SNOW in FLORIDA?!?

We had some snow!!! It only lasted a few hours and it didn't stay on the ground, but it sure was an exciting afternoon. We even took a quick trip up to Dothan, Alabama to see some on the ground. Of course I (Matt) have been through some harsh snow in Illinois, but it has been a while since I have seen it falling like this! We scrambled to get some video and pictures before it stopped.
I think the news said it has been 17 years since the last "big" snow in this area. Great family time! We are looking forward to more adventures!

Good Time Update

Chelsea and I can sit around in the evenings and laugh until Addison goes to bed. She makes funny noises, faces, and has many other new tricks. It has truly been an amazing journey as we have watched her grow and develop. God is so amazing and we don't deserve such a rich blessing. We wanted to share some of the funny stuff she does. She may only be one year old, but she is a sponge! She is watching our every move.

Enjoy this little snippet of some things she has learned recently.

Yes, a little sign-language. She's getting the hang of it.

Say Cheeeeeese!

It was her idea!

All in all, we like to laugh and have a good time. I am thankful that I am able to be home in the evenings. I try to soak it all up.

Christmas Time!!!

It is hard to believe that last year Addison was six pounds and wrapped in a tiny blanket. This year was a totally different story. This year she was able to be more involved with all the activities. We went to our Christmas Eve service at FBC and then to Nana's and Papa's for our family get-together.
This year there are two more little ones on their laps. Logan and Mason are trying to figure out what is going on.

Little Addison was dressed like she was going to the Royal Ball. Too bad she ate one of the jewels off of her dress!
This Yo Gabba Gabba paper didn't stand a chance.

Big Girl carseat and Christmas Lights

We took a trip to DeFuniak Springs to see some Christmas lights. That day also marked the first time Addison got to ride in her "Big Girl" car seat. Yes, she is able to face forward and watch movies!
This is her glued to the movie

This is on I-10! She's out and not used to the head situation.

This is after we were in DeFuniak. She had a great power nap. She is still feeling the effects of nap time!


We met up with our friends, the Hogg family. Caleb, Melinda, Makayla, and Abigail. They have been a blessing to us and we enjoy spending time with them and Addison always has fun with the girls.
This little rascal really enjoys running from adults. She's quick and sneaky. This is a rare photo of her posing for the camera.

Happy 1st Birthday Addison!!!

Well, the time has come for us to celebrate Addison's first birthday! Yeah, we are still trying to figure out where the last year went. We had an amazing time with family and friends at Uncle Seamus and Aunt Katie's house. Thanks you guys!!
Before the festivities started, Addie and I took a pre-party nap. It had been a busy day already. A few trips to Marianna and many other things. Needless to say, it was a much needed snooze and we got up ready to go.

Addison is not shy when it comes to digging into stuff. She had a great time going through the bags and tissue paper. And yes, she may have looked at a few gifts. It is true that she is more interested in the trash than the toy.


This is a common look from our little bundle of joy. She gets excited and makes this face quite often. She must have gotten something she really wanted....... a box!!!




A look of confusion and utter disbelief. She could not believe we were giving her this chunk of delicious cake for her to destroy.



No need to describe this one. Although she did not tear up the icing and cake like we thought.




We want to thank Aunt Jenilee and Aunt Katie and Nana and the others who helped make this party happen.


Custom made party decorations by Aunt Jenilee! They were a hoot!



The little princess in her birthday girl chair! She is an amazing little girl!!!


This is Addison on the morning of her actual birthday. She is super excited! I think she is sneaking a peak at some cartoons.

Addison's New Hobbie. . .

. . . crawling underneath the microwave stand. I moved the baby food jars that she is always playing with over to another basket, and she thinks she has to climb underneath and reach across the empty basket to get them. Silly girl!

Fall Festival at FBC

Tonight was Addison's first Fall Festival at church. She had a blast walking around, visiting with the other kids, and enjoying and dancing to the puppet music. There ended up being over 1,000 people there that night, PRAISE GOD! All the grand kids dressed up as the 5 Little Indians for the occasion. We had a great time!