If I Could

Friends,

Tonight I literally said to myself:

"It hasn't been that long since I blogged".  Turns out it's been since November which means I'm way behind.

My commitment to you then loyal readers is a glorious month.

I hereby say "March will be the month of ATONEMENT" (but don't forget this is still February and counts for my once per month commitment).

Also, since I'm in such a rush to get this up there's a good chance that Anna takes this particular post down.

Yup, I'm going rogue people.  No approval.

Anyhow, know how normal guys have a "list"?

A list of those 5 most "kissable" ladies on the planet (and by kiss I mean a "G" rated peck)?

I also have a list...only it's a little bit different.

I don't spend my time day dreaming about smooching Jennifer Aniston or Angelina Jolie.

No, I dream about other things, and that friends what this post is all about.

In descending order, these are the people I most want to fight.

Before I get to the nitty gritty, I feel I should set some ground rules about my list.

1)  It can be anyone in the history of the world
2)  It can be anyone in the history of the fictional world
3)  Societal rules about physical interaction with the elderly or women are OK

Here we go:

5)  Eve

Really?  Thanks a lot.  For a frickin apple?  If it was a chicken wing I'd totally be on your side.

4)  Mr. Belding

Tell me you didn't watch one episode of Saved By The Bell and not want to kick his AZZY.

Seriously, without Belding Saved By The Bell probably lands on HBO.  Think of Entourage on steroids.

Can you even imagine what Morris and Slater would have pulled without Mr. Belding holding them back?

3)  Abraham Lincoln

Listen, I fully agree with you that he's probably the greatest human being in the U. S. of A.'s history.

That friends...is the appeal.

Do you have any idea how much cooler I'd be if I could tell everyone that I opened a can of HOO RAH on Lincoln?

Also, tall gangly dudes with full man beards scream grit so you know you're getting an entertaining brawl.

2)  Mr. Miyagi

Again, a total awe fight.  I know I have no chance but I'd feel the need to try.  It's the same thing as people that continue buying lottery tickets.

Because what if?

1b)  Mariah Carey

Let me say first I'm not even sure she's alive.  There's a good chance she's the beginning of the robot takeover.

In case that's actually true...I've got this.

In case it's not I don't have to explain to you how much she needs to stop talking.

Ryder at a half a year

Ryder turned 6 months old a couple weeks ago!  Obviously time is flying by since I haven't even had time to write his 6 month post!

Tricks: putting his feet in his mouth, pouting, sitting up when he wants to, rolling from stomach to back, takes his socks off, and making lots of new faces.

Eating:  Ryder is still just being nursed and we haven't started any solids yet.  He eats every 2 hours for mom but will go up to 3 hours for Grandma Decker.

Sleeping: Ryder has gone backwards in his sleeping again.  I'm not sure why he sleeps good for awhile and then reverts back, but it is sure frustrating.  I just keep trying to remind myself that this season in our lives will pass and someday I will miss my babies needing me so much.  Ha, I'm totally just saying that to make myself feel better....I will never miss these all nighters...ugghhh.  So, he is up about 3 times a night which averages out to 3 hour stretches for me if Rilyn doesn't get up also.
He naps good still though!  Gotta count my blessings :)

Stats: Ryder weighs 18lbs 3 oz which puts him in the 60% and his height is 27 1/4 inches long which puts him in the 75%.  He is wearing 9 - 12 month clothing.  He is definitely not chunky all over like Rilyn was but his thighs have about 4 amazingly cute rolls!

He loves to be held and played with.  He listens to stories and likes singing songs with his sister.  He plays with toys well and really likes the dogs.  He is such a cute little boy and we just love his smile.  He is still a snuggler and would be more than happy to fall asleep in my arms everyday at nap time if I would let him.

"Look mom I can take my socks off!"

Rilyn doesn't love to squeeze her brother or anything...

Roses Are Red, Violets Are Blue....

We celebrated Valentine's Day the usual Decker way around here....take out Chinese food, a bottle of wine, ice cream, and lots of love!

We hope everyone else got a little love today!

Yep...she's sitting on Ryder's lap I couldn't talk her out of it

"The timeless art of seduction"

Rilyn's Two So Why Not Celebrate with a Zoo!

A couple weeks ago we celebrated Rilyn's 2nd birthday and of course we couldn't think of  a better theme than a zoo theme for our zoo loving 2 year old!

We had some animal themed decortions

 Some animal themed food

veggie cups, cheetah cheese and crackers, elephant eggs

Kangaroo Kabobs

Our "Do Not Feed the Animals Sign" as well as our "Watering Hole"

Lion Cake and Popcorn Boxes

We had lots of friends and family join us and spoil Rilyn.  It was a great evening and Rilyn loved her zoo!

measuring Rilyn for her zoo skirt my mom made that morning!

Good Morning!

Good morning, yummy morning, blessed morning, beautiful morning!

Montana came to us....

Last week my sister, her kids, and my parents came to visit.  My sister had appointments for Mashaela and MaKenna scheduled which worked out for perfect timing for Rilyn's birthday.

Both Mashaela and MaKenna are doing well and MaKenna's latest scans came back clear!!

We had lots of fun swimming, eating out, and being treated to the aquarium.  Papa is such a sucker and even let each of the kids pick out anything from the gift shop.

Tasha's kids are so good with Rilyn and Ryder and really do love their cousins.  On the way down the kids even bought Rilyn gifts at the gas station with their own money.  It's so cute and we love spending time with them.

2 Years Old!!!

On January 21st, Rilyn turned 2!  It seems impossible that she is already two.  It seems like she has been in our life forever yet the 2 years she has been in our lives has flown by.  Rilyn is such a joy keeps us smiling all the time.

At 2 years old  - - - -
Favorite things are:  people (anyone that will play with her), animals, playing on the IPAD, playing with her babies, reading books, being outside, and singing and dancing.

Favorite foods: anything sweet, eggs, beans, dried fruits/veggies, cheesy pasta, and fruit of any kind.

Newest skills: going on the potty!!! sleeping in a bed, jumping, throwing great tantrums, and lots and lots of talking.

At her wellness visit she is doing everything a typical 2 year old should be doing.  She is still on the bigger side weighing 31 lbs 1 ounce (95%) and measuring 35 inches (80%).  She is still a great eater; although, is becoming a little more picky.  She is definitely at the stage where she is just too busy too eat.

We are blessed to have such a smart, healthy, fun, and loving little girl.

On her actual birthday, Tyler took the day off and we took her out to breakfast and let her order a milkshake, went to the zoo, and then met Grandma and Grandpa Decker as well as Gigi for dinner!  It was a busy and fun day.

The girl still LOVES the zoo and asks to go there most days.