Greetings from 2013!

Hello long lost friends and family. Or maybe I'm the one that's been lost. I know it's been a while since the last post, but rest assured, I haven't been resting. Wildman started Kindergarten and Tater Tot is just blooming into a wild rose.

 We bought Suge's grandmother's house and are in the process of remodeling. Our house is on the market and really, need I say more?

xoxo. -Mama Stone

Italy & Greece 101

You thought I was going to give you a quick lesson on my summer trip to Italy and Greece? 

No, I was just stating the temperature while we were there. 

That's me and my elementary-high school classmate Heather in Athens. 

We had a fabulous time and learned WAY more than should be allowed on one trip.  

My advice, don't wait. These trips won't get any easier. 

The King's Birthday.

I remember a little bit about when he was born. I was 5 you know. Not all memories were lost during college.  Anyway, I remember getting a giant doll, that could wear my baby clothes. I guess this was my consolation prize. If nothing else, I could play house with all the "stuff" Mom had gotten as gifts for this new family member. I also remember all the years following that we fought and argued. I barely remember playing together peacefully. But I wouldn't trade him for a prize of any kind these days. He's grown into a wonderful person, husband and friend. He's loyal and sarcastic, both to a fault. But I will admit he's mine. Baby Brother turned 30 in June.

Photo Update

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The busiest four months of our lives.

(Wildman is now registered for Kindergarten) 

xoxo.

Mama Stone

2012

I am already so tired of hearing New Year, New You. Aren't you?

But...if we are going to talk about new year resolutions let me suggest a book, 52 Small Changes, One Year to a Happier, Healthier You, written by Brett Blumenthal. So far I've really enjoyed it. I have to say, if all I stick to by reading this book is drinking more water, than so be it. It was worth the download.

A couple of years ago about this time Suge and I took a trip to Boston, to clear our minds OR to order room service and stay in bed and watch t.v. YOU DECIDE. Anyway, it snowed about 9" while we were there and was absolutely wonderful. It was amazing how the city just kept going and so did we. We hiked that city up one side and down the other, in the snow and freezing temps. It was heaven.

Here's hoping for a few snow days around these parts this year!

Happy New Year!

-Mama Stone

And he's 5...

I remember being so anxious and ready for my little bundle of joy!

The night before, Suge took video of me and all my bellyness.

I was up at 11, but let Suge sleep.

We checked into the hospital around noon the next day.

My 8 pound sweetheart was born at 4:52 p.m. on a Wednesday.

It's been an exciting, scary, up and down, roller coaster ride ever since.

Happy Birthday to my Wildman.

Christmas Greetings!

With all the holiday parties, shopping, hustling and bustling it's easy to forget what Christmas is all about.

Take a moment.

And remember.

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

XOXO,

Mama Stone