Monday, January 8, 2018

John Collins Goes to School

John Collins joined his sister at Dawson Day School's Mother's Day Out program on Tuesday and Thursdays. He is in the 18 month class with his sweet friends. He really has done very well and his teachers say that he is having the best time. He still sheds a few tears at drop off but he recovers quickly and is running around playing in no time :) I love going to pick him up and seeing his fat little legs running towards me. 
So glad to know that big sister is with him to make sure he is staying out of trouble :) :) 

Friday, January 5, 2018

What's Up Doc?! John Collins 18mo Check Up

18 months old with this chunk of love. He wears me out in the best way. He is non-stop from sun up to sun down keeps us on our toes at all times. He LOVES eating (pretty much anything), throwing things, getting into the kitchen cabinets, dumping out the dog food and eating it, sweeping the floors with his broom, bath time, running everywhere he goes, screaming and yelling to get his point across, and sitting in my lap to read books.  
He still isn't saying much although he "talks" all the time. He consistently says ball, da-da, and uh-oh. He shakes his hands above his head when he is "all-done" with his food. He gives lots of good lovin' and kisses (wide open mouth-to-mouth kisses).  When you tell him to say "I'm sorry" he will lean in and lay his head on you.  He can follow most all commands that we tell him and he can get his point across to us by yelling and pointing :) 
He is in the 90th percentile for height and weight. Doc already told me to be prepared for a big boy :) 
Here are some sweet pics I took of him on his 18month birthday! 
And here are some of my favorite action shots of him at 18 months.....
We love you BIG sweet boy! You've given us the best 18 months :) 




Friday, December 29, 2017

Christmas Finale at Granmom's

We concluded our Christmas celebrations at my Granmom's house in Tennessee. This year we all gathered for Christmas for the first time without our beloved Grandad. He past away last April and we definitely missed him physically but felt his presence the entire time. Granmom set up a white Christmas tree with blue lights (he was a huge Kentucky fan) and we all brought something that reminded us of grandad to decorate the tree. It was the perfect way to keep our spirits up throughout the day. 
The children also kept our sprits up by performing many different songs and dances. It was quite hysterical to watch and we know Grandad was having a good ole laugh of us all from above! 

Tuesday, December 26, 2017

Christmas with the Cease Family

We enjoyed a wonderful Christmas with Lollie, Poppie, Uncle Ed, Aunt Megs and Mimi.  They always spoil us with gifts, love, and delicious meals. This year was no exception. They make Christmas extra magical for Caroline and John Collins and it brings a bit ole smile to this mama's face! 
Putting out carrots for the reindeer so they can find us! Then cookies for Santa! 
Alan has always been the one to hand out the presents during Cease family Christmas. This year, Caroline helped him and it was the most precious sight. 
 
 
Mimi had the kids a special Christmas at her house. She had the sweetest gifts under her tree for them. They love to visit her and play with their toys! 
 
A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS INDEED!