Just to hear you cry..

As I stare at my baby girl I can hardly speak as to my love for her. I would lay down my life for this child. I hope one day Kaleigh can read all the posts I have written about her and get to experience my love for her. She makes me smile every day...even when I don't feel like smiling. She is truly an angel sent from heaven. As she approaches her 2nd birthday, I think more and more about the first time I saw her face. It was and still is a struggle for me to remember the day she came into this world. It was a long, rough, traumatic and amazing day. I've never been in so much pain and agony in my life. I was scared for her and I for so many reasons. I'm learning to cope with what happened to me and hopefully one day get over the trauma. The joyful, happy birth I was expecting and fantasizing about hadn't come true....They rushed her away form me and before I knew it doctors were gathered around her and I was sitting on the delivery bed, alone, elevated in the air and helpless. I just wanted to hold my baby girl! As I waited to hear her first cry, I prayed God wouldn't take her away from me. Then I heard it, the most amazing sound in the world. It was beautiful...She was and is beautiful. I'll never forget that day. She was worth every second of misery they put me through. I love you Kaleigh Madison more than you will ever know. :) 

The light of my LIFE..

How can you not smile? :)

Hope everyone has a great weekend!!!

Happy Fathers Day!!

Happy Fathers Day to all the wonderful men in my life!!

Brentton; you are the most amazing father I could have ever imagined for our daughter. You make her laugh, give her everything she could ever want, put her needs first, play her favorite games and read her books, She said "dada" first, she loves "squeezing" you, giving you kisses and playing ball. You teach her so many things and I know you will continue to show her what kind of person to be. You provide for us and work so hard to give us everything we want. We love you very much!!!

Dad; Words can't even express how much I love you. I think about you every single day. My whole life you worked so hard and gave me everything I wanted and needed. You taught me so much and I know I have your best traits <3 You are funny, smart, hard working, loving and you care so much about how other people feel. You have a huge heart and you don't give yourself enough credit. You are a great "papaw" to my baby. She loves you so much and her face lights up every time she sees you. I love you and miss you so much. Your the best!! 

Brian; You mean so much to me. You are the best father-in-law I could have asked for. You welcomed me into your family and make me feel so special. You've always been there when we needed you. You are the most caring man I've ever met, always putting others in front of you. Your smart, thoughtful, giving, full of energy and you always make me smile. I think you are a great father!! Not to mention a wonderful "Pa B" to the princess. You love her more than anyone and she loves you very much. You spoil her to death and you can tell she doesn't mind ;) Thanks for letting me be apart of your amazing family! Love you so much.



Hope all of these amazing daddy's have a wonderful day!! Love you all

One away from Two...

My Baby is one month away from being a two year old!! Can you believe it? I know I say that every month but this is an emotional one for me. I will no longer be able to say she is One! I wont be able to refer to her in "MONTHS" any more..haha She is getting to be such a big girl. Every single day is a blessing with Kaleigh. She can put a smile on your face on the darkest days. I have never seen a child with a personality as big as hers. She is Smart as a tact ;) Anyways...I wanted to document what her life is on a day to day basis during the week. One day she will appreciate all these posts ;)

Her daily routine...

Get up between 7:30-8:00am

Most of the time we have to drag her out of her crib!

She loves to take a bath in the morning

Loves pony tails (she specifically asks for them)

I will usually ask her if she likes the outfit I pick out, and she WILL tell me ;)

She is a flip flop queen!! Sparkle ones are her fav

She HAS to have her diamond stud earrings in every day

I drop her off at SCHOOL at 8:15am

I HATE leaving her..but she seems to enjoy being with friends!

She's pretty popular at school..all the little kids know her name and get excited to see her!

Pick up between 4-5pm

She has to have a snack and drink when I pick her up.

Playtime--until 7

Bath time at 7:30

Bed time between 8:30-9:00pm

She sleeps with her glow worm, giraffe and dolly ! haha

Sleeps through the night until we drag her out of bed in the morning..

Just a day in the life of a 23 month old.. :)

She would stay outside if we would let her!

Still loves her car she got from Pa B and Mema on her first birthday

Always has to be difficult and climb in the side that doesn't have a door!  haha

driving away..

Birthday Updates VERY soon...Check back

Love , Kacee

Birthday Party Inspiration!

Virtual Invite!! Thinking about ordering these? Being that most everyone who would attend Kaleigh's party are on facebook or read my blog, virtually inviting everyone seems easier and A LOT cheaper!!

Any thoughts?

(will post closer to her party date)

I've requested this cake...waiting on a reply from Gourmet Goodies :) They did Kaleigh's first birthday cake as well as our baby shower cake. I know its good and I can count on them to go a great job!

I LOVE these balloons! I think they are perfect for the party theme..

As for the food we are thinking of doing Jimmy Johns sandwiches, fruits and vegetables! It seems like the best way to go being that it will be HOTTT. Oh, did I mention we are having a pool party :) Missy and Greg are graciously letting us have it at there house. So thankful! Kaleigh is happy there and feels comfortable so it's a no-brainer! If any one has any suggestions please, please email me @ kaceeleigh32@yahoo.com

Until then...I'll blog soon :)

Fun in the Sun..

We got the pleasure of spending the weekend in Georgetown with the family to celebrate our cousin Zack graduating High School. Kaleigh got to enjoy the pool for the first time this year. She LOVES it! I was so happy she wasn't scared to get in the water..You never know how she will react ;) This summer brings a lot of excitement for us. Miss Kaleigh will turn the BIG 2 on July 16th.. We plan on taking her to the zoo soon and she will get to see the ocean for the first time in August. It amazes me how the year has flown by and I'm trying to make the best of each day. For those of you who want to attend her 2nd Birthday Party, we plan on having it on July 23rd (Saturday) in Georgetown at Missy and Greg's house. I'm kinda starting to freak out a little because I have nothing planned! Time some how escaped me... haha

Anyways, I wanted to share some photos of Kaleigh enjoying the swimming pool. Most pics are action shots because she was so busy and did NOT want to pose or smile for me. Have a good week!!!

Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Bikini :)

Butt Shot!

Sitting like a "big girl" as she would say..

Getting back in for the hundredth time

If she was only this peaceful all the time ;)

Reaching for daddy!

B taking a much needed break !

The Life! I wish I could do this every day!

Ka relaxing before breakfast

Speechless....I love Summer time!