SO I am bad at blogging....

So here we are February 2011......

Just an update on life in general....by person

Scott - Graduated June 2009 from Harvard Business School and took a job at a consulting firm called OC&C Strategy, which he will soon be leaving for another job at a PE placement group called Harken. SCott has been busy traveling for work but loves the challenge it has brought, but we are looking forward to a new adventure in the career area of life. Scott has sicne been enjoying being a great dad to our little(well, not so little) Mr. Ethan. He enjoys working on some family history and just relaxing from the craziness life brings. We moved from our apartment in Arlington, MA, to Medford, just the next town over. We were sad to leave our place of nearly 7 years(holy cow), but are enjoying our new place and the basement has become one of Scott's weekend projects that never seems to end. After accumulating lots of stuff over 7 years and having a kid, not to mention the slow trickle of childhood sentimentals being sent our way, the basement is in constant motion.... Therefor it needs maintenance.. Also Scott has become very invested in our family emergency preparedness plan, so we have made a goal of house 3 months worth of our family needs, so more stuff in the basement..... But we feel that is a good thing.

Brittany - I am a proud mommy of now 2 kiddos. I am bust just making it through the day and making sure the house does not fall apart. After leaving home I slowly turned into a very tidy person so I clean up a lot since I have a living tornado in the house. I also have continued to play around with crafting and decorating the house... I love to relax and to get my "therapy" through being creative, but time is not something I have a lot of. I have a quilt for Jenna that I am needing to finish, since I have a goal of making one for each of my kids.... I continue to work per diem as an RN at Beth Israel Deaconess Med. Center, but right now I am on Maternity leave, so we will see what the future holds on that front. I do want to keep my skills up, plus I have enjoyed the intillectual stimulation and social aspect of working here and there. Over this past summer, Amanda, my sister in law was our live in nanny that watched Ethan while I picked up more shifts, it was great to get out of the house a bit:). I enjoy hanging out with friends and going to the park with Ethan, although New England winter has been harsh and keeping us inside a lot.....

Ethan - Turned 2 in September and is a joy to be reckoned with. He is full of all the fun a 2 year old brings, ranging from infectious laughter and cuteness to mischievous naughty behavior with a tantrum thrown in every so often. But he truly is a good and loving boy. He loves Cars, and Thomas (what boys don't?). He likes to run fast and his favorite new word is "cool". He is a cute kid especially with his little glasses on. He is a very picky eater, but we will wait it out.... He learns very fast and already knows his letters and numbers. He loves his new little sister and when the Jenna cries he says "what's the matter?" and he says "I love you, baby" and gives her sweet kisses. When Jenna is happy he mentions it... He is just lots of fun.

Jenna Lianne - Jenna joined us just before Christmas 2010. She came at a whopping 9 pounds and 7 ounces. A shock to me since Ethan was 6 lbs 13oz. She is very sweet and a very good baby. I think she is going to bring us lots of joy and mommy is having fun having a girl. It is amazing how the time has flown by, she will be 7 weeks old on Monday. We had a very memorable Christmas with her as my mom, dad and sister Jessie joined us out here in Boston for the holidays and Jenna was the cherry on top.

If I did not mention it before - we have no kitties now, we had to give them away. Ethan is allergic to them and so we found a good home. Bucky and Boo went together so that made mroe feel better about parting with them, but it was a hard adjustment for me, and Scott would never admit it but he misses them too:)..

So what is in store for us? Will we stay forever in Boston? The answer is that there is the potential that with his new job we can choose any location we want to live. So after about 6 months we will be looking at how things are going and see what and where it makes sense to be... most likely it would be either A). Stay in Boston, B). Move to SLC, or C). Move to Seattle area... I will hopefully blog more and keep you all posted. Plus this might be a good place for me to document my musings and life experiences as a mommy, and keep you updated on what is going on in our little family.

Tantrum and crying fits....

Okay so Motherhood is not always what you fantasize while that little bun is cooking. The Bun, aka Ethan, was all nice and warm and browned on top for the past year, and now he has opened up and the steam is burning my fingers!

So I had a fabulous expereince with this little man while shopping for craft supplies for a YW project. Ethan had wiggled his way out of the shopping cart and so I had to hold him, because the little guy should have been name Houdini. He then goes on to wiggle with all his might out of my arms so I can only put him down..... then he heads for the display of fake floral wreaths, I could just picture the disater..... I of course am trying to check out my stuff and he is on the loose! So I go and pick him up and let the screaming begin! Tears and yells and wiggles are overpowering me and I can only put him down, happy as a bug he heads for more items of interest. Luckily my frined Ande was with me, who finished checking out for me, while I headed to the car... with Ethan walking along side me happy as a camper. As soon as I try to get him into his carseat, some wizard must have yelled "Petrificus Totalis"... Because he went straight as a board and only super mommy stregnth could get his hips to bend... And more crying and tears.... Gosh you think my main goal in life to to be the evil mommy monster that ruines all the fun....

I think we have also entered the Separation Anxiety Phase as well..... The kid wants me then pushes me away..... Well I guess this is how it will be until I am on my early deathbed; a result of mini heart attacks from Ethans disregard for safety these days.

Well..... I must now go and appologize to my mother for all the tantrums I threw and for all the shoves away. I am hoping that I can survive toddlerhood sane.... and to think I want more of these little people...... Well I will just have to be insane for a while, because at the end of the day, they are just too cute(natures way of keeping the young alive)....

A year Later! Happy Birthday Mr. Ethan!

