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New Year, New Do’s

by stephanie | January 2nd, 2010 | Posted in Ezra, Kid Stuff, Life, News, Noah

The boys hair was all sorts of out of control, growing every which way, and several different lengths.  On New Year’s Eve we decided to take them for their first haircuts.  It went fairly well, we went to CNC Barbershop and Cedric was super nice and did a great job with the boys.  Ez’s hair is shorter than I wanted but it was the only way he could even it out (on the plus side Noah can’t pull it anymore).  Noah’s turned out great and is easier to comb out.

Ez in the chair ready to go

Getting it buzzed, he was actually fairly relaxed during this

Noah's turn!

Noah getting started

He didn't enjoy it very much

The finished product

Messy Child Contest Finalist!

by stephanie | December 28th, 2009 | Posted in Blog Friends, Ezra, Kid Stuff, News, Noah

Remember this cuteness:

and this cuteness:

That’s right they are both finalist!  So please hope over to totrags and vote for Noah or Ezra!  We love our totrag bibs and could always use more bibs.

And if your interested hop on over to totrags and purchase some of their great products yourself.

My little brother is officially a fire fighter

by stephanie | September 20th, 2009 | Posted in Life, News

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Last night I went to Jason’s swearing in as a fire fighter for Ak-Chin.  It was a nice night and I am very proud of him.

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The happy new fire fighter and his family

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Proud dad

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Mom and son

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Bagpipers leading in the Color Guard

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Abby enjoying the bagpipes

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Getting sworn in

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Getting pinned

Good News All Around

by stephanie | May 27th, 2009 | Posted in Abby, Adoption, Blog Friends, Ezra, News, Noah

First, Congratulations to Gregg and Meg, Sam officially became their son today and he is adorable.  

Second, Abby made it to the 3rd and final round of Baby Idol!  Please keep voting for her!

Matt took this adorable shot and is very excited to see her make it so far.  It doesn’t hurt that she is just so freakin’ cute!

Third, Our visa appointment was confirmed for June 11.  We leave June 6!  We are so excited to finally be leaving and super excited to meet those two cute little boys of ours!  We will be back home to begin our new life together June 16!!!

Noah & Ezra!

by admin | May 18th, 2009 | Posted in Adoption, Ezra, Life, News, Noah

Introducing Noah Esrael and Ezra Yakob born on November 14, 2008!

 

Ezra is on the left, Noah on the right.  Angie was so sweet to take this video for us when she was there!

 

Here are their referral photos taken February 10, 2009:

Ezra Yakob

 

Noah Esrael

I am sensing a theme in their daily lives, two different families traveling weeks apart have both sent me this scene: 

Ezra crying and Noah giving him a look

Lots more pictures in the photo gallery!

Today was not the day :(

by stephanie | May 8th, 2009 | Posted in Adoption, Ezra, News, Noah

We didn’t pass court today.  One piece of paper did not have both boys names on it.  Something so simple!  We are both bummed.  I really wanted to share the boys with ya’ll today, more than anything.

Our new court date is May 14.  So please pray for that one stinken piece of paper to come back correctly.

6 days until court!

Abby's Big Arrival

by stephanie | December 31st, 2008 | Posted in Baby Stuff, Family Time, News

Abby finally made her appearance this morning at 10:35 after a very long night.  She weighed in at 7 pounds 3.5 ounces and 21 inches long.  She is an absolute doll and already keeping Jason busy with the diaper changes!

Here are some pics, I also uploaded a few more in the photo gallery (I will upload more when I get them, hint hint dad):

Yawning must be hard work being born

Happy new family

Proud new dad

Grandpa and Abby

Grandma and Abby

Check out Matt in the news

by stephanie | July 8th, 2008 | Posted in News

Matt is featured in an article on a local area website.  Go check it out!

New Blog Name & theme

by admin | July 4th, 2008 | Posted in News

So our blog name had lots of issues with random search traffic. @dams is not an uncommon last name. And lets just say some of our random search traffic was disappointed with the results when they made it to our blog. I guess thats what happens when we topped the search results for a popular 1980s playmate. 

 

So anyway. We changed the blog URL to mattandstephaniesblog.com. So far all looks to be working like normal. But time will tell if there are issues. 

Also, i finished a new blog theme. Stephanie disliked how “bland” the old one was, although I loved the minimalism and typography. Notice that you can switch the design scheme in the upper right. Pretty cool huh. 

Also note that the recent posts on the right will be the best way to access older posts, as the home page now only shows the newest post, and most recent comments. 

 

We’ll see how it goes. There may be more revisions later. 

I am going to be an Aunt!!!

by stephanie | May 15th, 2008 | Posted in News

My little brother and his lovely wife are expecting their first child.  The baby is due January 2, 2009!  Congratulations to you both!!!

 

P.S.  I think we need a nickname for the baby for the blog.  I’ll leave it up to you two.

Matt Kicked out of the house

by admin | January 12th, 2008 | Posted in Life, News

Is what Stephanie wanted to post. But It was a mutual decision.

So some of you may know Our Design firm has been getting busier and busier. Lots of new projects, great clients, and so on. We have out grown the concept of working in Matt & Stephanie’s house. I’m excited, but I think Stephanie may be more excited.

So as we are growing in staff members, More space is needed. Today was a long day as we have moved to some great offices.

Check out the pics.
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The Lobby

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The Conference room

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Matts Office

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Other offices are not ready yet. but will look the same.

beard & mustache champs

by admin | November 29th, 2007 | Posted in Life, News

Beard Team USA competes for the United States at the biennial World Beard and Moustache Championships. In doing so, the primary goal is to promote the worldwide appreciation of beards and mustaches.

Why should you care you ask?

[english accent]To my fellow Beard and Mustache Gentleman: It is with great honor I would like to announce that The 2009 World Beard & Mustache Championships are to be held in Alaska. [end english accent]

this is awesome for so many reasons.

check these out:

For 2007 I rocked a beard. But I may have to groom a better mustache beard combo so I can compete in the 2011 competitions (I’m not yet ready for 2009). I am currently looking for a good coach and manager to assist in strategy and conditioning. It will be grueling training, but i must represent my country.

So if you are, or know of any top notch, aggressive, and dedicated beard & mustache aficionados willing to take on a coaching role, let me know.

Welcome to the Neighborhood!

by stephanie | November 10th, 2007 | Posted in News

Proud parents Eric and Aubrey welcomed their son Ethan this morning at 8 pounds 7.5 ounces. Ethan we cannot wait to meet you and watch you grow!

The St. Bernard Project

by stephanie | August 29th, 2007 | Posted in News

Today is the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and unfortunately the devastating effects are still very evident in New Orleans.

I encourage you to help a family rebuild their home: St. Bernard Project

I could not imagine being without a place to call home for two years.