OuuuTTah

Dearest little love,

That's it... we've called it. Your first word is "out", or as you say it "OuuuuTah".
Man o' man are you just growing a mile a minute. Yapping all day, crawling from one end of the room to the other in seconds... you impress me more and more each day, Adrayn.

Also, for some reason when you were a newborn and not cooperative in the car, your Papa and I would put in the "Black Eyed Peas" and you would hush right up. Well the other day you were having one of those moments and we decided to try it out for old times sake and it still works!! You and your Black Eyed Peas... I think it's the bass, and the trance-like vibe. Maybe you can tell me all about it someday. :)

It's so hard to remember all these little details in time to run to the computer and put it to this blog. I am also curious how all these details, videos, pictures from your childhood will affect you in the future. I only had pictures, and maybe a bad video here and there, but this is a whole new world.

On another note... love is in the air! Your Papa and I are getting married soon! We have already chosen the date (1/11/11, because that's the night I met your Papa in 2008), and just to be extra cheesy we've chosen 11am as the time we'll say our vows. Something special has happened with the planning though, a dear friend of your Papa's has offered to marry us in our new home!!! How wonderful is that! So simple, relaxed, and this home will have one more fabulous memory to add to it's charm. Maybe we're the first to ever get married in this 1920's house! 

We plan to have an intimate open-house reception in the spring/summer so friends can celebrate the love with us in more appropriate weather.

So excited for what 2011 will bring, but am still soaking up the 2010 while it lasts.
I love you so much my little monkey. Back to given you some Mama love!

Mucho Love!

What a world....

Dear Adrayn,

Their will be moments in your life that you become so moved, that it feels like a rush of beauty, or a nauseous kick in your belly.

Your Papa and I just watched a documentary last night that was a wake up call to us.
It showed me how sad this world is that your great grandparents, grandparents and  your Papa and I have left you with. I'm sorry in advance.

Please always live knowing that the choices you make will fuel your future as well as your children's (if you choose to have any). It may be small steps, but your Papa and I have always been aware to certain topics and have thought of your future and made choices accordingly. I know it all can't be fixed over night, but I hope to always strive for better, and be aware... as hard as it may be.

You are a special little boy, and I can already tell that you will be a mover and a shaker.
Be a leader, even if for yourself. Empower yourself with knowledge and be aware so that you aren't ignorant or hiding from all the harshness and beauty that the world supplies.

I love you so much, and always want the best for you and our whole family.
Knowledge is power, and knowledge can set you free to be who you want, as I always want you to be who you choose... Papa and I will just set the path while you take your first "baby steps" and guide you to all sides of the story, and from then on you will create Adrayn.
I love you dearly.

Mama

Sleep!!!!

Dear Adrayn,

I know it's not easy being a baby, and having all the new stresses and excitement that the day brings. I just know that you would (if allowed) stay awake for a full 24 hours, and be a bit cranky throughout. I am dying while I hear your cries for Mama, but your Mama is doing the best she can. I know what you need and I am fully aware that what you need right now is sleep.

Please just close your eyes little one and let your Mama relax.
I love you dearly, and those tearful cries only break my heart.

Please rest little one, so that we can face what tomorrow brings with a positive attitude and a smile on our faces.

Mucho love,
Mama

To my Sweetheart...

Dearest Love,

I remember writing you an email before Adrayn was born, and just wanted to send a post-chaos (new baby, new home, all those little stresses in life... haha)!

Thank you, thank you, thank you for being YOU!
You are one, if not the most determined person I know. When you think it, it happens.... you inspire me daily.

Now that our little one is here, loud and clear may I add, I can see more than ever the love that you have for your children... when Adrayn was a tiny little thing, you were so fragile with him. The first time you looked into his eyes said it all. You are a proud Papa.

I am very fortunate to share this beautiful life with you and our loving family. I appreciate every day, every moment we have together.

Our inside jokes, silly voices, early morning kisses, daily rituals that have made us, us. Then lastly, the undying attraction doesn't hurt either.

I write this as you are working out in the same room, unaware of the love I am feeling at this moment for you.
I turn around and still receive the same intense look of love that you gave me years ago. You are my heart. You are my love.

I know time changes things, but in our case I think the longer we marinate the more flavorful we become.
I also know that you LOVE food, so that reference was totally appropriate. :)

I love you sweetie pot-pie,
I love you my hard working man,
I love you for being the most amazing Papa,
I love you for loving me,

I love you Jeremy John Frandrup.

Mucho Love my sweet.

Feeling Good

I am now wearing pre-Adrayn pants again, and this feeling has only spun off into feeling amazingly healthy once again! Jeremy and I have invested in a workout program that will ensure this feeling lasts. I am planning on keeping track of my progress and getting into the best shape of my life!!!!

The only way to describe how I am feeling now are the lyrics from a wonderfully positive song (below). Hope you are all well, and that you may have the energy to make yourselves feel good today and beyond! 

Mucho Love!

"Feeling Good"

Birds flying high you know how I feel
Sun in the sky you know how I feel
Breeze driftin' on by you know how I feel

It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
For me
And I'm feeling good

Fish in the sea you know how I feel
River running free you know how I feel
blossom in the trees you know how I feel

It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
For me
And I'm feeling good

Dragonfly out in the sun you know what I mean, don't you know
Butterflies all havin' fun you know what I mean
Sleep in peace when day is done
And this old world is a new world
And a bold world
For me

Stars when you shine you know how I feel
Scent of the pine you know how I feel
Oh freedom is mine
And you know how I feel

It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
For me
And I'm feeling good

Love!

Some fun pictures that I came across....

Home sweet home..... FINALLY!!!

Boy, house buying is a tedious and devastating process these days..

We literally found out we had our home THE DAY we were kicked out of our duplex (at noon).... It's been one heart attack after the next, but here we are.

Jeremy is such a doer that this place is 100% finished (one week later... on the button)! Pictures are hung, beds assembled, and even Halloween decor is up!

Although all is set and ready, it still doesn't feel like home.... I know why..... the second Parker and Presley come this Wednesday it will then be our home. There was something missing, and it is only something they will bring. I can't wait! If you guys are reading this, LOVE YOU and bring plenty of fun ideas for your rooms!!

It's amazing what a load off can do to one, even Adrayn is calmed and now on a nap routine (NEVER happened before). He must of just felt our stress, and I'm sure the blaring buses and cars didn't help him out either, but those days are done. Now he has a quiet little room with no distractions.

Here are a couple shots, but the place has changed since, I'm just too lazy to take more pictures and upload them. Again, I'm not Jeremy. :)

MUCHO LOVE to you all, and hope to see you at the housewarming!!