Thankful for Generous Friends

I wish I had kept track and had some comparisons because I think the actual numbers make this fact even more amazing, but in Leah's two years I have basically spent $0 on clothes for her. It's not really true of course- I bought two packs of socks and a "winter" coat for her on Friday- but in the grand scheme of things, with the hundreds of things she has available to wear in any given size through 3T, the large majority are hand-me-downs. And I am so incredibly thankful. Your generosity has made a huge difference in our lives these last two years. 

I don't like shopping- although I like it more than I used to- but I am pretty sure I could spend all day and all paycheck on shopping for Leah. It's even better when I get to shop for free in a box that shows up on my doorstep. Kids clothes aren't cheap. They get too small and too messy too fast to spend too much money on them; hand-me-downs are definitely the way to go.

Accepting hand-me-downs is definitely one of my two pieces of unsolicited advice I give new moms. (The other? Don't skimp on a chair for the nursery!)

Shout out to the three families who have supplied me and continue to supply me with Leah's wardrobe. I am thankful for you (and thankful for your style)!

Hand-me-down dress, and super cute!

Hand-me-down shirt... and pants... and shoes (x2)!

Thankful for School

When Leah got her move up date for the next classroom at school, I told her she was moving to the "Booo Cubs," because, well, Cubs.

Then she starting calling it "Booo Cubs," so I figured I should probably stop!

I am so thankful for Leah's school. It doesn't get easier knowing that she spends so much time there and a whole lot less with me, but it's never been hard, either. I knew the first time I walked I to that school that I could leave my baby there (if I have to, you know?!). They've taught her so much and afforded her the opportunity to learn to interact with other kids; she (we) have made great friends there! They also let me work to help provide for our family while I know Leah is in a safe, loving place.

Leah's first day as a (Booo) Cub!

Zyler, Leah's school bestie, and Leah at the park <3

Thankful for Birthdays

I love LOVE birthdays (if you don't know this, you don't know ME). I am thankful for every birthday I get to celebrate, and today that means I am thankful for Ari (and for his birthday).

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ARI!!

I love you more than Addison Reed loves blowing saves, more than Matt Harvey loves arguing to stay in the game, and even more than Kansas City loves missing school tomorrow for their championship parade. I'm thankful for every minute of the last 19 years with you. You remind me what it's like to be a teenager with teenager problems and teenager excitements (only one more year!); you keep me young. Come visit us soon- trip is on us!

Have the best year yet!

Thankful

Today I am thankful for everyone who nicely reminds me that I need to blog because my blog is a way to share what's going on in our Vegas life with those who aren't here with us every day. I am thankful for the reminders that this blog is a way for ME to remember the important moments, and I am thankful for the technology that allows me to save and share my memories. 

Sunday Night

Couldn't decide which picture to post, so, you know, all three:

Pictures

I have so many cute pictures of this almost two year old from these last couple of days. I can't even handle it. 

What a great last week being one!

Play Date

I have a lot of posts to write (An entire list actually. I'll get to it eventually.) but right now I just want to remember today. It was such a fun day with new big sister Presley!

Walking to our first story time!

There was lots of singing and dancing and music-making on top of all the story-telling!

At least one of them was a good listener. 

Bag ladies.

Sharing a delicious snack!

Once Leah's new kitchen gets built, that's going to be the sink and stove they're sitting on! But for now, just hangin' out :~)

Fun (and exhausting, especially given that SOMEONE didn't take a nap) day!