Benjamin and Emma Kate

Emma's New Classroom

2012-01-27T14:56:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone, Emma has moved up to the one year old classroom at school, and she is adapting very well. She is the youngest in her class, but she fits right in with the bigger one year olds. She loves her teachers and her classmates, and she is learning so much every day. She has been painting, playing with play-doh, playing musical instruments, playing with tractors, and bird and squirrel watching out her classroom window. She is growing up so fast, and loves playing with my toys at home. I'm good about sharing for the most part. To view the photos, just click on the one below.
Love,
Benjamin

Mexico - January 2012

2012-01-27T14:41:00.000-08:00

Hello EVeryone! Happy New Year! Mommy and Daddy went on an exciting trip to Mexico to start off the year right! Mommy surprised Daddy with a six day stay at the #1 Spa resort in Cancun! They said it was amazing, and can't wait to go back again! They deserve a nice trip for all the hard work they do! Emma and I are so proud of them. Enjoy the photos!
Love,
Benjamin

Baby Girl's Big Day! December 2, 2011

2011-12-23T12:41:00.000-08:00

Happy First Birthday, Emma! It's hard to believe you are now one year old! Mommy woke you up early to get your picture taken beside the clock to remind you that you were born at 7:39 in the morning. You had such a special day with friends and family. Mommy dressed you in a precious tutu and first birthday onesie, and you had a beautiful cake to go along with it. You got so many fun toys, and I loved your gum-ball machine. Looking forward to celebrating many years together with you! Happy Birthday, Baby Girl. We also have some fun Thanksgiving and holiday photos to share as well.
Love,
Benjamin

Happy Halloween 2011

2011-11-02T14:18:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone! Happy late Halloween!! This has been the best one yet, now that I'm getting older and enjoy it a little more. We had a fun-filled weekend! Mommy coordinated a neighborhood party on Saturday, and we had about 25 neighbors there! Everyone brought a side dish, and Mommy had games and goody bags for all the kids! I dressed up as a pumpkin and Sissy dressed up as a duck. Mommy and Daddy dressed up too! Mommy was a pirate and Daddy was a hunter. Halloween night we went trick-o-treating in our neighborhood. I got lots of sweets, but Daddy is eating most of them ;)
It's hard to believe that November is already here, and Thanksgiving is around the corner! I can't wait to eat some good turkey at my Great Aunt Becky's! Miss you and love you all.
Benjamin

Halloween 2011

Halloween at School - October 26, 2011

2011-10-26T14:58:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I celebrated Halloween at my school today, and I decided to dress up as a pumpkin. Mommy got a good bargain on costumes this year, and it was a hard decision on which one I wanted to wear, but I decided to go with the pumpkin. My entire class rode in our school bus and headed to one of the assisted living/nursing home facilities in town to sing to the elderly. We learned the cutest Halloween songs, and we all sang so pretty. After we sang, we went around to each of them telling them Happy Halloween. Afterward, we headed back to school for our Halloween celebration. Mommy and Daddy got to come, and we got to eat so many yummy treats, and I got some neat little surprises. Emma and I are excited about our neighborhood Halloween party that Mommy is helping plan! I am deciding between my power ranger costume or dressing up as a doctor. Be sure to check back next week to find out!!
Love you all.
Benjamin

Tis the Season for Camping - October 2011

2011-10-10T14:33:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Sorry it has taken me so long to post anything on our website lately. Mommy has been busy with her new I-Phone, and hasn't taken very many photos on her camera. However, she did take it with her on our camping trip to Kentucky Lake over the weekend. We camped out under the full moon at Hillmen Ferry Campground. Daddy packed my bicycle, so I had fun cruising up and down the street checking out the little hotties. Our campsite was right across the street from the beach area, so I got the chance to dig in the sand too! This was Emma's first camping trip, and she did very well. She at a lot of food!! Daddy bought be my very own toy bow and arrow, and he took me to the archery range to shoot at some targets. Mommy is already talking about buying a pop-up camper in the future, so hopefully we will be camping in style in a few years!! Daddy and I are heading up to the Farm for a week to visit Gramma and Grampa, while Mommy and Emma have a girls week back home. I will miss them very much. I hope to have some Halloween photos later this month!!
Love,
Benjamin

Bath Time - July 15, 2011

2011-07-18T07:27:00.001-07:00

Hello Everyone. Emma is growing up so fast. She is 7 1/2 months old already! She is now sitting up all on her own, and has advanced to the toddler side of her bathtub already!! She loves bath time. She also loves to eat. She is eating all different foods now too! Her teeth have been bothering her lately though. She just recently cut her two bottom teeth. I've been loving on her though to help sooth the pain.
I experienced a very big milestone recently! I am now fully potty trained!! Now I will be able to move up to the three year old classroom come August! I will miss my current teachers, Miss Amanda, Miss Donna, and Miss Jenna so much, but I'm anxious to meet my new teachers!
Love you all.
Benjamin

4th of July - 2011

2011-07-05T12:49:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone! I hope all of you had a lovely 4th of July! We went up to Gramma and Grampa's Farm for the holiday weekend. We had so much fun riding four wheelers, fishing off the dock, looking for snakes at snake bridge and riding/driving Phil Baker's tractor! Phil is Gramma and Grampa's neighbor who does a lot of farming. He also gave me my very first soda, which Mom wasn't too wild about. It was a Mountain Dew, and I was wired all night! Looks like no more sodas for me for a long time...lol!
Emma was decked out in her little 4th of July outfits Mommy got for her. She is really attached to Mommy lately. She's also getting some teeth too, so she is a little fussy, but I still love her very very much. Lots going on these days! I am officially wearing big boys underwear and I no longer have my paci! I still have blank, but without pac I don't need blank as much. I'm just growing up, I guess. Enjoy the photos!
Love,
Benjamin

Fun Times - June 2011

2011-06-27T07:34:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. We are so happy Summer is here! We have been enjoying the beautiful weather at night by playing outside. I have been helping Mommy and Daddy work hard in the yard too! Emma and her best friend and neighbor, Jadie, have been having fun too. We are getting excited about our 4th of July weekend at Gramma and Grampa's Farm! Daddy said I could help pick out a few fireworks to the big celebration.
Enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

Emma's Baptism - June 19, 2011

2011-06-27T07:05:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. We celebrated one of the most special days of all of our lives..... Emma's Baptism. She was so beautiful, and knew this was her day to shine. This was also a very special day because it was Father's Day. Daddy was so proud. It was so special to have family and friends there to celebrate this blessed day with us. Mommy sang a special song to Emma "Child of Blessing, Child of Promise." After church we went to the country club for a lovely lunch. Enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

Two Trips in One - Memorial Day Weekend 2011

2011-06-08T14:57:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Emma, Daddy, Mommy and I went to visit Gramma, Grampa, Dylan and Aunt Pretty over Memorial Day Weekend. Mommy and Daddy also had a little trip planned for the two of them to Denver for a couple of days. They flew out there to watch the St. Louis Cardinals play the Colorado Rockies. They also had time to do a little shopping and even see the movie "Thor." They had a wonderful time, and are hoping that Gramma and Grampa will watch the kiddos again very soon...;)
Emma did really well being away from Mommy and Daddy for a few days, and I of course had a wonderful time playing with my cousin Dylan and getting to do a little fishing. I am already counting the days until our next visit to the Farm on the 4th of July weekend!
The following weekend we got to go to Cape Splash, a new water park in town, for Daddy's work party. I loved running through the water! Mommy even got a little wet with me too! Baby girl was so cute in her little purple bathing suit.
Daddy took me downtown to see the big steam locomotive that came to town! Very cool! Enjoy the photos!
Love you all.
Benjamin

Play Date - May 15, 2011

2011-05-19T09:29:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. What a great weekend of fun! La La came to visit us! She spoiled us rotten! She even brought me blue blueberry popcorn! It was really yummy! We are already looking forward to her next visit! Our neighbor, Darcy, brought over her baby girl, Jadie, for a play date with Emma. They are just growing up so fast! Already almost six months old! I keep asking Mommy when Emma Kate will start sitting up on her own. I want her to start playing with me. Enjoy the photos!
Love,
Benjamin

Happy Cinco de Mayo 2011

2011-05-06T07:23:00.001-07:00

Hello Everyone. Happy Cinco de Mayo! It is hard to believe that baby Emma and her best friend and neighbhor, Jadie, are already five months old! Time sure does fly! Jadie and Darcy came over to visit us. They sure are cute, and of course very sweet. Enjoy the photos!
Love,
Benjamin