So here We are 1 Year Later with a 12month old today! I can't beleive that he has grown so much.... and might I add myslef! I feel like the past year has flown by! Ethan is such a joy in life, full of giggles and fun! He keeps me on my toes now that he can get up on a few things around the house! If I can just keep him out of the ER another year I will be a happy mommy!

Scott and I continue to enjoy our time here in Boston, although I might add that Scott has ditched me for London for 3 weeks of work...... Oh well. Next time he goes to Europe it will be with me and kid free! I am staying busy hanging out with other mommies, firends and working here and there. I find most of my time is consumed by making sure Ethan is safe from his lack of common sense, BTW when does that kick in?

Well better run so Ican get a few things done while the boy naps! Here are a few more Pictures for you all to enjoy!

Summer 2009

Above is Haystack Rock in Cannon Beach, OR....Think Goonies!

Boston Harbor, During the Sail Boston event, where lots of tall ship come from all over the world and show off their masts:) It was fun, and hot!

Mommy and Ethan, having too much fun...

Ethan and Grandpa Wixom, and Buster kitty in the back:)

Ethan preparing Aunt Chelsea and Uncle Jesse (the newlyweds) for the day they get one of him!

Auntie Jessie and Ethan:)

Ethan with his Grandma Wixom:)

Larabee State Park

Cannon Beach, OR.....Ethan "This sand is quite fine with a dash of salt, spinked with seaweed, brilliant! Can I have some more please!"

Great Grandma Johnson and Mickey Pupperoni.

Ethan enjoying the backyard at grandma and grandpas!

First cut, lost the battle with the toy chest...

Weeeeee daddy, push me higher!

Already a serious Artist! Dad will be proud!

" Mom, can we have stuffed frog for dinner!?"

Too cute!

So, I have 10 minutes before I have to get Ethan up from his nap, lest bedtime be a struggle! I thought I would catch everyone up on the Holley Family.

So last you heard Scott graduated from his MBA program still wondering what the next step would be in our adventure. Well we are happy to announce that Scott did find a job here in Boston! We are going to enjoy Bean Town a bit longer! We are thrilled to stay! He started working for OC&C Strategy at the end of June and is now feeling like it is a good fit.

I on the otherhand am working full time to raise Mr. E. A full time position with no pay but lots of benefits including hugs and slobbery kisses, waves and the shaking of the head (No). Just my kind of work! On a more serious note, I am looking forward to working a few shifts at the hospital in September.

This summer we have ventured out to Washington to attend my sister Chelsea's Wedding, which went beautifully! We then trekked to Cannon Beach Oregon for a Family reunion. Scott went golfing with the pros in the family and went fishing with all the guys who married into our crazy, but awsome family. They even brought home lots of salmon, and about 45 Dungoness crabs, which were littlerally devowered like wolves withing about 20 minutes. I guess I am not the only seafood lover in the family, it must be genetic. We had a great time flying kites and building the MOST AWSOME sand castle in all of Cannon Beach. We then headed back to my parents and Scott went back to work while I stayed and played in WA. Now we are back and moving forward. Ethan Will be 1 year old in September.... which makes me reflect on the past year. I think all I have accomplished is raising a cute boy who has decided to start walking already. That is motherhood. Anyway, better go get my boy up so he goes to be by 7:30! Wish me luck. We will keep you posted on our adventure in Montreal this weekend! Love and miss all you out there that I don't see too often, or those who ditched Boston for other places around the globe!

Ethan and Mommy at 7.5 months

Ethan and Daddy at 7.5 Months

Ethan at 7.5.months

7.5 months

Ethan at 6.75 months

Ethan at 5.25 months

Ethan at 5.75 months

Ethan at 2.5 month with Mom and Dad

Ethan around 3 months

Christmas in WA, with Mimi Farnworth

Mom, Ethan and Dad at Church at 1.5 months

Okay, I have heard I am a bad blogger so here will be an attempt to catch up on a few things....

Ethan is now 8.25 months old! He is a busy boy! Crawling since 6.5 months and pulling to stand and cruising a little makes him feel soooo BIG! Lots of toothy smiles and some giggle with a tickle are flowing in abundance these days! He is still a very curious boy, always inspecting new items from every angle possible and then tasting every aspect of it! He eats a variety of foods now too:)

We have since my last post found Ethan is allergic to kitties, so Boo and Bucky went to a new home together where I have heard they have adjusted and settled in. It was a sad few weeks in the Holley home since we lost 2 very precious family members, but our furry friends are happy with a roof over thier heads:)

As for Scott and I......

Scott has finally gotten his MBA from Harvard Business School. We celebrated all last week with dinners, family and friends! We also went to NY for the weekend and saw a Ballet at the Lincoln Center. It was nice to get out without the baby tagging along. Scott is currently searching for the next best opportunity to start his post MBA career while doing some consulting work:)

I, Brittany, have been just busy with my church calling to serve the Youth, I love it. I love the girls soooo much! I have been keeping busy just making sure Ethan stays out of trouble. We go to a few mom groups which is great for the mental stability of any new mother:). If I am not doing those things I am enjoying a bit of Card making, sew projects, and my friend Ande and I made an attempt to make baby food; messy but rewarding. I also just keep things together here at home. Walking to the Pond and park are also a favorite, since Ethan loves the swing:)

So, life is changing for us alot these days. We are sad to see so many good friends move away, but we are excited for the future:)

Hope you enjoyed the pictures and update of the Holley family progress:)