Flashback Friday: Usually Funny, Occasionally Freaky, Probably Self Deprecating . . . Always From The Past!

It's Flashback Friday--the Birth-da-versary edition!  Eleven years ago today we began celebrating Jonathan's birthday on the day before his actual birthday, because we were married the very next day . . . on his birthday.  My sweet hubby was born on July 14th, which is now our wedding anniversary.  For those of you who have been following our lives here on Mommy Thoughts for the last several years, the Birth-da-versary is not a new concept for you.  For those who are new, that is the silly term we coined to refer to July 14th Jonathan's birthday and our wedding anniversary.  In case you are wondering, I do still tell my husband happy birthday on his "real birthday," but eleven years ago he said he didn't want me to fuss over him on our wedding day, that he was getting the best birthday present ever . . .me!  And, a collective "awwwwwe" was heard from Mommy Thoughts readers across the country.  So, the pre-birthday birthday celebration tradition began.

Eleven years ago today . . .

July 14, 2001 . . . happiest day of my life!  How could it not be?  I married my very best friend! I happen to think he's generally awesome and pretty handsome too!  Still makes my heart flutter for sure!

Flashback Friday: Usually Funny, Occasionally Freaky, Probably Self Deprecating . . . Always From The Past!

This patriotic Flashback Friday comes with a glimpse into the present, as I am including pictures of our family's Fourth of July celebrations this year.

Me and My little sister, Katie, visiting Nana & Poppy over the summer (home from Japan).

Quite decked out in patriotic garb 

(summer after 7th grade).

Our Family enjoyed the Fourth of July for two days this year.  On July 3rd, we enjoyed a Moe's dinner and then joined up with friends for fellowship and fireworks.  July 4th was spent at home--very low key (chillin' and eating). 

iPhone Eyes:  As seen on Instagram

It's Tradition!

I can hardly believe that over four months have passed since I brought my sweet baby boy home from the hospital.  Alas--they have.  And, in this house, it means that it is time for one of my most favorite traditions . . . naked baby on the changing table photo!!!  Caleb was a sport and showed off his birthday suit with style and dignity.  All dignity will soon be lost, however, when Mommy proudly puts Caleb's photo on display with the other "naked baby photos" (his 3 sisters) in the hall bathroom.

Here are all my naked babes together (Clockwise from top L:  Caleb, Emerson, Hannah, Madeline)