Girl Trip! April 29th, 2011

2011-05-02T09:55:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone! Emma Kate and Mommy took their very first girl trip together this past weekend! They got to see Aunt Ashley, Uncle Arty, GG, Aunt Faye Faye, and Momm's dear Friend, Elizabeth. Mommy said Emma was really good and smiled all the time.
She also said that she and Aunt Ashley sang at Ashley's church, and everyone loved hearing them sing together. Wish Daddy and I could have been there to hear that! Although, Daddy and I had a really nice guy weekend together. Daddy took me to one of my classmates birthday parties, and we got to jump up and down in these bouncy things. It was really cool! I can't wait to go back! I also got to ride my four wheeler while Daddy mowed the grass and planted some flowers. He did a great job getting the house all pretty for Mommy and Emma. Enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

Easter 2011

2011-04-26T14:24:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I hope everyone is doing okay with all this bad weather and rain we have been getting. Although it has been raining here for the last several days, the Easter Bunny still found a way to hop his way to our house to visit us! He brought Emma and me a lot of fun things! He got me a Spider-Man and Batman toy! They are so cool! Emma got a cute little rattle, and some other fun stuff. We went to church, and they had an Easter Egg Hunt for us! We were going to have it outside, but it was raining so we had it inside. Mommy and I died Easter Eggs too. They were so pretty! Mommy, Daddy, Emma and I also went to the Circus! I got to see some really big elephants! It was a lot of fun!
Enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

Face Lift - April 8, 2011

2011-04-14T11:12:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Daddy had a big job on his hands of laying sod in our front yard recently! He rented a tiller and spent nine hours tilling up the front yard. It looks so pretty now! Great job, Daddy! We have also done some other facelifts around the house! We installed a new kitchen sink, and Daddy put up shelves in our garage!
Emma is growing so fast! She is now grabbing her feet, and she smiles all the time. She loves it when Mommy says in a real high pitched voice "Mrs. Poopy Pants." I guess Mommy says that because she does poop a lot...lol. Daddy and I also got to go to Gramma and Grampa's Farm for a few days!! Daddy bought me my very first Spider-Man fishing pole, and I caught my very first bluegill!! Grampa helped me get it off the hook too! I was sooo proud!
Easter is approaching fast, and I'm looking forward to all the Easter Egg hunts! Mommy said the Easter Bunny is coming to see me only if I'm a good boy. I hope I can keep from whining any until next weekend at least ;)
Love you all.
Benjamin

Spring Fever - March 13, 2011

2011-03-13T15:36:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. What a nice weekend we had. The weather was so beautiful that we were able to go outside and play! We went to the park to feed the ducks and play on the playground. We also got to go to the library to check out some books. I wanted to check out the books "Counting Coconuts" and "Chica Chica Boom Boom", but someone else had already checked them out. So, instead Mommy and I found four new books, and my favorite one is called "Spooky Hour." I just love to read! Enjoy the photos!
Love,
Benjamin

Benjamin turns 3!

2011-02-27T14:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I am now officially three-years-old! Mommy and Daddy have told me no more whining! I'm going to try my hardest to be a good boy this year. I had such a great birthday party! I invited my friends from my class at school, along with my friends from church, and my family. We celebrated at the Discovery Playhouse, which you will see from the pictures below. My friends and family were so nice to get me some really cool toys including tractors, monster trucks, and a really cool batman car! Mommy and Daddy got me my first spiderman pajamas and hat, which I wear almost all the time! Gramma and Grampa got me my very own DVD player for when we travel! Now I can watch all my favorite movies in the car! Cool! My Aunt Angie and cousin Dylan gave me a really cool video game set! I am still trying to figure out how it works, but I love taking all the game cartrigages in and out of the machine. My sissy is getting so big, and growing up so fast! She has been sick with RSV, and is finally overcoming it! She has been smiling and laughing a lot. She is so cute! Enjoy the pictures.
Love,
Benjamin

Happy Valentine's Day - 2011

2011-02-13T11:29:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone! Happy Valentine's Day! We had a busy weekend! We drove up for Dylan's 9th birthday party at Chucke Cheese's. A lot of family friends got to see Emma Kate for the first time! She is growing up so fast. It is hard to believe she is just shy of turning three months! Mommy took some cute pictures of her in her Valentine's outfit. My school class celebrated valentine's day by inviting all the parent's over. We had handmade valentine boxes to hold all of our valentine cards and candy. Another fun time this weekend was when Daddy took me to the monster truck show! Those trucks are really big! This weekend is my birthday! I'm so excited!
XOXO to all of you.
Love,
Benjamin

Emma Kate's First Visit with La La January 22, 2011

2011-01-30T06:35:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Emma Kate finally got to meet her La La for the first time! La La just melted when she saw her! La La stayed with us for five days, and I begged her to stay with us and not return to Colorado. She played with me a lot, and even watched us a couple of nights while Mommy and Daddy got to go out for a little bit.
She got me some really cool toys too!! I am already looking forward to her next visit. La La, please make it sooner rather than later!! Emma Kate and I love you very much.
Benjamin

Lackey Christmas January 15, 2011

2011-01-17T16:05:00.001-08:00

Hello Everyone. I had the chance to celebrate Christmas with Mommy's side of the family over the weekend. It was so nice for everyone to come in to visit. We had the chance to catch up and play a few board games and cards. Uncle Stuart and Aunt Jennifer got me a really cool Buzz Light Year laptop, and my Aunt Ashley and Uncle Art got me a back pack filled with little knights and other cool toys. GG gave me money, which I am saving for my college fund. :) Emma Kate also got some cute clothes and money too. Thank you guys for all the special gifts as always!
Enjoy the photos.
Love you all.
Benjamin

Emma's first trip to Kentucky! January 10, 2011

2011-01-17T16:00:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Emma Kate took her very first road trip to Kentucky at only six weeks of age! They had the chance to visit with friends and family. Emma Kate got to meet her Great Grandmother, and she was able to visit with Faye Faye while she was home. Everyone was so excited to see and hold Emma Kate, especially Aunt Ashley! Mommy also got to see her very best friend from grade school, Miss Elizabeth, along with Jessica and Olivia who are also very close grade school friends. We are looking forward to our next visit to Kentucky!
Enjoy the photos!
Love,
Benjamin

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

2011-01-06T10:40:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Hope all of you had a lovely Christmas and a nice start to the new year, 2011! Emma Kate is growing so fast, and she has been such a good baby. I love coming home from school and giving her a big hug and kiss. Mommy is very pleased at how well I am adjusting to having her in our lives. Daddy says his life has changed a lot! No more coming home from work and watching ballgames...lol. He now is busy getting my dinner ready, giving me my bath, playing with me for a little bit, and tucking me into bed. Mommy helps out too, of course. Thank you all for the awesome Christmas presents! I have been enjoying playing with them everyday when I get home from school. Enjoy the photos!
Love,
Benjamin

Welcome to Our Family - December 2, 2010

2010-12-06T15:16:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone! She is finally here! My adorable baby sister! Emma Katherine dBroeckling "Emma Kate" arrived into the world on Thursday, December 2nd, 2010 at 7:39am. She weighed 9 pounds 2 ounces, and was 21 inches long. Mommy said she had her within six 1/2 hours once she and Daddy got to the hospital. I was in bed when they went, and one of my teachers from my school, Miss Brooke, came over at 12:30am to stay with me. Thank you, Miss Brooke. Mommy said she pushed for only ten minutes and there she was. Good job Mom! Way to go! Our neighbors Darcy and Joe also had their liitle girl, Jadie Ann, the same day and Mommy said their room was directly across the hall. She looks a lot like her Mommy, and she could be my girlfriend one day!! Joe, look out! So far, my sister has been a very good baby, and has been sleeping and eating a lot! I wish she were big enough to play with me, but Mommy and Daddy do a good job of that. I know as she gets bigger we will have a lot of fun together. I was very happy though that my Gramma Broeckling came to visit me! We had so much fun together and played so much. She read me books, and gave me my baths while Mommy and Daddy were in the hospital. Thanks for everything, Gramma. Uncle Ronnie got to come down for a few hours too. I enjoyed visiting with him as well, and couldn't stop asking where he was when he left. I can't wait for the rest of my family to meet Emma Kate. You will just melt. Happy Holidays! Love you all!
Benjamin

