Megan's Shower

On Saturday, we got to celebrate the pregnancy of my sister-in -law, Megan. (She is married to Tom's brother, Walter)

Their baby, Jackson Barnard Louis, is due the end of October.

It was such a special shower for such a special friend.

We found some bible verses that pertained to being a mom, children, and encouragement, and put them in an album. To start the shower, we had the 2 moms and 2 grandmothers each read a verse to Megan. Then during the shower, guests wrote their own words of encouragement to add to the album.

Decorations


This was my first attempt working with fondant.
And if it hadn't been for Kate (who made me stick my arms (up to my elbows) under the cake with her), it would have been on cardboard, not the fancy platter... there was much stress in doing that.


Cute, cute party favors.

I have to give a shout out to Mary Pat for this great idea.
We printed out cards with Jackson's initials, due date, and a bible verse and inserted them into magnetic frames.
The guests were instructed to take one to put on their refrigerator as a reminder to pray for Megan, Jackson, and Walter.





These flowers were "embellished" with notes from Walter to Megan saying why he thinks she will be a great mom, and then we also put baby pics of Walter into the flowers.







The yummy food



Megan's nieces from both sides of the

family (sans Isabelle, who was not able to make it)

Megan opening the hostess gift... her travel system

Checking out her sweet notes from her husband

The Hostesses

L-R, Alex, Kate, Jennifer, Megan, Michelle, Meredith,

Me, Mary Pat

Our family

We are so excited for Megan and Walter! They are going to be wonderful parents to Baby Jackson!

A Cool Thursday

Earlier this month (like, way earlier- July 9th), Tom and I went to the Dallas Arboretum to celebrate our 6th anniversary (June 28th). The Arboretum has an event called "Cool Thursdays" where people can bring their dinners and enjoy music every Thursday during the summer into the fall.

We stopped off at Eatzi's in Dallas and got some delicious dinner to take with us.

I love me some Billy Joel, and we got to see a Billy Joel "tribute" band.

The happy couple
Thanks Tom for taking me and thanks Kate and Brent for watching Henry!

Wild Weekend!

On Saturday, Henry and I went to Shreveport for a long weekend.

We had many things on our itinerary, but first we stopped by my sister's house to say hello and for Henry to take a nap.

Henry, still in his PJ top, and Madeline, in who knows what, taking a spin around the yard.

Later that day, we went to Thomas' 1st Birthday Party.
Thomas- such a handsome boy!
He had such a ball at his birthday party!

The Blancher Family


There was a "ball" theme.
And what's a ball theme without SnoBalls ?!?
Henry loved them and gave himself a lemon-lime mustache.


Our friends, the Barkers


Henry had a great time jumping in the bounce house.

Looks like Henry and Audrey were on a date.

Maybe one day he'll play....

Going down the slide

All the kiddos

So, don't let these pics of Henry smiling fool you. He was actually a mess at the party (nap at my sister's didn't go so well). After everyone left, I gave him a bath and put him down... and had a relaxing time visiting with Kristen and her family.

The party was a success!

Great job, Kristen and Adam!



On Sunday, we went to church with my sister, her family, and my mom.

That afternoon, Elizabeth's small group came over, and we enjoyed hamburgers, more sno-cones, and more bounce house fun. (no pics)

Sweet little Sarah Grace






Sunday night, Sarah, Leif, and Baby Liam came into town.

(They are moving from DC to Austin)

Precious Little Liam

Monday morning, Henry got to meet his cousin.




Monday night, Sarah, Elizabeth and Chris, and I (with our kiddos) brought dinner over to our grandmother's house.

G-Mom holding Liam and Henry trying to show her his truck.

Madeline likes to be "motherly" to Henry

Elizabeth and Sarah Grace

Newborn cousins- 5 weeks apart- same size

(Liam on left, Sarah Grace on right)

While Liam and Sarah Grace were laying there peacefully, we tried to get a Lagersen cousin picture. Poor Liam- at least you can see his sweet feet!

Attempt #2- Henry kept trying to poke Liam's eyes out.

He needs to get over that by January!

And on Tuesday we headed back home... exhausted!

15 months

Earlier this week, Henry went for his 15 month checkup.

33 1/2 inches tall
25 lbs

X-tra large head
(don't remember the exact size)



The doctor was asking me questions about Henry's development.
When he asked me if Henry says "mama" and "dada" to the correct parent, I said, "Well..."
2 seconds later, Henry pointed at my doctor (who looks a little like Al Roker) and said, "Mama!"
Luckily, when the doctor asked Henry where his Mama was, he correctly pointed to me... Whew!



Loves to :
climb on things
read books
throw balls
play with cars and trucks
point to his teeth, ears, nose, and belly button

Henry isn't too interested in saying actual words. He's not that bad at imitating animals, though. I caught this on video today while we were playing outside.

(waddling for penguin and getting stung in the neck by the bee)

(Sorry for the annoying voice)

Cinco de Mayo

(On Cinco de Mayo 2009,

the Louis household had it's own reason to celebrate...)

Waiting for Daddy to come home...

H- "Hey Daddy! I've got something to show you!"


T-"What do you have there, Henry?"



T-"Was that what I thought it was?"

H-"Look what Mommy peed on!"

T-"Son, this plus sign means you will have a baby brother or sister!"

H-"What??"

T-"Yep, Henry. On January 14th, 2010, your life will change..."

(Stick was thoroughly cleansed with a bleach wipe before handling:)