Friday, July 9, 2010

Mid year check in. Lots of photos

Wow, hard to believe that I have not updated since January. Uggh! I think about it all the time, but never seem to make my way to the computer to get the job done. Such a shame, because I know I am missing so many opportunities to document all the fun that Team Hatfield has been having. And, there might be a friend or family member that would love to see an updated photo of T5.

It is also hard to believe that Thomas is 19 months old (in just a few short days).
Things he loves:
Yo Gabba Gabba, Outside (would live out there is we would let him), lawn mowie (mower), blocks, books, his version of golf, being chased, his tractor, brushing his teeth, his guitar, his thumb and belly button, anything that involves playing w us. Loves to help me bake
He loves his Momma all the time. Loves to to do what ever dad is doing: mowing, wearing a tie, putting on deodorant, flossing, .... the list goes on.

Loves to eat... especially fruit & veggies. Very good with spoon and fork. Learning to drink from "big" cup

He melts my heart when:
*he clasps his hands together for prayer time and gives an occasional amen.
* gives kisses and hugs. He is very affectionate.
* calls out "mamma or daddy". Gets so excited to see us, does a dance, squeal and runs into our arms.
*laughs (a lot)
* says "I sorry"
* "tank you" (thank you)
* really everything about him melts my heart

Every day he learns a new skill and new word. Sometime will help you count to 5. Working on colors, numbers and letters. We are so proud to be his parents.

What we have been up to:
Celebrating Mother's day, birthday's (my 35th), Father's day, dinner w precious friends, Uncle Scott getting married, going to the zoo & museum, swim lessons, baking cakes, yucky sick days, going to visit Gana in Kentucky, weddings, baby showers, loving our full and blessed life.

Enjoy the photos in no specific order.

Swim Lessons
Big Tex and the lovely Brooke Ashley. I am holding my sweet friend Grace.

I can see into the future w this photo. Lounging in his chair, rubbing his belly, and sucking his thumb. Hopefully the thumb sucking won't last long

Again, thumb sucking and belly rub


his face cracks me up.


His lawn mowie


Sweet Cass, my new sister. Love her. Rehearsal dinner
Wedding night. So much fun. Thank you Leslie for helping us look beautiful.


Zoo for Mothers Day. Oh, I love my handsome boys.

Mother's day


I wanna be like dad..... Melt my heart.


Helping mom bake.


I love you this much


Kentucky visit w/ Gana. Great trip, wonderful memories.


Children's Museum. He got more on him than in the bucket.


Sick day,painting Dad's Father's Day card. He loved every minute of the project. He was a mess, but it was so much fun.

Father's Day. Dad got a tie and the "jaw" ear piece for his phone. T5 loves his "tAtoe" = Mr. Potato Head.

Mom's 35 th bday. Headed to Flying Fish and then the pool/splash park

So Much Fun and So much more to come.

We love you all and pray that you savor every day that you have w/ your loved ones.
XXOOXX Team Hatfield

Monday, January 18, 2010

Since we last left you Part II



Seriously, I am a terrible blogger. I wish I would make the time to update daily. There is so much I would love to document for myself, Tommy & Thomas. And, so much to share w/ my long distant family. I am going to do my very best in 2010 to at least blog once a week. Here is a quick recap of Oct-Dec. Later I will post a separate blog all about Thomas' 1st bday w/ lots of photos and Christmas ' 09. Till then here is a recap of the end of our 2009. And, wow what a year. A year of many first and precious, priceless memories. The Lord blessed us tremendously this year. We are healthy, happy, and have a home. It has been a challenging year for me in many ways, yet the growth in my heart and spirit due to the challenges have been the best reward. Thank Lord, for your love and grace.



Tommy's Triathlon. Thomas' first chance to cheer Dad on at the finish line. Dallas Oct 09



Thomas' first trip to the State Fair of Texas. Hello Big Tex and Corney Dog. Team Hatfield Tradition. And, by the smile on Hi face, I think Thomas approves.


Halloween. The sweetest lion you will ever see. He loved to roaaaar! So, dang cute!



Enjoying the Sunshine @Dallas Arboretum on Halloween Day w/ the Stueve's. I LOVE this photo, w. dad's protective hand in the background, not far away.


What a treat. Thanksgiving Day at the Cowboy game w/ family and friends.




Thomas celebrating his 1st bday. I have plenty to post about this special day and lots of photos to come.



Christmas 2009. It feels like this year was Thomas' first Christmas, because last year was such a blur to me. I seriously think I was still on narcotics last year at Christmas, because I don't remember much. Man, sleep deprivation will steal your memory. But, this year. Oh, so much fun!!!



Thomas got to experience a White Christmas. What a special treat!! He did not like the cold snow. Just wanted to look and say "ohhhhhhhhh:!! But, hated to be cold and wet when I sat him down for a photo.


A pro at unwrapping gifts. And HE loves this book. His "KKKK". (Hard k sound.)

Santa brought his first basketball goal. He LOVES it.



First photo on Christmas morning! "What is going on?"



Dad had knee surgery 1 week before Christmas. Still a wonderful, blessed family!

New Years Eve. Friends, Yummy dinner, and an 8:30pm count down.

Thomas and Ryan (his best bud) playing on NYE

What a happy baby boy. Such joy.

Hope your 2009 was full of precious memories too. Here is to a healthy and happy 2010.
Blessings,
Team Hatfield