Growing, Growing, Growing.....

So, should I be happy that the lady in Wee Gems (nursery at Stonegate) asked how old Hudson was this past Sunday, my response "16 months" hers, "he's very advanced for this group.." or should I be a little sad that my baby boy is really not a baby anymore?? I actually got to rock him back to sleep last night and reminisce on his infant days. I could have rocked him all night but my eyelids were thinking otherwise. It's not often he sits still long enough for me to snatch a kiss here and there, so I cherish every moment I get like this.

Funny story: Cody and I headed to HEB last week to stock up on groceries. Everytime we go we usually get enough for a month or more. Well we hadn't been in a while and we stocked up on EVERYTHING. Mind you, we are a family of three and Cody and I are pretty avid eaters and our son follows close behind (although he has been very picky lately, not liking that at all) Our bill was pretty steep and when our total came up we both kinda gasped and looked at each other and laughed. I'm sure that is no where near the amout we will be spending when our litle munchkin is in elementary, not to mention jr high and high school. Oh, the days I am looking forward to. But not rushing it by any means.

We've been working on our alphabet! He is trying so hard to repeat the letters after me. Such a smart cookie<3

Well hello there 2011..

I have been such a slacker on this thing. So much has happend, it's already a new year! Let's start off by saying a few words about our 16 month old!!!!!!! Agh. Hudson turned 16 months on New Years Eve. Funny, because two years to the day our Dr. confirmed I was pregnant after me freaking out and taking 3 tests that all showed NEGATIVE but still had no monthly visitor. Ok, TMI. Anywho, we also lost such an amazing man two years ago. Big T, Tommy Casbeer was such a big part of my life and such an entertainer. I had grown up with his daughter Ciji and we have been bff's since 7th grade. His death was very unexpected and heart breaking. He was such a joy to be around and almost like a second father. My heart ached for the family when I heard the news. But what a celebration we had to celebrate his short time here on earth. I know he is probably teaching the angels a thing or two about having a good time ;-)

Our toddler is a maniac. He is learning at such a rapid rate of speed. Repeating everything he hears, saying a plethera of words. Climbing on everything and being such a dare devil! Scaring me to death.

We had such a wonderful Christmas. I was off almost two weeks working a few hald days and enjoying just being lazy and hanging out with my family. We are so blessed every year and never really expect any presents from anyone but we always receive more than we deserve. Hudson made a haul as usual and we have toys busting at the seams out of our house. The HUGE toy box we had built as a gift  is full to the brim. He's a lucky lucky boy.

We had a great New Year's Eve. Cody was off and we lounged at the house being lazy. We went to dinner with some great friends and ended up over at a friends house around the fire while we watched it SNOW!!! Crazy West Texas Weather!!!! The day before it was around 60 degrees.

Oh 2011 be good to us. 2010 was such an amazing year =)

Hello Fall!!!

Although our weather has still been in the upper 70's the leaves are changing and falling, the mornings have become cool and crisp and the time has changed. (which I am not liking very much at the moment) Hudson's internal clock is right on track and he's waking up around 7:00 every morning. But I can't complain too much because he's still getting around 12 hours of sleep and I'm up early to watch cartoons, snuggle him and get some things done around the house. He will be 15 months on the 31st!!!!!! Such a handsome smart lil boogie. We are blessed more and more every day. He's learning ever so quickly and growing like a weed. He's in 2T clothing and nothing smaller! Size 5 diapers, trying and LOVING every food we give him. Lil Ham!

I have planned a surprise trip for Cody for his birthday on the 20th. Probably one of the best birthday's I've planned and I haven't spilled the beans yet. Only thing he knows is we will be traveling to Dallas that weekend. Stay tuned for details!!!!!!!!!!

Christmas is right around the corner, Thanksgiving will be here before we know it! I am still debating if I want to volunteer to cook and have everyone over to our house. EEEK. Of course I would have help from everyone on the cooking part, because we all know, I am NO Betty Crocker.

Our new Christmas tradition will be taking Hudson individually and having him pick out an ornament for Daddy and one for Mommy. And on Christmas Eve we will exchange =)
Cody and I are also working on a huge personalized toy chest for Huddy! It's going to be so great, I can't wait to put it all together. He has so many toys and nick nacks, it'll be nice to have them all together and not strung all over the house.

Last November at Fiddlesticks Farm

Fall weather calls for the Harley Jacket

Our little Texas Ranger Fan!!!

Fall Fun

October 27th....already??? Seriously, these months keep flying by faster and faster. Our Midland Step Out Walk is over and what a success! We are still short of our goal but expect to reach it by the end of the year. What a great turn out. Over 400 people! As stressful as walk time can be it all pays off in the end. This year we were blessed with many new faces, and of course the people who always return to make the walk such a success. We had a great new addition this year, Dr. Stephen Ponder. He's the new endocronologist at MCH Diabetes Center. He's come all the way from Corpus Christi to call Midland/Odessa home!

