Yes, I have to start with WOW once again. This month has literally been a whirlwind. It started from Black Friday and has literally not stopped since. For starters, we began the month of December off by hosting my best friend Candice's baby shower. Or should I say BABIES shower. Yes, Candice and her hubby David are expecting TWIN BOYS early this spring. It was of great pleasure to plan this shower for Candice. She did an amazing job planning and hosting my shower, so I was ever so eager to get hers under way. The theme was "Boy Oh Boy, Twice the Joy". We had a great turn out and everyone seemed to really enjoy themselves. Candice was so happy by all the surprises, especially the favors for the guests. I had a great idea to "re create" her wedding favors by custom ordering Jones Soda bottles with pictures of the ultrasounds, etc. The favors were a hit! Oh and speaking of surprises, I had a great surprise myself when I went to the airport thinking I was picking up my mom's best friend Bea from Oklahoma City. Turned out "B" stood for Brooke, who surprised Candice and I by flying down all the way from Charlotte for the shower. It was a great surprise, and was the cherry on top of a wonderful weekend.
Another exciting event this month was the arrival of baby #2 at the Shipley house! Our dear friends Brandon and Becky welcomed an adorable little boy on December 14th. We couldn't wait to meet him and finally...I will emphasize FINALLY...Blake Austin arrived. He is gorgeous and the family is adjusting well to the little man already. Tiffany just adores her baby brother, and we can't wait for Braylon and Blake to have their first play date!
The rest of the month of December was spent enjoying Braylon during his first Christmas. We made lots of fun memories like Christmas light looking, baking Christmas cookies, visiting Santa, shopping with all the crazies, and warm cozy nights at home watching Christmas movies and drinking hot chocolate.
Christmas morning was quiet, just the 3 of us. Although Braylon didn't have a clue what was going on, he still enjoyed opening his gifts from Santa. Nana came over that afternoon to spoil little man even more. That evening we left to face off against the Dallas Cowboys for some Christmas Night football. It was sure a great game, dangerous near the end, but luckily the Cards pulled out a "W". The next night was celebrated with everyone else at Auntie Jennies. We had a great time playing Family Feud on the Wii and our tradition of the "White Elephant" gift exchange.
We ended the month with a visit from Tommy and Madi. Had a great few days with them, as always when any of the Cupples Family is around. Already planning another Disneyland trip this summer! Yesssssssssssssss!
As far as "changes" this month-there hasn't been too many. Bray is still not crawling forward yet, but can still scour the house in backwards motion. He's too funny, I'm really trying to get him to realize that it's funner to go forward, but he really isn't interested. I am convinced he is made of steel as he would rather do push-ups and sits-up than have "tummy time" and play with his toys. David swears he isn't sneaking protein in his bottle when I'm not looking. ;) Bray continues to be a very happy boy and is really only cranky when A) He's hungry or B) Mommy and Daddy are watching TV and it's not his "choice". It''s hilarious that he can be falling out in a full blown fit and as soon as we turn it to "Baby TV" he starts giggling and is totally calmed down. One of these days I will have to catch a video of that..
As another year as come and gone, we are so excited for all the new chapters about to un-fold in 2011. I can't believe how quickly time has flown by, but I am soaking up all the memories I can while they pass along. We are truly blessed and so thankful to God for all of our amazing treasures on this earth as well as each of you.
Happy New Year!
Candice's BABIES Shower
Hangin out with the best of friends!!!!
Welcome to the world Blake Austin
More Festivites
Christmas Day Fun
Are you ready for some FOOTBALL???
2nd Christmas at Auntie Jennie's House
Delish dinner at "Capital Grille"
Watch me grow!
