Sara's Wedding (Beach Trip)

This past weekend was an absolute blast! My cousin Sara said "I do" to Mr. Billy Ryan and were officially married 5-21-2011 at Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. I, again, was a bridesmatron and had a good time participating in all the festivities and of course catching a tan!

Cousins! This was taken at Sara's bridesmaid luncheon that my mom and Aunt Lucy threw for Sara!

The bride and I!

The Ponte Vedra Inn right on the beach!

The fountain in front of the hotel. We had some professional bridal pictures taken here (those to come later).

Chase and I getting ready to head out to the beach picnic.

Fun at the beach!

The beach was so beautiful!

Getting ready to head down the aisle. This was the bridesmaid dress I wore.

My bouquet!

Since I was in the wedding, I didn't get a chance to photograph the ceremony and Sara in her dress. She was such a beautiful bride and I am so happy she asked me to be apart of it. More pictures to come when I get them from my Aunt and Uncle.

Mouthy Monday

With all the celebrating going on these last few weeks, I sure have some tired, mouthy toddlers. Layla's new word is "No" and Carter has a phrase that goes a little something like this "NO! It's not". This tends to be blurted out no matter what Al or I say and believe me it is a working progress.

These two little munckins were not happy campers this morning. Of all mornings they chose to sleep in..this was definitely a Monday. I, myself, am guilty of hating Mondays unless, of course, The Bachelor/Bachelorette is coming on.

More interested in milk then a smile...

I give up with this grouchy pair!

At least my flowers seem to be happy and blooming well and happy to see me..hahaha.

Gosh if looks could kill..haha. The camera is going away for right now.

Birthday Girl!!!!

A year ago today at 11:00 p.m. I gave birth to Miss Layla Nicole Hardin..tipping the scales at 10lbs 4oz and measuring 23 1/4 inches long my big girl made us a family of four. It's hard to believe it has been a year. My kids have grown fast and I couldn't be prouder to be their mom.

A year ago today..there I was still pregnant waiting on my sweet baby girl!

Layla on the scale showing off her weight. She was the biggest baby born at Emory Eastside since January of 2010. The whole floor was talking about it and the nurses couldn't believe it.

Our first family photo with our new edition..of course missing Carter who was anxiously waiting at home.

Happy Birthday sweet girl!

Even though they got spoiled at their party, Al and I waited to their actual birthdays to give them our presents.

Wanting the cupcake before we even sang happy birthday!

Make a wish......

Ah much better..full of cupcake!

Sweet boy eating his cupcake and trying to understand that it is Layla's birthday..not still his.

Presents! Layla honestly was not into presents at all..not even the tissue paper. Al and Carter were glad to help her out.

Sweet ballerina dress! I love it!

Some much needed onesies and a book set.

Last but not least...

Some 10KT diamond cross earrings from her daddy! This is Layla's first set of earrings since I had her ears pierced 7 months ago.

Happy Birthday Layla! I love you very much and I am looking forward to #2!

Love,
Mommy

Friday the 13th

This Friday the 13th, I decided to go spend my lunch break with my little munchkins at school. Carter was already down for his nap and for the teacher's sake...did not want to wake him. No superticious activity here...

But this sweet little booger was mighty happy to see mama.

Martin, Landon, and Jackson.

Landon and Layla.

I love watching the little babies play.

Emma and Nora! Emma is getting ready to move up with Layla to the one year old class!

Visit with Papa Craig

Thursday evening Papa Craig came to visit and brought the kids all kinds of gadgets. My munchkins really enjoyed their visit with him and so did we.

Papa Craig and Layla!

Playing with their new alphabet puzzle. Layla kept trying to eat the letters.

Carter showing her how it's done.

Ummm...yeah...about this...

Papa Craig and Carter.

Silly boy..Al trying to take Layla's tutu off this little clown.

Looks like poor Carter agreed to play dress up.

Princess Layla on her horse.

Birthday Boy!

Three years ago today, Mr. Carter Riley Hardin made his debut into this world at 2:16 p.m. I cannot believe how fast he has grown. It seems like yesterday, I was still rocking him to sleep and giving him sink baths and now he is three years old.

Our first shot as a family of three!

Carter Riley Hardin, May 9th 2008, 7lbs 12oz, 22 inches long!

And now May 9th, 2011..someone is pretty impatient on wanting their favorite meal.

Spaghetti!!!

We had so much cake leftover from the party that were able to recycle some and light the candles right back up!

My sweet girl wishing her brother a happy birthday while enjoying her spaghetti!

Singing happy birthday!

Make a wish and BLOW!

Layla covered in noodles and cake. I think she was wearing more then she ate. Besides she is making up for being so bashful with her own birthday cake at her party.

Opening presents!

More Thomas the Train!

Layla volunteered to do the dishes..how sweet of her hahaha.

She did not like being sprayed with the sink hose..hahaha. Keep in mind this was taken before that.

Still enjoying his presents. I feel like I have been celebrating all week but honestly that is the way to do it! I have another birthday coming up this weekend..Miss Layla Nicoles. The celebrating continues.

Happy 3rd birthday Carter! I love you!

Love,
Mommy