Our Oct

 

Dress-up fun!

We did an experiment to see how baking soda and vinegar reacted.  I realized after I told Landon about it I didn't have any balloons left (well actually I couldn't find the one I had kept from Landon's birthday). So we blew up a neoprene glove.  He though the glove looked like a person and asked me to draw a face on it with legs and hands.  So we have our baking soda and vinegar balloon man! Landon thought the whole thing was the coolest thing and talked about it for weeks. 

Landon's creation with building help from Mommy. We are pretty proud of this kids imagination and creativity!

I was a "make-up artist" for a friend of ours and she daugthers "Fashion Show 5th Birthday Party!".  I use to baby-sit the beautiful birthday girl for a couple of years(below)

Happy Birthday!!!

We went for lots of walks and despite Bella's face she really does typically enjoy the walks

 

 Oct 2nd

I put long sleeve pjs on Bella and although she loved them as a newborn she doesn't seem to think so highly of them now. She keeps tucking at them and looking at me confused.

  Oct 5th

Landon figured out how to peddle his bicycle!

 

Oct 13th

Arabella is standing on her own and swatting. Not long I think before she is walking. Doc thinks she will be walking by 9 months.

 

Oct 22nd

Good news Arabella took her first step unassisted.

  Oct 27th

  Little Bella has 2 top teeth poking through! Maybe that is why she has been sleeping so poorly the last 3 weeks.

 

  Oct 28th

This is one proud momma. We have a walker!!!

Oct 31st

My little lady grew up a lot this weekend. Walking, saying "mama", "dada" and trying to say "ball"! One week until she is 9 months- time is flying by.

 Happy Halloween!

Although sick a lot in October we managed to go to the pumpkin patch for some fun and photos.

Look at that face!

Love this lovely lady!!!

 

 

Conversations with Landon

 Back log:Oct
In October I was really good about typing up some up some of Landon's thoughts and conversations he shared with me. 



Beginning of Oct

We were going for a walk one morning. Landon asked to ride in his Lighting McQueen stroller.
Mommy: "No you can't because daddy isn't here to push. You can walk or ride in double stroller.
Landon, " Bourbon can push."
Mommy, "No, he doesn't know how."
Landon, "How about Callie or Bella?"
Mommy, "No silly!"
Landon " Then l can push. "
Mommy "You can push Bella."
Landon "I know! I will make 2 Landons. Then I can do both!"



Oct 3, 2011

Landon and I were playing with his dinosaurs.
L: Mommy where my "stegsaurses?"
M: I think it with your bath toys. We gave him a bath last night.
L: I will get him. Oh oh what is this dinosaur name? (as he pick up one on the floor)
M: It is a tyrannosaurus Rex, T-Rex
L: T-Rex? No mommy it is a applesaurus because it is green like apples.
M: An Allosaurus?
L: Yes but I called them applesauruses cause they like apples and they are green like apples.






Oct 10,2011


Josh was was changing Bellas diaper. She was being really fussy.
Josh"dude what is up?".
Landon- daddy Bella isn't a dude
J- Did I say dude
L- Yes and shes not
J- Why Landon what is a dude?
L- It is Landon daddy little boys and guys.
J- You are right so I guess Bella isn't a dude.



 Oct 22, 2011


Landon was suppose to be taking a nap instead he was singing at the top of his lungs. Josh went in he room. Landon said "I am a fish" josh told Landon he couldn't sing loud and he would be in trouble if he did it again. Landon said I can't I am a fish can't be in trouble.". Josh





Oct 27, 2011

Landon to Mommy "Excuse me Ma'am, I was playing with that!"

September and Arabella-7 months

Lots of traveling and just a busy schedule.  On top of a very busy month lots and lots of electronic disasters.  The computer crashed, camera broke, and phone broke.
Regardless on how stressed, overwhelming, and crazy things have been I am thankful for this adventure I am on. We have been so blessed.  Roller coasters are fun when you know where they end but life roller coasters are tough when you don't know the outcome.  What I do know is that having a husband that stands by me, loves me and builds me up is priceless.  Also our two beautiful, healthy children are a blessing from God.  We have amazing family and friends and I am truly touched on a regular bases how important and special our friends and family make us feel.  I am not one to cry easily but I am often brought to tears at the love we are shown. So if you couldn't tell September was stressful but I made it. ;)

So some of the events that happened this month....


