Thursday, May 24, 2012

The Implosion! BOOM!

It was there and then it was gone!  

Blake and I talked about going to see the The Plaza Hotel implode for a couple weeks.  I told Blake way in advance we were going to have to wake up very early.  So when 5 a.m. arrived and I went to wake him he quietly said, "Mom don't you think their going to show it on t.v."  I told him to watch it in person is going to be way better than television.

After Blake I went to Chase slid him out of bed, and whispered, "It's time to go watch the building fall to the ground."  Chase-bug looked at me, "I'm ready, mommy."

My little Layla was sound asleep in her pack-n-play.  She was really easy.  I dressed her in a little, cute, pink dress and buckled her up in her car seat.  I'm pretty sure she knew it was early, but that little smile peaked out and I knew she was ready for an action packed event.

Good thing my mom is here with me because she help me load the car, pack the donuts, remember to bring the jackets and the stroller, etc.

My good friend Jane got their super early (4:30 a.m.) to save us a spot on the corner of University and Polo and she saved us a really close parking space too.  Thanks Jane!  You are always great to my family.

When I was in college The Plaza Hotel was called the University Towers.  The towers, as they were known to us back then, were the "it" place to live.  

It was located on a major intersection, the corner of University and Texas.  It's very strange to drive down University and the big hotel not be there anymore.

You can read more about the towers here.  There really is lots of history behind this building.


Early, Early morning.  Blake kept asking, "Mom, so if we were not here would I be getting up for school, yet?"  Nope still in bed.  I think he thought it was way cool to be up that early.

My sweet girl.  She was a little trooper. One day I'll be able to tell her that she went to watch the big building that once stood there fall to the ground when she was only 5 months old.

Our comfy spot on the grass, thanks to Jane.  Donuts, pancakes, and juice for our early morning picnic.
In our little area we had about 50+ people.  Thanks Jane policing everyone we didn't have to worry about anyone getting in front of us!  

Jane with The Plaza to the left.
One last picture before the big implosion.

One last picture of the crowd.  It was suppose to implode at 6:30, but there happen to be a 10 minute delay.
Layla did so great!  

Helicopters circling!

The polo field (bonfire once stood) was packed, along with surrounding businesses.   I think I heard there were 4-5000 people that watched it. 

Jane had a ladder for the boys.  You see the Towers?
BOOM!
BOOM!

BOOM!








Gone!

And the crowd goes wild!!







Given it was a very early morning to get us all up and ready to watch the implosion.  I did lay in bed for a couple minutes and think, "We could watch it on television." I knew in the long run I would regret not bringing the kids.

How many kids get to watch a building implode?  

Until the kids are bigger our lives are just going to be a little hectic, but I don't want that to hold us back from doing anything.  I want them to look back on their childhood and think, "Man...look at what all my mom did for us."  I don't want them to think that since their dad left that our lives stopped.  That we kept moving forward and enjoyed all fun things!

What's next on our list...



Monday, May 7, 2012

5 Months Old!

Happy 5th Month Birthday, Layla Noelle!

Beautiful, Beautiful Girl!  You have my heart!


Layla-Girl you weigh 16.1 pounds. Wow!
You wear a size 2 diaper.
You also wear a size 2 shoe.
I can't wait for summer so you can wear all the new shoes I have recently bought.

You are definitely a chunky, little thing with short legs!  I think it's totally awesome too.  I'm still loving those little thighs.

Love the bows!  We are Texas girls so the bigger the better!
This outfit has been snugged away in your closet.  I was thinking you wouldn't be able to wear for a while.  I was wrong!  I think this will be the only time you will wear it, I could barely get it over your little hips.

I bought this outfit way before you were born.  I still remember receiving it in the mail, so excited to see you in it one day.   Here we are 5 months later, all dressed up, and just about grown out of it.  Time is going a little too fast for me!  


I have to say you are still sleeping pretty good these days.  Going to bed around 9 and waking up about 6 for a feeding.  There have been a couple of nights that you slept till 7 a.m. I'm kinda concerned that teething might affect your sleep habits.  I guess we'll tackle that issue when it happens.

Most early morning I'll lay with you while you eat and you fall right back to sleep.  There have been a few nights you just want to stay up and talk.  So what's a mom to do.....but talk!!  Our conversation are quite interesting.  Usually you are wondering when your brothers are going to wake up or how many more days until you see your sister-cousin, Brendal. Ha!  We talk a lot about all our fun times we are going to have this summer.


