A Magical Dinner

Saturday night we had the pleasure of going to dinner at Magic Time Machine in Addison with my folks and brother. That place is something else! We took nuerous pictures but since we ate our dinner INSIDE A GREAT BIG PUMPKIN, the pics a bit dark. We have our memories though.

If you've never been it's a great place for kids as far as entertainment. The food was good but we all know, no one really goes there for the food. It's a bit expensive so I say eat somewhere else and go there for dessert!

The fun behind the madness is that ALL the staff is "dressed" as some sort of fictional character. The give all the kids "autograph books". As you wait to be seated or even as you enjoy your meal, you can walk around and get the autographs from all the characters. The boys had a great time with this. They got signatures, from the Joker(who crossed off Batman's name...said he was making alterations to the card-very funny), Mulan, Shaggy, Mario, of course, and many, many more. Corbin even got his lil' sis Belle.

The first young lady that we thought was our waitress was "Mulan". Kids not too impressed by her, however pepa advised them that she did have an entire movie named after her. That peaked their intrest. She was nothing special but we were in for a treat to come. Our waiter was Mario, from Super Mario brothers. My poor mom was a bit lost as to who that is but the boys knew and thought it was pretty cool. He was dressed in a red t-shirt, the denim overalls and a red hat. He even donned the squeaky voice, whch I wasn't aware Mario had. Very cute. So cute in fact, I believe our little Taya has had her very first crush. Everytime he would come around she would hide her tiny little head in daddy's chest and smile. Who knew she was so shy. Never seen her act this way before. Mario would ask her name, she wouldn't talk. When he walked away Taya then decided she wanted to tell him that the pizza HE gave her tasted like "fake" pizza(told you, they aren't known for their food). She would ask over and over when the "funny guy" was gonna come back. This went on for 2 hours. She finally told him her name near the end and we tried getting a picture but she wasn't having that. As we were leaving she said she wanted to tell the funny man bye. So we tracked him down, she said good-bye and HE decided he still wanted that picture. Taya, on the other hand, not having it. He turned to leave and she got sad saying she wanted a hug. So, she got her hug and a handshake! Very cool to watch her sweet little self get so embarressed.

On the way from my parents yesterday Taya asked Matt and I, "Mommy, when can we go see the funny man again?" We told her one day we would go back. I think she'll hold us to that statement.

My Handy Man

I'm so blessed to have a handy husband. He's my Mr. Fix It around the house and Mr. Builder at the job site. Just call him Bob. Although, my builder is WAY cuter than that guy kids love watching.





I'm a pretty proud wife. I love him :-)

Corbin Turns 9

Well, today marks 9 years of greatness with our Mr. Corbin. This kid brings more laughter to my life than I thought any little boy ever could. His sense of humor. His outlook on life. His dreams. His desire to be the best that he can be. His love for his family.

He's quirky. He's sensitive. He's tough. He's full of life.

When I need a hug, his are the best. When I need a laugh, he makes my whole body chuckle. When I need ANYTHING, he's there. He's my world.

Growing up I always assumed that when I got married and started a family I'd have 2 kids and 2 kids only. A boy first, then a girl. The way my parents did it. We would have the perfect family. I got pregnant first with Ethan. This is good. My plan is in motion. Then, came the second pregnancy. From the moment I got the news that our family was expanding, I knew we were gonna have our girl...and be the perfect family. Little did I know that God had a far different plan. A plan that was so much bigger and better than I could have fathomed as a child. Honestly, when the doc said, and I quote, "Well, it looks like he(Ethan) is going to have a little brother.", I was utterly disappointed. I wanted my girl! Now what? My plan is all messed up. Or so I thought. Corbin has brought more joy, laughter, playfulness and love to my life than I could ever dream. He is a gift from God, as all my children are, that I am thankful for everyday and I can't even begin to imagine our family any other way. Sometimes, the greatest gifts are unanswered prayers.

Corbin, you are such an AMAZING little boy and a one of a kind son. We love you so much more than you'll ever know!!! Happy Birthday, buddy!