I turned 30.  I had a great day enjoy the company of my husband and children.  Josh and the kids went to the store that day (so I got a little time to craft) and picked out a special birthday dinner.  Landon also helped pick out my birthday presents which is was very excited to tell me about.  It was a great day!!

Fun with friends, stickers, Play-Doh, outdoors, toys and birthday our September was a eventful one!

Our trip to the Splash Park in Alachua with Ashley and Foster Bolin

MOPS playdate which was mostly our Harvest friends :)

I got to catch up with an old friend of mine too.  Tammi and I use to work together at ARC as behavior specialist although we (included a couple of of friends called ourselves the behavior swat team). It was great getting to catch up with a great friend. Thank you Tammi for taking time out of your busy conference to spend sometime with me!





 Arabella turned 7 months in Sept.  I did a little "photo shoot" with her.  She is so sweet and adorable.  I was glad I could catch some of her cute looks.  As you can tell from the pictures, Arabella is standing and cruising along while holding on.  She is babbling a lot and sometimes sounds like words.  We are thinking she will be talking very soon...so exciting!!!




Sept 17th Arabella got her first two little teeth on the bottom.  Two at the same time. Bella got her two bottom teeth much later then I guessed since Landon had his at 4 months.

Purple Cloth Diaper Baby!

Beautiful Bella Lady in Pink!

Rock the Universe Sept

Back log Sept
At the beginning of September we were invited to join our family (Williams side) and the Johnson's family (close family friends) to celebrate Kaili's birthday at Rock the Universe.  Unfortunately, we got lost on the way down there. Apparently getting the directions off of my "Maps" app on the iTouch (since our computer had crashed) was NOT a good idea.  Instead of leaving after Josh got off work and being there about the kids bed time we got in at 3am!  Oh it was not fun.  Tired, lost, and very frustrated.  We thought we were going to right way in the beginning so we didn't think about calling anyone when we first.  Then since I had stayed at the rental house a couple of years back with the Johnson's and Williams. Well, the night or my memory something was off plus the directions, as we found out later, were wrong.
So we slept in Saturday morning, my family was pretty worn out.  Thankfully Arabella was willing to hang out with Papa and Grandma Williams while the rest of us slept.  Landon kept waking up on our drive so I think he was worn out too.
We went out to Universal after a "brunch" of sorts.  We spent the day exploring and checking out The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  As BIG Harry Potter fans it was a blast.  They really did an awesome job.  The little signing skits and act put on during the day were really amazing.  They people were very talented.  We went back to the rental house for dinner and a horrible migraine set in.  Landon was also exhausted so the kids and i missed out on the music and had a very early night.  I think Landon was asleep by 6:30pm which I am pretty sure has never happened!
We had breakfast with Josh's family the next day and then headed back home.  Dispite the downfalls it was a fun weekend.

Barber shop

Back Log Sept
I am getting there with posting these blogs. Many which I had started on my Blogger app on my iTouch but never finished because I didn't get on the computer to put pictures and finishing touch on the blog post.  My sweet and lovely sister, Jamiie let me borrow her computer a couple of times on our MO trip and I brought flash with my pictures so I have been able to catch up a little.  Thanks Jamiie!)  Although I have no pictures for this one as of yet.  I can't remember if these are lost or on my camera (My brother fixed it over our Christmas break so hopefully pictures will be found)

In September we joined the Williams in Orlando for the Fall Barber Shop competition.  I love love love going, so does Josh (he use to sing in choir).  The singing is so beautiful.  Landon and Arabella enjoy it a lot too.    Landon sat through quite a bit Arabella sat though a song and then would restless.  The Barber Shop group also had a TV out in the hall so it was nice to be able to listen and let the kids move about.

All the singing was beautiful as always.  The favorite was a group who did the Jungle Book song, I want to be like you.  Dad W's group did well.  They won't be competing next year, unfortunately.  We will be looking forward for to the next year.  Hopefully Josh will be able to start singing one day with Dad.  I would love for Landon and Josh to sing with Grandpa W.  The few little boys who sing are absolutely adorable! 

