Thursday, June 10

My smiley boy sitting in his high chair for the first time. He loved being up high and part of the action as he watched Mommy cook.

Mia's First Dentist Visit

Mia had her first dentist visit this past weekend. 20 teeth, no cavities and she let them scrape & brush her teeth. But, her favorite parts of the visit was when she was given a Snow White tooth brush and chose 2 silly bands out of the treasure chest.

Memorial Day at the Tedescos!

The annual hammock picture did not go as planned, but I still think it turned out cute. From left to right: Cole Kober, Joey Tedesco, Chase Kober, Danny Tedesco, Mia Verrengia, Ryan Rodriguez & Charlotte Tedesco. The two littlest (Dean & Caleb) didn't make the photo. We love watching our kids play and grow together. The dynamics are amazing ~ they all get along so well.

Dean even had his first veggie that day. Peas! I don't think he was too impressed.

Danny, Cole & Chase

Ryan, Mia & Charlotte ~ late night snack, PJs & a movie!

We tried to do another group photo and again wasn't too successful. And yes, that is Maureen tossing a hysterical Cole into the photo! LOL ~

Mia's first Ballet

We recently went to the Morristown Community Theatre and saw the NJ Ballet Company perform Beauty & the Beast and Peter & the Wolf. This was Mia's first time seeing a ballet and she was the perfect little lady throughout the whole performance and watched in such awe. It was so incredibly sweet to see the joy in her. First we had lunch al fresco then we saw the ballet and wrapped the day up with an ice cream cone. As you can see, Mia and her little friend Emma enjoyed every minute.

Dining al fresco!

Emma & Mia posing in frint of the theatre.

Saturday, May 22

Happy 5 Month Birthday Dean!

Monday, May 17

Partners in Crime

We had the pleasure of meeting Caleb Matthew this weekend, the son of my childhood friend Ragen & her husband Adam. Dean and Caleb are just 5 weeks apart. Look how peaceful and sweet these two look. I am sure they will be causing havoc together in no time. But even if they do, they will always be our little angels. Congrats Ragen & Adam, he is beautiful!

Sunday, May 9

My First Mother's Day as a Mommy of 2!

I had a really nice Mother's Day this year. Ray sent me a dozen pink roses to work from him and the kids. They were beautiful and a nice surprise. And on Sunday, we hosted a BBQ at our house for family. Unfortunately my Mom couldn't make it; she was sick. But, we called her throughout the day and in today's day and age, she obviously can see pictures of the kids right on this blog!

Great Nana, Mia, Grandma April and Dean

Mia being silly and having a blast as usual with her cousins Aidan & Olivia.

Look! Even Chlo-butt made the picture!

Monday, May 3

Lord Stirling Stable's Family Fun Day

We went to Lord Stirling Stable's Family Fun Day on Saturday and had a great time. It was so nice to visit the stables where I once took riding lessons. I tried pointing that out to Mia, but she was more concerned with the bouncey slide, ponies and cotton candy machine. All in all it was a great day. Dean just chilled in his stroller while Mia had loads of fun with Ryan, Chase & Cole. She went on her first pony ride and climbed a bouncey wall all by herself.

Little love birds, Mia & Ryan.

Even though it was the hottest day of the year so far Dean still managed to be a little angel. He stayed awake the whole time & just took in all the excitement around him.

Chase & Mia enjoying a snow cone.

Mia's first pony ride (his name was rebel).

I couldn't believe how well Mia climbed this bouncey wall which led to the top of a slide. She loved this thing so much and must have gone up it at least 10 times.

Thursday, April 22

Happy 4 Month Birthday Dean!

Wednesday, April 21

First Sibling Bath!

Mia was beyond excited to take her first bath with her brother. Just look at her face!

Monday, April 19

Whoever said horizontal stripes weren't flattering clearly has never met my little peanut.

This shot pretty much sums up their relationship....amazing.

Our Easter with the Ciaudellis





More Easter Fun ~




Tuesday, March 30

Ok, I just had to post this picture. Dean absolutely loves the little wall stickers I bought for right above his changing table. He giggles & coos every time he sees them. It's so cute!

Monday, March 29

Dean's Baptism

Here are some photos from Dean's March 20th Baptism. His God Parents were Ray's sister Stacey and her husband Chris. We had a beautiful day and Dean was a little Angel, as usual.

Dean with his Grandma April.

Dean with Grandma Dee & Grandpa Len.

Mia Rae

Dean with cousin Jessica.

Mia being silly with Charlotte & Olivia.

Dean with Aunt Cathy & Uncle Rob.

A beautiful picture of Aunt Donna & Uncle John.

A beautiful picture of Uncle Pete & Aunt Joyce