2011 Coming to a Close

Wow, guess I have been slacking on updating my blog. Well since we last post a ton has happened. Ryan, Sean and I went to New Orleans and Florida. We had a wonderful time. Sean enjoyed the Southern cooking, and the creepy reptiles. I finally got the new classroom I have been hoping for and it is beautiful. A little small but very nice. I also managed to get a great staff this year which has made my year go by so quickly. This summer Ryan, Justin and I got away and went to Vegas for a few days. It was a nice trip away from Sean, but we really missed him. Shortly after our trip we found out we will be adding a new addition to the family. Yup that's right, I am expecting. At this stage right now I am currently at just about 6 months. (Its amazing how time flies). Sean is getting bigger by the day, and he is enjoying preschool. So much that while we were off during Thanksgiving he actually asked if he had to stay home with me. Cause he wanted to go to school. As you know Sean is 4 now and very excited about a baby coming.( As of right now). In the beginning he was desperately hoping for a girl. But after a ton of talking he is now fine with either a boy or a girl. Apparently by little on thought you can only become a big brother if you had a little sister. Once I explained it to him that his status would be the same either way he was fine. ( Now he hopes its a boy so he doesn't have to get rid of toys). Either way, getting him to understand that babies don't just come when he wants them too has been a laugh. As for everything else, we were able to spend plenty of time at the river this year, and just like always had a blast. It is so much fun having all the family there. In December Dad had his final water polo banquet. With a lot of planning we were able to make the day very special. We were able to get many of his old players together for a night he would never forget. That leads me to now. It is almost Christmas and it is amazing to think another year is over. Guess I am going to have to get better at this blogging thing in order to keep up. I would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, and if you are reading this all the way we love you. Hope everyone has a great 2012

Spring Time

Wow, time has flown. Here we are already in April. Taxes are done, and all of our trips have been taken. Recently, Ryan Sean and I have been doing a lot of flying. First we went to Arizona for our normal Spring Training Trip. We had tons of baseball, a car with a busted radiator and a fall down the stairs( that would be me of course). But all in all it was a great trip. Sean even managed to get a few baseballs signed, and a bat from his favorite player (Joe). Shortly after returning we began to get ready for our big adventure. The three of us hopped on a plane for a 10 day trip to New Orleans and Florida. WE got to spend time with my family in New Orleans and we had a blast. We learned that alligators come in white sometimes, and that alligators like to eat hot dogs. We also discovered that Sean may be more of a Southern boy then predicted. He highly enjoyed Burbon Street, beads and grits... oh and I can not forget the deep friend cajun turkey. We hit up the zoo, aquarium, insecterium, swamp tour and Mardi Gras world. It was truly a wonderful trip. Did I mention we also made it to Mississippi to see some for Ryans friends from the academy. Oh yes, we were busy.

So, after a flight delay cause of bad weather we managed to make it to Florida.. the relaxing part of our trip... so I thought. Once we got to Florida we discovered Seans no fear attitude when it comes to the ocean. (lets just say Mommy was a little freaked out) Sean ran into the ocean like he had done it a million times. A wave would hit him and he would get right back up. That is until he got a ton of water in his mouth. We managed to go shopping, on an Everglades tour, to a baseball game, not to mention the great food. Did I mention Sean held a baby alligator!

Once we got home we had a whole new adventure. TBALL... at first Sean was not into the idea of playing, but he quickly warmed up, and now he loves it. Guess there is never a dual moment in the life of a Casey... Talk to you soon. Loves

2011 Begins

Wow... where to being. The beginning of the year has already been insainly busy. We have been to San Diego and spent time with family and friends, we have been to Spring Training (again), and we are getting ready to head out on one more adventure. In a couple of weeks we are heading to New Orleans and Florida. Sean did great flying when we went to Arizona, so now we are going for distance. Mommy is just hoping he sleeps most of the flight. This past weekend I actually got a weekend to myself. I was able to go to Laughlin with my Mom and Grandma. We had a blast, and we even got to see Reba in concert. It was totally amazing how good she is. Recently Sean has been doing really good to. He has been doing good in preschool, and is going to be starting Tball in April. He is so excited. He insists he practices every day. 2011 has began as a pretty crappy year, so we are hoping it is getin better. It is our friends and family that make every second worth it. We love you all.

ShutterFly.... Christmas?

