The Blog Drought Has Ended (For Now)

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I know, I haven't blogged in forever. We've been so busy with Bubby's B-day, Christmas, and Nammy Jan's visit. It's been a great two weeks and I'm trying to convince Nammy to move here. Enjoy the new pics.

Happy First Birthday, Brady Patrick Knapp!

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To My Sweet Baby Boy

It seems like just yesterday, Daddy and I were barreling through a Level Two Snow Emergency so you could be born. You were so special from the minute you were born. You came out hollering your head off (or singing along to Rudolph the the Red-Nosed Reindeer which was playing on the hospital intercom.) Dr Neuhoff said, "He has huge feet!" "He's gonna be huge!" You haven't disappointed us yet with that! You still have huge feet!

You are such an amazing and wonderful boy! You delight in all things, especially those that get you in trouble. I love how you always have a smile for me and you wake up giggling and calling for "Mama."

I love how laid back you are and you like all people to be happy and have fun. I like how you have a horrible temper when you don't get your way. Your little face squishes up, you put your head back, and howl like a monkey.

I love how you adore your sister and like waking her up in the morning with your sweet kisses.

I love how you are all boy. You grunt, fart, eat, and scratch like a man. You have no shame. I hope that never changes.

I love how beautiful your are. You are the prettiest boy I know. Don't worry, your Daddy's pretty, too. He became a rough and tough Marine. I hope you don't follow in his footsteps, but I'm sure you'll want to.

I am so excited, proud, and lucky to be your Mommy. You are so fun and every day is a new adventure with you. I can't wait to see what the next year brings.

I love you forever and ever and forever after that!

xoxo,

Mommy

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My Not So Secret Talent

Chef Bubby's Not the Only One Cooking Up Something New

Yup, I'm pregnant. Again. I'm just over six weeks, but I've known for almost four. I knew before the pregnancy test knew. I went to my family doc to double check and get an OB referral. They did two tests and the nurse said, "Well, you killed both my rabbits." I think she was joking, but they might still use rabbits here. Anyway, I got referred to the (I shudder to type it) Naval Hospital. My first appointment is Dec. 29th. It's a group orientation for expectant moms and we all get our first ultrasounds done together. How lovely.

For those that didn't know our news, here are my answers to the most asked questions:

1.) Yes, I've lost my mind.

2.) Yes, Patrick and I know about birth control and use it.

3.) Yes, I know I will have three kids three years old and younger.

4.) Yes, I know I was done with two.

5.) Yes, I know I gave all of my maternity clothes and newborn stuff away.

6.) No, we are not trying to outdo Mandy and Eric.

7.) Yes, I'm getting my tubes tied.

Oh well, babies are always a blessing. I'm due around Aug. 2, so I figure mid July. I'll give an update after my community doctor's appointment.

Going Home

Last week, us crazy Knapps ventured to Ohio for Thanksgiving and to celebrate Brady's 1st (early) Birthday. It was so great to be home, but sad to leave.

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Happy Birthday, Patrick! (a.k.a.) Daddy, Lucky, PVK,Patrice, Santini

To My Dearest Lucky,

These are the top 10 Reasons I love you:
10.) Your sense of humor (you think things are funny even when they aren't)

9.) Your absolute love of Football (you live, breathe, and eat everything football)

8.) Your beautiful eyes (you have the prettiest eyes of any man or woman alive)

7.) The way you like to use big words in the wrong context (i.e. condescending)

6.) You're a shopaholic (I don't need to be)

5.) Our mutual love of processed cheese products

4.) Your dedication to your country

3.) Your dedication to your kids

2.) Your dedication to me

1.) YOU WILL ALWAYS BE OLDER THAN ME!

I love you very much, Happy Birthday!
XOXO,
Your Wife