Happy Halloween 2011

Happy Halloween!!!

This year Madman decided to go as a golfer (Zack Johnson NOT Tiger Woods- gotta show love to the Iowa boy.) and to say he rocked it would be an understatement. I think it turned out pretty cute!

Even Mommy and Daddy got some trick or treating in!

Thanks Scott and Lisa for the yummy treats!

1/2 way through our trick or treating Maddox got tired and thought Eddie's bed sounded like a great spot to land. I would say Maddox had a pretty successful night among the ghouls and goblins!

Hawkeye Wrestler

Earlier this summer Cody (april's BF) and April gave Maddox a sweet Iowa Hawkeye singlet. I find it absolutely adorable. During highschool I spent my fair share of time around wrestling matches so I wouldn't be heartbroken if Madman really did take up the sport. I couldn't help but pass along these cute photos.

And she is pinned!



Full body shot, too cute!



2nd Birthday Party

On Saturday we celebrated Maddox' 2nd birthday with family and a few friends. The Burdorf's had spent the  morning being healthy by running in the Mankato Marathon 10K so it was fun to just relax all afternoon long. The party started around 5pm and thank goodness the weather was so beautiful!

The 3 older Hunecke Grand kids chillin in the wagon

The kids eaten the goods

Justin and I decided it would be really fun to have a pinata for the kids to hit. Unfortunately we forgot about it until the sun had gone down but it still went over pretty well. The kids got a kick out of it and I think the parents did too!

Can I say I was actually impressed with my 2 year old's form? Future baller, I think so!

Brody taking a stab at it

Then it was time to rip into the presents. I think present time was "a little" drawn out as Maddox couldn't get enough of his tractors (we actually had to hide them!) but it was worth it. He got SO many nice things and to say he is spoiled would be an understatement.

Since Maddox has been a little obsessed with "git-tarrs" for the past few months, we decided to go with the rock start theme. He was pretty pumped when he saw our $1 inflatable guitar we used for our decor.



yummy, ice cream cake!

So excited to blow out the candles!

 Thanks to all of you that made the trip to celebrate Maddox's big day. I know he appreciates it but Justin and I can't say thank you enough for all you do. 

Maddox is 2!

Hard to believe it but Madman turned 2 on Thursday. Justin had to work that night so we had a quick party before he took off. I think he thought he was pretty special (as he should!)

 It is quite a fight E-V-E-R-Y day when I come to daycare to pick Maddox up and take him home. There is NO easy way to get him away from the darn bikes (to say he is obsessed is an understatement). Because of this we had been on the lookout for something he would be able to use this fall but more importantly, something we could pull out early next spring. We found a bike at quite a good price towards the end of September so we decided to pick it up.

Really, a helmet? I haven't even had a chance to try out my new wheels!

 When it came time to open the bike, we had just thrown a blanket over top of it. Maddox was dying with anticipation.... he flipped up the blanket and exclaimed " I SEE!! I see! I see a BIKE!" SO funny and he is still just as excited about it as he was then. 

Look guys, I can ride it!

The entire night was spent sitting on the bike.... we watched TV on the bike, ate dinner next to the bike, took a bath with the bike in the hallway, pulled the bike from room to room. I think we may have picked a good present!

Then it was on to cake.... I don't know what happened but Maddox wasn't thrilled when I brought it out of the kitchen. Thankfully he warmed up to it!

I am not ready to be two!

who needs a fork?

Happy as a clam

Still trying to figure it out how this works........... eh, oh well I got it on my head!

 The night was pretty laid back but fun none the less. Still hard to believe my baby is two but we are proud of all the things he has accomplished in his 2 years with us. We love you, Maddox!

Five Question Friday- 10/14/11

Hadn't done this in awhile so I decided to indulge in a little "mindless" blogging.

1. Do you prefer your ice cream in a bowl or in a cone?
          In bowl, for sure!

2. What three things do you love the smell of?
         Autum Wreath Yankee Candles, fresh laundry, and

3. Giftcards or no? (In regards to gift giving...)
         I think yes, I would rather give something people can use than give them a gift they dont' want.

4. What sports did you play in high school if any and do you still play them?

        Softball, track, dance team, volleyball..... I played slow pitch softball this summer and love to play a good game of pick up volleyball.
5. Were you in band in high school? What instrument did you play?

       Yes, I was a trumpet player. Couldn't play a note now I would bet!

Sibley Park

There is a great park here in town that we really like to hang out in. It is perfect for the whole family and best of all Maddox can run off lots of steam. The first time we really went there was on Father's Day this year but it has become even more fun as the summer has gone on

Hi Cow!

A favorite spot for Maddox

Ride 'em cowboy!

ahhhhhhhh fall colors, I love it!

Maddox-ism's

Maddox has really started talking A LOT more lately. There are so many cute/funny things that he has said lately but some of my favorites.

"love you, mommy/daddy!"
"Bear, sit down!"
"I go potty, later"
"I sit down. I watch Mickey"- after I repeatedly tell him that if he doesn't Mickey will be turned off.
"Ayla, blah blah blah. Ayla blah blah blah...." His best friend at day care that he constantly talks about or pretends he is talking about. Too cute!

But my favorite is his this.... Tonight when I was putting him to bed he was jumping around and accidentally kicked me in the face. (and it hurt- A LOT!) So, with my face covered in my hands he scrambles over to me hugs me and said, "You ok, mommy? Mommy! You ok?! I kiss it."  Ahhhhhhhhhhhh just melts my heart!

Fun on the Farm

In an impromtu visit to Iowa, Maddox and I enjoyed a few hours riding along with my parents!!

Maddox was very proud of himself as he found himself behind the wheel of the combine.

Perfect picture. This is EXACTLY how I know my dad.

Such a little farm boy

Hmmm, I think if I shut the door really quickly, no one will notice.

And now we drive with Grandpa.... He did really well, sorta!



"Stop Grandpa, I driving!"

We only visited for a few hours but it sure must have tuckered Maddox out. He was asleep within 5 minutes of leaving the field. Not sure but I am thinking he will soon be demanding a visit to Nana and Papa's when he knows he can drive the tractors and/or whatever else his little heart desires. Man I love this time of year!

Fall Photo Adventures

Last week we took a few separate drives around the Mankato area to find some good photo opportunities. We had a lot of fun finding "secret" spots we had never seen before along wirh some old favorites in the mix. Hope you enjoy!

I think this captures his pure joy with being outside and playing in the leaves.

Ever the outdoorsman!

my little dreamer

Wish I could have some photos of his face but I can't keep up!

Wisconsin Sight Seeing

I realized the other day that I never wrote about the little impromptu visit we made to Door County, Wisconsin on our little anniversary getaway. We hadn't really decided if we would come home on Friday or Saturday so we took a nice drive up through some beautiful countryside.When we reached Sturgeon Bay we stopped off for some tourist information and we were pointed in the direction of this beautiful landscape.....

We found a beautiful lighthouse and took full advantage of the photo ops

Happy 6th Anniversary hun!

I hope we can go back sometime to really get a look around. There were lots of shops (and more!) that we didn't get to see but we did enjoy the time we got to spend together!