One, Two,......and Three! Happy birthday Landon!

Birthday breakfast

Back log Sept

September was very hectic for the Williams family.  We did manage to have a little birthday celebration for our sweet boy.  We typically have our Bible study/small group fellowship dinner on Friday nights at our house.  Since we were busy every weekend in September we couldn't go to see the grandparents to celebrate like we have in the past.  We decided to have a birthday party for Landon as part of our Bible study.  We invited a couple of friends, per Landon's request, to our normal small group.  They have been invited before but made a special effort to come for Landon's birthday.  Landon loved having some of his friends come over to play.  The night before Landon's party which fell on his actual birthday, I stayed up quite late decorating the house so Landon could wake up to a birthday celebration.  I think all parents want to make birthdays special for the little ones but I felt like Landon really needed some extra celebrating.  He is old enough to really understand what is going on and his first two birthdays Josh wasn't able to celebrate with us on his actually birthday. Plus he was a little disappointed we couldn't visit with all his grandparents and aunts and uncles. 

I asked Landon what kind of birthday he wanted.  I figured it was going to be Pixar Cars or Thomas the Train.  Especially because the weeks leading up to his birthday we had been getting kid party supply magazines filled with those two themes.  Surprisingly he asked for a orange and green party with alligators.  My first thought was "Oh okay so it will look like we are UF Gator fans who like Miami colors.  If you didn't know, Landon always says "I like orange and green not blue.  I don't like blue. Well, unless it is Gator colors."  So the week of his birthday we went to the Dollar Store and bought orange streamers and orange balloons.  Which by the way is the hardest color to find.  It was good, for Landon, that Halloween decorations were out and because there were only orange and black decorations.... so if anyone needs black balloons or streamers see me!  So our house was decorated in Lots of orange, some green and a little bit of blue (just so it didn't look too much like we were Miami fans ;)  and we had some streamers from his first birthday left over).

The gator theme of Landon's party came with his cake.  I made, all from scratch, a green gator head on a orange frosted cake.  This was the first time I had made cake and butter cream frosting from scratch.  It wasn't very hard and boy was my tummy happy.  It was work the extra work.  I don't think Cake Boss or any of those other cake places will be looking to hire me but Landon was thrilled his gator cake.

Landon woke up to his birthday decorations and presents.  He had a birthday donuts for breakfast. We watched Little Einsteins "Mission Celebration" DVD.   Little Einsteins is currently one of his favorite shows to watch.  He enjoyed his balloons and gifts from us which included Radiator Spring Lighting and big firetruck.   

Friday evening we had everyone over to enjoy a spaghetti pot luck dinner and some gator cake.  Landon enjoyed all the wonderful gifts he received! He loved that his friend came over to play!  I think he had a pretty good birthday for a 3 year old.  :)

Birthday banner and one of his birthday presents from Daddy, Mommy and Bella.

Decorations!

Per request- Orange birthday hair.  Friends:Joshua and Nate also got orange hair.

Happy Birthday Landon Gator cake!

Party time!

Spaghetti Pot luck birthday dinner

Friends and family are the best part of birthday parties!

Birthday wishes from Aunt Jessie on the phone

Birthday boy's friends

Happy Birthday to you, Landon!

Yummy cake!

Birthday Presents! Thanks everyone!!

Arabella loved the aftermath of Landon's party- Balloons!

1, 2, and 3. Landon is 3! Mommy lettter to Landon

Back log Sept

To my Sweet lovable, goofy, little boy, Landon...who isn't staying little

3 years ago my life changed.  I held in my hands a tiny little boy who I didn't know, but had worried over his health, prayed for many years before even meeting my husband, and had felt growing inside of me.  After about 11 hours of a somewhat worrisome labor, my doctor (who I love) handed me my first child.   It felt strange, I loved this little warm body in my arms but he didn't feel like he belonged to me.  I looked him over and made sure he seemed okay and told him I loved him.
Since that day I feel like that little boy is so totally mine.  Landon, you are my joy, my laughter, my smiles, my worry, and my stress. ;)

You amaze me everyday with your wit, imagination and deep empathy. Boy, do you love to joke.  You are pretty funny too.  Landon your imagination is so great unfortunately it gets carried away and you will scare yourself sometimes.  Even though we are super cautious about what we allow you to watch (when we do watch TV shows or movies which is rare).  I don't know where you come up with this stuff.  I love your awareness of people and their feelings.  I hope that you continue to allow God to use your empathy and all your other talents and weaknesses  When we read a book, or out and about you are always aware of others and their facial expressions.  I love how you try to copy facial expressions of people or characters and if you don't recognize the expression you ask what the person is thinking.

