Mason's Birthday Month

I can't believe Mason turns two this month! I feel like just yesterday we were bringing him home from the hospital. He's gone through so much changes in his two short years, but he's been such a trooper, and he's also made our lives more fun. He is definitely the silly one in our family. The faces that he makes are always bringing smiles. He loves being funny, and making us laugh. He can be quite independent, although he is still learning to deal with other kids his age. Being the first born is hard! 

We can't wait to celebrate with this little guy! I love you with all my heart, my dear.

Kaolee

Oahu

It's been a while since I've been in this space, and what better time then now?!!! There's some changes coming to our family so I figure, I better record it somewhere. I love going back and reading my old posts.

In April, we went to Oahu. We had enough miles for our tickets to Oahu, and Mason was free so that saved us some money there. We split the cost of the house rental with our friends, along with the rental car so that was some savings there. My taste buds were all over the place so next time, I'm going to travel not pregnant since there were so many things I wanted to try, but didn't have the desire due to my heart burn and taste buds. It was nice to relax on the beach, and just not do much. I knew I was going to be a beach bum since I was still so exhausted. The house that we stayed at was a great location. They didn't have A/C which was a bummer, and I clearly needed, but we weren't at the house much so it wasn't too much of an issue. There was a constant breeze since we were right on the peninsula. The house had a pool, and the view was just incredible. 

I didn't take as many pictures as I wanted, but here are a few.

Our Easter

Easter was especially great this year, for many reasons. Brandon's dad was in town for Easter so we got to see him. His mom wasn't able to come this time around so we sure missed Grandma! Not only that but Brandon's grandma had a big birthday so we were able to go and celebrate with her the day before Easter. It was really good to see family, and meet another baby. Brandon's cousin had a 5-month old and it was our first time meeting her. She was not picky at all, and was such a good baby!

We had a little Easter egg hunt with Brandon's niece and nephews. It was fun watching them search for eggs, and it was fun to see Mason learn from them. He loves popping the eggs open. He watches this video on YouTube that has these surprise eggs so it must remind him of that video. He's a funny guy! He loves sweets so I treated him to some chocolates in his eggs :)

It was my first time being in my brother-in-law's house since my sister-in-law's passing. It was hard at first, and I anticipated that, but entering the house, and seeing her pictures, that was especially hard. I keep expecting her to walk out of their bedroom at any point. It feels like her presence is still there, which I loved. I can imagine her there laughing as her kids search for their Easter baskets. There is certainly an emptiness, her emptiness. But my brother-in-law and the kids' energy are wonderful, and their voices and laughters fills their house and my heart.

I am especially grateful to have been able to celebrate Easter with so many of our families this year.

Kaolee

February's Obsessions

February was fairly low-key for us. A lot of working, a lot of sleeping, and a lot of lazing around. Which meant a lot of Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime. We were obsessed with this show, this show, and this show.

This website satisfies my curiosity of what others are doing. I especially enjoyed reading this one, and this one.

I finally got around to ordering one of these, with my baby's birth date on it. I love wearing it.

I picked this and this up, and have been wearing them obsessively, at least once a week. I sized up to a Medium, and it comes right down to my knees, which is my preferred length. Price tag is awesome, and both pieces are machine washable.

Kaolee

Dribble Like a Pro

This weekend, we had about a minute of sunshine so we took to the backyard for some soccer lessons with Mason. Brandon got some cones and a soccer ball for him so he can kick around.

Dribbling like a pro already. Just kidding. He is still working on his feet-eye coordination, but it sure is fun to watch him as he figures things out.

They took a quick break to watch an airplane fly by.

Brandon teaching Mason how to flex. I love his little face so much.

Wouldn't this color combination together in an outfit be so outrageously awesome?!!! 

I'm so grateful to be your mama.

-Kaolee