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All things Bowen related today, my angel stands! Only for a sec but such an amazing thing to see! Wow. in two and a half months he will be a year then two years then five and so on. I am watching him grow up and i can never have enough time with him. There simply aren't enough hours in the day or night to spend with him or tell him how special he is to us.

Growing up and New Faces

Today was a lot of "news". "News" as in new things, not necessarily any news. Make sense? Awesome!

Bowen got a little car(walker)today. That seems like an oxymoron, yet they are the same! So he is slowly learning how to put one foot in front of the other to make it go places. It is really only a matter of time before he won't need help from anyone or anything to make that happen. He is getting to be such a big boy! He has pretty much mastered the sippy cup as well. It is amazing to watch him change every day!

Today was my first day in the new location. It is definitely a change, good and bad! Its great because its much more relaxed and that makes it easier to drive so far. Bad, because I haven't been the new person in such a long time, and its a different world! And I miss my old crew. Now I just need to figure out where I need to eat my lunch.

Chapters in Life

This week is a week of new beginnings. Tomorrow morning will be my first day at our new location in Round Rock. I am excited about this change, but it was very hard to leave our old office. I still have the same employer but just a change in position and scenery. Friday I was very sad but mostly because I am so sentimental. I love a majority of the people I am leaving, and will be out of my comfort zone for awhile. As I was packing my desk on Friday, I ran across so many things. Like a copy of Dixie's shot records. I miss her. And obviously I kept these for sentimental reasons. No, KSpence, those are hoarders tendencies. So I threw them away. Along with all the little things I had been keeping in my desk for rememberance purposes. New place, new start, new pictures, everything!
Also, one of my best friends in the world, let's call her LaLa, is moving to Honduras on Wednesday. I am so proud of her for going to teach the worlds youth. Of course, I want to keep her here for selfish reasons, but we will see her again very soon. She means alot to me and J. But it is sad to see her leave, because I am going to miss her so much!!!! Here's a pic of us playing our farewell tour. Way to rock the mullet! I love her and wish all the best things in the world for her in this new chapter of life.

Sundays at the Spencers

Everyone knows that the Spencers are always busy. ALWAYS. I know, we do it to ourselves, but I honestly don't feel like we have a choice. Justin and I just can't say no. But we love our family and friends, and most of it are fun things so 99% percent of the time we are happy to be busy. This past week I worked so much that I wasn't able to unpack my suitcase from last weekend until yesterday. We just had chores and housework piling up all week, it was driving me batty!

Friday evening we got to go see my Aaron graduate. God, I am proud to be his cousin! I am so glad his brother is part of my son's namesake and I am just thankful that I am his family! Love you Stephensons!

Saturday morning Bowen's internal alarm went off about 6:30 so we were able to get alot accomplished. This was one time I was thankful to get up early. Then I went to get a massage with my friend Kim, and went and had a delicious lunch at Cafe Bistro. DELICIOUS! I came back and got the boys and we spent the afternoon at the pool. We finished out the evening at April's 30th bday party. Today we went and had breakfast at Cracker Barrel, took Bowen to Cabelas to see the fish, and helped set up for Marjorie's 90th birthday party. Marjorie is a very special lady who loves Bowen like he is her own grandson. We love her! Then after a trip to the grocery store, we are finally enjoying a movie, catching up on emails, and opening mail from the week.

To make a long story even longer, I really love my life. Every second of every day is filled to the brim, but it is who we are, and it makes us happy.

Here is a pic from Bowen's first trip to the pool.

First of Many

This weekend we went to Brenham for some good live music and camping. Sprang Thang 2010! It was a blast!! Bowen enjoyed swimming, snacking, and chilling in the shade while listening to some music. He was very happy the whole time so I can't recall his favorite moment but I know he made a ton of friends( just like his Dad). The highlights that I had were the catfish and peach cobbler(and Blue Bell vanilla), sitting with friends while there was live music and fireworks in the background, and floating in the water with Bowen splashing. It all makes me very happy that Bowen and summer are here. Honestly there is nothing like it.

Bath time!

I am sorry I have neglected you...

I can't believe it has been over a month! I am guilty! Never mind, I didn't have a camera charger. I am going to have to post everyday for how much Bowen is doing these days! He's pretty great!! His new favorite thingss include going all over the house, sitting up and playing with his toys, and talking to Duke. I have caught this on video on my phone, and I hope to catch it again soon. It is pretty great!!!!!!

Our oldest lab, and the only girl in the house Dixie passed away last weekend. It was a very hard weekend, and she will always always be missed.

Justin got to go fishing pretty recently and we have a lot of trout to show for it. We are so excited!

