Kitty Faces!

This is how I found Tatum's face today when I picked her up at "school". Of course, all the other kiddos had kitty faces, too.

So I had to take her picture --- only she tries to help way too much. Here is the next picture of her saying "cheese". Hope you have a great weekend!

Sweet, strong-willed girl!

Finally found a time to catch up for a minute. By the way, this photo was taken on my Blackberry in Wal-Mart today. This Valentine's bear was bigger than Tatum but she had to go see it. I can't post without a picture! Anyway, this was our final stop today. We slept about an hour later than usual for Sundays and decided to go to "late church". By the time we were out, ate lunch, and ran a couple of errands in town, the day was over. I've been running since we got home to get the laundry done for the week!! Anyway, we are much better at "early church" and I'm sure we'll stick with that plan.

This week has been good at work. Lots of itsy bitsy babies in the NICU and fun kiddos at the clinic. I had the chance to spend a bit of time with my friends from my previous job to celebrate a birthday. I miss them and it was fun to spend a bit of time with them without the stress! I'm having to re-learn what it's like to relax. So sad, but a good goal for year 31!!

Anyway, this is the first "normal" weekend I can remember in a very long time. Between working all the time, working a second job, and being on the go throughout the year last year, this weekend was nice. I spent all day yesterday cleaning and having a "food stand-off" with Tatum. After two hours of sitting at the dining room table, she opted for other punishment and had to stick it out without snacks 'til dinner. She made it and ate every bite of her dinner, including the veggies!

So, where was Troy in all this fun? Team Sorting, of course. He did really well yesterday and it was probably a good thing he was not in the house to butt heads with Tatum. Anyway, I'm proud of him! He won 2nd and 3rd place in the 9's and was the top money winner in the amateur class. That means he won money AND a buckle.

This week should be fun as Tatum and I start Mommy and Me gymnastics on Friday. Good times with a 2 year old! May you have a blessed and happy week!

Time to Blog with a Crooked Picture

Here I am again! Troy asked me "how long has it been since you blogged?" He is keeping up with me! Anyway, I can't seem to blog without a picture, so I found this from the CD Teresa shared with me for Christmas. I didn't take the time to change things around but I still think this girl is PRECIOUS!

It's been a great week. I started my new job at BSA on Monday and have been running to keep up. I'm helping to establish a Pediatric Therapy program and that is AWESOME. I'll spend time at the hospital in the morning in NICU and PICU and Pediatrics. In the afternoon, I'll be at the clinic treating kiddos. Lots of new things but a whole lot LESS stress!

Hope you are all doing well. It's nice to just be calm a bit and I wish you all the same!

Beautiful Day!

Today was beautiful!

Tatum had a "first" today. We went to her first real "movie" at the theater. We went to see "Tale of Desperaux". She did really well but of course, we were well prepared with lots of popcorn, "juice", and Skittles!

After the movie, I decided to take Tatum to the playground close to the house for two reasons:

1. Troy shipped cows at midnight this morning and was already home sleeping, so he needed a longer nap to prevent the "bear" symptom.

2. The weather was awesome! It was 70 degrees here today. Not normal for December at all ,but we have to take advantage of every moment.

These are pictures taken on my Blackberry, so they are not the best quality. Enjoy! I've definitely enjoyed making a few memories with Tatum over the past couple of days.

Christmas in Oklahoma

We made a flying trip to Woodward for Christmas Eve and returned home on Christmas Day. Fast and furious! Tatum had a great time and ran on about 8 hours of sleep over 2 days. We are still catching up on all the rest. GiGi and Papa's house was fun and Santa was good to us!

I have more pics from Teresa but truthfully, I haven't unpacked my suitcase yet and it is buried in there! So, there will be more, but for now, here are the pics I caught!

"Pwesents from Santa"!

Randy might have just beat Kim on "number of presents" this year! Tatum loves the bears and lions at Papa's house. It is almost crushing when we have to leave!

Hope you all had a very blessed Christmas and are enjoying your families. More to come!

Christmas at Home

Troy and I decided to do "our" Christmas at home on Tuesday evening. I am really spoiled! My husband bought me more "Twilight" series books, a new pair of Anderson Bean boots, some Microplane graters, and a jewelry box. Tatum Denae scored big with Jungle Book video, Aquadoodle from Aunt Krista, and of course, all the Dora things imaginable! Here are a few more pics.

Dora backpack! "Soy Backpack!"

Play food for the new tea set. "You want some?!"

She is such a character and the true joy of this Christmas! More info and pics to come!

Catch up time!

So, I'm really behind and it is time to catch up so my hubby will get off my case! Just kidding! Life has been really crazy over the past few weeks with holiday parties and shopping and wrapping. I am happy to say that 2009 will bring a new year and new changes. On the 19th of December I received a new job at BSA outpatient therapy services to serve as the new Pediatric Physical Therapist. It will be a great opportunity. I resigned (with much sadness from CRC) but I know this is meant to be. Thank you for all your paryers and support.

Anyway, Tatum found GLOVES! And decided to show them off. Here they are!

So we went to my parent's house over the weekend of the 19th for Christmas. Tatum said "watch me stand on my head". The child is developing into her own person so fast!

Anyway, we had a great time for Christmas at the Chandler's. Here are a few more pics.

More posts to come shortly!