Sean and April

2009-06-09T13:01:00.000-07:00

When times are tough this summer, will you please remember this picture of our prince? He is such a character! This picture reminds me of the simplicity of a sprinkler!

We don't have a lot of little friends for brother so he goes along for the ride everyday. We are however very thankful for Abbey and Griffin. I joke with Griffin's mom that I could take Griffin home and no one would know he wasn't actually Logan's brother.

These girls are such great friends. This picture is one that I would imagine we will show at one of their weddings to show everyone how long they have been friends!

A chapter closing...Goodbye preschool

2009-06-09T12:50:00.000-07:00

This picture was taken in September 2006. I was a mess that day and remember feeling that there was no way that I could be old enough to have a child going into preschool. Well that feeling has not changed 3 years later. Her last day of preschool was a bundle of emotions for us all. I kept thinking she is never going to sit in this same circle time again. Some of the kids in our class have been together for all 3 years. We had an incredible group of children that really knew each other and are so kind to each other, it is really remarkable.

A very wise person once told me that the friendships you make in preschool tend to be ones that last your lifetime. I intend on making that true for our group!!

Sister's last day of school. I am sad that the days have passed by so quickly, yet I am glad to experience the future with her!

2009-05-03T13:46:00.000-07:00

2009-04-02T08:38:00.000-07:00

Walking into her new school, registering her for kindergarten. Boy I am not ready for this one.

He is such a little cheese ball and loves the camera.

Don't count us out!

2009-04-02T08:19:00.001-07:00

We are back from Aruba, well actually we have been back for a month. :( However our new computer just arrived in the mail on Tuesday. (Another blog but for now, please do not use PCE Computing in Maple Valley for your computer needs. They are really a rotten company and I am making it a point to tell everyone I know to stay away they are so dishonest.) Back to Aruba, Sean and I had a great time! This was the very first time we had ever slept away from the kids and for us it was great! We were gone for 7 days. The Westin in Aruba is amazing, the people are friendly, the weather was 90+ degrees each day. Ahhh, I can feel the warmth now. Each day, Sean's company had something for us to do and it was wonderful to hang out with old friends and make new friendships. We were able to dress up each day which was a highlight in itself. I forgot how wonderful it feels to wear something other than workout attire everyday.

Carrie and I. She was my partner in crime while our husbands partied it up.

We took an ATV tour along the coast and pretty much covered half of the island that day. They have neat shacks everywhere. I kept thanking the Lord for this opportunity to be 4 wheeling along the coast of ARUBA!

Our new friends Bonnie and Brian. No doubt that we will see them again soon, even if we have to fly over to Boston to see them. One of the best things about hanging out with them was listening to their Boston accent.

View from our hotel room. Steps to the ocean. Amazing.......

2008-12-21T23:22:00.000-08:00

We escaped for the weekend and went to downtown to stay the night and shop. We were so excited for this outing but I have to tell you that my expectations of the Westin were far exceeded. They did such a fabulous job making us feel like the most important people staying at their place. We were upgraded from our internet rate room to the end of the hall suite overlooking the town. We could see the space needle from our room at night. It was just magical! We shopped, ate, played, swam and really got away for a little bit. Enjoy our pictures and Merry Christmas!

Wedding to remember

2008-11-19T22:36:00.000-08:00

One of the most fun weddings we have been to!

These little girls were born to dance.

Our beauties!

Little man did so well, despite missing his naps. This child is so scheduled, it surprises me!

My handsome brother and his favorite niece. I just can't say enough wonderful things about him. I am so proud!

Looking out the front window......

2008-11-19T22:22:00.000-08:00

This was taken July 2006. She was only 2 years old. I am so in love with these children.

I am sure he is waiting for dad,who is his favorite person EVER!

Atonement

2008-10-25T22:44:00.000-07:00

I couldn't find a picture of the movie cover to cut and paste but if you need a rental, this is for you! It is so good! I would have never rented it had someone not told me about it. There are three small parts that I would consider embarrassing and wouldn't want to watch with my husband (those kind of parts) but overall, great movie! If you do watch, comment and let me know what you think.

The last month......

2008-10-25T22:16:00.000-07:00

At the pumpkin patch. I am glad we went when we did. It was a gorgeous day.

She getting to the age where when I say "cheese", she really responds and poses for the camera. It is so satisfying.

She wants to live on a farm soooooo bad.

This picture was taken at the Seattle Aquarium. We have never been there and I sorry that we haven't. When we arrived there was a scuba diver in the main tank feeding some type of fish. It was totally amazing to see her (the scuba girl) in the tank and to see the kids reactions.

We had a private touch tank experience and little guy was fearless and aggressive. He wanted to know what those creatures felt like more so than the older kids.

A few weeks back at his one year birthday. We hadn't give him sweets until his birthday.

