It’s been a while… sorry to all of our adoring fans Haha, does anyone read this?

All is well, great actually, just busy!

They say a picture is worth a thousand words… so check out our gallery to catch up on the latest happenings!

What are you thankful for?

I am thankful for Zach’s first Father’s Day and for my daddy too

There’s two things I know for sure, she was sent here from heaven and she’s daddy’s little girl – Butterfly Kisses

Yesterday was my first Mother’s Day.  Being a mom definitely makes me appreciate my mom more than ever. I am very lucky to have such a wonderful example.

This weekend we celebrated twice!  Saturday we had lunch with Zach’s mom at BJ’s Brewhouse- very tasty. Sunday my mom and brother came over to our house for lunch (restaurants are always too crazy on Mother’s Day!)  We grilled pizza! My dad is on a trip to Asia but called from Skype to say howdy.  Have you used Skype?  The video calls are awesome.  Caroline is fascinated by the light on the webcam.

Zach (and Caroline) gave me a Beaba Baby Cook for Mother’s Day.  It is an amazing 4-in-1 invention that is a steamer, blender, warmer and defroster to prepare fresh, healthy meals for baby. Caroline just started eating rice cereal and I have been really interested in making baby food for her.  It is healthier, fresher and just better than jarred baby food.

The best part about my gift is that when I unwrapped it Zach said, “I know it is kind of like a blender.” I said, “So?”  He then explained that he hoped I like the gift because of the blender scene in the Father of the Bride. In the movie, Brian gives Annie a blender for their 8 month anniversary so she can make her favorite shakes, but she sees it as a sign that he wants her to be a typical 1950′s wife and freaks out. I love my present more than ever because he thought of that movie and wanted to make sure I liked it.  I have been talking about making my own baby food since Caroline was born and can’t wait to get started.  I love you more than words Hubby

What are you thankful for? I am thankful for a wonderful first mother’s day and the blessing of my mom and all of the moms in my life.

Caroline ate rice cereal for the first time. She didn’t love it or hate it at first- just funny faces and curious tongue. Pics coming soon.

We started running as a family. We are getting ready for a 5K on June 5th.  It feels good to run again! I haven’t run since before my liver resection in 2008.  Zach is feeling more like running since he has started allergy shots.  Caroline has a snazzy jogging stroller from my boss.  It’s nice to get out as a family and exercise.

I’m back to meal planning after a crazy, busy April.  Check out this great site- http://www.kraftrecipes.com/recipes/dinner/1Bag5Dinners/ Everything you need for the week fits in 1 shopping bag.  The recipes are easy and tasty. So far we have had the Classic One Dish Chicken Bake with Stuffing (with light ingredients- slightly healthier- maybe) and we made the Italian Chicken Tomato Pasta Toss (with wheat noodles) for lunch with Zach’s mom on Saturday. So far so good.

May has already been very productive. We cleaned the garage, started exercising, got back to meal planning, Zach finished the stone wall around our flower beds (now time to add flowers)!

What are you thankful for?  I am thankful for exercise, meal planning, family and being outside!

• Easter- Caroline looked so cute in her pink dress from Great Grandma and Grandpa
• Dinner with Friends at our house- we grilled pizza! Fancy and very tasty.
• Block Party – met lots of new neighbors
• Trip to Midland to visit Great Grandma and Grandpa
• My brother’s 25th Birthday!
• Thomas and Janelle’s wedding in Houston
• Caroline met Great Grandma Lorene, saw Grandpa Smith and Judi and Aunt JSMO and Josh again
• Aggie Muster with friends at Babe’s Chicken
• Back to Houston for Erik and Katey’s wedding
• Caroline met Aunt Sally and cousins Lauren, Mike and Shae
• Astros game with Aunt JSMO and Josh- they lost, but she looked cute
• 4 month check up 14 pounds 7 ounces; 25 inches long- 65th percentile. Healthy and Growing!
• I’ve been back at work for about a month and a half- 2 days a week and my mom watches C
• Busy, busy!  Can you believe that it is already May?

April 2010 Snapshots

More pictures in our gallery.

We took a trip to Houston for a friend’s wedding and visiting Zach’s Grandma Lorene.  She was very excited to meet Caroline!  Four generations! More pictures in our gallery.

Meeting Great G&G

Great Grandma Lorene Smith

Caroline didn’t get pinched today thanks to the McEldowney’s.  They sent her this adorable outfit with Lucky Charm bib!  She was moving so fast that her arms and legs are blurry in the picture!

What are you thankful for?  I am thankful for our lucky charm and daily blessings

What are you thankful for?  I am thankful for great friends, sunglasses, Caroline and tulips!

Moms and Strollers

Eating my hand

Tulips

Caroline & Jess & Tulips

Zach’s dad and his wife Judi came to meet Caroline for the first time.  It was so great to have them visit for the weekend! Caroline loved doing her tricks (singing, push ups and smiling).

My cousin-in-law Marissa and Aubree came to visit on Sunday for Chicken Parmesan lunch.  Aubree (3 years old) was so cute with Caroline.  She sang Twinkle Twinkle Little Star to her and colored a picture for the fridge. Sooo cute! We can’t wait for Caroline to meet the rest of the Lundbergs and my grandparents too.  Say an extra prayer for my Grandpa Pat.  He has been struggling to get over pneumonia and is in the hospital this week to help speed up his recovery.  Hopefully he will be healthy soon so Caroline can meet Great Grandpa Pat and Great Grandma Marianna!

Grandpa Smith

Judi & Caroline

C & Marissa & Aubree