Well, I was on the Sharethe31secrets website yesterday and discoverd a promotion for 50 free Christmans cards. After looking through the cards I noticed many wonderful prints. Each year I order Photobooks from Shutterfly for each of the Grandparents but never looked at anything else. I have decided that my card of choice this year is going to the the Naughty or Nice one. After having the year we have had with a two year old/ three year old it only seems fitting as the card is as cute as some of his attitudes. I am very amazed when it comes to the quality of work that I receive from Shutterfly every year. And to add to it the idea of being able to do 2 things on my shopping is an even better deal. I have looked through many of the websites and thought I could share a couple with you. So of the websites that Shutterfly has to offer are... www.shutterfly.com/cards-stationery

www.shutterfly.com/cards-stationery/birthday

www.shutterfly.com/calenders

I have found many wonderful things on the shutterfly website. And I am hoping they continue with the wonderful new products they are coming out with. Anyone who would like a real creative way to keep track and document their childs life and their own the Photobooks are amazing as well. I have a baby book, a wedding book and a year book for each year that my son has been with us. It is amazing to look back at the priceless memories and know they are there forever. I really hope that anyone who has the opportunity to look at this website does. You will not be disappointed. It is amazing how you will find yourself coming back each year to see the new detail and examples that they have. Not to mention they offer the best online deals

Seans 3 Yr Pictures

3 Year Pictures are up, and you are the only one I am going to show them to before Christmas. I got you a copy just tell me which on you like. T

How Time Flies

Wow, I must say we have been so busy lately. We have been to Sea World, Birthday parties, movies, pumpkin patches, Big Bear and Oak Glen. It is amazing to think that we have had any time to do anything. The scary part is that Sean starts Pre-school on Tuesday. How crazy is that. I am so excited for him but a little freaked out that it has come so fast. But he is a very smart boy, and I am sure he will do fine. We have also managed to make it 6 weeks without a potty accident, AND he has managed to sleep the last two night without wetting his big boy undies. Yup... my baby is a big boy now. It is so amazing how time flies. Can't wait for the next adventure. I will post pictures of his first day of school this week. Loves

LUCKY DUDE

So after returning for the river this last weekend we were told that our friend Big Glenn found a baby Desert Tortise in his back yard. Immediatly I sent him a message saying if it needed a new home we would love to have it. (I have been thinking about a turtle for Sean for awhile now). We went to store, bought all the stuff the little guy will need to thrive and now tomorrow he will arrive at his new home. He is still a baby and is very very tiny. (About the size of a silver dollar) He is going to take a long while to grow, but I think that he will do great things living with us. I can't wait for Sean to meet his new buddy. Also known as LUCKY-DUDE. Do to the fact he almost was a victim of the lawn mower. Ahh the adventure begins. Pictures to be posted shortly

River Friends and Relaxation

Wow... what a wonderful weekend. Decided to head to the river with friends and t turned out to be the best trip in a long time. We enjoyed the quiet river house, the wonderful cove, and most of all good friends. The kids played in the water and with eachother while the adults snacked and played cards. Even though it was a great weekend it was also very long. We arrived at the river house very late on friday. Once we got there the little ones had a huge burst of energy and they were ready to go. And believe me when I say they went all weekend. They play so well together it is nice. Now, it is back to work for another day of craziness. Oh how quick times flies when you are having fun.. and laying on the floor board of a truck (right Shells)

Blogging

I guess I am the only person in the world that SUCKS at blogging. I can not figure out how to do all the fancy stuff my friends can do and I am jealous. Someday I am hoping to become good at this. Well, for my simple blog. I got my new stove today and love it. I can not wait to cook on it tonight. It is beautiful. Much better then that yellow one I had. Hope everyone ois enjoying there break as much as me. Tina

Welcome back to school

Well, today was a nightmare! First day back to school, and everything that could go wrong did. First, I sat in traffic for 20 minutes trying to get onto campus. Next we had transportation issues. Kids were getting dropped off everywhere and no one even knew their classroom moved. 100-150 special ed kids turns very crazy very quick. About 2 hours after school started I got a call about a student who was lost in the Principals office. Non Verbal down syndrom boy with no ID, name or any information what so ever. I took a picture with my cell phone so I could send it to our staff to see if any school was missing a student. Lucky for us my substitute assistant knew exactly who the student was and which school he was coming too. As we were wrapping up that situation I got a call that I was going to be having a meeting in my office at noon. Upon returning to my classroom I looked at the clock and saw it was only 10:30. I told my staff I needed to sit down and eat something before my meeting so I did. As I am eating the door swings open and it was the parents for the meeting. Quickly I realize that my clock was an hour off and it was actually 11:40. UHHHHHH So during the meeting I was helping staff change and then we went on to getting ready to go home. Our pick up time was 2:00 busses didnt start arriving until 2:40 and the last bus made it through traffic and arrived at wait for it. 4 oclock. Needless to day the first day back was long tiring and most of all Very Very crazy. I can not wait to climb into bed.

