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Can't believe that Kennedy Kate is 2!! We had a wonderful party for her at our house yesterday and had such a sweet time! She loved answering the door as guests arrived and couldn't wait to open presents! Her castle tent was a hit as were the balloons, Pom poms, and bubbles she received.

Here are a few iPhone pics from her special day. Can't believe we have a 2 year old!

Merry Christmas: A December Recap

I've lost track of all of the Christmases we've had and it's all been just great. I was a terrible blogger this year and I can't figure out why but here's to maybe a better job in 2013.

Here's a picture recap of December.

Speaking

I am so very excited about this! I am launching ME! For years I have been telling people that I wanted to speak for a living and now I am DOING IT!

Need a motivational speaker for your office?
Looking for someone to speak at your ladies retreat?
Need to encourage some teenagers?

I'd love to speak at your event!

22 Months!

How is this little baby 22 months old?

*I just cried while looking at these pics
*I now also have baby fever
*bad

Okay on to the post:

Kennedy you are simply THE BEST little girl I have ever met! In the last week you have started putting several words together and repeat everything you hear (we have to be careful). In the car yesterday we were listening to Christmas music and you starting singing, "pa rum pa pa pum" with the little drummer boy! Are you kidding me? I melted! Today I said, "girlfriend, are you ready to go to school?" and you responded, "girlfriend READY!!" Oh my stars! You know all of your colors now but get red and orange mixed up a lot. You love TO color! Here is a random list of all of the amazing things you are doing:

• You wear size 4 diapers during the day but size 5 at night (will switch to all 5 soon)
• You wear 24m and 2t clothes but are more comfortable in 2t's
• You wear a size 6 WIDE shoe which are IMPOSSIBLE to find
• You go to Kingdom Kids Weekday 2 days a week at our church and you love your teachers Kim and Traudl and always talk to me about all of your classmates.
• You love chips. 
• You nap for 2-3 hours a day 
• You typically go to bed around 8:30pm and sleep until 8:30am (amazing)
• You love your toy Vacuum and you also love to help sweep 
• You love to read
• You yell, "amen" after we pray and add the names of anyone I might have forgotten to pray for
• You are so sweet and cuddly
• Right now you mostly only want me if I am around. 
• You are friendly. 
• You think daddy is so funny
• You love your dog Belle
• You love to blow kisses
• You talk all the time
• You always want to watch Rella, Occhio, Monkeys, Dogs, Toys which translates to Cinderella, Pinocchio, The Jungle Book, 101 Dalmatians, or Toy Story
• When we cover you up at night you say, "cozy!"
• You love going to Sonic and Chick-fil-a 
• You eat mostly anything except pasta. You don't like pasta at all (weird)
• and the list could go on and on and on

Kennedy Kate, 

You are pure joy! I cannot believe that you have already been in our lives for 22 months! Every day is just amazing with you and I cannot express the love that I have for you. You are so funny and sweet and your daddy and I adore you. I pray that you keep your determined and sweet spirit and that you Love the Lord with all of your heart. You are a gift and I love you!

PS: We have a great time together :)

Saturday Slow Down

We ACTUALLY took a Saturday off but are going full force all out business the next week! Last night we had some friends over for chili & cornbread and my friend Josh got to meet Kennedy for the first time! I swear this has been the best thanksgiving break yet!
Today we all slept in until 9 and then headed out to run a few errands. Kennedy napped from 2:30-5:30pm and then we played played played until getting her ready for bed at 9. Looking forward to a great Sunday!

Midnight Madness

Last night I had a blast going to the San Marcos outlet mall from 1030pm-1am with my 2 besties in the world! I've known Christina & Stephanie since high school and I love them dearly! I told them that we must start a new tradition and shop with each other every year. We will see! I didn't buy anything (my shopping is done) but I had a wonderful time catching up and loving on those girls!
PS: do you see how much my hair has lightened up?? Hmmm

Thanksgiving!

Today was AMAZING!! Coffee with Kyle before Kennedy woke up, lunch at dads where my best friend showed up, & relaxation with dessert at my inlaws after that!

I'm thinking about braving the crowds to finish up Christmas shopping but I'm taking a bubble bath first!

How was yours?