The Home Stretch - December 1, 2010

2010-11-30T18:31:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Happy December! Mommy has just a few days until her due date! I am so excited to meet my baby sister, and can't wait to give her kisses and hugs! One final belly photo! Mommy is so pretty!
Love you all,
Benjamin

Mickey Mouse Road Show - November 5, 2010

2010-11-18T16:42:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I am so excited to tell you that I got to see Mickey Mouse and his friend November 5th! I was so excited that it was hard for me to take my eyes off of the stage in order for Mommy to get a photo of me. I ended up taking my girlfriend, Megan, and her Mommy, Deanna, with me. This was my very first date! I have included some photos below.
Mommy is already dilated to a three, and says my sister is coming early! I can't wait to hug her and kiss her. Keep a close eye on our website for the latest updates!
Love you guys.
Benjamin

Family Photos - October 2010

2010-11-12T15:22:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Only three more weeks until my little sister arrives! Although, Mommy seems to think she will be coming before then. We have been working hard trying to get everything ready for when she comes. We had a little time to get some family photos made a few weeks ago. It's hard to believe that the holidays are upon us! Mommy is going to start putting up the Christmas tree this weekend, so she won't have to worry with doing that once the baby comes. Love you all very much.
Benjamin

School Fall Festival - October 27, 2010

2010-10-27T15:42:00.001-07:00

Hello Everyone. Happy Autumn! Today was my Fall Festival at school! Mommy and Daddy got to come, and we ate a snack, played, and I got to pick out a pumpkin in the pumpkin patch. I got to show Mommy and Daddy how I could climb up the play yard and ride bikes! I was sad thought when they had to leave to go back to work. Enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

32 Weeks - October 12, 2010

2010-10-12T13:08:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy is now at 32 weeks into her pregnancy, and had a doctors appointment today. Lots of exciting news to share! Her placenta has shifted, so there is no worry of a scheduled c-section! She also got a few 3D pictures of my little sister. She looks so much like me. She is so cute, and has the biggest cheeks! I can't wait to love on her! The first photo is a shot of her face. The second photo is the top of her head. The white stuff around her head is her hair, so she will have a lot of hair like I did! The others are the 3D images. Enjoy!
Love,
Benjamin

Autumn is here! October 2010

2010-10-12T08:05:00.001-07:00

Hello Everyone,
Mommy, Daddy, and I went to Gramma and Grampa's Farm for the weekend and had a great time as always! Autumn is among us with all the beautiful trees changing colors, and there is no better place to see the beauty than at the Farm! Every year around this time Gramma spray paints one of their hay bails as a jack-o-lantern. Dylan was brave enough to climb on top, but I was a little too scared. Maybe next year. Halloween is right around the corner, and I'm still deciding what I want to dress up this year. I think I'm going to end up being a pumpkin, but part of me wants to be an astronaut. Decisions, decisions.
Love you all.
Benjamin

The Outer Banks - September 2010

2010-10-07T16:53:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Wow! My first glimpse of the ocean blue in the Outer Banks of North Carolina! It was a little overwhelming at first, but I finally got the courage to put my little toes in the water. I looked up at Mommy and said, "It's not scary." The weather was dreary until our last day there, but this gave us the opportunity to have plenty of time to catch up and visit with one another. It was great seeing everyone, and getting the opportunity to build sand castles and fly a kite on the beach. I'm already looking forward to next years family getaway to Destin, Florida! Enjoy the photos!
Love,
Benjamin

30 Weeks - September 23, 2010

2010-09-23T11:58:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Hope all of you are doing well. Mommy is coming right along with her pregnancy now at 30 weeks! She is feeling tired and worn out, but that's to be expected as hard as she works everyday. I'm so proud of her, and love her very much. We are about to head out on a family vacation next week to Nags Head, North Carolina! I'm looking forward to playing on the beach, and making my first sand castle! My Aunt Ashley has told me she has lots of toys that she is bringing for me, so I can't wait! Mommy said I have to try all different kinds of seafood, so we'll see how that goes?! Love you guys!
Benjamin

Nursery Complete! September 6, 2010

2010-09-07T15:08:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. The nursery decor is complete, and my baby sister is going to love it! Mommy, Faye Faye, Aunt Ashley, and Ashley's friend, Kayla, all worked on adding the last few details to the room. It looks so good! Mommy had the video camera ready to go when Daddy and I walked in the house on Monday from our visit to Gramma and Grampa's Farm. Daddy and I were amazed! It looks so pretty, and the pictures below just don't do it justice. You will have to see it person eventually. The only things left for Mommy to do is to put on the bedding, which she is waiting until closer to her due date to do that. Mommy appreciates all the help, and can now sit back and enjoy the rest of her pregnancy without worrying about what is left for her to do in the nursery. Enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

Painting Complete! August 25, 2010

2010-08-28T15:18:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy has been working hard painting my baby sister's room! Mommy spent almost a whole week working on it each night after she got home from work. I got to help her pull the painters tape off, and Daddy helped paint a litle too. All three of us have put our hearts of love into this room. My Aunt Ashley, one of her friends, and Faye Faye are heading down to visit Mommy this weekend to add the last minute touches to the room, while Daddy and I head up to the Farm! Daddy has taken up a new hobby of archery! Check out his bow. He can't wait to use it in a few weeks during deer season! Be careful, Da Da!
Love,
Benjamin

Month 6 and Active! - August 20, 2010

2010-08-20T07:20:00.000-07:00

Little Princess and I have started our sixth month, and are getting bigger by the day. She is so active poking me all the time. I believe she might be wearing a little pair of high heel shoes...lol. Her nursery is moving right along with decoration, and my sister is coming in town to help me add some finishing touches. She'll be here before we know it!
Love you all.

A Little Sister!! - July 27th, 2010

2010-07-29T12:40:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone! Our family is very excited to announce that we will be welcoming a little girl into our family later this year around December 5th. That is also my Uncle Jamie's birthday. We are still deciding names, and will hopefully have it narrowed down to three the day she is born. Once we see her for the first time that is when we will decide what to name her. I really love the name Emma-Kate, but will see what Mommy and Daddy end up naming her. Mommy says she is really active, and moving around all the time. She is right on track with weight and height, and we are very blessed that she has all her fingers and toes. I can't wait to see how pretty she is, and share all my toys with her. Finally, someone to play with! Below are a few photos of her ultrasound. Plus, Mommy couldn't wait to buy her a couple of things already. We love all of you, and continue to keep us in your prayers throughout Mommy's pregnancy.
Benjamin

Flying High - June 19, 2010

2010-06-20T18:03:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Sorry I have not updated my website lately, but I have been very busy playing and having fun! Mommy and Daddy bought me a little swimming pool, so I have been splashing around in that when it hasn't been too hot outside. Mommy and Daddy took me to our new water park, Cape Splash, this weekend! I had a blast running through the sprinkler zone. We also got to see big airplanes fly high in the sky at the Air Show! I got to see the Blue Angel jets! It was so exciting!
Mommy has been feeling well with her pregnancy, and I give her belly/baby kisses a lot. Anxious to find out if it is a boy or a girl?! Only five more weeks until we find out!! I'll keep you posted. Love you all.
Benjamin

World's Best Big Brother - May 2010

2010-05-02T12:02:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I have some exciting news to share with you. I'm going to be a Big Brother come December. Mommy is having her second baby, and I can't wait to find out if I will be blessed with a baby brother or sister?! Mommy tells me she is about nine weeks along, and has been a little queasy. It's been hard on her to carry me around these days, so now we just hold hands. I have a lot of things to work on over the next seven months. I'm trying to learn to use my big boys potty, and get rid of my paci, ut it has been really tough. I thought it would be nice of me to give my pacis to my new brother or sister when he or she comes. I am really excited about the new baby, and give Mommy's belly kisses all the time. Be sure to check out Mommy's belly pictures the first Sunday of each month. I love you all.
Benjamin

Happy Easter - April 4, 2010

2010-04-04T12:12:00.000-07:00

Happy Easter everyone! We are so blessed to have all of you in our lives. My Uncle Jamie got to come down to visit us this weekend. He is one crazy guy! We played outside and had a great time. We also went to church Easter Sunday, and I got to hunt for Easter eggs for the third time. I just love Easter Egg Hunts! The weather was beautiful, and I got to swing on the church playground too. Enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

