Butler Family Blog

update since MAY!!!

2009-10-27T20:10:00.000-07:00

Yikes i haven't updated since Memorial Day!!! Aunt CiCi, I couldn't bear to send you the link without updating so thanks for lighting the fire under me (in my defense, i have been posting some on facebook)...Elizabeth has truly embraced everything FALL, halloween, pumpkin carving, Alabama football!!!

Memorial Day Weekend 2009

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2009-02-15T15:37:00.000-08:00

Make a Smilebox greeting

Tea Time

2009-01-09T06:11:00.000-08:00

Robins & Morton Christmas luncheon

2009-01-05T20:41:00.001-08:00

So our 2nd seasonal visit with Santa didn't go so well...again...

but she warmed up pretty quickly...

and the rest of the day she was literally unstoppable...

Christmas at SuSu's

2008-12-21T16:13:00.000-08:00

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

It has been a very merry year indeed! Merry Christmas to all of our dear family and friends!

2008-12-17T19:40:00.000-08:00

Make a Smilebox scrapbook

Gobble, Gobble, Gobble.....

2008-11-27T15:24:00.000-08:00

Thanksgiving wishes from Elizabeth!

Happy Thanksgiving from The Butlers!

Busy Fall Saturday!

2008-10-11T20:03:00.000-07:00

We had a great family fall Saturday!First the Susan G. Komen 5K, then the park, ice cream and finally Boo at the Zoo and dinner at Newks! It was hard to get our busy little bumble bee to stop for even a quick "posed" picture but at least you get a cute view of her halloween costume. It was a special treat having cousin Grace Ellen in town to play!

Aldridge Botanical Gardens

2008-10-05T10:36:00.000-07:00

Chrystal and I took the kiddos to Aldridge Gardens yesterday. It was fun but we determined that a full fledged photo shoot definetly warrants an assistant or two...especially with a toddler and a lake...

2008-09-28T21:03:00.000-07:00

This photo is a few weeks old but Craig and I lost our camera and have to beg for the best shots from family and friends...anyway, we think Elizabeth looks like such a big girl here! She was insistent on sitting in this swing rather than the toddler swing.

Crazy Uncle Rob taught her some fancy moves on the slide (great camera work Craig...)

Roll Tide!!!

2008-09-28T20:51:00.001-07:00

We all had a great weekend (Happy Birthday Papa!) and Elizabeth will continue the celebration in Atlanta this week with the Butlers. She hasn't quite mastered "Roll Tide" but her shaker skills are quite impressive although Grandma will not allow walking around with them..."she'll poke her eye out with those sticks"...

"Spoonfeeding"

2008-08-09T15:34:00.001-07:00

E has recently embraced feeding herself using utensils which has been quite interesting (translation=messy) for everyone else.

Playing with the Queen of Hearts

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Thought you would get a kick out of Elizabeth's newest "hobby"!

Happy 1st Birthday Elizabeth!

2008-06-10T15:31:00.000-07:00

Happy 1st Birthday Elizabeth!!! She was the model birthday girl, wearing her hat through the song and smearingd her cake perfectly on her face without messing up her adorable birthday dress! She even shared her cake and presents with the other minature guests.

April Superhero Party at the McWayne Center

2008-06-10T15:14:00.000-07:00

Ok Mom, I know I am in BIG TROUBLE for not updating the blog so my goal this week is to fill in since my last post in Febuary. These are from the Super Hero Party at the McWayne Center in April. I thought Elizabeth would be too young to really enjoy it but she and Madison had a BLAST in the "little kids" section. We will definely be back in this summer for some more "science fun"!

Splish Splash I love taking a bath!

2008-02-24T17:41:00.000-08:00

Update of the past few months!

2008-02-10T18:58:00.000-08:00

Wow, so much has happened since I last posted in OCTOBER!!! Elizabeth is growing like a weed and will be one year old March 6. She is very happy and healthy (our only setback was trip to Children's ER in Atlanta on Thanksgiving night with the croup). Her first Christmas was amazing and she loved all of her gifts, especially the wrapping paper and ribbons. Craig and I just returned from a weeklong trip skiing the slopes in Breckendridge. Elizabeth spend the week with Grandma and Papa Butler. Enjoy the pictures below!

below: Elizabeth in the gown she was baptized in. Mom made the gown by hand and incorporated some lace from Craig's mother's wedding dress. I wish you could see the details more but trust me, it was so beautiful!

Cooking with Grandma!

Way Past Due-New Photos!

2007-10-30T19:13:00.000-07:00

I have been such a bad blogger....almost 2 months later, here are some great pictures from our September family beach trip, football season and Halloween! I'll try to do better in November and watch for some pictures from Elizabeth's baptism two weeks ago later this week. Enjoy!

Happy Grandparents Day!

2007-09-09T17:40:00.000-07:00

Today's post was written by our guest blogger, Elizabeth Butler.....
Happy Grandparent's Day to my dear grandparents! I am the luckiest little girl in the world to have so many people that love me so very much! Thanks for everything you do for me and mommy and daddy. We couldn't make it without your generous love and support-especially in the last year!

PaPa, Davis and Karen were in town this weekend and I really impressed them with my new "foot in mouth" trick and my gift of gab (well more like coo and shriek but you get the idea). My first ever trip to the beach is coming up very soon so stay tuned for some pics and stories later in the week. I finally get to show off those adorable swimsuits SuSu got for me earlier this summer. I think I feel a few teeth coming in so hopefully that won't affect our good time.

