Big News..

We found out in February that we were expecting again. At first we were surprised, and a little nervous about having two children that were 18 months apart, but now we are super excited and ready to take on the challenge. I think that it will be great to have the kids close together. They will enjoy so much and we couldn't be more thrilled at this addition to our family.
This pregnacy has been different and a lot harder on me than the first one. It of course is different when you are chasing around a one year old and not able to lounge around on the couch all day long. But I have also experienced more morning sickness, more MAJOR back pains and pains in my hips, and of course TIREDNESS!! Oh boy it's going to be a long ride!
When it comes to the sex of the baby we of course would like a girl, because we already have one amazing boy, but we were going to be happy either way.. we went for our anatomy scan in the beginning of June and found out that we are....

Now we just have to decide on a name. This has turned out to be a really hard job. We didn't have a problem with Landon. That was the only name that we both agreed on. But with baby #2, we have about 3 names that we both really like and we keep going back and forth between. I feel like it is such a big decision that this little girl will have all of her life. It has to be good.. so we are going to continue to think about it. We have 4 months left to decide!

Now on to getting a nursey ready. I would like to start getting the guest room turned into nursery before I go back to school because I know once that starts, I am going to be super busy. I also want to update Landon's room and make it more "big boy" fun, instead of his old nursery stuff.

Hopefully some friends and family will help with the painting process :)  (hint... hint)

Can't wait to continue filling you in on this awesome journey of our little family!

Jersey at the beach

My inlaws and Mr. C's other siblings from New Jersey came to visit us over spring break. It was wonderful to have them all here. They had not seen us since Landon was only a month old. We got to do all of the fun "touristy" stuff that we don't normally do living at the beach all of the time. It was a great vacation! We are looking forward to seeing them again in July!

these are his younger siblings that live in Jersey.. Love them!!

family pic at the Aquarium

First Birthday Party

 The end of April was L's 1st birthday!
We did a rubber duck theme for the party, because that is what he was obsessed with. Literally one of his first words was duck! We cooked out in the backyard, got an inflatable for the kids, and had some friends and family over to celebrate. It was a perfect day!
                                                  Here are some photos of his special day!

Goodbye March, Hello April

Well, sorry to say I was MIA during the whole month of March. School and family had me extremely busy not to mention.. exhausted.. so blogging was put on the back burner..

But April is here and I am back and ready to celebrate with you some exciting news... I'm pregnant again!! Expecting baby #2 in October! We couldn't be more excited. L is the greatest gift that God has given us, and to think that we will be blessed again is too much for words. I am finally starting to not feel sick anymore, so I can start to enjoy the feeling of being pregnant again. It's funny to see how things are different this time around.
but speaking of my 1st amazing child... His 1st BIRTHDAY is at the end of this month!!
I can't believe how fast time has gone by. He is growing up so fast. I am in the midst of planning his spectacular party, with which I will share all of the juicy details with you after the party of course. I don't want to spoil the surprises for anyone who might be reading this and attending the celebration.

How is your spring going so far?

February baby!!

I am excited to say that it is my birthday month!! I can't believe it is already here. I feel like we just celebrated Christmas!
We are finally settled in our house.. and it is WONDERFUL. I wish I never had to leave it every day! haha
Now we are getting into the groove of having to drive a little farther to get to places, because from where we lived before.. we are a little more out in the distance, but I like it that way. It is really peaceful in our neighbor with lots of good neighbors. It seems like a great family community. I can't wait for the weather to warm up so that I can take Lil' L on walks in his stroller.

This past week my family got some devastating news. My granddaddy has been diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer that has spread throughout his body. They have given him only a few months to live. My mom and I have particually taken this the hardest. We are continuing to pray and ask that you do also. I know that God has a plan for him, I just hope that he doesn't suffer.

Looking forward to my birthday week! ( my actual birthday is on Sunday!) Hope you all have a fantastic rest of your work week..

Moving..

I am sorry to say that I have not had a chance to catch you up becuase my computer still isn't hooked up yet. We are trying to move into our new house.. and the process is taking longer than I thought. We moved out of our apartment, and moved our belongings into the garage of our house.. but we are staying with my sister-in-law for a few days until we close! SO.... that means that I am writing you on my work computer during my planning period.
I will come back and get fun again with pics and updates as soon as I can.. Please bare with me!!


Happy Friday Ya'll!

Christmas Break is over.

Today was my first day back at school. I have had an amazing two weeks off from teaching and it's been great, but I have missed my kiddos! I was looking forward to getting back in the classroom. To end the break with a bang, my husband and I had a wonderful date night last night!
My mom babysat L while we went to dinner and a movie. We saw "Due Date," which was great and then we went and had dinner at Rioz. YUMMY!

Dinner....

& a movie..

My husband knows the way to my heart :)

Happy Monday ya'll, hope your week goes great!