Easter Egg Hunt - March 27th, 2010

2010-04-01T12:38:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy took me to the Cape Area Easter Egg Hunt today, and I got a lot of Easter Eggs! It was a little chilly that day, but we had a lot of fun. I'm getting excited about the Easter Egg Hunt at my church this weekend! I will update those photos soon. Mommy also took me to the park, and I got to hang off the monkey bars. We had such a great time. Love you all.
Benjamin

March Madness - March 6, 2010

2010-03-09T19:07:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I had such a great weekend. Mommy and Daddy took me down to Nashville, TN to visit La La, Uncle Stuart and Aunt Jennifer while they were able to go to watch Murray State win the OVC Tournament! Go Racers! La La flew in to visit family for the week, and she and I had the opportunity to bond. She took me to the Science Center, and we had a lot of fun. I really love my La La. Enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

Exploring Nature - February 27, 2010

2010-02-28T19:03:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy and I got to explore a little bit of nature today. We went to the Conservation/Nature Center, and saw so many different creatures and animals. I even got to touch a snake! I really liked looking at all the big fish. I also had the chance to sit inside of a beavers dam. There were so many interesting things. I can't wait to go back again. Love you all.
Benjamin

Benjamin's 2nd Birthday

2010-02-21T18:37:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Can you believe I am 2 already?! Boy, time sure does fly by fast! I had such a wonderful birthday! It fell on a Friday, so I was able to enjoy the whole weekend with family and friends. Mommy and Daddy took me to the Monster Truck Show, and to Chucky Cheese. Thank you to my Aunt Angie and Stacy for getting everything set up for my big birthday at Chucky Cheese! I also appreciate everyone coming to celebrate with me. My cousin, Dylan, celebrated his birthday with me too! He and I got so many nice presents. Thank you, everyone! Enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

Winter Storm - January 31st, 2010

2010-02-01T07:07:00.001-08:00

Hello Everyone. Winter Storm 2010 hit our area over the weekend, and it brought seven inches of snow with it! We had enough snow to make several snowmen, snowballs, and snow angels! I wasn't a big fan of the cold, though, and wanted to stay inside. Mommy and Daddy made me my first snowman, but all I could do was cry about how cold it was. Though I was only outside for ten minutes, I was so excited to get back inside where it was nice and warm. Now I am gearing up for my second birthday, which is in two weeks!! I wonder what Mommy and Daddy have planned for me?! Be sure to check back to my website for all the great pictures!
Love,
Benjamin

I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas! 2009

2009-12-30T21:31:00.001-08:00

Hello Everyone. I hope you had a lovely Christmas this year. Daddy, Mommy, and I went up to my Great Aunt Paula and Uncle Rick's house for Chrismtas Eve to spend time with Daddy's side of the family, and then we headed further North that night to Gramma and Grampa's. We even had a white Christmas! It was so pretty, and Mommy eventually took me out in the snow for a few mintues. It was very cold though, so we had to come back inside. I opened gifts with my cousin Dylan, and he and I got so many nice things. I enjoyed opening the presents, of course, more than actually playing with the toys themselves. However, I did enjoy putting together a funny face on my Mr. Potato Head. I also really liked my train set too. Thank you Gramma, Grampa, Aunt Angie, Dylan, Uncle Ronnie, Aunt Jamie, Uncle Jamie, La La, Walter, GG, and Leisa for giving me such nice things. I will have to admit that I was a very good boy this year. Have a wonderful holiday season, and enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

Getting Closer to Christmas! December, 2009

2009-12-17T19:11:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Happy Holidays! I am so excited that Christmas is almost here!! Mommy and I have been singing Christmas carols on the way to school everyday, and at night before I go to bed. My favorite songs is "Oh Christmas Tree", "Frosty the Snowman", and "Jingle Bells." I also really enjoy looking at all the Christmas lights around town. I make Mommy and Daddy plug in the big Christmas tree and the little Christmas tree everyy night when I get home from school. I know how to say "Ho Ho Ho... Merry Christmas!" I've even had the chance to see Santa Claus a couple of times too, and have been telling my friends at school..."he's watching you." I guess I have been good this year. Some other exciting news... I am now sleeping in my big boys bed through the night!! Mommy and Daddy converted my crib into a toddler bed, and I feel like such a big boy now! Mommy and Daddy give me a high five every morning for laying all by myself. Merry Christmas to all of you! Love,
Benjamin

Thanksgiving in Smashville - 2009

2009-11-30T20:59:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Hope all of you had a nice Thanksgiving holiday! Mommy, Daddy, and I went down to Nashville to celebrate Thanksgiving at my Uncle Stuart and Aunt Jennifer's house. They were so nice to have prepared such a wonderful Thanksgiving meal for all of us. I got to see so many family members including my La La, Gandy, Aunt Ashey, Uncle Arty, Great Aunty Becky, and my Great Uncle Paul. I also got to visit with Aunt Jen's Mom and her family. We all had a really nice time. Everyone was amazed at how good I was the entire weekend. Enjoy the photos. Love,
Benjamin

"Dinomite" Halloween - 2009

2009-11-02T12:31:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I hope you all had a nice Halloween. I got to dress up as a dinosaur! I got to hand out some candy to a few trick-o-treaters, and then Mommy and Daddy took me to a trunk-o-treat event where I got to show off my "dino" mite costume. I ended up getting a lot of candy, but I'm still a little too little to enjoy it, so Mommy and Daddy will have some treats for a long time. Love you all.
Benjamin

Sleeping In - October 22, 2009

2009-10-22T16:00:00.001-07:00

Hello Everyone. I have been recovering a bad stomach virus this week. Mommy and Daddy have been busy trying to nurse me back to health, and I they have been worried sick. They haven't gotten much sleep this week either. In the pictures below, I am trying to wake Daddy up for work, but he is enjoying his sleep. He loves his sleep. Wake up, Daddy. Enjoy the photos.

Benjamin

Mini Family Vacation, St. Louis - October 2004

2009-10-04T19:02:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy, Daddy, and I went to St. Louis for the weekend on a mini family vaction. We were able to do lots of things. We got to try out some different foods at the Tasting of St. Louis. We also got to see the Arch, and went to the last regular season Cardinal baseball game. According to Mommy and Daddy, I wasn't a very well behaved boy, but at least I have my good looks to pull me through the tough times. Enjoy the photos. Love you.
Benjamin

My Second Visit to the St. Louis Zoo - September 13, 2009

2009-09-14T12:09:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. What an exciting weekend. Mommy and Daddy drove me up to Saint Louis to go to the zoo! Daddy had tickets to the St. Louis Cardinal Baseball game, and took Grampa, Great Uncle Bernie, Great Aunt Paula, Uncle James, and Uncle Ronnie. They lost 9-2, but everyone had a nice time. Mommy, Gramma, Aunt Pretty, and my cousin Dylan and a family friend Taya went to the zoo. My Great Aunt Paula gave us tickets to ride the train and to get into the Kids Zone. Thank you so much! I loved the train, but I think my favorite thing about my second visit to the zoo was getting to pet the goats. I made sure I went around and pet every single one. I also got to see a big brown bear! Thank you everyone for such a wonderful weekend.
Be thinking of Mommy and me this week.... we are competiting at the SEMO District Fair! Mommy is singing in the Heartland Idol Competition, and I am competiting in the cutest baby boy contest. That shouldn't be too hard to judge who is the cutest boy this side of the Mississippi....lol. Enjoy the photos.
Love,
Benjamin

Down on the Farm - Labor Day Weekend 2009

2009-09-08T12:43:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy, Daddy, and I went to Gramma and Grampa's Farm over the holiday weekend. We had such a nice time. I got to do so much! I got to sit on a four-wheeler, feed the cows, and even sit on a tractor! I also watched Grampa tear down his old shed with his bulldozer. My cousin Dylan played with me a lot too. I also started talking a lot more over the weekend too. It was hard leaving the Farm. There is so many fun things to do there. I look forward to our next visit! Enjoy the pictures.
Love,
Benjamin.

