It Takes Two

So when Tyson celebrates his birthday weekend, he has to do so with TWO parties.  You know...since he turned 2!  However, I don't see this trend continuing on or else I will go crazy!  But either way, it was so nice to spend some great quality time with Ryan's family and my parents.  It is not that often that we can all get together, and so I have to thank Tyson for making that happen.  He is quite the party planner and organizer I must say!  :)

 

 

Song on the blog:

Peace, Love, & Happiness by G. Love

Mr. T's 2nd Birthday

I can't believe it.  Our precious little Ty is now two years old.  I always remember on my birthday my Mom would reminisce about the night I was born.  And as much as I always loved the stories, I completely get it now.  I can't help but think what life was like one year ago and then two years ago.   And more than anything, as I reminisce, a big smile comes across my face.  

 

This little man has been such a joy to our lives that I can look back and love every moment of it.  Even the hard moments...because even when Ty is in his Terrible-Two-Mood and yelling out "No Mama, Don't Want That!!", I know that in just a matter of moments he will come up and ask for a kiss & hug ...and just completely melt my heart. 

And so we celebrated the birthday with a couple of small parties where we could all just hang out and have a good time.  And surprisingly, the camera didn't seem to come out much for the first one.  (Must have been that beer in my hand that got in the way!)  But either way, we had a great time and Ty absolutely LOVED all the attention, presents, cake, and homemade ice cream! 

One of my favorite things to do is ask Tyson to give Mama a Dirty Look.  I am sure I will hate that talent when he is a teenager, but for now it just cracks me up.  And I must say that these mad and pouty faces when the birthday hat and ribbon scream nothing but, "It's My Party And I'll Cry If I Want To."  Or perhaps...."I Am TWO!!"

Love You More Today, Than Yesterday

Eighteen months ago, our little man, Tyson joined our family.  And I never thought I could possibly love him any more than I did that day.  But as every other mother is probably smiling, or saying, "Told You So", that little man has in fact stole my heart!  Of course there are still days when the whining does not stop (ok, Mum & Dad...I completely get why you gave me such a hard time for that!).  Or even days where he wants to smack us in the face or throw food across the kitchen.  But I swear (all you soon-to-be-parents), its totally worth it.  

Because then there is that laugh.  That sense of humor that I just can't believe he already has.  I mean...He really is a funny guy.  He loves attention and loves to say hi or give knucks to just about anyone.  Social just like his Mama.  

He jib jabs like any other toddler and I swear he learns a new word every day.  I think spending time with Grandparents and daycare during the week has been perfect.  He gets the spoiling of Grandma & Grandpa time (I know you all still do it!!), but then he is exposed to germs and other bad habits from the kiddos at daycare.  Ok, they aren't that bad, but we really do think that his vocabulary has grown because of his interaction with the older kids and it means the world to us for him to have that special Grandparent time.

Then there is his LOVE for sports.  And you may think that we are just making that up.  But I kid you not. This little boy LOVES sports.  Especially football.  Of course we are both thrilled, but I think we have maybe created a monster!!  Every morning, the first word out of his mouth is, "Ball" or "Football".  He loves to run with the football, points out a helmet when he sees one, and yells out "GO" any time he sees the Broncos or Gators.  But don't worry, we are not catering him to only one sport.  He knows that baseball has a bat, kicks a soccer ball, and is even learning (kind of) to dribble a basketball.  

He absolutely LOVES books. I was a little worried when we were in the phase of just slamming them shut.  I of course love the sport thing, but we need a little smarty pants too!  But now he really loves Books.  Loves to read them over and over.  And loves to sit in your lap as he flips through the pages.  

Ty LOVES to eat.  Anyone who has had a meal with us, can tell you that its as if he's filming the perfect commercial.  Every bite is followed by a, "Mmmmmmm", just as if it is the best thing he has ever put in his mouth.  So Nestle, Nabisco, and Betty Crocker...if you need an adorable little man in your commericals, I've got the boy for you!!

And more than anything...there is that smile!  Who can turn down that smile.  I already know that he will break hearts some day, because I know that I am already a sucker.  And the fact that this little rough and tough boy can also just cuddle and give hugs & kisses, it just melts my heart!

Song on the Blog:
Spiral Staircase - More Today Than Yesterday

The Big T. Turns ONE

March 20th, 2009, Tyson joined our family and we realized within a matter of seconds what a blessing he is. March 20th, 2010 he turned the big One.

One year.

One year of diapers. One year of kisses. One year of pure happiness. Yes, there were of course challenging times with lack of sleep, going through teething, and his first sickness. But overall, it has been the best year by far.

And so, to celebrate his first birthday, we of course threw Mr. T a bash to remember complete with family, friends, balloons, and of course CAKE.


The hit of the party was Ty chowing down. He started out with a little class and tasted the cake with just one tiny finger.

But before long...

He took it down like a champ!

The cake was a hit with everyone...

And Tyson was definitely one Happy Little Boy!

And here are some more pictures from the good times: