Twice Blessed

Turning One With Great Friends

Auntie Lindsey and Carson

Stacie, who will give Carson a boy playmate in August. We can't wait!

"Thanks Stacie and Nik for bringing all the fun balloons!"

Thank you Shannon for showing Carson a new book.

Jen and Carson enjoying the colorful balloons.

Malia, you look so much like your Daddy. Kevin, thanks for coming, even if Lisa couldn't. You make a great date for your precious daughter!

Fun to meet you Courtney. Come visit again!

Jen, you will always be Kristin's favorite........

Tiffany -- your family is adorable (even husband, Shannon).

Those daughters, Memphis and Odessa will be fun playmates for Carson and Ruby.

"We want more playdates!"

Jessica - can I wear your hat? Thanks for

coming and bringing your family. Maybe we can play

together soon.

Lil Deb -- you are always welcome. I'm so glad you

got to meet Gretchen. You and her are

cut out of the same fabric!

Melissa -- Carson wants to hang out with you.

You are so much fun!

QUICK. GET FAMILY PHOTOS BEFORE THE PARTY BEGINS.

Carson and Ruby turned one on June 6th with a grand party with friends and family. We tried to get a few photos before the festivities got underway and the kids got wild with excitement.

Sweet Vintage Dress

This little blue cordoroy dress was first worn by Grammy Julee when she was one. Kristin was photographed for her first birthday wearing it. Auntie Kat also wore this dress. Now Ruby has her turn.

Not too bad for being 56 years old! I bet Grammy Julee wasn't holding a cell phone when her parents photographed her!

I'm One and I'm Cool!

WOW! THE BALLOON SAYS I'M ONE! MUST BE SO.....

Now that I'm one, I'm really cool! (Thanks Jake for sharing your shades) But, I wouldn't be nearly so cool if it weren't for my Nanny Rachael!

Opening Birthday Gifts

Gretchen (TeeTeeGee) Comes to Help Celebrate

Our dear friend, Gretchen (heretofore known as TeeTeeGee), surprised us by flying up to help with the twin's birthday parties. She lovingly spent most of her time in the kitchen, preparing, serving and cleaning up. Of course all the food she made was the best and got so many compliments from the party attenders and us!

Here are a few shots of the twins getting to know her and she enjoying them. (Note Ruby's feet/toes in the photo above!)

Trucker Carson -- Mr. Busy

Rockin' Ridin' Ruby

First Spaghetti

Kristin made healthy rice spaghetti noodles for the babies for their first taste of pasta. They had fun trying to eat it, and Sonny had fun cleaning up the floor when they were done! I'm sure it will be much more fun when she allows them to have the sauce with meatballs!

Backyard Fun!

With the weather getting hotter, the twins are enjoying their backyard pool! Carson does his usual, crawl in, crawl out, etc. He even figured out how to let the plug out and drain the water!