Growing Like a Weed!

A year ago we were seeing the first ultrasound pictures of our Little Johnny.  Now, in what seems like the blink of an eye, he's already 5 months old!  I wish time could freeze right now!  He's so wonderful in so many ways!  His sweet little face and cute little laugh make all our cares disappear!  He has brought so much to our lives.  We thank God every day for Hayden and Johnny!  We are so blessed to be their parents! 

I wanted to track Johnny's growth somehow so I started taking monthly pictures (in addition to the hundreds I take already!! :))  My "plan" got off to a rocky start and eventually evolved into his Great Grandmother's little chair and the blocks.  Looking back, I can't believe how much he's changed in such a small amount of time!

Zero Months!

One Month!

Two Months!

13 pounds, 12 ounces!

"I know you're up to something, lady!"

Three Months!

Four Months!

18 pounds, 6 ounces!

Five Months!

Happy Birthday To Our BIG Little Boy!

Oh my goodness, Hayden!  How is it possible you're a teenager?  It seems like just yesterday I found out I was pregnant with you!  WHAT A WONDERFUL DAY!  I never could've imagined how much every day since would only keep getting better because of you!  I look back over the years and am somewhat sad they've all passed so quickly, but at the same time so proud when I look at you and know what an amazing young man you've become!  SO many wonderful memories you've brought to our lives!  Over the years, boy have you changed......take a look!!

The real BIRTH DAY!! 

April 5, 1997

One!

Two!

Three!

Four!

Five!

Six!

Seven!

Eight!

Nine!

 Ten!

 Eleven!

Twelve!

And finally......THIRTEEN!!!  Happy birthday my little SHOOOOOOG!!  We're so proud of you!!!

Celebrating with Johnny first thing in the morning!!

Thanks for the book Grandma Janet & Grandpa Steve!

This was the actual day, so we had to have a celebration even though the big event was being saved for the weekend.  We had my "31" left over, so we decided to use it for Hayden's "13"....he insisted he knew what he was doing.............and then finally realized why I was trying to help!!  He's such a good sport and can always laugh at himself!  One of the many qualities we love!

Cerdan and Chase came over again - it's funny to see how they've changed over the years too!!

NO more little kiddy stuff this time!  The teenage hormones are definitely kicking in!!

Wildflowers!

Springtime in South Texas is BEAUTIFUL!  This year it's even more so since the wildflowers are even better because of the cold temperatures this winter and all the rain we've received lately.  We went on a long drive to find fields and didn't see too many at all, but had a great time anyway.  We ended up finding a couple places nearby and got some great shots!  I think we'll head out again before the season is over!  They're amazing!!!