Time flies

I looked and noticed I had not blogged in quite some time. I guess the chores of daily life and work just seems to catch up to me. I wish so badly for time just to stand still, for just a few moments, and let me take it in. I guess these are my moments.

Ryan and Alex have been as busy as ever. I've done a lot of spring cleaning--taking away old toys, putting in a few new ones. The boys don't seem to mind. Ryan especially loves finding old toys he can now play with again. I took him for his first visit to the eye doctor today. He did exceptionally well (he knew he was getting a new paint animal) and has perfect vision for his age. The only problem came when it was time to get presents at the office. He loudly proclaimed that he didn't like their toys. Oh well--such is life.

Alex is cutting eye teeth. Bless his heart. We are up almost every night with him crying. I've tried everything I know to do, but I guess he is just going to have a hard time with them. I hope they will all be in soon.

I also had my eyes checked. My eyes, far from perfect, unfortunately got a little worse. I knew they had changed a little, but I didn't realize how much until I put in the new contact prescription. WOW !! Amazing how much better I could see.

Overall life is good. Work is as busy as ever. That's one thing that never changes. People are ALWAYS having babies !!! Lucky me.

This is what happens

Yes, this is what happens when you leave a very smart, intelligent, 5 year old in charge while you take a shower. It was priceless, so I had to take some pictures.

snow

So by now everyone knows we had a lot of snow and ice. I thought I would post a few of my own pics of the fun we had. I was just wishing the whole time that my back was stronger and I could've played in the snow with them. There's always next year.

A Day

True to my blog title, a day in the life, here are some pics of our normal days. We are always on the go (until as of late when I've been pretty much on bed rest due to a lower back strain). The boys are as busy as ever. Sometimes playing well together, sometimes not. I guess that's to be expected though. I think through the years they will become very close. At least that is what I am praying for.

Ryan has become a little sassy lately and has been spending a lot of time in time out. Of course, then he turns around and apologizes so cutely that you just have to snuggle him in. He knows when he's done wrong, which is good. He just needs to learn not to do it. In time, I keep reminding myself.

Alex is babbling constantly. He is hardly ever quiet anymore. He's in to everything--drawers, toys, clothes, even my bra drawer. If that just wasn't special finding him with my bra on his head. ( Only a few more years and he could be part of "Weird Science" I hope I'm not the only one who remembers that movie). Anyway life is good and full of fun.

Hope all is well with every one

Renee

Baby Gwyneth

Everyone needs to say Happy Birthday to little Gwyneth Rose. (CFHusband.blogspot.com) After being born at just over a pound, she is celebrating her first birthday today. I am continually amazed by the miracles God performs on a daily basis, many of which we are not aware. This little girl and her mom, as well as her strong dad are truly miracles.

Happy Birthday little one. You are so very blessed.

Christmas

Wow, really what is there left to say? My boys are extremely spoiled and I am loving every minute of it. Even through the hardships of this year, we managed to make it a wonderfully exciting time. Santa came and left part of a cookie--his belly got too full from eating the rest of them. Toys abound and excitement filled the air. It was even better when I got to work on Christmas Day and got the opportunity to leave. Needless to say, I jumped at the chance. Who cares about time and a half when you get the chance to spend Christmas with the boys (even the 42 year old one.).

Anyway, I hope everyone's Christmas was as good as it could be. Love to you all

Renee

Things around here lately are status quo. The boys are as busy as ever, keeping me on my toes. Ryan always has something interesting to say and Alex is actually running around the house now. Even in our little home he comes up missing at least once a day. I have to keep the bathroom doors closed because he loves to pull out the toilet paper.

Ryan is getting totally excited about Christmas and Santa Claus. Although I don't think he quite understands about Santa bringing presents while he is asleep he is all about the gifts under the tree. And I have to say it truly excites me when he wants to tell me the Christmas story. I almost cried the other day when he was telling me what he learned about Bethlehem, the star, and the three wise men. He understands about Mary and Joseph traveling on a donkey and Jesus being born in a manger. I love that his little mind has started to wrap around this. He even went so far as to say his "prayer for God" the other night. He thanked God for sending Jesus so that we could have Christmas. My heart was filled with joy as I realized how much my son is beginning to understand. I pray this continues for the rest of his life.

Speaking of life, just a little interjection on behalf of a family in Mississippi. I grew up in a small town where every person knows the other. On Friday, a young boy, Landon Burt, from my hometown drowned very unexpectedly. His parents were my high school principal and Acteens leader in the Church. Although I have no doubt in their faith, this holiday season, and many more to come, will be very difficult. I pray for them and his brother David that they can find some peace during Christmas.

Wishing you all a safe and Merry Christmas and Holiday Season,

The Phillips Family
Renee, Mike, Ryan, & Alex