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Sarah Halstead

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May 10, 2011 By Sarah Halstead

Mother's Day 2011

Filed Under: Family, Photography

We had a pretty great Mother’s Day. I got my Nook Color and case from Kenny and the boys. We went to the early service at church, then Kenny made us all breakfast, pancakes and bacon. Then we just hung around the house till it was time to go to my uncles house. We had a cookout with yummy strawberry desserts. Here are a couple of pictures. I didn’t take many, Carsyn was in a foul mood. He still is honestly. Not really acting like himself. Hoping it is just his top teeth getting ready to come in, but whatever it is it needs to go away. I miss my happy boy!! I am actually typing this at 1am, he has been up for an hour and won’t go back down. Usually he is up for 5 minutes to eat and then is right back in bed. I got interrupted. He went back to bed and slept till 7:30. Phew! Okay enough of that, here are the pictures.

My boys and I.

My mom with all of her kids & and grand kids.

My sister and her girls.

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Still can’t believe Carsyn will be one tomorrow. This time a year ago, I was getting my labor induced. Just crazy. Don’t forget to come back next week for some awesome Giveaways.

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  1. Stacia says

    May 13, 2011 at 4:31 pm

    I'm all about desserts and doing nothing on Mother's Day! Hope your little guy is feeling better. We've got some serious teething going on here, too. =<
  2. Carrie says

    May 13, 2011 at 3:53 pm

    What a beautiful family! Carrie ~ carriesaindon.blogspot.com
  3. Erika B says

    May 12, 2011 at 7:20 am

    Sounds like a perfect day. Great shots! Hope Carsyn is a bit happier now. Erika B
  4. Jen Higgins says

    May 11, 2011 at 2:15 pm

    What sweet family pictures!
  5. Brooke G says

    May 11, 2011 at 12:19 pm

    HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! Late.... It looks and sounds like you had a good day...except for the foul mood part. Oy! I know how that goes. I hope he is sleeping better for you tonight... you poor thing!
  6. L. says

    May 11, 2011 at 11:59 am

    Looks like such a lovely day! Hope Carsyn is feeling better soon--I had to deal with Sammy doing the same thing last night. Teething is a giant pain for everyone!
  7. Caitlin {Pacifier In My Pocket} says

    May 11, 2011 at 7:59 am

    What adorable pictures! Looks like a fun day. And I'm jealous of the Nook Color, they look great!
  8. kelleyn says

    May 10, 2011 at 9:51 pm

    What a perfect day!
  9. case says

    May 10, 2011 at 9:45 pm

    Looks like you had a great mother's day!! Love the pictures friend. Happy Momma's day to you! xo
  10. Jennifer says

    May 10, 2011 at 6:54 pm

    Your family is beautiful! Sounds like a wonderful Mother's Day celebration! I hope your little guy is feeling more like himself soon. He is so sweet! Stopping by from communal global today. :)
  11. alicia says

    May 10, 2011 at 4:07 pm

    Looks like a lovely weekend. How fun to spend it with fam.
  12. Tamar says

    May 10, 2011 at 2:41 pm

    What a great gift!! Looks like you had a great day! Tamar
  13. Veronnica W. says

    May 10, 2011 at 2:30 pm

    Precious pictures! I'm sad to say that I didn't even take one! My MIL got a group shot but my camera was on vacation apparently. Oh well. That's totally not like me either! I'm looking forward to your week of giveaways and I LOVE the theme of the party as I mentioned before! Too cute! Very cool about the Nook too! We just got an iPad 2 a few weeks ago and I've been using it so much. My laptop as been very neglected! haha!
  14. Sue Anderson says

    May 10, 2011 at 12:51 pm

    Hope your little guy is full of smiles again real soon! =)
  15. Michelle Pixie says

    May 10, 2011 at 12:49 pm

    Your boys are adorable! I love the capture with you and your babies...sounds like your day was perfect!
  16. Kelly says

    May 10, 2011 at 12:36 pm

    Awwwh what great pics!! :)
  17. Adeena says

    May 10, 2011 at 12:02 pm

    Carsyn looks so big! :D Great shots. :) I don't know what a nook colour is... is it an e-reader? Off to Google it. ;)
  18. Jeska says

    May 10, 2011 at 11:47 am

    Great photos! Glad you had a nice Mothers Day! I do not look forward to the teething days... I know they can make even the happiest babies hard to handle!
  19. Gina says

    May 10, 2011 at 11:19 am

    Sarah- Loving those first 2 shots- they really came out great.
  20. deb says

    May 10, 2011 at 10:33 am

    Great shots of your family! Hope you enjoy the nook!
  21. Susan says

    May 10, 2011 at 9:56 am

    Great shots!! Glad you enjoyed your day?
  22. Ashley Sisk says

    May 10, 2011 at 9:49 am

    Glad you had a nice weekend - Carsyn looks like he's getting bigger. And did you get a haircut? It looks cute.
  23. Jessica says

    May 10, 2011 at 8:55 am

    WOO HOO for a NOOK COLOR!!! I have the regular NOOK, love it! Love all the photos!! Your boys are tooooo cute!

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I'm Sarah and I am the writer behind this blog. I love sharing recipes, DIY projects, photos and about my everyday life. I married my high school sweetheart Kenny. We have three boys and one baby girl - Dustyn, Carsyn, Prestyn, and Annelyn. Thanks for stopping by, can't wait to get to know you more. Read More…

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