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Monday, November 18, 2013

Decorating

Yes, I put my tree up before Thanksgiving.....don't judge me! :) Christmas decorations are so much fun they deserve to be admired for as long as possible! We are almost done here at the Crouse House. 

Minus a:

-Few touches to the tree and new bow topper!
-This years Hallmark ornament!
-New stocking for Easton!
-And newly lit reindeer for outside plus the house lights that Jaime needs to put up!

Otherwise, we are basically done! Once these few things on the list are fully complete, I plan on enjoying every single moment of all the decorating efforts!

It IS the most wonderful time of the year!








Ladies Night: Christmas in November

I SO enjoyed my first ever ladies night at Central! Jaime was able to stay home with the kids while I went out and enjoyed myself. I had been asked to be a guest at my good friend, Shanna's table. She did a great job decorating her center piece....it was so cute, and had decorated ornaments with our names on it so we knew where to sit! All tables were decorated differently and I loved the Christmas atmosphere!



We started off the night by eating a nice dinner. Then we saw a demonstration on how to decorate your tables at home for the holidays. We also heard a lovely lady speak on how to make Christmas more about Christ. It was wonderful! We finished off the night with door prizes and mingling! When I got home, the kids were in bed, dishes done and laundry folded. What a fabulous night!

Well Check

Easton had his 15 month well check today with Dr. Smith. Our big guy checked out great and after 3 boosters and 1 flu shot, we walked out in relatively good spirits. I was even able to get Brooklyn her flu mist and set Maddie's appointment up for next week!
Here are a few fun facts about our growing boy:

-80th percentile for weight and 95th percentile for height. You wear 18 month-24 month clothing and I can already tell that you're built like your daddy! 
-you say a few words but pale in comparison to where your sisters were at this point. You can clearly say: mama, daddy, nana. You also say: puppa(puppy), baba(baby), S means yes, and dis means this. You say ma when you want a drink or something to eat. You can sign more.
-you're a great sleeper; usually going to bed about 6:30 and waking up around 7. You also take two naps during the day.
-you're also a good eater. The only thing you've turned away was Chef Boyardee's beefaronni. Otherwise, you eat pretty much anything!
-we enjoy watching you play with the girls. You try to tackle Brooklyn and then roll around on the floor. If you are upset, you'll run to Maddie and hug on her. It's cute!
-you can follow basic commands: "give this to daddy", "go get your toothbrush", "lets go to your chair", etc...
-you are still such a lover and will cuddle with both mommy and daddy. Cartoons are starting to catch your attention. Your favorites are The Lorax and Toy Story.
-love playing with cars and balls

We are enjoying watching you grow into a little boy, Easton! I can already see ways in which you are totally different from the girls and its fun to experience something new!







Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Freeze

It was COLD this morning! Made me so grateful for working heat in my house AND my car, as we got out to take sister to school. Also thankful for new blue coats to keep us cozy. We have much!

15 months

15 months ago, today, this sweet boy came into our lives! Our family has been thrilled with the addition of a little "blue" and we are so grateful for our Easton!