Mother's Day... part 1

My First Love

Let me just start out by saying I love this little Man! He truly has such a loving sweet nature and I am so thankful for him. Looking back over being his Mom for the past 5 years, I can truly say I HAVE CHANGED! When I got pregnant I was not ready to be a Mom nor was I prepared to love someone with every ounce of My heart and soul! I had this idea of the way that I would become a Mom.. and this was not my plan! But I know now that this was God's plan. Kaydon John is a true joy and he is going to make a difference in the world. I never imagined being able to do the things that I now think our "normal" and no that I will learn so much more right along with him. He has my heart and I am so proud of the boy he is turning into! i wouldn't change anything in my past because it all led to this wonderful little boy making me the Happiest MOMMY out there! I love our special kisses every night, our dream dates we talk about before his prayers and the long snuggles I get when he wakes up in the morning.

At his school, we had a SPECIAL Mother's Day Celebration! We had muffins together, they sang us songs and gave us a bag full of kisses! We made a flower together out of both of our hands and he even made me my own flower pot. It was so fun to be there with him and I just LOVE being his MOM!!

Ladybug Christian Preschool

Kaydon has gone to Ladybug Christian Preschool this year and it has been an amazing experience and WONDERFUL start to his Education! We are so greatful for all the love and knowledge he has gotten there. They have had there last field trip and a Family Picnic to end the school year. I would like to thank Jenifer Merriam for her amazing school! She hsa touched so many lives and we are so greatful for you. When Kaydon's teacher left a while back, you stepped in and did an amazing job. The kids can feel your love for them, the Lord, and education. It is such a blessing to have you. You have truly touched the heart of our Son and appreciate all you do. (I need to get a picture of her)

Happy Birthday Mom

I am so thankful for my Mom. Just over a year ago, my Mom had a heart attack and I was so scared that I would lose her. It was the first time I actually thought about the day that I don't have my parents to create more memories. We went on a Flanagan Family Vacation, which I hope we can continue to make a tradition of, in March and it was the first time in like 20 years that we have done womething like that. I will hold that trip dear to me always. I am so glad that their Grandchildren are able to spend time with them and really have a close relationship. I can't wait to see them grow. My Mom is one of the greastes self made nurses and has such a giving open heart. Thank you for being you! I love you Mom!!!

Travis, Nana and Kaydon

Rocky Point, Mexico 2007

Grandpa and Nana

RockyPoint

My Mom and I

To Nana: I love you because you let me spend the night and give me lots of hugs and kisses. Love kaydon

a dAy aT tHe zoO

So when Jen and Zephyr came out for a visit kaydon, Kylee and I decided that they NEEDED to see the Phoenix Zoo! So much fun! It is really a great zoo with so many fun things to do. Next time we will definatly rent a cool bike adn do the boat ride. But is was sun touching the Sting Rays and the best ... by far.... was ALL 5 of us on the camel for a ride!!!! WE miss you guys and wish that you lived closer so we could enjoy the zoo on a more regular basis with you!

Friday Night Fun

Daddy and Kaydon

Speed Racer
A Great way to end the Night

So Kaydon decided that he wanted to go for a bike ride with us. He is not our "brave" one and I will say that it has been a while sense he has been on his bike, the razor scooter is just so much more fun! He was pretty hesitant for a while but once we go going his confidence grew. He was the " speed racer" and even crashed gracefully, without a cry (quit the accomplishment for him), at the park which ended up with a game of tag! It really is still fun to play. once it was dark it was time to go! I hope to get a hole lot more rides in before it gets toooo hot... and he hopes to get his training wheels off before he starts Kindergarten! We have a LOT of work to get there. I just love moments like this and I am making it a point to put more of these things into my "to do" schedule! Before I know it he will be gone and I want to make sure that I don't miss any opportunity I can to hang out and have fun with my kids. Every week we will have a family bike ride! We just need to get Dad his own bike!

Home Sweet Home

Our Family Room
BEFORE....

AFTER....

Oh where do I even begin! We have been in our house for about two weeks after over a MONTH of hard work. This is one of the first rooms that is "ALMOST" finished. I am so excited about the way it is all coming together. We painted and put in wood floors(which I love more then anything) and french doors which you can't see in the pic. This is where we are able to play games and talk and it is turning out exactly the way I want it to. It is bright, cheerful and full of life... just like us. I can tell you all a thousand different things I want to do to add just to this room alone, but I am defiantly having to have patience! This is not a strong quality of mine by a long shot.. but I think that God is really testing me in this area!

Let me just tell you how disgusting his house was when we first walked through with our keys! We new it needed work... but it was beyond what we thought. We are slowly making it our home (and I am amazed by how fast it is feeling that way) and can't wait to ONE DAY be done. We still have a long road ahead of us - you should see the yards- but know that it will all get done.

I am so grateful to walk into our house.. our "first" house together and know that we are just beginning to write our story here. I can't wait to see all that God has in store for us. Our house is open to all our friends and hope you can some see the rest of what we have done. I will tell you we have 12 colors in our home, a sand room, a metallic room, pirates, beaches and cars! It is a lot.... but it is SOOOOO us! The Richardson's our home and we can't wait to start entertaining! Just remember... it is still a work in process!

Happy Birthday Gale

Last month was my Mother In Law's Birthday! Gale has been in my life from the day I was born. She has been a wonderful Second Mom and always so supportive. She has taught me so much about strength and perseverance. She does an amazing job at getting ALL her Grandkids together and making them all feel special. Thank you for all that you do for our entire family. WE LOVE YOU