Wednesday night (7th) I got home to my mom's house after teaching dance and Ethan was very sick. We ended up sleeping on the bathroom floor because Ethan threw up every half hour from about 9 pm to 6:30 am. My mom so graciously helped me a lot. Thanks mom.

Chad got a Bomber Jacket for Christmas. He has wanted one since he was in 9th grade. Dreams do come true! :)

Here is a little piece of Christmas. Ethan and Britany playing Santa and Reindeer, Jeff getting a snuggle from Wade, Wade Eating his new toys, Ethan cooking up a storm, and Super star smiles from Britany and Ethan.

I got brave or stupid however you want to look at it...i made the family p.j.'s for Christmas so we could all match.

At the Buckner Christmas party Ethan was a shepherd and Wade got to be baby Jesus. Both put on a really good show. Check out the video clip below.

Ok...so this is the "Real" Santa. I have never met a Santa so amazing. He had a real beard, amazing suit, a giant key to get into houses without chimneys and he brought a picture of his sleigh and rudolph. Ethan loves Santa from a distance so when I tried to get him to talk to Santa he very boldly said "Shut UP". I apologized to Santa but he couldn't stop laughing. What do you do?!!!

Ethan Hooks Amanda

Scary...

This picture is just to make you smile. Ethan finally figured out how to make a funny face.

The Big 30

Chad turned the big 30 the day after Thanksgiving...you know, BLACK FRIDAY...!!! Thank goodness he had help blowing out all those candles. Chad is the best! We couldn't ask for more...even if he is getting old.

Thanksgiving

We had Thanksgiving with the Buckner family this year. We had to go to the church because so many wanted to share the day. We had 60 people give or take a few. The food was great and of course good company. We have so much to be thankful for.

The Boys

My boys are so cute...can't get enough!

Park and Picnic

We needed a family escape from life so we ventured out in the cold to play at a new park in Mountain Green. It's a great park! We then parked by the Morgan airport, which is tiny, and had a picnic while we watched the planes land. We had a blast.

Fall Leaves

Today Ethan and I went out and played in the beautiful fall leaves. It was so fun. Everyone should find time to throw a few leaves.

Wade's Blessing

Baby blessings are such a neat thing. The spirit always seems extra strong to me. Wade's blessing was no exception. He received the most beautiful blessing from his daddy and Chad sure cleaned up nice after his night as a redneck.

Halloween

Halloween is my favorite holiday and I think Ethan is catching on. When I was putting the Halloween decorations away he stuck his little pointer finger in the air and said "Idea, Halloween Back". I tried to explain that it wouldn't be Halloween for another year but he was sure he had found the solution.

My Boys

My Boys are so CUTE...Especially wrapped as burritos!

Zoo

October is the perfect month to go to the Zoo. All the animals were very active and the weather was beautiful. We put Ethan on his leash and let Grandpa and Grandma Hirschi get pulled around. Ethan loved the monkeys!

The Big 2

Ican't believe little Ethan is now 2 years old. Time is going way to fast. Chad and I couldn't have asked for a better son. He is so amazing. We laugh so much with him. He has this killer personality that just makes you smile. He is talking like crazy and can sing the ABC's and count to 10. He even sings Happy Birthday. He is a great big brother and helps with Wade a lot. We Love you Ethan.

Wade

Our baby boy is a month old all ready. Little Wade is such a good little baby. He only fusses when hungry and goes right back to sleep at night after eating. Ethan is adjusting to baby brother who can't play trucks and has no teeth to eat cereal. However, Wade did get a karate chop to the chest the other day and didn't even fuss. I am of course busy but adjusting well to having 2 little monsters.

The New Addition - WADE MICHAEL BUCKNER

Wade Michael Buckner
Born August 31st @ 3:18 p.m. 8 lbs. 1oz. 21 inches