We are working on Bowen saying and doing "Bye Bye" and working on the sign for "hungry". He still isn't a huge fan of baby food, but he loves table food!

Playing Outside

Yesterday was a beautiful day for playing outside!



A few weeks ago we went to Zilker and enjoyed some outside time there too.




We are looking forward to Easter this weekend with the family!

I scream You scream

Bowen loves his voice! Sorry that it is crooked, but I love this video and I wanted to share it. This is his new thing to do. We have enjoyed a quiet weekend at home, because they are very few and far in between. We almost don't know what to do with ourselves. It's been awesome though! Enjoy!

Like Father Like Son

Saturdays are for playing!

Yesterday was a gorgeous day and we all decided to take advantage of that. I had a wonderful brunch with some of the best girls around at Chez Zee for Baby Lincoln(yum!) We took Bowen to the park to soak up some sunshine. He hasn't seen much of that since he has been born. Then we went and ran errands followed by yummy dinner, and then I got to play shuffleboard:)! I forgot how much I love it, and may I mention that I was the points leader?! I only made it into the Pacific Ocean/Chinatown 90% of the time, haha:) It was a spectacular day. Justin & I agree that we don't get enough time together as it is, so it was nice for all three of us to be together for the whole day. Here are some pics that captured our day.

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One small step for man

Monday night Bowen tried cereal for the first time!

Success!

I have to say, the surprise party was a success! Justin was truly surprised, and it was great to see how appreciative he is of all his family and friends. He was really down in the dumps thinking no one cared about him. Salt Lick is so yummy too, I wish we would have eaten more.
We had a great time at the wineries too! The weather could not have been better. And we had a great burger at Hondo's, home of the donut burger. Happy Valentines babe. This holiday always gets passed over in our family. But I don't love you anymore on this day than any other.
Today we watched the Daytona 500 which lasted WAY too long! I think coverage was about 10 hours today, no exaggeration. We just had a few friends over and lots of yummy snacks. Bowen's first Daytona, it was very special for Daddy. And Dale Jr got 2nd! Its not first, but he will take it. Onto Fontana next week.
Bowen had a great day at Aunt Laura's yesterday. He got to ride the tractor. He probably had just as much fun as we did!
Monday starts a new week and officially marks a new decade in Justin's life. The big 3-0. Happy birthday my love! You deserve everything you get!

You say its your birthday

Monday is Justin's 30th birthday. That definitely reminds me of the past ten years we have been together. On his 20th birthday he made us his specialty deep fried burritos with ketchup(I know it sounds gross) and we played UNO at UMHB. Now 10 years, one pant size(smaller), two houses, a baby, and less hair later, he is here getting so excited for the 52nd running of the Daytona 500. And in Spencer tradition we are going to have people over to watch it and celebrate his birthday. He says all he wants for his birthday is for Dale Jr to WIN!!!! :)

Bowen is changing every day! This week he is cracking us up with his motor boat sounds. He has figured out how to grab the toys on his carseat and he loves to cuddle with his blanket. Or put it in his mouth, of course. Here are some pics from this week.




I am doing really great! I am ready to have Justin's birthday over with, mostly because I always take it upon myself to make it so special. But I know he appreciates it. :) This past weekend I had my first overnight away from Bowen at a bachelorette party. I had a great time, but I missed my boys so much! This weekend for our second date out Justin and I are going with some good friends to Fredricksburg to some wineries, and then to stuff our face at Salt Lick. YUM! I am looking forward to it for sure!

Let the Good Times Roll

This morning we caught Bowen rolling over on video! What a big boy:)

So begins the busy season. Birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, babies. We are SOOOO busy ALL the time. We are pretty much booked through the end of April already. Its crazy. People kept saying it would slow down when Bowen got here, but we knew better. Its in our blood:) We wouldn't know what to do with ourselves.

This month Justin started running and we both started eating better. So far, its great! Yes its only been a month but they say after two weeks is habit right? We both feel better about ourselves, that's for sure. After Christmas we were in a definite rut. Thank goodness we are getting back to normal.

Bowen is getting so big!!! He doesn't like to lay down at all. He is always trying to sit up himself so he can see. And he is holding his own toys now. He hasn't really gotten the concept of grabbing it, but if you give it to him, he will play with it. He knows Justin and I now, and will follow us around the room. He has developed a little attitude already when he doesn't get what he wants. He likes to kick! Overall, he's the best baby around. He has some "allergies" right now. The dr says babies can't get allergies but I don't believe it. He is snotty in the morning and his eyes are watery. but later in the day, he is fine. Here are some pictures of his 3 and half month little self.

Singing Baby

Bowen LOVES to sing! We finally got him on video singing along with me. He loves Somewhere Over the Rainbow. Please ignore my singing, and ENJOY!