No more curls...

It happened.

It was time.

Fulton's first haircut.

22 months.

Yep, overdue.

Fulton had more curls than Ridge. Ridge had some sweet wispy hairs that I loved.

But, Fulton had some sweet curls in the back. 

Especially on a humid day or when he would get hot.

There was one sweet spiral curl ;)

And, I probably prolonged his haircut even more because for a while, I wasn't sure if we would have any more children. We were still indecisive.

Well.... God made that decision for us and I figured I'll have one more little boy and possibly a few more curls in my future ;)

But, it was time.
*** warning- picture overload!

Pre-haircut afternoon

little mullet man.

Not the best picture. But, you get the gist.

straight on top. curly at the ends.

ready for his cape

He looks fidgety. But, he barely moved. And, he didn't say one word or make one sound.

It was not very Fulton-like.

Awww. Sweet sweet little buddy.

After!

All grown up and riding a bike!

J/k!

Mother's Day & Alan's birthday combo

I really hated that Alan's birthday fell on Mother's Day.

And, I really hated that Mother's Day fell on Alan's birthday.

You get me?

Oh well. It will happen every so often.

But, we both shared a great day and thankful for so many reasons.

Here are just a few pictures to recap the double holiday!

(Most of these are my instagram pics, but I just want to document too)

Lunch on Saturday at PF Changs with Nonnie

(and Ridge in desperate need of a haircut)

Little stinker came in and stole some of my breakfast in bed Mother's Day morning.

It's ok honey. I'm happy to share with you!

Big helper bringing Momma more bacon and napkins.

Silly snuggle time in bed before church.

Birthday cake time after lunch! The big 34!

The best we could do. Wish it was closer up. But, hey, you get what you can.

Mother's Day 2013 to me & Happy 34th Birthday Alan!

Love you honey!

Ridge's quotes...

A few of these have been over the past few months.

Time for Momma to document:

"When I get 68, I can go out in the forest all by myself."

(He's really stuck on living in his 60s)

"I could pick up a tree at 61, because 61 is like the size of a whale."

(All of you that are 61, you're feeling really good about yourself right now)

Ridge: Aunt Deeda, (Chrisynda) "When I get to be an adult I'll pay lots of money to buy a wife."

Chrisynda: Oh really? Did your daddy pay lots of money for his wife?

Ridge: "Uh huh."

(Ridge sleeping after a weeknight soccer game. Around 10:30 pm. He calls for Alan)

"Dada, I don't want to kick the soccer ball anymore. I'm tired."

Today's quote, riding home from Mommy's OB Dr. appt; in deep thought.

"Mommy, how did God put that baby in your belly? I know Jesus makes the baby because he's the Son and He helps His Daddy. But, how did the baby get there?"

Me: God creates every baby and it's a miracle son.

"Did you swallow it? Is that how he got in your belly?"

(Ummm... I thought I had a little while until this question came along :)

I love you Ridge and your little wheel-turning mind!

Mommy ;)

***oh yes, and, I'm 21 weeks. Over half way there little one!

It's a...

BOY!!!

Yeppers, another boy.

We are excited and can't wait to meet this little guy!

He is going to LOVE his older brothers.

And, they are going to LOVE him.

And, he is going to be one tough little one.

And, I may be crazy for a few years. 

3 kiddos, I mean, 3 BOYS, 4 years old and under.

(insert crazy Momma face)

So, if you just happen to run into me, at Walmart with mismatched clothing or 2 different shoes and dirty hair, 

at church with an attempt of makeup but really looking like Fulton applied my makeup, 

sleeping in the soccer field parking lot incoherent because I'm lost and lack of sleep,

 or unable to finish my sentences, 

just excuse me for about 1-2 years.

(or longer if needed)

I will be a mother of 3 boys.

We will be in the trenches..

Just trying to survive.

:)

And, trying to keep them all alive.

As well as ourselves.

No, ha, I'm really kidding. 

Well, not really, but trying to make humor of the road that lies ahead.

Many many many broken bones.

Many fights.

Many holes in walls.

More wrestling.

More football in the house.

More basketball.

Endless grocery shopping.

Fighting again.

Soccer again.

Stitches.

ER visits.

More wrestling.

You moms of boys, I need help. I need advice.

I was one of 2 girls.

This is completely different.

(My mom will sometimes look at me and say, "You girls didn't do stuff like this.")

Ha.

I know I am truly blessed.

The Lord has chosen, yes, chosen (humbles me to my core) me to be a mother of 3 boys.

To hopefully carry on a legacy of Christ.

Hopefully be leaders of their families.

I'm not sure why.

What does He see for our family?

But, I praise Him.

I DEFINITELY cannot stay sane and do this alone.

I NEED HIM daily.

Help me be resourceful:

The LORD says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you.” 

~Ps. 32:8

Help me listen:

“But blessed are your eyes, because they see; and your ears, because they hear.” 

~Matthew 13:16

Give me strength:

“He gives power to those who are tired and worn out; he offers strength to the weak.” 