I just love this expression.

Sister's first day of her last year of preschool. She is doing so well and is such a smart cookie. Her class is mainly made up of kids from last year which has been a neat experience. Her teacher is such a blessing.

2008-10-23T20:53:00.000-07:00

I have tons to blog about but for tonight I need prayers. Our super sister is really sick and I am on my own caring for her tonight. She has had croup since Sunday which has now progressed into a really aggressive cough that she wakes up in pain from. Please pray for her to be healed. Thank you!

Little Gym

2008-09-10T23:35:00.000-07:00

After a one year absence, we started her in a little gym class again. This was the result at 6:01pm. If you know our house, this picture was taken right by the front door. Yeah for Little Gym!!!!

Our kids love to swing

2008-09-10T23:31:00.000-07:00

We swing every day. It is a little bit of a tradition, after dinner to capture that last ray of sunshine, we head outside and swing for a few minutes. These pictures were taken at the park and right after snack time.

2008-09-10T23:15:00.000-07:00

The kiddos and I took a trip to Wenatchee to see Granny and our family. Here is the beginning of our adventure. Notice little guy is already asleep (my plan!!) while I fill up at the gas station.

Our first stop at Smallwood farms. I stopped thinking that I could pick up some honey crisp apples yet they were not in. Instead we got golden ginger apples-yum! My new favorite.

We have never allowed her to climb a ladder so this was a big deal and a first. My uncle and aunt have 4 peach trees. They were so loaded with fruit that the branches were breaking. We gladly took some off their hands and were able to share with 4 of our neighbors when we got home.

While I don't like this picture of myself, I love my granny. She is truly the best lady that I know. She passes no judgment and is so wise. She married the man she had been friends with since the 4th grade. She still goes bowling each week and loves to sample all the food at Costco, which she considers her lunch for the day. Both kids adore her and are comfortable with her. I am so glad she is my friend.

new hair cut

2008-07-24T21:09:00.001-07:00

Once in awhile I am treated to someone straightening my hair. I think my baby didn't recognize me for a bit.

She is my little buddy!

Vacation 2008

2008-07-24T20:31:00.000-07:00

Our vacation started out with a visit from Granny Tic Tac and Aunt Cheryl. With her she brought clown suits that Jazmin and I wore when we were little. Sis took to the clown nose.

We went to Ocean Shores for a couple of days. While the weather was alright, the pool was great. Sean and sister spent a lot of time in the pool and she did awesome with the water wings.

He mostly watched from the stroller. The pool temperature was great yet the air temperature was chilly, chilly!

Our second day we tried out the bumper boats and did a little put put golf.

He just wanted to hold the club.

She had no interest in teeing off. She walked right up to the hole, set the ball down and would putt it in.

She wants a cat so bad but we suspect brother has allergies. And to be really honest we are done with pets. So we found this at a pet store. She named her Gracie and she looks so real.

Our last leg of our trip we met my family at an indoor water park.

She went down this water slide at least 50 times!

What we have been up to.....

2008-07-24T20:14:00.000-07:00

We were privileged to join some friends at the zoo last month. Between the three moms, we had six kiddos 4 years old and under. The day went very well and these two little girls were instant best friends!

I am pretty sure that sister will be some type of musician.

Now this child will probably do something with cars. He loves anything that rolls and often makes car noises.

Again, she flocks to anything musical! I love it.

He is such a joyful little guy!

T Ball

2008-07-17T00:20:00.000-07:00

Sean was an assistant coach (I can't remember if I have blogged about that on here or not.) and he was a great one! Looking back into Sean's childhood, his dad was a coach of almost everything the boys participated in. I want that for our kids.

Here is their silly picture. We had a great group of kids and neat parents too!

Such a trooper watching his sister play t-ball. He had his own ball and mitt to "play" along.

By the way: He is my Godson. I have always wanted to be a Godmother and I am honored that I can be there for him. :) Double smiley face!

Another trooper. I suspect next year, we will need to borrow Elliott's t-ball and mitt so that he can "play" along!

Ballet

2008-07-17T00:07:00.000-07:00

She loved ballet. I loved watching her practice, find something she was excelling at, and develop a love for ballet.

There were only three girls in the class. At first, I was disappointed with the small number, however I am glad she was able get the attention she needed to excel.

One of the songs the performed to was called Tiny Toes. It is such a sweet song that went On my tiny toes, I can reach the sky. On my tiny toes, I can almost fly.

The big day! Quick family picture in the parking lot. She did AMAZING on stage. Sean and I lost it big time, the minute the first group of little girls came out to dance. And this wasn't even our group! I didn't expect to cry and I was sobbing. I cannot put into words how proud we are to be her parents!

She is now 4 years old!