Summer Time 2010

Well, tomorrow is back to reality, and I have decided to make a little post before the craziness begins. This summer was amazing... We had not big trips planned, but me did many small things. Once again, we had a summer where we were hardly home. Sean has grown up so much this summer I can hardly believe it. He has learned how to swim, learned how to use the big boy potty, and he has fallen in love. Ryan is enjoying his job so much and he seems to be very happy. And as for me, I have done my best to keep my sanity this summer when it comes to school and moving classrooms, but I will be fine. This summer we have gont to the River, Sea World, Legoland, the Zoo, and the Beach. The river was a great trip with friends and family, and Sea World was amazing. We were able to go with our new friends Matt, Shelly, Sunshine and Chloe. Did I mention Sean is in love with Sunshine. The hold hands, walk, hug and talk about each other constantly. We are truly blessed that when Ryan went away to Oklahoma he found such a great friend in Matt. I just wish we lived closer so the kids to spend more time together. Well, I will keep posting.

March Madness... April Showers

Well, it has officially been a couple of crazy months. Between my birthday, Spring Training, Las Vegas (Knight Rider Convention), and all of Sean's big moments... things have been crazy. Well, as many of you know. I officially turned 29 this year.Yes... I'm get old. Things have been very constant in the last couple of months and one thing that has not changed is the fact that I am constantly on the run. Sean is now attending a Mommy and Me classes with his Nannie, and he is enjoying every minute of it, but Nannie says it is not long enough. Ryan is finally off "probation" at work and anxiously awaiting his interview with the FFA in April , and I am just praying for the year to come to a successful end without having bloodshed amongst my assistance at work. All in all lets just say, it has been a LONG year at work.

As for around here, the boys and I have done our best to get the traveling bug out of our system early this year. The problem is, we dont know if or when Ryan is leaving for Oklahoma, so we can't plan anything for this summer. So, so far we have gone to Arizona for Spring training, where Sean took pictures with quiet a few Hall of Fame baseball players, and Joe Saunders of the Angels. We also managed to make it down to Prescott Az. to visit some friends where despite a massive allergic reaction from Sean, we really had a great time.

We have also managed an overnight trip to Las Vegas to go the the Knight Rider Convention, where once again Sean was the hit of show. He managed to get some serious hang out time with the main actor from the new Knight Rider series... not to mention Mommy totally enjoyed the eye candy, and Ryan was bummed that he did not get to see the girl that played Sarah in the show. However, Daddy got his excitement when he saw our room and realized that he could see all of Las Vegas including the airport.

Now for April,
I have been on Spring Break for the last week, and have seriously enjoyed my time off. We managed to go see Disney on Ice, and managed to squeeze in our first ball game of the year. Sadly, it was the day before the tragic loss of Angels pitcher Nick Adenhart. While on Spring Break Sean managed to get a new BIG BOY BED which he sleeps in very well, and he absolutely loves. Coming up for this month, Ryan has an interview with the FAA, and we have a baby shower for Aly Cat... I cant wait. I will keep in touch....

Where to Begin

Recently, I viewed a blog posted by my friends Steve and Shelly. It was very nice to read up on how good the kids are going and other things going on with them. With that, I decided that this might be something rather fun to do. So with that said, I have decided to start my own Blog. Now, if anyone reads it that would be a whole other story. Guess we will have to wait and find out. But with a rapidly grown 1 year old, keeping up to speed is easier said then done.

So to start... Sean is now 15th months old, and boy has that started out with a bang. First, we had shots, and snow. Then, we started temper tantrum and attitudes. And finally, we have our first major injury to report. On Saturday, Sean's fingers came in contact with the bathroom door. And boy did it cause a riot. Sadly, Kenzie ( our babysitter daughter) really had to go potty and she was running to the restroom. As she went to shut the door. Sean was right on her heals and unfortunately Sean's finger wound up rather squished. Poor Kenzie was so heartbroken, you would have thought she lost her favorite action figure (shes not into dollies). She was crying, Sean was crying... I was trying not to cry. In the end we had a squished finger, a nail that fell off, and one big boo boo. But, we know that accidents happen, and Sean still loves Kenzie more then ever... and so do I. I think Sean loves her even more because he got some new cars out of the deal. I am just grateful that Sean's first boo boo not only happened when I was with him and not when I was at work, but also that it was nothing major. A banged up finger we can handle.

On a happy note, Sean's vocabulary is getting increasingly larger as we speak. He has a vocabulary of over 30 words and he is signing about 7. Not bad at all. Some days I can not get him to stop chattering. Sean has also proven to be a great eater. This boy with eat anything you put in front of him.

As for Ryan and I.. things are the same. He is now working for Target, and I am just praying I have a job next school year. All of these budget cuts are a scary thing. Basically, we are praying for the best. We are also planning a trip to Arizona in March. We are going to spring training.. Sean should be a blast this year. We really can not wait.