Georgia on my Mind!

Ok, we got into Atlanta just in time for rush hour traffic. It was horrible, but after 1 1/2 hours on the interstate we finally made it the 20 miles to our exit. We stayed in Duluth, GA at the Atlanta Marriott, Gwinnett Place. It was wonderful. They gave us an amazing room on the 15th floor with an awesome view! We were both exhausted from the car ride, but were willing to go back out for some Steak and Shake Burgers. They were delicious! We walked around Gwinnett Center Mall for a few minutes then went back to the hotel, turned on the tv and then tried to get some sleep. I could not sleep at all. I may have gotten an hour tops. 

Saturday morning, after calling my babies to check in, we got all dolled up and went to the Georgia Mall. It was huge! I quickly realized I had on the wrong shoes for this venture. Our first stop was Old Navy for their famous $1 flip flop sale! Matt had to stand in line while I shopped. The lines were sooooooooo long. But we got 5 pair of flip flops for $5! It was worth it. Then, we proceeded to walk the entire mall. Taking our time and enjoying each little shop we went in. It was awesome not having to stop for diaper changes, rush because the kids were screaming, or pick up cheerios of the store floor while the clerk looked on with a disapproving face. We spent three and a half hours at the mall. Woo! I was exhausted after that. We went back to the hotel vowing we were not going to go back out. We went swimming in the pool and after about 30-40 minutes of relaxing by the pool, I found my second wind (or so I thought). We went out in search of an accessories shop looking for a new purse for myself. They had some awesome purses at the mall for like $60-$195!! I needed something a little less exspense. We finally found a Ross Dress for Less after driving about 20 mintues. I got a great purse. However, by this point my second wind turned out to just be a slight breeze. Matt had to take me to the hotel while he went out to find food and bring it back to me. I got straight in the bed and did not get out of it the rest of the night. We just sat there eating junk food and watching The International for an outrageous $13.99 on pay-per-view. Hey, we are allowed to splurge every now and then right? I again did not sleep very well. I slept a little longer than friday night getting about 3-4 hours of sleep.

The next morning I woke up at the crack of dawn. I took my shower very quietly and then sat in the dark for as long as I could before finally waking Matt up at 7:50am. I was so ready to see my babies. We had a good drive home and made it back by 11am (Alabama time). And after having our babies home and safe in their beds, I finally got some sleep. 

All in all, a great weekend!

18 month Check-up

Cayden went for his 18 month check up. Everything went smoothly other than the hour drive to the doctors office (thanks to a train sitting on the tracks in Helena). He weighs 26lbs 13.5oz and is 33inches tall. He is in the 60% for weight! Which is amazing considering 6 months ago he and Kaylee both were in the 25%. He is definitly growing. Doctor said to cut back on the sugar and switch to lactose free milk. Hopefully, that will clear up his digestive problems which in turn will clear up his horrible diaper rashes. I just wish he would have told me to try switching milks 4 months ago when this all started. 

Cayden also got a new bed. Our darling friends Mitch and Nicole gave us a twin bed. It is a little premature for him. I think he would be much happier in the crib. If it hadn't have broken, he would still be in there. He only fell out of the bed twice last night. lol. So, I guess it will take some getting used to.

Mattie and I are headed to Atlanta friday. We are celebrating our 3 year anniversary! (May 20 is our actual anniversary) We are super excited. We are going to go to the Mall of Georgia which I am stoked about. Also, we are going to go the Atlanta Zoo if its not raining, which Matt is stoked about. I am so blessed to have such an amazing husband and friend. He is my world. I love you Mattie!! :)

I got a coupon binder and am all organized like a pro. I will have the art of couponing down in no time. Its so much fun! Its like playing a game. Its me versus the grocery store. And I am gonna win!!

Well, that's all for now. Oh, Kaylee's doing great. Nothing new on her end. She still Kaylee. :)

Take care everyone, enjoy your Memorial day!

That's Awesome!!

Woo hoo!!! Mattie won the Biggest Loser Competition! There were two catagories: Most amount of weight lost and Most percentage of weight lost. Matt won both of them!!! He has lost a grand total of 65 pounds which is 25% of his body weight! I am so proud! I took him to Top China Buffet for dinner thursday so he could eat all the chinese food he wanted. It was great.

On another positive note, I am learning the art of being frugal. I am L-O-V-I-N-G it!!! We went Grocery shopping today and we saved a good bit of money from coupons and careful planning. Believe it or not I still have a lot to learn about the art of coupons. However, I am still pretty stoked. Here's a summary of our trips:

Wal-mart: 

2 packs of Oscar Mayer Weiners for $2.00

2lbs of Oscar Mayer Deli Fresh lunch meat for $5.00

Kraft Salad Dressing for FREE

and some other items we needed for a grand total of $24.34 with a savings of $6.50

Publix:

Deluxe Mac-n-Cheese for $.99

McCormack Grill Mates Seasoning for FREE

Eggo Waffles for $1.39

2 Tombstone pizzas for $4.79

Grand Total is $13.95 with a savings of $13.76!!  Woohoo!!!!!

Cvs:

Huggies Jumbo pack of diapers $7.49!! Savings of $3.50!

Anyway, some of you may be thinking I am a little crazy. I thought that about people who were so excited about coupons before I realized how much money we could save. I am never turning back. If its not on sale its not going in our buggy. :)

Well, that's all for now. Thanks for reading! :)

I took some pics of the kids today at Aldridge Gardens. I am so blessed. I love being a mommy. Happy Mother's Day to everyone! 

Way to Go Mattie!

Matt has lost 61 pounds and counting!! Way to go, Mattie!! There is nine days left until the Final Weigh In of the Biggest Loser Competion. So far, Matt is in the lead. However, we don't know the specifics and there is still time for others to get some good numbers in. I will update you guys again when the competition is over.

Matt's awesome new body, has made mine look rather frumpy and chunky. Therefore, pray for me as I begin trying to change my eating habits. I do not want to have any addiction to food at all. I want food to be a healthy part of my life. I am excited at the possibilty of having freedom from food. However, very skeptical that I will be able to do this. We'll see.

Things with Hudson are Wonderful!! He is so precious! Bryant and Lauren are precious too. I have a great job! 

Kaylee and Cayden are doing well. Not really anything new since the last post. They are having a night out tonight with Nana and Pop. They are really looking forward to that. I know they love all of their time with the grandparents. Matt and I love those times too. :) 

Well, until next time!