Mr. Basketball - August 12th, 2009

2009-08-18T12:09:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy and Daddy bought me a real basketball hoop! It even came with a ball! I was so excited, and all I kept saying was "shoot it!" I have discovered that I have some mad basketball skills! Look out UK...here comes the next Wildcat! Enjoy the photos.
Love you.
Benjamin

So Fresh and So Clean - August 10, 2009

2009-08-10T19:32:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I wanted to show off my new haircut. Mommy took me on Sunday to get it cut. I feel like a new man. I have also added some pictures of helping Mommy fold the laundry. These were taken before my haircut. I also have a couple of photos on here of me painting at school. Enjoy the photos. Love you all.
Benjamin

The Ladies Man - August 5, 2009

2009-08-05T20:19:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. My Aunt Pretty bought me a t-shirt that says "Ladies Man" on it, which we all know that I am....lol. I do have three girlfriends at the moment. One of them being long distance. There names are Riley, Carley, and Meghan. Riley is the oldest at almost 3, Carely is 2, and Meghan is just 7 months. They are all my ladies. Thank you Aunt Pretty for my shirt. I hope it continues to help me pick up some hot babes.
Benjamin

Climbing Up Fast - July 24th, 2009

2009-07-26T11:44:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I was finally able to pull myself up on the couch this past weekend! Boy, have I been trying to accomplish this for a long time now. Mommy and Daddy are just waiting for the day when I fall off. I've told them I would be safe. Enjoy the photos.
Love you,
Benjamin

G.G.'s Airplane - July 19, 2009

2009-07-23T21:09:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. My G.G. and his girlfriend, Lisa, came down to visit Mommy, Daddy, and me over the weekend. I got to sit in my G.G.'s airplane for the very first time! It was so exciting, and there were so many buttons and controls! I will have to go up for a ride sometime. I have also been busy saying a lot of big words lately like lawnmower, motorcylce, airplane, and blueberries. La La would be happy to know that I LOVE BLUEBERRIES! It has become my favorite food lately, along with Daddy's favorite.... CHEESE! Enjoy the photos.
Benjamin

All-Star Experience - July 13, 2009

2009-07-14T20:08:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Daddy went to the 2009 All-Star Weekend in St. Louis. His trip included a day at the Fan Fest on Sunday, and the Homerun Derby on Monday. Daddy got to see all sorts of baseball history. Albert Pujols hit a homerun during the derby that just went over Daddy's head. Daddy didn't catch the ball, but he had a great time! He didn't go to the All-Star game, but my Uncle James did, and he said it was such an incredible experience. Daddy brought me home my very first baseball. He told me I needed to put it on my shelf in my room and treasure it for the next 50 years, but instead I just threw it in the bathtub. Now it is one of my favorite bathtub toys! Good luck to the Cardinals in the second half of the season! Enjoy the photos.
Love you all.
Benjamin

"Cold Mountain" - June 2009

2009-06-15T12:19:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy and Daddy took me on my first trip to Durango, Colorado to visit my La La and Grand Dear, who I call "Gandy." I flew on my first airplane. Mommy and Daddy said I did really good considering it was my first time. They bribed me with my bottle and food. We had such a nice time. I got to see deer, go down a water slide at the local rec center, watch a kayaking competition, love on La La's cat, Alex, whom I call "Addy" and on Rosebud the dog, and I even got my first haircut! I also had a good time looking at the creek behind La La and Gandy's house. Mommy and Daddy had a day to themselves, and they went white water rafting down the Animas River!! They said they can't wait to go again! I look forward to when I'm big enough to go with them. We had a great time even though it was a little chilly and rainy earlier in the week. We are looking forward to visiting again next year. Enjoy the photos. Love you all.
Benjamin

Future BMX Rider?! Sunday, May 31st, 2009

2009-06-01T12:10:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I had such a great weekend hanging out with Daddy. Mommy was in Henderson recording a CD with several former Henderson County High School Choir students. They put together a CD in honor of their former vocal director, Robert "Bob" Ellis. So, Daddy and I had a weekend to bond. We went swimming, and he took me to Grant's Farm to see all the animals. Thanks Dad.
Also over the weekend, I had a wild idea to stand up on my four wheeler all on my own?! I could grow up to be a BMX rider!?! Mommy said no way, and she still took photos of my talent.
Love you all.
Benjamin

Summertime In Bloom - May 27th, 2009

2009-05-27T12:32:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy, Daddy, and I went to Gramma and Grampa Broeckling's Farm this weekend, but we forgot to bring our camera, so I don't have any pictures from the weekend to show you. However, I do have a photo of my latest art work from school, and some latest photos of our front yard. We added shutters and a new storm door!With Summertime in bloom, everything is really starting to look nice again. Enjoy the photos. Miss you all.
Benjamin

Mother's Day Weekend... A trip to the STL Zoo! May 10, 2009

2009-05-11T09:25:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Daddy took Mommy and me to the Saint Louis Zoo for Mother's Day weekend. This is what Mommy wanted as her gift, and I was excited to go because it was my first time! I got to see all kinds of animals. After our trip to the zoo, Daddy took us to visit my Great Gramma and Grampa Broeckling's burial site. We had a wonderful weekend. Enjoy the photos.
Benjamin

Talking Like It's Hot! May 8.2009

2009-05-08T20:05:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I have been very busy getting my walking down pat, and talking a lot. Mommy got me some big foam magnetic letters that we have on our refrigerator, and every night we spell out new words. My favorite word this week has been "Hot!" When I see Mommy or Daddy cooking I say "hot" because I know the stove or oven is hot. It is so much fun to say too! I have also been saying "ka ka", which Daddy taught me. This represents something bad or nasty. For example, I was trying to reach in the kitchen trash can, and Daddy said "ka ka." I say it all the time. Grampa Broeckling would be proud. Lots of other exciting things going on.... Mommy and Daddy are taking me to the zoo tomorrow for the firs time! I will be updating my website with those photos for sure. My new favorite food is spaghetti, so enjoy the photos below. I miss you all!!
Benjamin

Walking to Recovery - April 23, 2009

2009-04-24T04:24:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. As some of you may know I went to the doctor earlier this week to find out that I had an ear infection in both ears! Yikes! Mommy was so worried. Luckily, my ear issues weren't too severe, so good thing Mommy took me to the doctor when she did. Now that I have been on antibiotics I am on the road to recovery! Some big news happened over the weekend... I AM WALKING 100%! I started taking off on my own on Saturday, April 18th! Daddy was in Chicago for the Cardinals/Cubs baseball game to later discover that the game would be cancelled. He was disapointed, but I quickly turned his spirits around when he came home to see me walking! I am still talking up a storm too. My new thing now is "All Gone." Enjoy my photos. Love you all.
Benjamin

Easter Weekend 2009!

2009-04-13T20:54:00.001-07:00

Hello Everyone. I hope all of you had a lovely Easter weekend! Mommy, Daddy, and I went to Gramma and Grampa's Farm for the Easter weekend. Plus, Daddy celebrated his 34th birthday, so that made it even more special! I surprised Daddy by getting him a t-shirt that said Best Day... Hands Down, and I used paint and placed my hand prints in the middle of the t-shirt. It turned out really cute, and he liked it a lot. Mommy surprised Daddy, and was able to win two tickets to the Cardinal Baseball game on Easter Sunday. Mommy and Daddy said I was so good that you didn't even know I was at the game. I just sat on Mommy's lap the whole time, and didn't make one peep. I must have been tired for that to happen...lol. No, really, it was all very exciting with the lights and music! While we were at the Farm I got to experience my first real Easter Egg Hunt! I found six eggs with Mommy and Daddy's help. Some other big and exciting news.... I started walking completely on my own Easter weekend! I took 42 steps all by myself on Daddy's Birthday! Enjoy the photos of our fun weekend. I love you all, and miss you very much.
Benjamin

I'm Gonna Get You - April 1, 2009

2009-04-01T19:05:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I have been busy these last few weeks learning to walk, talk, and even sing! So far I have been busy saying uh oh, ball, dog, and I just said puppy for the first time today! I also can meow like a cat. What are Mommy and Daddy teaching me?! I love to sing "Take Me Out To The Ball Game with Mommy and Daddy. I am also busy playing "come and get me!" I have mastered how to open and close doors, which you can see in the pictures below. You will also notice that I have been busy playing with my neighbor's dog, Broodus. He gave me a bath the other night with his big sloppy tongue. I didn't mind it at first, but I got a little frustrated with it after a while. I know he's just trying to show his love for me. Anyway, I'm glad the warmer weather is finally making its way here! Happy Spring, everyone.... and Happy Easter as well!
Love you all.
Benjamin

March Madness 2009!

