My ABC's

Chace performing his ABC's October 2007.

He's only missing a couple letters :)

Baby Girl is coming soon!

On December 7th we took belly and family photos. Little Chace had a double ear infection (we found out later that afternoon) so wasn't agreeable for much of the session but we got a couple cute ones. He thinks he's excited about being a big brother but I'm pretty sure he has no idea what it will really mean for his life! We're looking forward to the Christmas holidays and baby's arrival between 1/3 and 1/8...doc says we'll induce on the 3rd but you never know right?!

Chace is two!!

Hi all! It's hard to believe that our little man is two years old! He's officially the size of an average 34 month old weighing in at 30lbs and 371/2 inches tall. He's quite a character. He talks all the time and likes to tell us what to do - "I watch Backyadigans again, Ok?" or "Mommy, I need animal cookies!" He also loves to sing - we've heard full verses of "Jesus Loves Me", "Twinkle, Twinkle" and the ABC song. Of course, he has his tantrums which are pretty big sometimes and he's tried the screaming tactic lately but we're making it through. He loves trucks and playing in his new sandbox. We're looking forward to all the adventure this next year will bring and watching him become a big brother in a few months.

Below are some pictures from the birthday bash last Saturday. All the grandparents attended, Aunt Kim brought a small entourage with Joe, Karen and Elizabeth. Our good friends TK and Blake and their boys Cooper and Bo and our neighbor children Max and Megan were all in attendance. You'll see the main activities were playing in the sand and with trucks, sharing stickers, eating lunch, opening presents and eating cupcakes. We had a great time celebrating. Enjoy the pictures.

Chace, Bo and Cooper

Kim, Karen and Elizabeth

Chip and the boys

Chace likes the icing

Bo the Builder

My Tools

Max, Megan and Mimi - Chace shares a sticker in the background

New Thomas Backpack

Joe and Kim

Our family

The Grandparents

Sticker sharing

Bo and Cooper Harrison

Happy 22month birthday to Chace! We have an amazing little man! He is already a big talker so I thought I'd post a few of his recent quotes (see below). Also he's a singer - including Jesus Loves Me, Happy Birthday, ABC's (Q-Z as of this morning), Twinkle Twinkle Little Star (gets to "up above...", fades away and picks it up again at "like a diamond") We're desperately trying to get this all on video and will post ASAP.

He likes to make decisions and tell us what to do - I hear that's a phase, we'll see. All I know is he keeps us on our toes and entertained most of the time! I can't believe he's almost 2!!

Chace recent quotes:
"Cat's get scared sometimes!"
at day school - "My daddy drinks Bud"
Mom says "what's your last name?"....Chace says "Bob the Builder"
"No, I don't!"
"I Love you!"

Plum Beach July 2007

We had our first family trip to Plum Beach, Rhode Island June 30th-July 7th. This is Chip's family beach house. It was so wonderful! Chace did great on the plane and loved the beach. The weather was wonderful and so was seeing our friends Meg, Dave and Jackson. I hope we can make this an annual trip. Enjoy the photos.

Big News!

Yes! It's true - Chace will be a big brother around January 8, 2008. No medical intervention this time - just God doing his thing and allowing us the privelege of being parents again!! We are so excited!! Although, I admit, I have been in a slight state of denial. It's just too weird to be so "normal" this time around!

Chace is growing into quite an amazing little person. He's 20 months old now and a joy (most of the time). He's all boy - loves baseball, basketball and even golf! He also loves to run and jump - and he has many bruises to show for it.

We'll do our best to keep this blog updated. Have a wonderful Summer everyone! - Kristin, Chip, Chace and ??

Weekend in Fort Worth

We spent the last weekend in April up in Fort Worth with Jennie, Dav, James and Rebecca. We were there for a TCU Event honoring my parents. I was great to spend time with everyone! This post is out of order but here are some pictures of our visit to the park that weekend.

Ranch Weekend May 2007

Thanks MCR for years of great memories! The last weekend up there was great! Wonderful times with family and friends, of course great food and beautiful weather!

The future's so bright, I gotta wear shades!

The Anthony Family!