Happy New Year!

I can't say that I am sad to see 2012 go. It was a hard year for us. While I haven't forgotten any of the blessings that it brought, it had its share of strife, heartache, and challenges. Nate and our families went through more than we ever bargained for- but the Lord led us out of the valley in a mighty mighty way, and we ended the year happy as clams!

Journey with me through 2012: 

Camden kicked RSV in the butt on New Years Day last year. 

 We spent 4 long days in LeBonheur and our lives were turned upside down. 

Camden celebrated his first Easter.  

And got cuter by the day. 

I got to celebrate my first Mother's Day.  

We took our first big family trip to Gulf Shores with some friends. 

It was great to get out as a family of 3.  

Nate took a trip to Zambia, Africa.  

 We found out we were expecting Baby #2. 

What redemption to a long hard year. 

Camden went to his first Mississippi State football game. 

I ran my first 5K-the Color Run. It was a blast.  

Camden started walking!  

Big Boy also turned 1 year old.  

 We found out that we were adding pink to our family! 

This Mama is thrilled. 

We ended the year celebrating the birth of our Savior. 

I can not wait to see what all 2013 holds. I have a suspicious feeling that our family is in for some changes. Big changes. Good changes. I am giddy at the start of a new year. A new baby. A new beginning for our family after the tough year that 2012 was. 

Happy New Year! 

Because Thanksgiving is 3 days away...

...I thought I would post Halloween.

Camden was a Mississippi State football player this year. And appropriately wore the number of our quarter back, Tyler Russell.

Down. Set. Hut Hut Hut. 

Camden practiced his moves in the backyard with the dogs. He insisted on tackle football. 

Seriously, could this be anymore precious? 

And to wrap our Halloween up, Camden perfected his throwing skills. 

He just hasn't figured out how to throw forwards. 

Happy really late Halloween! 

Love, 

Camden, #17

A Trip to the Farm

Last weekend, Nathan's family came up and joined us for a trip to a local farm. The weather was crisp and cool and the kids were well rested. It was the perfect day.

We started at the petting zoo. They had cows, goats, chickens, rabbits, ponys, donkeys, and pigs. 

My boy was in heaven. He was trying to get into every fence possible. 

After we pried the kids and Papaw away from the animals, the ladies and kids took a train ride. Camden smiled the whole time. A train + a farm...my boy was as happy as a clam.

Right next to the train ride was a pig race, so we walked over and waited for it to start. I didn't take a picture of the race but I did get some cute ones of our family while we waited. 

I don't think its possible to love this boy any more than I do. He is so precious to me. 

We piddled around the farm the rest of the day. Just taking our time, enjoying each other's company, and laughing- it was perfect. 

Camden found a toddler sixed tunnel to run through at one point. It was too small for this pregnant mama to get in and he knew it. He ran around that thing laughing and screaming in joy. Hilarious. 

We seriously had the best day ever. Family is so precious to Nathan and I. We hope to instill that into Camden as he grows into his own person. 

Happy Fall Y'all! 

Camden's Birthday Party

A few weeks ago we celebrated Camden's 1st birthday with our family and friends. It was such a fun time to get together and love our the man of the hour. He ate the attention up!

We decked the place out in party stuff, had some burgers and Camden's favorite snacks, and opened presents. Fun!

Our boy was showered with tons of gifts and love from so many people. 

Hamburgers and hot dogs were on the menu-this boy stuffed himself! 

Thanks babe for cooking. It was delicious. 

Next it was present time! We skyped in some of my out of town family so they could be a part of the fun. It was so special to me. 

Camden got tons of wonderful gifts. Thanks to everyone. 

After all the gifts were opened, there was one left. 

Nathan and I had kept the gender a secret for 4 weeks and we were dying to reveal what the new baby was. 

The anticipation built as we opened the box to reveal...

Camden is having a sweet baby sister! And this mama couldn't be more thrilled. 

To wrap the party up, we had cake. Camden loved this part the best. 

Camden had the best day ever! 

I still can't believe that my baby is one year old. Time is flying by but I will say that I wouldn't 

want it any other way. 

Camden you are loved by so many people.