First Things First

I know it's been a while since my last post. Things have been sort of crazy around here.

I'd like to use this space to say just a few words about a friend of our family's who passed away on December 4, 2008. Andy Maught was Koren's best friend and boyfriend for many years. He was a part of the Kiracofe Family for many more before that. He was a good person and will be missed by his family and friends.

Evan's First Hair Cut

There are many little things in life that really make certain experiences special. Today we had Evan's hair cut for the first time. This was an oddly emotional thing for me. For me it was sort of like the last little piece of that little angel laying in my arms at 3 am. That time was really precious to me. I've tried very hard to savor every little stage and milestone. He no longer lays in my arms or needs me to carry him up and down the stairs. He can feed himself and go and retrieve toys he wants. I even miss him laying in his crib waiting for me to pick him up.

I remember in the middle of the night just staring at him and rubbing his little head. Well, ok, it's not little but at one time it was! Christmas songs always make me warm and fuzzy because they always take me back to the time when Evan was an infant. At 3 AM the world was so quiet, with Christmas lights twinkling and I would have Christmas songs playing while I would feed him. It was such a peaceful experience.

Today will also be one of those times that will always bring fond memories. We are very fortunate to live in a town like Jefferson. It's so cute, with its church steeples, bakery and best of all 1 chair barber shop! Jim has been getting his hair cut at this barber shop for about 15 years and Chris had his hair cut there as well. So, today was Evan's big day. He got to go see Mr. Jim the Barber. Mr. Jim is a really kind and gentle person.


My little snickerdoodle did really well and didn't cry at all. He sat on Daddy's lap like a little man and I think even joined in the barber shop talk! Are you ready for some pictures? Well, I took 116.....but I guess I shouldn't post them all. :) Here are just a few.


Walking in with Dad

I love how he's looking through the door...what are we doing in here???

OK, here goes that cute little curl in the back!!!

Evan thought the clippers tickled.

A little off the top please...


Gotta get those sideburns!!

A little powder to brush off that hair!!

Then it was Daddy's TURN!!!
"You heard WHAT about the Ol' Jenkins farm???"

Evan showing off his new regulation cut!!!

While Daddy was finishing up.....


We really want to think Mr. Jim the barber, he made it really nice for Evan and was instrumental in the success of Evan's very 1st hair cut! See you when Evan's hair grows back...which at the rate his hair grows could be when he's 4!!

Long Lost Hot Tub Pictures

I found these tonight while I was trying to find a different picture. This was our last night in the beach house at the Outer Banks. Evan really did love the hot tub. To him it was just a great big bubbly bath tub!!!Should we be closer to him?

Never a serious picture!!

What mom? I don't need you to spot me in here!

Bubbly Little buddy!

Evan and I just can't WAIT for Christmas

My whole family knows how much I LOVE my Sherman the Snowman. So here he is!! He's always the first thing out of the box!!! I am sure Evan will love him too!!

What would Christmas be without a cat under the tree!! Franklin is standing by for Ornament duty!!Evan checking out his kitty present under the tree!!

Ever since I plugged in our tree Evan has been completely amazed and obssessed with the tree! I REALLY can't wait for Christmas Morning!!!

Evan's ready for Santa!!

Last night I decided I needed some cheering up so I put Evan in his Santa Claus pajamas. It worked!!!

Merry Christmas Everyone!!

After Evan has his bath and is dressed in his PJ's he loves to run around the upstairs acting goofy and working off the last of his energy!
Or stand still so I can take his picture in his cute plaid flannel Santa Claus pajamas!!


Franklin also runs around and acts like a nut. This maneuver scares the heck out of us....

Franklin is very athletic!

OK, for the big finale I have this!!!!.

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My little boy went pee in the potty!! And of course pointed at it!! So maybe we are on our way to beginning potty training. I can only hope!!!!