2009-03-22T12:25:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. It's March Madness baby!!! Some of you may not remember, but I was the Sweet 16 Champion last year at Daddy's work! My bracket was good last year, and so far it is looking like I maybe the defending champ!?!? I've been lazin' around watching game after game, and I am worn out! You will notice my nice shiner that I got a school. It looks a lot worse than it feels. Mommy and Daddy have been spoiling me wrotten with love, so I'm eating it up!! Good luck to those of you who filled out a bracket this year!! Love you all.
Benjamin

Time to Party - February 19, 2009!

2009-02-28T14:17:00.001-08:00

Hello Everyone. Can you believe I turned the Big 1 on February 19??!?! My birthday fell on a Thursday this year, so Mommy and Daddy waited until Saturday, February 21st to give me my first big birthday party! My party was at my house, and there were over 50 friends and family who came! I am so appreciative of all the nice gifts that everyone gave me. One of my very favorites is my stuffed animal puppy. I call him Puppy. He and I are very best friends, and I play with him every day when I get home from school. He loves my other stuffed animal friends too Ugi, Kentucky Bear, sheep, rabbit, and frog. We all have so much fun playing together. I also got a Radio Flyer tricycle from my Great Aunt Laura, and Mommy and Daddy give me rides on it almost every night. We ride all throughout the house. It is a lot of fun, and I will be able to ride it outside this Summer! Mommy was so proud that my GG gave me my first Kentucky t-shirt! Living in Missouri, I don't think too many people were too thrilled about that....lol. I had so much fun playing with all the kids at my party too. Mommy's co-worker, Ashley, took all the photos for Mommy and Daddy. Thank you Ashley. Love you all.
Benjamin

First Racer Basketball Game!

2009-02-18T20:55:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy and Daddy took me to my very first Murray State Racer Basketball game on Tuesday night, February 17th. The Racers thumped the Southeast Missouri Red Hawks by 20 points! I enjoyed the excitement of the game, and especially when the band would play. I was cheering my little heart out. I hope the Racers make it to the NCAA Tournament this year, so that I can watch them on national television! Later that night when we came home from the game, Daddy wanted me to be the star of the Got Milk Campaign....lol. I'm so excited about my birthday party!!! Mommy and Daddy have been working hard. Look forward to seeing you all this weekend!!!! Enjoy the photos.
Benjamin

My First Super Bowl - 2009

2009-02-07T08:13:00.001-08:00

Hello Everyone. Sorry I haven't posted anything in a while. We have all been really busy lately trying to get the house looking good before my BIG FIRST BIRHTDAY PARTY!!
In the meantime, I was able to enjoy my first Super Bowl! The Arizona Cardinals played the Pittsburgh Stealers. I was hoping the Cardinals would win, but they just couldn't pull it off. Oh well. It was a great game to watch! In other news.... Mommy took me to the doctor the next day because I had a really bad cough. The doctor said that Mommy brought me just in time because I could have suffered from RSV or even pneumonia. I have to take an antibiotic twice a day, and Mommy and Daddy have been giving me breathing treatments. I will say that I am feeling a lot better, and I've been sleeping a lot to try and get better for my big party. Love you all.
Benjamin

On Your Mark... Get Set.... WALK!

2009-01-24T08:58:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I have been busy learing to walk! Mommy and Daddy have been holding my hands while I take little steps. I am also using my walker in the pictures below. It won't be too much longer until I'm walking on my own!
Love you all.
Benjamin

Ben Picaso - January 2009

2009-01-16T20:44:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I have been busy so far this year at school painting. My teachers are letting us use finger paints to release our energy. It is so much fun. The purplish/red picture i painted with my fingers. We also got to use sidewalk chalk to draw a picture on construction paper. Mine is the red paper. We got to use tooth brushes to paint a picture. Mine is the blue one. And, I got to use my first paint brush, which is the orange and green painting. Don't worry, I didn't do this all in one day. I am loving school so much. Enjoy my paintings. You can just call me ben Picaso. Love you all.
Benjamin

New Year.... New Milestones!

2009-01-06T16:16:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I had a fun-packed weekend. My GG and his girlfriend Lisa came to visit in celebration of Christmas, since we didn't get to be with them during the holidays. They brought me the cutest Kentucky Wilcat bear. I call him KB for Kentucky Bear. He and my other cute stuffed animal friend, Oogy, like to cuddle up with me in my crib. My La La gave me Oogy for Christmas. I've been trying to teach him how to do different things lately. Lots of exciting things happening around the household. Mommy and Daddy have been busy painting the basement trying to finish up their big job, while I have been busy overcoming new milestones! I just learned how to clap my hands together! I am also on the move now, crawling everywhere! I recently discovered how to pull up, so the the couch has come in handy. Boy, do I feel big now! My 1st Birthday is just around the corner! It's hard to believe that it has almost been one year since I came into the world. Time sure does fly by when you are having fun. If anyone is wanting to give me anything, the best gift is money. I can put that toward my college fund! Love you all.
Benjamin

My First Christmas!!

2008-12-25T20:41:00.001-08:00

Hello Everyone! I hope all of you had a wonderful Christmas! My first Christmas started began on Christmas Eve night when Mommy, Daddy, and I went to our Christmas Eve church service. Mommy sang two solos, and did such a beautiful job. GG was supposed to fly in to see me, and to sing with Mommy, but he couldn't make it due to bad weather. I fell asleep on my way home from the church service, and I couldn't stay up to open just one present. I woke up the next morning around 7:00 to find that Santa had left me presents!! I must have been a pretty good boy this year. I got so many wonderful gifts. Then it was off to visit with family in St. Louis. There were so many family members there, including my Gramma, Grampa, my cousin Dylan, my Aunt Angie, Uncle Jamie, Uncle Ronnie, and Aunt Jamie just to name a few. My Great Aunt Paula and Uncle Rick were so gracious to host the festivities, and worked so hard cooking a wonderful Christmas dinner. Before we ate, we all openend a few gifts. I got even more presents at there house! I love all the presents I got, and thank all of you for each and every one. I will get a lot of use out of all of them. Merry Christmas! I LOVE YOU ALL.
Benjamin

My first Big Boys Bath - 12/15/08

2008-12-20T07:26:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I wanted to let you know that I have graduated from my blue bathtub to the Big Boys Bathtub!!! I'm so excited, and Mommy and Daddy are so proud that I can sit up all on my own. Now I have more room to splash and kick my feet. Hope everyone is doing well. I love you.
Benjamin

First Week At School - December 15th

2008-12-18T18:56:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I started school this week, and I love it!! However, I got sick Wednesday night with the stomach bug. Boy, Mommy and Daddy were worried. I was up all night throwing up. Luckily, Mommy stayed home with me to nurse me back to health. Thanks Mom. Anyway, school is so fun. We sings songs, play musical instruments, and have so much fun!
Love to you all.
Benjamin

Celebrating Christmas Early December 13, 2008

2008-12-15T17:03:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy, Daddy, and I went to visit Gramma and Grampa to celebrate Christmas early with them. Aunt (Pretty) Angie and my cousin Dylan were there too. They all got me so many nice presents. Dylan had to show me how to unwrap the gifts. I wans't too sure how that worked, but he taught me how, and I loved every second of it. I got so many nice things including a four wheeler, an interactive learning center, my first toy tractor, a farm set with all the farm animals, some books, clothes, and the coolest drum that spells out the alphabet. Mommy says I got a little spoiled. Thank you all so much for my sweet gifts. I hope all of you have a safe and wonderful Christmas!
Love,
Benjamin

Happy Holidays - December 5th, 2008

2008-12-07T12:28:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I had such a great weekend! Mommy and Daddy took me to see Santa Claus at Daddy's work! Mommy and Daddy were happy that I didn't cry when I saw him. He is kind of strange looking, but I enjoyed sitting on his lap. He gave me a toy hammer too!! I must have been a good boy this year?! I also had fun playing on the floor with the crayons and markers. Mommy made me a Christmas card as a keepsake for my scrapbook, so that I can look back on the day I visited with Santa for the first time! Lately, I have been infatuated with our Christmas trees in our house! Mommy and Daddy will ask me where the Christmas tree is, and I know where to look instantly. It is just so pretty. I need to try and see if Mommy will put one in my room too?!
Over the weekend I also had the best bath so far! Daddy gave me a bath, and we had fun making my hair look like a mohawk! Daddy and I act goofy when we are together. Poor Mommy has to put up with us crazy guys. I am looking forward to next weekend when I get to visit with my Gramma and Grampa up at the Farm! I'll have some more pictures to share with you soon. Happy Holidays everyone.
Love,
Benjamin

