Happy 30th Birthday Josh!!

I know I've been slacking on my blog lately but I couldn't miss posting about Josh's big birthday. He turns 30 today but we started celebrated it last night. I surprised him with a dinner at Noodles with his closest friends and family. I'm so glad that we were all able to pull it off together and actually be able to surprise him! He had no idea everyone was going to be there until we showed up at the restaurant. It was a fun night out. Tonight we will celebrate again, this time with our boys. They are SO excited about their Daddy's birthday today.

Josh, I am so blessed to have you as my husband and my best friend. I'm thankful to God placing you in my life. Thank you for ALL you do for the kids and I. We are so proud of you. Happy 30th Birthday babe! I love you more than you'll ever know!!

Below are some pictures from last night.

We missed Jeana, Josh's Mom, at the party because she is caring for her Mom in Texas this week who just had surgery. Please be in prayer for Josh's grandma.

Happy Easter 2010

We had a wonderful weekend celebrating Easter with our family. Saturday night we dyed Easter eggs and made a bunny cake with the boys. They made such a mess but they were having fun.

Sunday morning they woke up to their baskets filled with candy from the Easter bunny.

Next we went outside to hunt for eggs. Yes, Parker has a sucker in his mouth before 7:30am. I promise we normally don't allow candy in the morning but today I decided I wouldn't fight the battle. I also realize my kids clothes look hideous, but when at home we let them pick their own outfits for the most part.

We then got cleaned up and ready for church. It was a fabulous service! Here's all three of my boys before church.

Here's my next baby boy that's on the way. Parker was protesting the picture at this point. I am definitely feeling very pregnant these days and having lots of braxton hicks contractions. But for the most part I feel pretty good. I think we may have a wild one on our hands. This baby is constantly kicking and moving around ALL the time.

After church we went to my parents house for a wonderful lunch. Dad smoked a brisket for us and it was so good!

We were happy that Josh's parents and Nick's family were able to join us too! It's hard to get a decent picture with three hungry kids. Baby Beckham was taking a nap and didn't make this picture. Notice Peyton in the back giving the hookem' horn sign for Texas. We have never lived Texas but Josh's family is from there and taught our boys to love Texas. Don't worry the Razorbacks are still their #1 team. ;)

My brother, Rick, was also with us today too. They love their Uncle Rick!

Josh and Meredith helping the kids hunt Easter eggs at my parent's house.

After the egg hunt they played their little hearts out on the swing set.

Hope you all had a Happy Easter with your family and friends. And remember the real reason we celebrate today, He is RISEN! I'm so thankful for the cross and that He is ALIVE.

Good Night from Peyton & Parker

(3/24/10 UPDATE: The boys are doing good in their new beds and we are all getting sleep at night. PTL! Peyton sleeps on the top bunk and Parker sleeps down below. The only downfall is they like to talk and laugh together before falling asleep. But at least they're happy and eventually fall asleep at a decent time. The first night Parker cried for a few minutes for his crib but after being reassured he's a big boy, he went on to sleep and hasn't mentioned the crib since that night. Sooner or later I'm sure they may have a rough night but for now all is well with this new sleeping arrangement.)

To make room for baby #3 we are now letting the boys share a room. Their new bunk beds and bedding arrived today and they are beyond thrilled! It should be an interesting night since they have never slept in the same room together and Parker's never been without his crib. Right now I'm hearing lots of giggling coming from their room. When we moved Peyton to his big boy bed it was a disaster so I'm preparing for the worst. Please Lord, let this 7 month pregnant Mom get some sleep this week.

Catching Up

Here are just a few things that we have been up to in the last week.

Peyton's been asking us to join him for lunch at school so I packed Parker's lunchbox and we headed up to Shiloh to meet Peyton and Josh. Parker always feels so big when he gets to see "Bubba's friends." These days, it's almost impossible to take a picture with them together without them making silly faces. I had really hoped for a much better picture this day. Maybe next time.

A couple days ago, Parker and I had lunch with some of my girlfriends at Jason's Deli. We get together about once a month and can have some girl time even with all our silly kids at the table. Here is Kelly, Harper, Ashley, Avery, Melissa, Julee, Jennifer and Brody. These are some of the sweetest girls you will ever meet.

Today, it was about 70 degrees outside. Parker insisted wearing this tank top all day which actually matched his shorts. He is really into dressing himself these days and I let him unless we are leaving the house. I could do a whole post on all his crazy mismatching outfits. But you gotta love him and this smile.

Peyton has learned to swing by himself. Here he is showing off his new skill in his favorite shirt that he thinks he has to wear everyday. I don't think I will be passing this striped shirt down to Parker just because I am so tired of seeing it.

Before we headed to Chick-fil-a today, I caught this child using the bathroom outside on a yellow painted line in our grass. I'm not sure why he thought it was necessary to take his underwear and shorts completely off but I guess this works. I'm so glad Parker is finally potty trained and I won't have two in diapers when #3 baby arrives. We're proud of you Parkerman!

It looks like tomorrow is going to be nice outside again and we're looking forward to enjoying the sunshine with Josh. Enjoy your weekend!

Snow Days

Over the past few days we have been enjoying all the snow. On Saturday, we took the boys sledding. My Dad brought over the sled that my brother and I used when we were kids. Rick and Jessica joined us that day too.

My 3 boys!

They love their Uncle Rick and their soon to be 'Aunt' Jessica.

Parker's never scared to do anything by himself, including sledding down a hill with a hat covering his eyes.

Thanks again Grandaddy for bringing the sled! Especially since my laundry basket idea really wasn't working.

After being outside all morning, we all ate lunch at Buffalo Wild Wings. We missed Nana, she was at work while we were all out playing. Later that day, Peyton and I made Snow Ice Cream. I remember making this when I was a child and it being so fun and easy to do. Here's Peyton in the kitchen helping. He thought this was the neatest idea ever. However, once he tasted it he said he would rather eat the normal kind of ice cream.

A little later Parker woke up from his nap and tried some. He loved it and had two bowls of it.

We enjoyed our lazy days around here but I think we are all ready for a normal schedule again. Josh and Peyton will both go back to school tomorrow. And Parker and I will get back to do our normal things too.

Baby #3

Last week, we found out another little BOY will be joining our family! We couldn't be happier and are looking forward to meeting our baby. Below are a couple of pictures from his ultrasound.

Full body with his arm waving hi.

Sweet profile.

Now I'm left to wonder till June, what he will look like? Will he look like Peyton with dark hair, dark complected and brown eyes....

...or a fair complected little baby with blue eyes like Parker...

...or a perfect mix! We are anxious to meet our little guy. We don't have a name yet but are working on it. Hopefully soon we will find the perfect one and fill you all in. =)

I am going to start trying to do better about taking pictures so I can post them on here. This past weekend we went with our church to Branson for a young couple's retreat and had so much fun. But I forgot my camera and didn't get one picture! It was great to spend time away with Josh and our friends but I hate that I didn't take pictures. So hopefully I'll be back soon with new pictures.

Let It Snow!

What a great way to start out 2010! We were surprised to wake up to a few inches of snow today. The boys couldn't wait to go out and play in it. It was so cold but we stayed out long enough to have a football game and a few snowball fights.