Party Time!!!

It was a beautiful celebration for a beautiful little girl! We headed to the OC again for A's first birthday. Unlike all other birthday babies (including W), A didn't cry at her party. What a trooper! A's mommy and daddy did a fantastic job, it was so girly and "sweet." Loved it!!!

According to Auntie J, the bakers didn't comply with any of her instructions. Well, they're Korean!!! Of course, they didn't listen!!! Not to knock on my own people, but honestly, we give new meaning to the phrase "selective hearing." But who can tell? The cake was pretty and, more importantly, it was yummy!!

Look at that face. Look at those eyes. Her dad is gonna have a hard time saying no to this one.

Like I said, she's a happy one. I can't remember that last time I was giggly about a spoon. Sigh.

Um, ladies. Focus, please. I know she's cute but we gotta get this picture.

There we go.

This is M, same age as the birthday girl. And suuuuper cute! He and W had a real good man-to-man talk, over some Cheerios and water.

Here's P, cheeks galore! Oh my gosh. It was a struggle to not bite them. She's so friendly...it makes her daddy worry! LOL!!!

And the most handsomest little boy of all, my W. He was so good! Sigh. I'm so in love.

Awwww....daddies' little girls. Gosh, that's hard to say.

"Dang, guurl, I like your bling!"

"And where did you get those shoes?? I've been looking for a pair just like them!!"

"Hi, how are you?"

"Um....uh....hang on."

"Mooooommy!!!!! She talked to me!!! I don't like girls!!"

"What'd I say?"

Wardrobe change. This was the most gorgeous hambok I've ever seen! A's grandma got it in Korea and was first worn by her 8-year-old cousin. What a nice heirloom, right?

I know, takes your breath away.

What did A choose? Money, money , MONEY!!! Smart girl.

She dabbled with all the objects, but this picture is just to show you how beautiful the embroidery is on her hambok.

Like a bride and her bridesmaids.

Don't look now, Uncle E, but I do believe your daughter is checking my little man out! Hahaha!! Don't be mad, E, she can't resist his "sexy eyes." LOL!!! Someone else's words, not mine. I swear.

I don't know what got into W. Normally he doesn't let anyone hold him. Who are you and what did you do with my son!!!??

Uncle H could not get enough of our cutie. He alternated watching the football game and playing with W. My W is irresistable, I tell ya.

No, seriously, you're just feeling social today, aren't you?

Did you fellas ever think you'd be taking a photo like this?? Your all growns up!

LMFAO!

P and I love us a good episode of AFV (America's Funniest Videos). We saw this a few years ago and have been hunting for it ever since. I remember having major stomach pains from laughing so hard. When I first saw this on TV, I remember thinking how hilarious that little girl's reaction was. Now, I still think that BUT I also think, "Please, God, don't let W be that kid who sneezed!"

Christmas 2011

What a year!!! I can't believe we're entering a new year with Wes. When will it sink in that we have a son?! I watch him play and flip through his books, and it hits me like mack truck...OMG, I'm a mom! What!? And this is my son!! This insanely cute little human being is mine and I'm his. Seriously?!?! Life couldn't possibly get better than this, could it? I have so much to be thankful for. Life is great because God is great.

This was my first real tree!! We've always had those fake plastic ones due to my dad's allergies. But in our new home, a real tree was the only way to go. Wes kept flicking the ornaments around. I told him to stop and he decided that flicking them harder would make me happy. Punk.

Remember this place? We didn't take Bug with us this time :( But my SIL came along...and of course, W! We were so excited to show him this magical place.

We hosted Christmas at our house this year. Our table was too small and we still had unpacked boxes in our dining room. We had just finished staining our bookcase so the house smelled all chemically. But it was sooo much fun! My SIL loves Whole Foods. I'm talking LOVES that place! So, we had a Whole Foods Christmas. Everything was store-prepared and bought. (Thank you, Auntie C!) All we had to do was heat it up and plate it. Wonderful!! And the turkey, OMG. It was the most delicious, moist turkey I've ever had!!! Everything was so yummy!!! My MIL made a bunch of yummy sides and my mom made her traditional pumpkin cake. YUM!!!

We finally got to use our wedding China! P chose it, good taste, eh?

When I'm not looking, my mom will feed W anything and everything. Makes me crazy but if it weren't for her, I'd probably still be feeding him rice cereal. W was eating smoked Gouda and he loved it. Who knew.

Presents!!!! Tissue paper...toss.

Clothes...toss.

More clothes...toss.

Box...toss. This went on for a little bit.

Here's grandpa giving W his Christmas card.

And here's W giving it right back. LOL!

We went to Downtown Disney a few days later...you know..as a warm up to the real thing! Can't wait!!!

W's grandparents were determined to buy him a toy while were there and they ended up getting his a giant box of Legos! A classic toy that I loved as a kid. I can't wait until W plays with them, too! I'm sure I'll twist an ankle from tripping on them, but a small price for this awesome toy!

Walk like a man, my son.

Right now, it's a couple hours until 2012. I'm sitting at home with my P and Bug. We have watched the ball drop on TV for many years now and though it was unintentional, it has become a tradition I love. I guess the homebody in me will always love any occasion that requires me to stay home. Keke.

I'm curious to know what this new year will bring. I just pray that my family stays healthy and happy. Everything else is just icing on the cake. HAPPY NEW YEAR AND GOD BLESS!!!