Arabella adores you and thinks you are the coolest person on the planet.  I love that you try so hard to be a good big brother.  Both Daddy and I, as the oldest siblings know that the role of oldest is a tough one at times but you do a super job.  You are typically patient and kind to Bella.  My favorite things about having you as the big brother to my little daughter are how you love to give her kisses and hugs, how when you are sad you always want her love, and how excited you get when Arabella does something well.  You are a great teacher and cheerleader.  I can only imagine that Bella will have a great love for learning and strong confidence in herself mush to do with you and how you treat her.

Some of your favorite things to do right now are draw but not color pictures, cars and trains, dress up, playing with letters, playing with you Little People Mary and Baby Jesus, swimming, and just like any other little person play outside and play with friends.

Landon I love how you are a little sponge.  I love teaching you although you resist some structured learning. Some of the things I am proud of that you know are
-numbers 1-11
-learning 1-10 in Spanish (and since I am so late posting this- he has got it down good)
-1-10 in German (He has 1-5 down now too )
-recognizes about 90% of his letter and know about 70% of the sounds the letters make
-can write about 5-8 letters although not always the best.. I love how excited you get when you purposely or accidentally write a letter.
-know all your basic shapes
-know the difference between a monkey and an ape, or a shark and a whale/dolphin and that you will correct people if they are mistaken.
-your love for drawing and making up stories to go with your drawings.. plus I think you are a pretty awesome artist for a just 3 year old.
-and much more

I think it is great that you use "big" words for a little guy.  It makes me smile and laugh when you use words like, "Actually," of course," patient," and"useful."

Landon you are such a blessing to Daddy, Arabella, and I as well as your family and friends.  I am so thankful God has given Daddy and I the responsibility of raising and teaching you.  We love you!!!!!

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Glasses?

  Back Log: Sept

Wanted: Husband's pair of glasses. Last seen right after dinner. Possible suspect: my husband (Josh Williams is always leaving them in random places). Found: by lovely wife Krystle Lynn Williams- in the sea turtle toy catch all in the tub. Likely suspect- an adorable almost 3 year old boy sleeping in the bedroom next to mine. :)

September 13 

Disney Movies

  In September we started trying to borrow Disney movies from the library and watching one once a week.  Both of us grew up watching Disney movies and have great memories.  

Here is our list for Sept and Oct.

Jungle Book, Dumbo, Mary Poppins, Toy Story (again, we have seen this one a lot since Landon has it), Cars (again, we have seen this one a lot since Landon has it), Winne the Pooh, A Tigger Movie, Pinocchio, Robin Hood, and Pete's Dragon. 

Landon loves them and always loves movie night.  He always makes us laugh but had to share the following...

While watching Disney Mary Poppins

Landon: "That doesn't happen to me when I laugh!"

We are looking forward to lots more movies and memories!

 

Landon's new....

Back log: Aug 18th

PUPPY!!

Landon kind of got a early birthday present this year. A birthday present is how we justified our rather hasty, non-responsible happily made decision.  Our friend needed to find a home for a puppy.  So... Callie found her new home with us.  She is a sweet dog and although she still is VERY much a puppy with all the trouble puppies get in she aims to please to the best of her ability.  I have my hands full to say the least with a puppy, baby, toddler (almost preschooler), dog, 2 cats and husband but it is a great handful to have.  I think that Callie will fit in nicely to our growing family.  Just like Chaing, who was also a unplanned addition, she will prove to be a great member and offer a lot of fun and love to the Williams family.

I had lots of pictures but these are the only one, I have right now.  Josh is still hoping to recover more pictures.  These were from my phone, so they are poor quality.