Time to give Thanks - November 27th, 2008

2008-12-06T20:35:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone. I'm sorry I haven't had time to update my website lately. We have been so busy the last few weeks traveling! Over the Thanksgiving holiday we traveled for over 15 hours in a four day period. We drove through four states in just four days! We were able to visit with so many friends and family over the holiday weekend! Faye Faye and Billy let us stay with them for two nights, so we thank you guys so much. We had such a delightful time Thanksgiving day at my Great Aunt Becky and Uncle Paul's in Kentucky. We went on a long walk after our delicous Thanksgiving meal that Great Aunt Becky worked so hard on, and played a little touch football along the way! Mommy and Daddy won against Grandaddy Dear and Uncle Stuart. Yay! Go Mommy and Daddy!! I got to visit with so many people, including my La La, who I haven't seen in nine months. Thank you, La La, for my dinosaur book and cute clothes!! I also had the opportunity to see my GG at his new home in Frankfort. I even got to see the capital building at night! Boy, was it pretty!! We also got to visit with one of Mommy's dear friends, Liz, and her precious family. I think I may have a new girlfriend... Molly! She is a few months older than I, but boy she is a cutie. I also got to see another one of Mommy's friends, Erin, and her precious little ones too. Anyway, it was so great seeing and visiting everyone. We all have so much to be thankful for. Mostly for each other! Enjoy the pictures, and Happy Holidays!
Love,
Benjamin

Catching Up!

2008-11-25T10:18:00.001-08:00

Hello Everyone. Sorry I haven't posted anything in a while. Mommy, Daddy, and I have been very busy. Mommy just started a new babysitting business where she is able to stay home to take care of me and a few other kiddos. She's not too sure if she likes it yet, so keep her in your prayers. Daddy has been busy finishing out the basement. He and our neighbor Joe tore down a wall this past weekend. We only have the ceiling left to drywall, and then it's time to tape, mud, and paint the rooms, and then put the flooring down. It's all coming together. We also got to have our pictures taken in the Fall leaves. That was a lot of fun, but it was kind of cold that day. I'm just so excited that it is Thanksgiving week, and I will be able to see my La La, GG, Uncle Stuart, Aunt Jen, Aunt Ashley, Uncle Arty, and a lot more family that I haven't seen in a while. Besides that, I have been busy trying to learn how to crawl. I am scooting on the floor a lot. I started feeding myself last week, so that has been a lot of fun! Have a wonderful holiday weekend. I'll be in touch, hopefully more often. Love,
Benjamin

Happy Halloween 2008!

2008-11-01T14:45:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I hope all of you had a fun Halloween this year! I was a bat, and Mommy dressed up as "partly cloudy with a chance of rain." It was really creative! Mommy and Daddy took me trick-o-treating around our neighborhood to a few houses, and then we went to a place where there were tons of different things to do for kids! I got to pick a dug out of the swimming pool, and whatever number that was on the bottom was the number of pieces of candy you got. I picked #3! It was such a long night, and I couldn't stay up to see all the goodies I got. I'm sure Mommy and Daddy have eaten half of my goodies by now anyway. Love you all.
Benjamin

Down on the Farm - October 18th, 2008

2008-10-22T19:26:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I had such a good weekend! Mommy and Daddy took me to Gramma and Grampa's Farm. I got to go on my first four wheeler ride. Daddy drove, while Mommy was holding me tight in the middle. Don't worry, Daddy was very safe and drove very slowly. It was a little chilly out, so I had to wear my hooded jacket. We drove down to the end of the driveway to wait for my cousin, Dylan, to get off of the school bus. We all were so happy to see each other! I also got to play with Riley, who is one of my many girlfriends!! Her parents, Mike and Kelly, are some of Mommy and Daddy's good friends, and they were able to come up for the weekend to hang out with us! Riley and I loved to play. She is only a little over a year older than I am, so we had a lot in common. She is really pretty, and tried to kiss me a couple of times, but I wasn't in the mood. I got to see my Aunt (Pretty) Angie too. She still thinks I am the cutest little baby, and can make me laugh so much. Sorry there are no pictures of you on this post, Gramma, but thank you so much for spending so much time with me over the weekend. Your sweet voice makes my heart melt. I love you and Grampa very much. Enjoy the pictures everyone!
Benajmin

Murray State Football Homecoming October 11, 2008

2008-10-14T10:56:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy, Daddy, and I went to Murray State's Football Homecoming over the weekend and had a wonderful time. They took me down campus, and were telling me about the good ole' days. We even went to the bookstore, and I got a cute t-shirt and my very first football!! After that, we down to what they call the Shoe Tree. This is where when two students meet on campus and then marry come back to hang up their shoes to signify their love. It is a really cool idea! Mommy and Daddy started their own shoe tree up at Gramma's and Grampa's Farm, and used the other matching shoe. Sweet, huh?! From there we headed to Tent City and onto the game. We got to visit with some old friends. Murray won the game 51 to 21!! Go Racers!! Mommy and Daddy then met up with one of Mommy's former roommates from college, Emily. It was good visiting with her. What a wonderful weekend. Enjoy the pictures. Love you all.
Benjamin

Begg's Family Farm - October 4 2008

2008-10-08T10:33:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy and Daddy took me to my first field trip to Begg's Family Farm. I got to see Pigs race, have little ponies lick my hands, watch Mommy feed the goats, and my favorite part was discovering my first pumpkin! There were so many different sizes of pumpkins, and I got to sit in a trailer full of them! We all had a great time. Love you all.
Benjamin

And The Winner Is.... October 4, 2008

2008-10-04T17:05:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Happy Autumn! I had such an exciting weekend! Mommy entered me in another baby contest at a local Fall Festival, and this time I didn't get third place or even second place... I won!!! Mommy and I were so thrilled. Especially after not even placing in the top three at the SEMO Fair a couple of weeks ago. This competition was really cool too. Mommy sat me down on this big blue cover, and the judges would see what all I would do while I was sitting on there. Plus, she took me right up to the judges table, so they could get a good look at how handsome I really was!! By the way, I won the "prettiest eyes" category too. They had a cutest smile category, but since I won so much already the judges had to be fair by allowing another little boy to win something. After my contest Mommy and I strolled around to see all the fun things going on, and I even got to sit on my first hay bail. Mommy and I had so much fun, and are so thrilled that I won! Enjoy the pictures.
Love you all.
Benjamin

Lions and Tigers and.... Bats? Oh My!

2008-10-01T21:51:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Halloween is approaching fast, and Mommy is trying very hard to find the cutest costume for me to wear. She first bought me a Lion costume, which I have to admit was pretty darn cute. However, it was way to small. So, Mommy returned it hoping to find a bigger size. Unfortunately, there were no more Lion costumes. So, the next costume she bought was a Tiger. Daddy was really excited about this one because of the Missouri Tigers! The tag said 6-18 months! Pretty broad range of size there. So, Mommy just new this one would fit. Well, the Tiger costume didn't fit me either. Mommy and Daddy were both crushed. Third times a charm, right? Mommy looked everyone for something cute and not silly for me to wear, and decided to go with a Bat costume for now. I tried it on, and it fits really well, but Daddy's not too sure if he likes it or not yet, so there might be a fourth costume attempt. Who knows what I'll end up dressing up as. I'll keep you posted.

September Milestones!

