The Gibson Family

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Tractor Photo shoot!

What is it about those tractors that boys like? Something us gals will never understand I guess. But I know one thing, my little man loves'em. Last week, a crew was working at my in-loves' neighbor's property line and when we pulled up that morning, we saw the "Tractor". This so-called tractor automatically had Cohen's attention. After work, I arrived to have dinner at my in-loves and noticed the crew was gone but not the tractor. GG informed me that the day pretty much consisted with checking out and watching this tractor, although Cohen wasn't too big on the loud noise this tractor made. So after dinner, GG had a great idea of taking Cohen's picture with it.

Cohen wanted Daddy to join in the photo shoot fun!

Like Father, Like Son!

Wednesday, June 10, 2009

A Great Time with Great Friends!

This past Saturday, we headed over to The Blanton's lovely home to enjoy some terrific food and a good time with some of my girls and their families. Lindsay prepared a yummy mexican fiesta with key lime pie for dessert. We had a great time hanging out, chatting with one another and playing with the kids. Thank you Linds and Freddie for having us over and we look forward to more of these get togethers in the future (of course, we will not allow you to do all the cooking - lol)!!!!

"The Girls"

Kristen, Crystal, Lindsay & me

"Gibson Fam""The Blantons"
Freddie and Lindsay"The Galloways"
Crystal, Lil' Tritt and Jason

"The Chandlers"
Brent, Miss Reese, Kristen and Miss Alli "Alli and Cohen loving the tractor"
"Tritt and Cohen playing ball"

"The kiddos racing"

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Empty Room

The "Big Boy Room" is officially cleaned out and ready to begin. Since we were getting the carpet cleaned this past Saturday, I decided last week to order the bed. However, of course I would be told that the bed is on back order. It's not that I am in a big rush to need it or anything but it does hold up from deciding where other things need to be placed. Good news is that the bed should be in sometime in July.

Until then, we are moving forward with adding a ceiling fan and a ClosetMaid Organizer Kit. I would loved to have installed one of those really nice closet kits with drawers, etc. but found that it was really expensive. We really needed something besides a single shelf. Something that would offer different lengths for hanging and places for some cute totes for storage but most importantly, a reasonable price.

An idea that I had found and thought would be neat is painting a small section on one of the walls with chalkboard paint trimmed with some simple chair rail moulding. Later on down the road, add some cork board so that Cohen can display some of his art work from school. I am just hoping that it turns out like I envisioned it to be.

I will admit that I am little nervous about the completion of this room. More so because I have already invested and purchased items over the past year which have been stored. Items that can not be returned. And now that I get to pull them out and start placing in the room, I am worried that it will not look good. I am trying not to overdo it and crowd the room with too much stuff so hopefully when all is said and done, it turns out a cute room and a room that Cohen will grow to ENJOY!

Thursday, June 4, 2009

My Pool Boys

The pool is officially open at the Gibson household. And I have a good feeling this is where you will find my two boys every week day and weekend that is allowed.

The word "Pool" was mentioned to Cohen when I went to pick him up on Monday and he was excited. He talked about it all the way home and when we arrived, straight to the door he went hollering for daddy. Daddy was already enjoying the water so Mommy had to hurry and get little man ready to join.

Cohen loves the water and apparently is not scared to jump in. The boy gave us a little scare a few times so we thought we better purchase a life jacket.

Although we have to deal with a little fussiness to get Cohen out of the pool, I am very glad that he is not afraid of the water and seeing the smiles while the boys play is PRICELESS!!!

My Lack of Blogging

It has been 10 days since I have posted anything and I really don't have any excuses, I just haven't had much to blog about. Since I am not a creative writer like all the "Great Bloggers" that I follow, it is hard for me to just sit down and type away. I need to have something to really blog about and it appears that not much has been going on.

Last week, Cohen went to stay with Grandma and Papa for a few days, which I may add this took place two weeks in a row. He was gone for 3 days at a time and it was a nice break. I had all these plans to be able to get some things done and let's just say, that DID NOT happen. It appears that the so-called Lazy Bug got a hold of me and would not let me go. Very disappointed with myself but the break was nice! As hard as it use to be, I am very glad that I can now allow myself to let Cohen go away for a few days or even just one night. Every Mommy and Daddy needs a break!

One thing that we are still getting use to is the fact that our Bogey is gone. We officially said good-bye to him last Monday night. It really was a hard decision to make and I truly wish we had other options but we think it is for the best. We have received good reports from the new family and hearing that Bogey is doing really well.

Last weekend, Charlie and I, along with my mom, participated in the Community Yard Sale in our neighborhood. From the change of some decor in the house and clearing out the guest bedroom, we had plenty of things to sell. We were a little nervous that it wouldn't go over that well and probably wouldn't make much but we were wrong. We made $274.50!!! And boy, was I excited! Deciding to do the sale along with the neighborhood was a great idea. We had crowds of people and we didn't have to advertise which was nice.

Later that day, Cohen attended a 1st birthday party for a sweet little boy, Lucas. I wasn't feeling that good so Charlie, along with GG and Pops, took him and he seemed to have a great time!

It still amazes me each time a new month arrives. And I cant believe June is here. Sometimes I feel like it was just February. I am excited that June has arrived even if my white self still has not acquired a tan yet. We have just a little over 3 weeks until the Beach trip and I am so ready for it! Although I wish it was time to pack our bags and go, I know once it arrives, it will fly by too!

I hope June is starting off wonderfully for everyone and just maybe this month, I will have some things to start blogging about!!!! :-)