Look who's 2!!

This time two years ago, Leyton entered the world.  Who would have thought this time would past by so quickly.  Seriously, I feel like it was yesterday and we were being released from the hospital.  Sure these past two years have been chaotic but Leyton has brought so much joy to our family.  He is a typical wild toddler and is into everything but he is also the most lovable little guy.  His expressions and excitement are contagious especially on his birthday.

When we were trying to decide what we should do for his birthday the boys came up with his pizza and cake.  Simple but for this two year old, it was perfect.  Kevin was going to be out of town on his actual birthday so we celebrated a day early.  Leyton did not seem to mind.  It was only appropriate that I make his favorite thing in the entire world…a baseball cake.  Just look at this sweet face.

After cake it was time for gifts.

Again, look at this sweet expression…. I am sure you can hear him saying ohhhh, ahhhh.

The Dusty plane was a HUGE hit as was his little train set.  Yes, TWO is a busy stage but it is also so much fun as well.  And just in a matter of seconds, Leyton was on the counter helping himself to more cake.  I suppose you only turn 2 once, why not celebrate.

Tuesday morning, the birthday boy had pancakes and balloons to celebrate his big day.

Happy Birthday Leyton I am sure this next year will be an exciting one!!

A Tennessee Thanksgiving

Over the river and through the woods to Grandaddy's house we go…

Early Wednesday morning we set out for Tennessee  It was a long drive but the kids did great, even Leyton did well.

Once we were there, the kids were off and running.  Something about my Grandaddy's house they just love.

 After leaving the snow in Wisconsin, we were hoping for warmer weather but no such luck.  However, our boys acted like it was 75 degrees and were outside the entire time.

Thanksgiving everyone was in the kitchen cooking and it would not be Thanksgiving without a small oven fire.  Nothing actually burned burned but the brown sugar topping somehow overflowed.

 

Thankfully, everything was saved and dinner was served.

My Grandaddy embraced the craziness of all the great grandchildren running in and out of the house.

Black Friday were opted not to go shopping but we did make these cute Grinch Christmas Trees after my cousin Wesley posted the tutorial on the Design Network.

 

The boys were in full force playing once again.  And no trip Tennessee would be complete without visiting the lights at Rose of Sharon.

Saturday morning we were on the road again but were thankful for our time spent with family and counting our blessing.  Happy Thanksgiving.

Everyday Joys {Week 48}

Week 48 recap...

Over the river and through the woods to Grandaddy's house we go!  Only another 580 miles to go but who's counting.  {November 26}

My sweet Grandaddy and his great-grand turkeys!  Happy Thanksgiving! {November 27}

Black Friday project: Grinch trees.  Thanks to my cousin Wesley at Roots on Augusta.
{November 28}

Driving back to Wisconsin.  {November 29}

Advent Sunday.  {November 30}

Working on a special little guy's 2nd birthday cake.  Can't believe Leyton will be TWO!
{December 1}

Look who's 2!!!  {December 2}