Birthday

My baby is ONE!!

We had his birthday party on Saturday, when the Corpus family made it in. Lordy that boy does not need another present!! His daddy, uncle roy and paw paw have been working on making him a toy box, and he needs it!

WOW.. for me?


mmmm CAKE



Nothing like some snot and icing


STICKY


what a grin


So sweet


PRESENTS:


My best friend Eli bought me this book.. I LOVE IT!! GO TECH


My Tia Leah has my other best friend in her tum tum


Andrew, Auntie Sue Sue and Colton


Mr. Cool




Taking my Gran for a ride


Uncle Tex:


Aunt Sho Sho and Uncle Richard


Uncle Richard.. PLEASE DON'T GO!

Christmas

Christmas 2008 was filled with lots of love and laughter. We spent Christmas Day with the Morris family, and had a blast. Tons of food and games, and don't forget the visiting. We are so blessed to have them in our life!

Daddy kisses on Christmas.. the best present ever!



Wake up Auntie Sue Sue.. let's open presents now!


I can't believe mommy got me all this wrapping paper



Presents galore!!




Santa brought Colton a wagon.. He loves it so much, he does NOT like getting out of it!


Chillaxin in my ride Gran and Pop Pop bought me..


I can stand all by myself, but no walking yet!


My Aunt Sho Sho

Listen

My dad sent me the link below. The radio station from Portales adopted my cousin Reagan and suprised our family with a secret santa. It is long, and I just hope you will take the time to listen past the commercials. Maybe it is just because we love them so much, but this really brough me to tears. God bless and Merry Christmas.

*you may have to copy and past*

http://www.heymix.com/santadelivery7.php

Letter to my son

Dear Colton,
Today has been such a day of reflecton for me. I found myself thinking "One year ago, I was waking up rubbing my tummy, wondering what you would look like, who you would be" or "A year ago, everyone went to Chili's to eat, and I stayed home, I was too nervous to socialize" I remember at 1:00, Daddy was driving me to the hospital with Nonna and I was crying. I was overwhelmed, would I be a good mommy? Could I provide for you the life you deserved??? At 2:00, we were checking in and I remember thinking " I have to tell daddy that if something happens in the delivery room, he has to tell them that YOU come first.. (yes, your mommy is VERY dramatic.. ).. At 3:00, I had my IV, Daddy was in his little outfit and Auntie Sue Sue was all dressed as well. Time for the drugs and then, the next thing i knew, Dr. Kleinpeter was there and it was GO TIME! At 4:00, they started cutting my tummy and at 4:15, your daddy leaned down and whispered to me, "we have a son". Relief like I had never known in all my life rushed through me. A love that I did not know existed warmed me from my head to my toes, and when I laid eyes on you for the first time, my life was complete.

Mommy had to go to recovery (which was quite lonely without you and daddy) and you went to the nursery. You had some problems breathing so when they wheeled me to my room, I was expecting to go into a room full of people and of course YOU.. imagine my disappointment when i found it was EMPTY. The phone rang, it was the nurse making sure I was there, and she let me know that you were doing great, just had to get your breathing to normal. Finally daddy and family made it down to reassure me that you were still as perfect as I remembered. At 7 30 that night they finally brought you to me. I held you close and we talked.. yes, you cooed at me and we had the best conversation.

This past year has been filled with such joy that you have brought to my life.. your personality is so sweet.. you make people everywhere smile. I cannot take you anywhere that someone does not mention your beautiful eyes or sweet smile.

When Uncle Josh died, you were the glue that held everyone up. Anytime that anyone was sad, they rushed to hold you. When mommy feels down, all I have to do is look at you.. and you always know when I need a smile or a kiss.

I cannot wait to see what the next year brings, but it is so bittersweet, because I realize that what they say is true, time flies.. and before I know it, you will be all growed up... please know that no matter where you go in life, your mommy and daddy are always here for you, we always will love and support you and we will ALWAYS, without a doubt, be in your corner!

We love you our precious son~
Mommy and Daddy

One year ago:












Today: (Battery went dead after bath time, more pictures to come soon!)

See My Teeth?


Brr Granny... that's COLD

Look what we woke up to!

Thanksgiving

Wawa , Kent and Eli Brody


Wawa and the baby boys




The boys and WaWa


Sweet Mom Walker



Reagan loved the swing!




Kent, Wawa, Sarah and Eli




Kala, Sammie and Seth




Loves the Jetski (mama doesn't though)



Sarah, Eli and Colton



Eli Brody Walker



Maddie and Reagan on the Trampoline


Uncle Roy and Colton


Kelsey Elaine
























Daddy loves him some Colton




Colton had cheetos all over so him had to have a bath:



Worn OUT



This is actually one of my favorite holidays. I love the decorations of Christmas and the meaning of Christmas but am always stressed at the holidays. But Thanksgiving allows me to really reflect on how lucky and blessed I am.

I have an amazing family. Darla means so much to me. I hope that she knows that no matter what happens in life, SHE is always family.. and we will always be here for her. My dad is also very important to me. He never will believe how thankful I am that we were able to overcome such a bad relationship and mend fences. He is hurting still, but he is on the road to happiness, I just know it. My mom and I have a long road ahead of us. i am not sure if it will ever be the same but at least we can have a conversation with each other.

Nana and Peepaw are my "comfort". When I think back on childhood they are in almost every memory that I have... I always know I have a safe and secure place to go if I were to need it. I can't believe that we live so far away, that instead of seeing them every day like I did for the first 18 years of my life, I have to settle for maybe twice a year. Thank the lord for Alexander Bell :)
Granny and Grandad are also special to me.. Granny raised me in the church so that I would know right from wrong. Grandad always has advice on how to fix anything.. he knows EVERYTHING about fixing stuff, that is for sure.

My cousins have been my rock these past few months. I not only lost my brother, they lost their cousin and we all hurt together. Kyla and I talk so much more now, we are there for each other. Zach and Reed are the reason that Krista is able to smile, they held her hand thru the whole ordeal and still call and check on her. Now, we are all pulling together for our Reagan.. we firmly believe in the power of prayer, and she has so many layers of people praying for her.. the closest layer is that of her family.. I hope she can feel all of our love for her.

The other half of my family, the Walkers are also a big blessing. Mom and Dad are my inspiration of all that is right and good with the world. Unconditionally loving each and every one of their children, always there with advice when we need it and support, even if we don't ask. Their home represents a safe haven to us. No judgement, just love. I just pray that Jett and I can offer that sort of home for Colton and children to come. Roy, Kala, Sam, and Kelsey have always supported us, even though we live so far away.

The Morris family, my adopted family know how much I love them. they are probably tired of me going on and on about how wonderful they are, but they are the best thing since sliced bread to me!!

My sweet sister Krista, I don't know a single person on this earth with a heart as sweet as yours. You are there for everyone, always putting yourself last. You have helped me so much and I know you think we do so much for you, but the truth is you do so much for us! I love you sister.

My perfect son Colton... has given me my smile back.. I just adore him.

My husband is my soulmate, the one I was put on this Earth to love. He is the one who keeps me grounded. He holds me when I hurt and comforts me thru all the crap that never seems to stop. He accepts my imperfections and cherishes me. I could not ask for a better man. I LOVE YOU!

I just hope that each and every person in my life knows how special they are to me. I also hope that you all take the time to let your loved ones know how special they are.

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