~Isa. 40:29

Help me be joyful:

 “But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them sing joyful praises forever. Protect them, so all who love your name may be filled with joy.” 

~Ps. 5:11

Help me be faithful:

“So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and steady, always enthusiastic about the Lord’s work, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.” 

~1 Cor. 15:58

Help me be sacrificial:

 “Live a life filled with love for others, following the example of Christ, who loved you and gave himself as a sacrifice to take away your sins. And God was pleased, because that sacrifice was like sweet perfume to him.” 

~Eph. 5:2

Because there is only one:

“There is only one person like you in all of this great big world

And you are just to God made you to be whether a boy or a girl

Whether you are black or white or some beautiful color in between

No matter your shape or size you’re as perfect as anything I’ve ever seen

Your mom and your dad they are so glad you are a part of their family

There is only One who loves you more

He is your Father in Heaven

He is the Lord” 

~Bedtime Prayers: Lullabies & Peaceful Worship

 ~ Twila Paris

 We love you little one.

You are truly a gift.

I love you.

Your Mommy

30. Thirty. The big 3-0!

30.

Thirty.

Whoa.

So, no longer part of the twenty-somethings.

Honestly, I feel like I have not had a second to think about turning 30 until now.

I really think my 30s will be great.

I'm looking forward to another decade of life.

And, so thankful for every breath of life The Giver has already given.

Alan surprised me with a long weekend getaway to the beach!!!

And, surprised me with more friends going too!

It was so much fun. We ate REALLY REALLY GOOD.

(And, it showed when I went for my OB checkup that next Monday. Ha!)

But, I'm thankful for sweet friends celebrating and able to take off work Friday to enjoy a nice and perfect weekend at the beach!
And, thankful for Nonnie and Poppie for keeping the boys!

Here are a few of my favorite pictures from the weekend.

Thanks my love. You outdid yourself.

 We went down on April 13 and storms/chance of tornadoes were expected all day. 

So, there was a chance of rain the whole weekend and it was supposed to be much cooler. 

But, it was PERFECT.

Comfortable, sunny, breezy.

It was so relaxing and fun times with friends on the beach.

No trip is complete without Red Bar. 

And, crab cakes. 

And, key lime pie.

And, Alan and I may or may not have ordered 3 entrees between the two of us.

(We had to have the grouper and grit cake too)

We could eat here every meal.

Ok, my mouth is watering now.

And, snow crab legs are Alan's other favorite meal. So, this is how he eats them.

As he's cracking them, he lets the meat soak in the warm butter, and then he eats it like soup.

Umm... cholesterol needs to be checked.

He might as well just drink butter. He was just kidding. 

Celebrating out in Seaside, FL

As you can tell, we had so much fun.

Always doing something silly in pictures.

Yep, sunflower seed smile. 

Love him.

Yes, that's a lot of candles.

Happy 30th birthday to me.

April 15, Income Tax Day, is such a special occasion ;)

Thankful for this life, His sacrifice for all, a precious family, and sweet friends to share

life with!

Here's to the next 30 years!!!

Easter 2013

This Easter we started a new tradition in the Wiggins home.

Resurrection eggs. I found mine at Hobby Lobby.

 I sure hope you found some too.

They were a lot of fun (Fulton was a wee too young for this year. He just wanted to open up all the eggs)

Ridge truly loved opening the next egg each night and he was able to explain each of the 12 eggs by Easter.

Such a creative way to tell the Easter story to a child. 

And, for them to retell it to you!

If you can read on the left side, it explains what object is in each egg.

Fun Easter egg hunt and party at MDO

The Easter Bunny got him out of his seat in car line. He loved it!

Hopping back to his classroom

Loading up on sugar

Some of his end of winter and Easter classroom art

 Dyeing eggs. Mommas favorite!

A little too destructive with the real eggs but wanted to help

Hard at work putting stickers on his eggs. this lasted for 5 minutes and then he was all done.

Very excited about the sports eggs

Easter morning. A little something from the Easter bunny

Sporting a new knot on forehead hunting Easter eggs at Children's church

Proud of his Easter eggs

Happy Easter from the Wiggins! This is about the best we can do. 

Mom's cherry tree was gorgeous. Picture does not do it justice.

Picture break to go chase the geese to the pond. Typical for us.

Did not slow down one bit

Little brother wanted to go too

Sweet baby Jude's first Easter

Another attempt. Nonnie and Poppie with their 4 grandsons. and 1 one grandchild on the way :)

Another break to run down the front of the hill

Chasing Sunshine

Poor Sunshine is getting old

Luckily Fulton was able to wear Ridge's Easter outfit he wore the same Spring before he turned 2.

And, I was able to find a blue linen 2 piece outfit for Ridge that matched surprisingly well.

We rarely wear clothes this nice.

These boys are too rough and their daddy doesn't like them.

And, it's just not everyday wear around our house with our schedule.

But, I think, for special occasions, they are sweet.

Linen will forever be a classic. And, blue for boys.

Such a sweet Easter celebrating with family.

So so humbled and grateful for the Cross, burial, and resurrection of our Lord!

He is risen. He is risen indeed!