2008-09-30T10:41:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Wow! September has been a big month for me! I have hit a lot of milestones! On Monday, September 8th, I started rolling from my back to my tummy. On Wednesday, September 10th, I cut my first tooth on the bottom right. It didn't hurt that bad, and I barely cried. I just drooled a lot. On Thursday, September 11th, I went to the doctor to get my third round of shots. I have grown up a lot because it barely hurt. Plus, I found out that I now weigh a little over 20 pounds! I'm just growing so fast! On Saturday, September 13th, Mommy and Daddy took me swimming for the first time. I LOVED IT! On Monday, September 15th, I finally started sitting up all on my own with no support from Mommy and Daddy. I'll be crawling before I know it. On Tuesday, September 16th, I rolled from my tummy to my back. Now, Mommy and Daddy call me Rolly Polly. And the biggest milestone of the month happened on Thursday, September 25th when I said my very first word.... DA DA! Oh, Daddy was soooo excited. Mommy kept trying to get me to say MA MA, but I just can't spit it out. I still love you very much, Mommy.
Benjamin

My First Dip - September 12, 2008

2008-09-13T18:25:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone! I have some exciting news! I took my first dip in the indoor swimming pool today at Mommy and Daddy's gym! I absolutely loved it! I got to kick my feet and splish splash in the water. I'm already looking forward to next weekend, when Mommy and Daddy take me again! The funny thing is that even though I was in warmer water, I didn't even go pee in the pool, but instead peed on Mommy afterwards when she was changing my diaper. We just laughed. Enjoy the pictures. Love you all.
Benjamin

The Heartland Idol's - September 10, 2008

2008-09-10T16:26:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy and I have been preparing for weeks for our performances at the district fair. I was in the cutest baby boy contest, and Mommy sang in the Idol competition. I was against 14 other baby boys ages 3-6 months. I was disappointed because I didn't even place in the top three, and I was seriously the cutest baby in the contest! Mommy competed against 12 other singers, but there was only one winner, and I was sad that Mommy didn't win. She was sooooo good, and looked soooooo beautiful!She sang "How Far" by Martina McBride. We are going to win it all next year! Enjoy our pictures. Love you.
Benjamin

Just A Singin' - September 2008

2008-09-08T16:34:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I'm sorry I haven't updated my website in a while. I've had some technical difficulties. There is a lot of news to update you on!! I have been rolling over a lot lately, and I am sitting up all on my own!! I am eating a lot more too lately! My new favorite foods are pears and applesauce! I love my veggies, but I'm not a big fan of peas! Yucky! I tolerate them though because Mommy tells me they will make me big and strong. Mommy surprised me, and bought me the cutest onesie that I am wearing in the pictures! She loves to sing to me everyday, so she wanted me to represent some karaoke action. Love you all.
Benjamin

Fantasy Footbal 2008!

2008-08-24T19:17:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Daddy has spent so much time this year checking his fantasy baseball team, and now he is getting ready for the footbal season. He tells me he's in the process of winning the baseball regular season championship, and has high hopes of winning the playoffs. He tells me the payout could be around $1,100, but I just look at it as more food and fresh diapers. After weeks of asking me to join his fantasy football leaugue, I decided to help him with his draft this weekend! This is Daddy's second football draft already, and he tells me he has another one next week. I don't understansd why he has so many teams. He got some guy by the name of Ladinan Thomlinson with the first round pick, and was pretty excited! I didn't see what all the hoopla was about I'm kind of conserned about his team because he drafted a lot of the St. Louis Rams players.... don't they stink....lol? I just play along to keep Daddy happy. Good luck, Daddy. I hope you win! And too all of you... I love you very much.
Benjamin.

Sesame Street - August 16, 2008

2008-08-20T12:02:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. With just a few days away from my six month birthday, Mommy and Daddy took me to see Sesame Street Live! Mommy and Daddy's favorite character is Cookie Monster. I waited and waited, and he finally came on stage! It was so exciting and very colorful. I even wore my Kentucky Wildcat onesie to make my Uncle Stu proud!
On that same day, Mommy competed in the second round of the Heartland Idol competition! She did such a great job, and is advancing onto the final round at the Distric Fair on September 10th! Good luck, Mommy!
Love you all.
Benjamin

A Visit with Family and Friends - 8/08

2008-08-12T17:18:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy and I have been bad lately about updating my website for all of you to see. Not a whole lot has been going on since my last post, but there are a couple of things I wanted to share with you. I have tried several different foods including peas, sweet potatoes, bananas, and pears. So far, I have really loved all the sweet foods. I wasn't too excited about the peas, but I know that I need my greens. Besides that, I'm just growing more and more each day. My Aunt Angie and cousin Dylan came to visit me last week for a couple of days. They helped babysit me, since my babysitter was on vacation. Thanks for watching me guys.
The weather has been so nice this week, and Mommy is on vacation this week to watch me. We have had sooo much fun!! It is going to be hard for Mommy to go back to work, and for us to be apart. We went to visit a good friend, Elizabeth, in Paducah today. We had lunch and did a little window shopping. It was good haning out with the Ladies! Mommy and Daddy are taking me to see Sesame Street this weekend! I'll let you know all about it! Love you all.
Benjamin

Road Trip! July 25, 2008

2008-07-29T12:06:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. First off, I wanted to keep all of you updated on my veggies. I started out with squash for four days, and now I have been eating carrots. Boy, are they delicous! Mommy tells me I'm going to try peas next. Hopefully they will be as yummy as the first two veggies!
Mommy took me on my first long road trip to visit family and friends in Kentucky. Our first stop was at Aunt Ashley and Uncle Arty's house. Then we headed to my Great Aunt Becky and Uncle Paul's house, and then onto Lexington, Kentucky to visit some of Mommy's childhood friends. I got to meet one of Mommy's friend's baby. Here name is Murphy, and she is a cutie. I tried to hold her hand, but she doesn't have time for boys right now. Mommy said I was a great traveler. She was nice enough to take a couple of pit stops for me to stretch out and eat. We had soooo much fun. I'm already looking forward to our next road trip!
Love,
Benjamin

Look Out! July 20, 2008

2008-07-20T20:35:00.001-07:00

Hello Everyone. I hit another milestone over the weekend by having my first baby food this weekend!! Mommy and Daddy gave me squash, and I loved it. I did pretty good with the whole concept of having a spoon in my mouth. Mommy and Daddy kept taking lots of pictures, and even got me on video too! I will continue eating squash for the next few days, and then peas will be next. If only I could get Daddy to try squash. Boy, he doesn't know what he is missing. Love you all.
Benjamin

Time to Excercise! July 19, 2008

2008-07-19T20:19:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I had my second round of shots on this week. I had to get five more shots, and Mommy said I did a really good job. She said that I didn't get as upset this time as I did the first time. It still hurt though. The doctor said that I am doing great! I now weigh 18 pounds, and 4 ounces. I am in the 95% of my weight and length. The doctor also told Mommy that she can start feeding me baby food!! That sounds exciting. I'll keep you posted on how that goes, so stay tuned.
Mommy was so nice, and went out to buy me an excersaucer to help me keep my mind off of the pain from my shots. I just love my excersaucer! Thank you so much, Mommy. Mommy, Daddy, and I went to St. Louis over the weekend. Mommy and Daddy went to the Cardinal Baseball game Friday night with some very good friends, Whitney and Ryan Tate. Daddy tells me it was a great game. The Cards won 9-7!! I stayed at Mommy and Daddy's friends' house, Heather. This was the first time Mommy and Daddy have been away from me overnight. It was good that they had an opportunity to have some time together without me for a change. I was on my best behavior, and didn't give Heather any problems. I miss all of you very much.
Love, Benjamin

Happy 4th of July - 2008

2008-07-09T19:38:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. I hope all of you had a delightful 4th of July!! Mommy and Daddy took me to Gramma and Grampa's Farm over the holiday weekend! It worked out really well because the holiday fell on a Friday, so Mommy and Daddy had an extra day to play with me and visit with family. We had such a fun and relaxing time. I even got to see a couple of fireworks, but couldn't stay up for all of them. I got really sleepy. I also got to see the cows, and enjoyed overlooking the pond while sitting on the front porch. Did you see how cute Grampa's shirt is?! One of his friends gave that to him. I need to look into getting one for each of my family members. Enjoy the pictures. Love you all.
Benjamin

My First Horsey Ride - June 29th, 2008

2008-06-29T19:13:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy and Daddy took me to our church picnic, and I got to ride my first horsey! Her name was Blue, and she was the sweetest horse. Mommy rode with me, so that I wouldn't fall off. It was so much fun, and I look forward to the next time. Love you all.
Benjamin

Weekend Fun! June 28th, 2008

2008-06-28T19:52:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy, Daddy, and I played at the house over the weekend, and we took lots of pictures. I even got my picture taken with Daddy's shoes on my feet.
We had so much fun.
Love you all.
Benjamin

Vacation Bible School - June 25th, 2008

2008-06-25T19:56:00.001-07:00

Hello Everyone. Mommy and Daddy have been busy this week. Mommy has been teaching music at Vacation Bible School every night this week, and Daddy has been staying home to watch me. Mommy did take me to Bible School one night this week, and I got to see a lot of kids running around and having fun. The highlight of the night was watching Mommy dressed up as Ariel from the Little Mermaid. She came out and surprised all of us and sang Part of That World. It was so good, and Daddy was able to make it too. We really enjoyed it. After Mommy sang, the little kids ran up to her for her autograph and picture. I love you Mommy and Daddy.
Benjamin