Registration line

The back of the Diabetes Demolisher's shirt (in loving memory of Karah)

Such a powerful group!!! Karah was smiling down on each and everyone of you!!

Hudson will be 14 months on Halloween!!!

He is such a little ham. He still amazes me everyday with the things he is learning.

We took him to the Airsho and he loved every minute of it.

Halloween is right around the corner and my favorite time of year. I am so very excited to take Hud around to the trunk or treats and friends houses this year. His costume came in the other day and we tried it on and I laughed for a good solid 5 min. He's going to look adorable.


We have such a busy EXCITING weekend. Cody, our friends Cody Davidson and his wife Sarah and I have world series tickets to see the Ranger's kick some SF Giant booty in Arlington!!!!!!! Quick trip starting Saturday morning and coming home Sunday. Cody is a huge Ranger's fan and has always been since I have know him. I have to admit, baseball is not my most favorite sport and I've just recently gotten in to it. Especially after my first experience at Ranger Stadium (an early b-day present from Cody) Anywho...the game I went to was awesome. Ranger's were trailing the whole game until the 9th and a super fantastic play was made for them to take the lead. The play actually got our group on TV! Our local news, ESPN and Sports Center. We had great seats. So needless to say I was hooked after that. ANTLERS UP!!!

Everyone have a safe and fun Halloween!!!!!

Pirate Party!

Hudson had his pirate party Saturday September 4th. What a great turn out we had. Our family is so very blessed with great friends and family. My mother, Gram and Cody's mom helped out so much. Not to mention, Hudson's God-mother Kristen Nicole ;-) So glad she came in town to celebrate with us.
My mom insisted making the cake and what a great job she did!

Hudson greeting the guest! Sweet Kenz

Happy Birthday banner

Cowboy boots from Aunt E

Mommy, Daddy & Hudson celebrating the BIG *ONE*

yummy cupcakes

His smash cake. YUM

We had a wonderful time, thanks to all who made this day so special.

MiMi & Poppi & Hudson

K10(godmother) & HRQ

September 8th Cody and I celebrated our 3 <3year anniversary. The greatest 3 years ever imaginable. He's so wonderful and our relationship has grown so much. We had a great relaxing night. Dinner at Logan's and came home to our sweet baby boy, lounged and watched tv. I got 2 anniversary bands for my wedding ring!!

Septmember is such a busy month at work. We have our Odessa Step Out Walk September 18 and have been running around like crazy. We have a little down time before our Midland Walk and then it's GO TIME! I'll be glad when it's all over and I can relax.

I've been thinking about signing Cody & I up for Warrior Dash in ATX Nov. 20 for his birthday. Not sure if we'd be ready for that though. He's never been to 6th street, so I may have to convince him there is free beer at WD after you complete it!!!!!!!!

Slow down crazy busy hectic life!!!!!

ONE!!!

Tomorrow is the day. Hudson Rhyder Quintana will be a year old. And mommy will be an emotional wreck. (In a good way, if that's possible.) This time last year Cody and I were as best prepared to bring a baby into this world as we could be. We had a nice dinner at Outback last year, double checked our hospital bags and tried to get as much rest as possible. (No such luck) At 5:00am we arrived at the hospital ready to meet our son. 12, long, very long, some stressful, some peaceful hours later we were told I was at a 10 and it was time!!! And at that very moment I knew that my child was going to be stubborn. Pushing was endless and it felt like I couldn't push any longer and was out of energy. Dr. Doke told me his head was in a weird position and was unable to get a good grasp on him. C-section it was. I was terrified. Thankfully my family and husband were there to calm my nerves (and some very awesome drugs.) At 9:35 pm August 31, 2009 we had a bouncing, handsome, sweet angel baby boy!!!!!!

This past year has been so very amazing....can't wait for many more.

Saturday is the BIG party!! Pictures to follow =)

It's the little things..

Hudson & I have been up since 5:00 am this morning and after ONE cup of coffee, a bowl of honey nut cheerios and two chess men cookies, hearing "Word of God Speak" on air1, and having my husband tell me when I got in his truck that I "looked so beautiful this morning" this is one of the best days that I will remember forever! I guess little man just wanted to play at such an early hour this morning. After about an hour of having his toys strung all over the house and dancing around like a maniac, he wore himself out and let me cuddle him (which is rare because he refuses to sit still unless he's exhausted or sick) He then fell asleep on my chest for about 45 min. It brought back so many memories of him being a newborn and after his morning feedings we would both fall back asleep on the couch.

ONE WEEK from today my angel baby will be ONE year old!! (I am such a mom, I held back tears just typing that. Ughhh)
What a blessed day it has been. Even through the chaos and craziness of our lives, I love finding the time to enjoy the simple things and take in all of God's glory! God is good all the time<3

A little bit of baby humor :-}