There have been a few changes with you this month.

First:  You only suck your thumb when you are hungry or tired.  It's your left had too, which makes me wonder if you are going to be a lefty.  I researched left-handed people and I found that "studies" show they (lefties) are more creative and innovative, many of our Presidents and sport super-stars are left-handed, and they have their own day - August 13th International Left-Hander's Day (Hey..another reason to buy you a new outfit).

Second:  You are officially rolling over.  On April 15th you finally made the complete roll from back to stomach.  Days before you were almost there, but you made the pit stop for a thumb suck and would never complete the roll.  You are a pro now!  Ohhh..get this - you roll over on your left side too.

Third:  You are pushing up on your elbows.  Let me tell you -- your brothers thought it was the coolest trick.  Better then rolling over!  I wonder what they are going to think when you are crawling.


Layla you are a mommyyyyy's girl.  You know when I leave and when I'm home.  You do a really great job for B.B. during the day, but when I get home from work your ready for your mommy time.  I have to say I'm loving it too. 

I put you on my hip and we bounce around all evening playing with the boys.


This month we wrapped up soccer and CCD.  It's been nice having free time throughout the week.   It was pretty busy month (weekends) with Easter, crawfish boils, and cousins over.


This next month I will probably start feeding you a little rice.  Maybe introduce a sippy cup and apple juice. I bet you will be close to sitting up by the end.


Here it is the infamous basket picture.  Crying.

Layla it's so hard to believe that in one simple month you will have been in my life for half a year.  I was so scared before you were born that I wasn't going to be able to do this alone.  Now I have so much pride in myself to see how far we have come together.  From sleeping on the couch together to sleeping all night in your bed.  Man...we are growing up!

You make me a better person.

You are mine and mine only!  Well Paw Paw B. is pretty territorial over you, so I guess I'll share you with him! 

Below is our month eventful together.  It was a pretty good month with a visit to B.B. and Paw Paw's, Easter, crawfish boil, visit from our cousins, and soccer.
The Easter bunny made a visit!
Easter Sunday waiting to see our basket of goodies.

Easter pajamas.

Lots and Lots of goodies!
My bug boy super excited about his Easter basket.

Okay!  This is the best picture I could get!  That's my Chase!
Me and and my girl!
My loves!  Happy Easter!
Our wonderful grandparents!  
Easter outfit!  Don't you love her orange bow?!

Just about to head out to the park to celebrate Easter with all our family!
No telling...No telling!
Perfect in every way!
Got you Uncle "C"?
Uh...ohh!  Uncle "C" returned the favor!
Look how sweet this big brother is.

Watch out Maw-Maw!

Layla and Lacey
If you can't tell the confetti eggs were a hit!
Easter egg hunt
Look at all my eggs
Cousins
This is her cool trick the boys were super impressed with!
She slept like this for 3 hours!  Look at my chunky monkey.

Enjoying time with his baby sister in her baby bed.
Helping mommy wash her car
Blake was invited to Kolby's soccer game.
The whole clan after they returned from his game.   Thanks for the invite  - Blake had a blast!
Helping Chase with his mohawk.
Look at those two little devils.  I can only wonder.
Sweet Brendal
Chase and Brantley might see each other every 4-6 weeks and they always  just pick up right where they left off.  I'm not sure what they were playing here, but they probably had me cracking up too.  They are two peas in a pod -everything has something to do with (excuse me) poo-poo or fart.
Puurrrty girl!
Look at that kick!
Love these two!
Look this cool kid!
I wore this bonnet when I was an infant.
Great Maw Maw and Layla
First and fourth generations
This little boy has more love for his little sister then I can explain.
Soccer Team - Unstoppable Blue
Me and Chase enjoying Blake's game
Go Blake!
End of the season awards
Blake and his trophy

If you took the time to enjoy all of our pictures you can see that it was a pretty eventful month.  I love busy months it gives us something to look forward to.

This next month we will be just as busy.  We will be celebrating Mother's Day in Dallas, crawfish boil for my birthday, Kolby's graduation, end of school - Yeah!, head down to B.B. and Paw-Paw's for summer.

 

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