Baron Glen Bleazard

We are so happy to announce the arrival of our baby boy, who was born this morning at around 8am. We've had a great day with him today, he's a great sleeper so far and likes to cuddle with mom and dad. We knew he'd be on the bigger than his sister was when she was born, but were surprised when he weighed in at 9 pounds 12 ounces! He's already a hefty little guy with chubby legs and arms. Both Tara and Baron are healthy and doing well.

More Deck Building and The Finished Product

I had a great time building the deck with Dad, Barry and Ty. After getting the materials on Friday morning, we worked pretty much non-stop until 10:30 on Saturday night. We had the backyard full of toolboxes, saws, and lumber. It was so fun to see it all come together. There are still a few minor additions I'd like to make that we didn't have time for, and I won't be able to stain it until Spring because the temperature is too low now that the weather is back to what it'd normally be in November. Luckily the deck is cedar, which stands up to moisture really well even without stain or sealers. I had my hand in the design of the deck, but otherwise followed the instructions of Dad and Ty, who recently built Ty's deck while I was in Thailand and are quickly becoming pros. Dad was the Stairmaster... he did a great job on what was the most challenging part of the project. I learned a ton. Thanks again so much guys for all your hard work! Barry's place will hopefully be next in the Spring.

What can you do in 1 day and a 1/2?

Well 4 Bleazard guys can build the sweetest deck ever in 1 day and a 1/2! We are so appreciative to Dad, Barry, and Ty for all of their sweat and blood (the Dweebie literally left his mark on one of the stairs) and hopefully there were no tears. It was beautiful weather and nice to watch the boys working as brothers and learning from their Dad. With it being crunch time until Baby Boy Bleazard comes and the snow for that matter, we don't know what we would've done without their help. Thanks to Jason too for hooking us up with a great deal on lumber that made the whole project a possibility. I absolutely can not wait for next spring. The kiddies and I are going to live in that backyard next summer. I even have space all around the sod for some desert shrubs and flowers. Beyond the deck will be the garden and I couldn't be happier.





Check out the finished deck in the next post!

Trick or Treat

We had an elaborate plan that included a full cast of Wizard of Oz characters, however this nine month pregnant mama and jet-lagged daddy recently home from Thailand, lost their steam. The "yellow brick road" lead us to the costume aisle at Target. We found the perfect costume for a little girl who often times wakes from her night's sleep to yell, "doggy!" She loved her costume!

It was a spooktacular evening we spent with our friends, the Yeats family. Ally had a great idea to pull the two kiddies in a wagon. I don't know if Eva loved her purple pumpkin, the decorated houses, or just riding in the wagon the most.

Wild animals on the loose! This lion and puppy were stalking a neighborhood cat.

"Back to that house, mama!" Eva was enthralled with all of the creepily decorated homes. Really she just liked the lights and was determined to get back to one of her favorite houses.

Ally was the nicest witch ever. Thanks for the most delicious chili, cornbread, and apple pie Al! It doesn't get much more Halloween than that. And Zach's lion growl was something special.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO ALL!

Mischief Managed