The Southern Life of the Sweeney's

Springtime Fun

2009-05-12T20:53:00.006-04:00

Wes provides hours of entertainment for Chad and me as he learns new things everyday. He's been to birthday parties with big inflatable jumping rooms and slides. He LOVES cake, but doesn't like to ask for it politely. Cake is about the only time he has used a fork without asking for help. The camera is the mini-TV where he can watch the baby, so we can no longer take videos and pictures without having to see the baby immediately. I also recently learned Weston is a fan of the Wiggles. We can watch it on Netflix, so he stands at the computer room door and says, "Wiggle, Wiggle!" Chad's not too excited about that, but who doesn't like a little "hot potato, hot potato!"
Our new patio is finished, so anyone is invited over for dinner!

Happy Birthday, Grandma Sue and Grandma Jan!

2009-04-07T20:06:00.007-04:00

In response to the harassing phone calls from my mom, I decided to post pictures and videos of Weston on her birthday. Mom, it was my plan all along. Happy birthday! Love you!

Grandpa playing the Wii!

Weston's Favorite Playthings

2008-11-22T09:13:00.005-05:00

It looks like Wes is going to take after his dad in looks and habits. He loves to talk on the phone and hit a ball around. For those of you who think the cell phone talking is me, check our phone bill. Not even close.

Weston's one and now feeding Mom!

2008-10-26T12:23:00.003-04:00

Walking Weston

2008-10-15T20:36:00.006-04:00

Wes has started walking and running. He mostly tries to run and then nose dives on the carpet. He hasn't hit anything big yet, but we're waiting. His birthday is in 1 1/2 weeks and I can hardly believe it. He uses sippy cups, loves to read books, and throws fits when I move him away from the dog food. Definitely a big boy.

10 1/2 months old

2008-09-13T17:41:00.009-04:00

Weston is has become much more interactive with us lately. He throws fits in Wal-Mart, tells me "no" when I stop reading stories to him, and tries to steal the camera.

We learned recently that Wes doesn't like bubble baths. He whines through the whole thing and tries to get me to pick him up. I'm not sure what he doesn't like, but I think it's the fact that he can't see what's under the bubbles!

I Was Tagged!

2008-06-23T16:17:00.002-04:00

I usually use this blog for pictures with a few brief ramblings, so I'm going to post one without pictures that Krista tagged me to do.

My Joys:
*Chad & Weston
*The rest of my family
*Working part time to be home with Wes.

My Fears:
*Being an uptight mom.
*I worry too much and I'll get an ulcer.
*I will never lose all the weight I gained with Wes.

My Goals:
*Stick to the budget Chad and I made.
*Lose the weight so I look good when I turn 30.
*Be the wife and mother God intended.

My Current Obsessions/Collections:
*Coffee!!!
*Cleaning my house- On Sunday, Chad said that we are cluttery people. I don't like clutter and got mad. Our house was turned upside down and EVERYTHING was put away. I am NOT a cluttery person! :)
*Cooking for cheap.

Random Surprising Facts About Me:
*I don't like powdered sugar on my brownies.
*I wish I liked seafood. It's pretty and most people love it.
*I don't think I'm as ditsy as I come across.

Alright...now it's my turn to tag 4 people:

I don't have anyone else besides Bobs that blogs, but I'd like to hear from mom, Rojean, Heather, Holly, and Lisa. Love you all!

Swimming, swimming in the swimming pool!

2008-06-19T19:51:00.007-04:00

Lately, Weston and I have been a little bored in the afternoons so we've been going to a friend's pool. Chad and I bought him a floaty today and he loves it. Kicking his feet and chewing on all his pool toys... it was great fun for both of us!

Messy Guy!

2008-06-15T20:22:00.009-04:00

Wes was so cute during dinner today. He smeared his chicken and vegetables all over his face and into his eyes. His face is still stained yellow, despite the bath and scrubbing to get it off. Harley got to enjoy some of it too.

Finally...

2008-05-18T20:19:00.000-04:00

After much begging from my mom, I'm finally posting some more pics and hopefully a video. Chad and I are having fun with Wes. He skooches around the house on his belly trying to get to a toy or a lap. On rare occasions, we find something that makes him laugh but it will only work one time. Anyway, here are a few pictures of our little cutie!

Harley and Weston- best friends!

My droodlebug!

Hannah is surrounded by drooly, grabby, little ones!

Weston's outfit for the Walk for Autism. It was freezing!!!

Weston's first Reba concert. I was told it wouldn't be his last... we'll see.

Weston's favorite frog from Kelli. He loves it and rubs his face in it. He also likes to eat his eyes.

Weston with his wall hanging from his great aunt Barb.

Roly Poly!

2008-04-03T21:44:00.000-04:00

Weston has started to push himself up on his hands and knees! It's so funny and he loves to do it. He gets a little surprised when he falls over.

Bath Time!

2008-02-09T22:25:00.000-05:00

Bath time is a favorite at our house. Wes loves to be in the tub. He is just figuring out that when he kicks his feet, water flies everywhere. He also likes to sing, or listen to, Rubber Ducky and some other random Sesame Street song about the bathtub even though mom doesn't know all the words.

Mama's Sweet Boy

2008-02-05T21:12:00.000-05:00

Weston is turning into the sweetest little boy! He smiles at everything, even when he wakes up in the morning or just throws up an entire bottle. Although, when the camera comes out, he gets very somber. He's getting close to rolling over, but won't go that last little bit. He doesn't laugh just yet, but squeals and gasps when he gets excited. Why do I deserve something so sweet? I've never known such joy. I apologize for our ridiculous voices in these videos. Weston makes us do crazy things! :)

Ankles?

2007-10-24T17:27:00.000-04:00

One day before my due date, my ankles turn to cankles. I have barely swollen at all, but at the end, I get the fattest ankles. They really aren't that bad, but it was a surprise to see them after I took my shoes off after work today. Maybe it's a sign. Could my child come on his own tomorrow or is he waiting for the push that will come on Friday? Stubborn child- just like his daddy! :)

Date Night?

2007-10-19T09:40:00.000-04:00

We are really on a kick to do as many dates as possible. However, I think we might be cheating. Does going to Babies R' Us, Wal-Mart, Dairy Queen, and then to the couch for an episode of The Office qualify? This has turned out to be a pretty typical date night for us. Maybe a trip to the Shrewt Family Farm Bed and Breakfast would do us some good.

39 weeks and the baby really is coming!

2007-10-17T19:53:00.000-04:00

My final doctor's appointment was today- my induction is set for October 26 at 6am. Chad was fine with it until I told him what time we had to be there. Definitely a lot of mixed emotions for us. We're excited but shocked that the end is in sight. It's almost like reality just set in... we're going to be parents... soon.