Last weekend Grandma and Papa were in town for the Bama game and Papa "oriented" me in Bama Fever. I think houndstooth is a good look for me, don't you?

Sunday, August 26

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Elizabeth is spending some time in Atlanta this week with her Grandma and Papa and visiting with her Fun Aunt Leslie and Crazy Uncle Rob (who we heard recieved a special gift from little E on Saturday). As you can see, she is having a great time (already reading the AJC...very impressive!).

Also, I recently discovered an awesome blog that lists the best weekly deals on baby essentials (diapers,formula, etc.). I thought some of you might find it helpful!
http://babycheapskate.blogspot.com/

Finally, random but funny story. Craig and I took Bagger for a walk this afternoon and I noticed a big green and yellow parrot hanging out on the railing of a neighbor's front porch. We stopped to stare and the parrot started squawking and talking (I am not exagerrating). I asked a kid riding his bike if the family that lived there had a parrot and he said that they do and that he hangs out on the front porch all the time. I wish we had a photo to go with the story...

First "Swim"

2007-08-11T20:25:00.000-07:00

Late this afternoon, we took Elizabeth over to Chrystal and John's pool for her 1st "dip". She was a natural and enjoyed it very much! Thanks to SuSu for her very first (and very adorable) swimsuit!

2007-08-09T15:39:00.000-07:00

A co-worker sent this to me earlier in the week and it was very relevant because i have had a little "road rage" due to the back to school traffic nightmares every morning and evening. It helped put things back into perspective...Enjoy!

The ' L I T T L E ' Things .

As you might know, the head of a company survived
9/11 because his son started kindergarten.

Another fellow was alive because it was
his turn to bring donuts.

One woman was late because her
alarm clock didn't go off in time.

One was late because of being stuck on the NJ Turnpike
because of an auto accident.

One of them missed his bus.

One spilled food on her clothes and had to take
time to change.

One's car wouldn't start.

One went back to answer the telephone

One had a child that dawdled
and didn't get ready as soon as he should have.

One couldn't get a taxi.

The one that struck me was the man
who put on a new pair of shoes that morning,
took the various means to get to work
but before he got there, he developed
a blister on his foot.
He stopped at a drugstore to buy a Band-Aid.
That is why he is alive today.

Now when I am stuck in traffic ,
miss an elevator,turn back to answer a ringing telephone .
all the little things that annoy me.
I think to myself,this is exactly where
God wants me to be at this very moment..

Next time your morning seems to be
going wrong ,the children are slow getting dressed,
you can't seem to find the car keys,
you hit every traffic light,
don't get mad or frustrated; It may be just that
God is at work watching over you.

May God continue to bless you
with all those annoying little things
and may you remember their possible purpose.

The Little Things

2007-08-09T15:36:00.000-07:00

Someone sent this to me earlier in the week and it really hit home because I have struggled with a little "road rage" this week now that school has started back and traffic is a nightmare. It helped put things back into perspective!

The ' L I T T L E ' Things .
As you might know, the head of a company survived
9/11 because his son started kindergarten.

Another fellow was alive because it was
his turn to bring donuts.

One woman was late because her
alarm clock didn't go off in time.

One was late because of being stuck on the NJ Turnpike
because of an auto accident.

One of them
missed his bus.

One spilled food on her clothes and had to take
time to change.

One's
car wouldn't start.

One went back to
answer the telephone

One had a
child that dawdled
and didn't get ready as soon as he should have.

One couldn't
get a taxi.

The one that struck me was the man
who put on a new pair of shoes that morning,
took the various means to get to work
but before he got there, he developed
a blister on his foot.
He stopped at a drugstore to buy a Band-Aid.
That is why he is alive today.

Now when I am
stuck in traffic ,
miss an elevator,
turn back to answer a ringing telephone .
all the little things that annoy me.
I think to myself,
this is exactly where

God wants me to be
at this very moment..

Next time your morning seems to be
going wrong ,
the children are slow getting dressed,
you can't seem to find the car keys,
you hit every traffic light,
don't get mad or frustrated; It
may be just that
God is at work watching over you.

May God continue to bless you
with all those annoying little things
and may you remember their possible purpose.

Pictures from the weekend

2007-08-05T20:25:00.001-07:00

Oops, I forgot to add the pictures. Please bear with me as I figure this blogging business out...

August

2007-08-05T20:14:00.001-07:00

Wow! We can hardly believe how FAST Elizabeth is growing. She is rolling over EVERY time we lay her down and will be sitting up alone very soon. We will likely be starting one meal a day on solids. She is busting out of 3-6 month onesies because she is so long and she just officially moved up to size 2 diapers (ask me why today made it official and I'll show you the lovely brown spot on my white pants). Anyway, probably more info than you wanted but it's my blog and a free forum for my thoughts is likely going to be a dangerous thing...

Mom took a french hand sewing class on Saturday and has started a gown for Elizabeth. I am so impressed with her skill and even more with her patience! Now if only we can coordinate her sewing progress with the church's

Enjoy these pictures from this weekend. Uncle Dave got his first huge grin and giggle from Elizabeth Friday night and was so overwhelmed with emotion I almost shed a tear! As you can see, she is always the center of attention and is already eating it up. If you want copies of any of these, let me know and I'll upload them to walmart.com or shutterfly.
Have a great week!
Melissa

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July photos

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