Life is Busy

So, life has been extremely busy over the summer months. I couldn't really tell you that we've done much because we haven't. We haven't traveled at all this year, we didn't accomplish something huge with school, our 2 year old is still too young for school. What have we done you ask? Well, Joe has been working so many side jobs this year that we've have been able to pay off ALL of Enoch's hospital bills. WOOHOO! That is a huge accomplishment. We were also able to pay off a few credit cards. Now we're left with about 3 cards and slowly getting those wiped away. Our plan is to get that debt taken care of so we can buy our very own HOUSE. The market is perfect for home buyers and for first time home buyers! We're very excited and anxious and just really can't wait.

I have slowly but surely been working through school. Its just difficult when you have a 2 year old. I know, tons of mothers do it everyday but I have a hard time focusing to begin with. My goal is to finish before the end of the year and hopefully be working from home by the beginning of the year. Wish me luck!

Joe is just work, work, work. He is slowly moving up the ladder in his company. He is supervising the job they are on now and its a pretty big job. I know I'm proud of him for taking on so much and making it seem effortless and I sincerely hope his Bosses are feeling the same. He is a great husband and wonderful father. Enoch and I both jump for joy when he comes home everyday. Enoch gets his wrestle time and I get my hugs and kisses time. We love Joe and all that he does for us everyday.

Enoch is just growing up so fast. He still speaks his own language most of the time but its so gosh darn cute. He is saying a lot more understandable words and that is fun as well. His personality blossoms more and more everyday and he is such a huge helper. He is currently obsessed with elephants. It started with Dumbo and Horton Hears a Who and has graduated to 10,000 BC. I KNOW, the movie is PG-13! We had to quickly find an alternative to that. He now watches a Disney movie called Whispers with REAL elephants and loves it. He also enjoys anything National Geographic or Discovery channel about El's (as he calls them). Joe and I also made the mistake of showing him some videos on YouTube of El's. Now whenever I am on the computer he comes up behind me and says, "Mommy! Do Els! Do Els!". We often have to tell him the Els are sleeping and he's satisfied with that.

So, thats what we've been up to for a while. We did do a fishing trip with Enoch in July? I think? I can't remember. I would have pictures but it was raining most of the time and I didn't want to pull the camera out. We are planning on getting Enoch's 2 year photos done and some family photos so just be patient! :D

Family Visit

So - my Uncle Jeff and Aunt Nicki were in town a few weeks ago for a reunion of sorts and to visit us! It was good seeing them. This photo is from the dinner we all went to and the cute little waitress was kind enough to take our photo. It was a Mexican restaurant in Castle Rock (Carlos Miguel's I think?) and it was delicious!

Top Row - Left to Right - Enoch, Dad, Josh, Lauren, Natalie, Joe, Hayley.
Bottom Row - Eli, Alana, Nicki, Jeff, Mom, Jackson.

The Big Boy Bed

When Enoch turned 2, it was decided that he needed a big boy bed. His Tutu-Lani has been thanked for the wonderful bed. Enoch was so excited and was a great helper while Daddy assembled the bed.

You can tell how happy he was by the shear joy on his face throughout the process. :D Enoch we love you!

Cambree Comes to Visit!

SO! Joe's cousin Eve was in town last weekend for some family time. We were so excited to meet the latest addition to the Stroud/Doxey family. Cambree is 6 months old and just gorgeous! I was a little nervous with Enoch being around her because he hasn't been around too many "little" babies. Just kids his age or older. The first day was SO nerve wracking! He just didn't seem to understand that if he swung toys around her, they could possibly hit her! Or, that he couldn't tackle a 6 month old! After day one, he warmed up to her and just loved playing with her. They had a blast. He soon found that he enjoyed making her laugh and kissing her. He's very sweet! Here are a few photos.

I'm IT!

I'm IT!

Thanks David For tagging me. I wasn't going to make a post today but he did comment on my hair so I feel I must post. :D

Here are the rules:
1. You link back to the person who tagged you
2. Post these rules on your blog
3. Share six unimportant things about yourself
4. Tag six random people at the end of your entry
5. Let the tagged people know by leaving a comment on their blogs
6. Enjoy the results!

One: When the volume on a stereo is numbered, when I turn the volume up or down, it HAS to be an even number.

Two: I absolutely hate snakes. Cannot stand them. Ask Joe. When we were dating, we went to the Denver Zoo together and checked out Tropical Discovery. Well, as soon as you walk in the door, there is a huge bronze statue of a snake and guess what? I ran out the door crying. Joe thought I was crazy.

Three: I have to sleep on my left side....its just the most comfortable position for me! It drives Joe crazy because he loves to cuddle and I normally sleep on the left side of the bed so I face away from him. Oops.

Four: David - since you wrote about stitches here, I will too!! When I was about 4 or 5, I fell off the top bunk bed and somehow ripped the tissue from my lower jaw from the gum. I had to get ten stitches on my gum and one in my lip. I slept through the whole thing. :D

Five: This is kind of embarrassing but I love mermaids. I have since I was little. Couldn't tell you what it is. If I see mermaid stuff, I have to get it. Weird, I know.

Six: I love munching on my son's cheeks or ears. I would say I love to do it to Joe but he hates it and Enoch actually lets me. :D
Have fun with this - I tag -
Mandi
Sarah
Anne-Marie
Becca

No She Didn't...

Yes, I chopped my hair off. Everyone has been shocked but it just needed to go. Too much dead stuff!

Long Time No See?

Hey...so it's been a while since we've posted. Life has just been insane lately! Enoch's birthday was last month, along with his cousin's Brody & Hayley. Along with party planning, I had to speak in church (AAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!), we were out of town for the 4th of July (fishing in Fairplay), Joe was working around 80 hours a week and Enoch and I were running all over town on errands. It seemed a lot crazier when we were in the midst of it. Now things have slowed down and I can actually POST! So enjoy the posts to come. :D

Enoch's Birthday Bash!

Thanks to everyone who came to celebrate Enoch!!!
We're glad you could come and we had a blast with ya!
Here's a preview of the festivities!
(it is a loooong slide show so only watch if you have time)

Enoch is 2!

Happy Birthday Enoch!
The family party celebrated at home. We had just gotten back from Kung Fu Panda!

=D

You know, when you have a two year old, you never really know what to expect everyday. Here is how Joe and I found Enoch this morning.



Ready for the day in his lovely sun hat (papa's sun hat).