas). The market here is pretty rough, so it could take some time, but we're cautiously optimistic. If you were looking to visit Michigan and wanting a place to stay, come and see us soon!

Colorado

2008-09-08T14:37:00.007-05:00

Over Labor Day week Nathan, Brody and I went to stay with LoLo and Pop at their cabin in Colorado. Hayley, Casey, Clare, Jane & Sydney met us there and it was a wonderful week. The tone was a little different than in years past with three babies and a 2 1/2 year old, but it is still our favorite getaway and it is such a blessing to be able to spend the time with family.

Brody had a fun week. He really enjoyed LoLo and Pop's swing. He watched Pop catch a fish in the creek and even grabbed a fin!

Nathan and I had a great time with Chuck and Lometa, Hayley and Casey. LoLo and Pop were kind enough to babysit (yes, all FOUR!) so we could go to a couple of dinners with Hayley and Casey. The boys played golf and fished and the girls all went into town for lunch and a massage. I think in the end everyone had just the vacation they needed and I'm already thinking about next year!

Brody waiting for the action in the "baby pit."

We tried to have a photo session with the babies one afternoon. About 90 pictures later this is the closest I found to three smiles!

Sydney, Brody, Jane

The other 89 look like this...

Sydney, Brody, Jane

Or this...

Jane, Brody, Sydney

Brody and LoLo are still having fun!

Jane, LoLo, Sydney, with Brody in the front

Nathan and Brody early one morning.

Brody can hold himself up!

All four kids on LoLo and Pop's bed. Not the greatest picture, but one of the few Clare would participate in! Notice Brody's arm around Sydney! So cute.

Clare, Jane, Brody, Sydney

Fun one morning with LoLo and Clare.

A great shot of Jane. I love that wrinkled nose.

A rare smile from Sydney. I think it's because she is escaping the "baby pit."

Brody, Sydney, Jane

Rub a Dub.

Sydney, Brody, Jane

I'm sure he'll kill me for this pic one day!

First season opener

2008-09-07T13:44:00.005-05:00

Today Brody gets to enjoy his first Cowboys season opener. As you can see above, he's prepared. When he woke up this morning, the first thing he said was that the Boys road to Tampa begins today. A new fan is born.

Photo Session

2008-08-21T16:02:00.004-05:00

I know it's been too long since I've posted. It seems like a lot has gone on!

Let's see...
- Brody has two new teeth! The bottom center.
- Brody's uncle Andrew and his girlfriend Chelsea came to visit. We all had a great weekend.
- Brody had his first "real" pictures taken. Here's a sneak peek, but there are a lot more.

http://mod4.com/blog/2008/08/baby-brody/

Halfway

2008-08-01T09:55:00.003-05:00

Happy Six Months, Brody!
Now blow out those candles.

This Little Light of Mine

2008-07-28T10:34:00.003-05:00

Yesterday was Brody's first outing to church! He had lots of attention in the nursery (when we checked in there were three very cute girls and he was the only baby!). I think he enjoyed himself for the most part and it was great for Nathan and I to start getting plugged back in.

Roly Poly

2008-07-26T13:48:00.003-05:00

This was a big week for Brody. He started rolling over! Monday night he rolled over from back to front. Then on Tuesday morning he started rolling over from front to back! He is still a little smoother going from back to tummy. He has a tendency to get stuck on his stomach and forget he knows how to fix it. He loves to roll over in his crib at bedtime, get stuck and start panicking, so we have to go in there and roll him back over.

He continues to be more and more engaging. After a few minutes no one is a stranger and he is full of smiles for all. He has become very easy to make laugh, too, which is just so much fun (see "compressed air" below for a demo!).

hey ladies

The Miracle of Compressed Air

2008-07-23T16:35:00.003-05:00

It's a bit tough to see it, but I'm spraying him with compressed air. He obviously likes it.

So blessed

2008-07-15T11:04:00.001-05:00

We are just so lucky we get to raise this boy and see his smiling face every day.

Back to Texas

2008-07-14T14:12:00.002-05:00

Nathan, Brody & I went back to Texas this past weekend. Nathan had a training in Dallas, so Brody and I decided to hitch a ride home. It was a great visit. Brody did much better on the plane so we are less nervous about traveling with him in the future. We took him to some of our favorite places...Blue Goose, Zorbas and Mi Cocina. Yum.

Some new things about Brody...
- he is eating solids. he LOVES sweet potatoes, but hates peas.
- he is sitting up incredibly well, but still won't roll over!

on Opa's chair

on Opa

laughing with DD

lounging on Gamma & Granddaddy

killer smile

Only five months, but already ALL boy!

2008-07-08T09:17:00.003-05:00

Last night I was feeding Brody before bed and I put him up on my shoulder to burp. You would not believe the trucker burp that came out of this baby! It must have lasted 10 seconds. He was quite impressed, too. Half-way through he decided to start "talking"...kind of like the boys who would burp the alphabet in elementary school. At the end he was so proud of himself he burst out into a huge grin and started laughing. Not exactly the soothing bedtime routine I was going for, but hilarious, nonetheless!

my three boys

Man of the House

2008-07-07T07:49:00.003-05:00

Last week Nathan and I had our first trip away without Brody. It was bittersweet, to put it mildly. It was so nice to get some rest and really talk with one another, but it was excruciating to be away from our son. We were only gone four days, but it felt like a lifetime.

LoLo and Pop came up from Colorado to babysit and I'm not sure who was having the most fun...

Boing boing

2008-06-27T18:28:00.003-05:00

Body By Brody

2008-06-18T15:56:00.003-05:00

In order to achieve a killer bod like Brody...

You have to really enjoy your dinner!

Happy Father's Day!

2008-06-15T15:27:00.002-05:00

The First Supper

2008-06-07T12:31:00.005-05:00

Brody had his first meal last night. Not sure he gets it quite yet. He's managed to figure out the bottle just fine though if you go by the size of his man boobs...

The Big 4-Mo.

2008-06-03T12:57:00.002-05:00

Brody celebrated his four month birthday on Sunday. He has been the most amazing blessing during the the first quarter of his first year. Yesterday was his doctor's appointment and he is 19 pounds, 27 1/2 inches, which puts him in the 97th percentile for both height and weight! Everyone we come across is surprised when they find out how old he is. He is laughing and smiling a ton, is almost rolling over (we think) and will be starting solid foods as soon as I get to the store to buy some rice cereal!

The Prodigy

2008-05-31T11:01:00.004-05:00