2008-07-16T23:55:00.000-07:00

We celebrated her birthday at a bouncy house, which was amazing. Sean and I brought the food and they did the rest. It was very, very nice! Amanda helped me make Pink Lemonade cupcakes. They were delicious! If you want the recipe, let me know. I was so proud of them and will gladly share.

She absolutely got an aerobic workout.

Our prince was on his best behavior.

Although her real name is Tallulah, we call her Lula. She is such a goof and a best friend of ours.

Sweet Alison. We adore her!

I don't take enough pictures of my friends. And she is one of the best!

2008-07-03T08:38:00.000-07:00

We still haven't decided on a camera. I am debating between a classic point and shoot and an SLR. The difference in price is significant! That's why I am debating.......

In the meantime, this is one of a few pictures we have had friends take over the last few weeks.

He is 9 months old and is such a gift. He loves his sister best of all, next comes cherrios. He is sitting up and pushes himself back while he is on his tummy. He says dad and makes a sweet little kissy face.

I have so much more to blog about! So please check back for updates on sissy's birthday and Sean and my wedding anniversary! We are going to celebrate 10 years of marriage tomorrow. Wow.. I am so proud to be his wife!

2008-06-10T21:50:00.000-07:00

I don't have a camera. Blah!

All else is well. My house is still a mess but not as bad. I would feel alright if you stopped by unannounced, so please come on by..... :)

I think what has helped the most is my husband. He helped me clean up the last two weekends and we have done a pretty good job picking up each night when the kids go to bed. Thanks babe. We love you so much!

Can't wait to post pictures soon! Also, check out my two new links to some new friends. Hope you will be as inspired as I have been!

2008-04-29T00:39:00.000-07:00

I am not sure how to title this except PLEASE HELP! For almost 4 years now, I have battled with my house. We are in constant disarray. It makes me angry, Sean angry and then we are grumpy at the kids. I would never want anyone to stop over to my house unannounced right now and that is not how I want to live my life! I want unexpected visitors! What fun it is to get a surprise visit from a dear friend at your door. Am I in this battle all alone? Do you (my fellow friends) have it all together? I think you do! What are your secrets? Please spill them because I am just this close....to losing it big time!

2008-04-29T00:25:00.000-07:00

I love a man in a white t shirt.

This picture may top one of my all time favorites ever. Pure joy on her face and I love it.

Celebrating a dear friend's birthday at Build a Bear.

In our house we are obsessed with Little House on the Prairie. She was dressed up like Laura.

I have the sweetest little one with great friends!

Modern Conveniences

2008-04-16T01:28:00.001-07:00

Argh. Our refrigerator is busted and has been for a couple of weeks. It turns itself on and off. We have lost two lots of food and if you know me our fridge is usually pretty well stocked. After our first repair, Sean did a Costco run, yet it stopped working again Monday, so I will toss everything when the repair man comes for the third visit tomorrow. I can't tell you how difficult it has been to feed everyone and how many trips to the grocery store we have made. Poor me, I know. I really should be grateful that we have refrigerators. It is just early in the morning and I felt like posting for some sympathy. :) Thanks for reading....

Seizing the moment

2008-04-16T01:22:00.000-07:00

These pictures were taken in late March. Sean is usually the one that would run the kids outside to seize the moment, but I am learning! If I remember correctly, we woke up to massive snow and we were able to build 4 snow people.

Wearing dad's hat and wrapped in our favorite blanket as we ran outside.

Easter

2008-04-16T00:55:00.000-07:00

We had a great Easter. We celebrated on Saturday and what a perfect day for our easter egg hunt! In addition to the excitement of the hidden eggs, we had a oven fire while I was cooking Easter dinner. Thankfully Uncle Stu was here because Sean and I froze. Stu reached through the flames and saved the ham and potatoes! Then he threw baking soda on the flames and it went out. In the meanwhile, sis (who had just learned about 911 the Wednesday prior) was telling us we should call the fire department and they would come and spray water in our kitchen. We are so proud of her!

Speaking of pride, I love my brother!

And we love this guy too!

Little peanut falling asleep during the hunt.

We had 3 golden eggs this year and probably 30+ other eggs hidden. Sean and Stu did an awesome job hiding them all over the yard.

2008-03-12T15:34:00.000-07:00

Soccer girl

2008-03-02T21:51:00.001-08:00

She is a natural. They played a game to take the ball away from the coach. So fun to watch 10+ little ones running after the coach. Can't wait for future practices!

2008-02-28T00:32:00.000-08:00

Old Navy - Has anyone else noticed a severe decline in the quality of this store? At least in regards to the women's clothing. I don't think I have found one thing that I have liked in months. That would explain why every time you see me I am wearing sometime of work out pant and plain jane t-shirt. Just kidding but not really!

5 months old

2008-02-28T00:21:00.000-08:00

I can't believe he is 5 months old. At this time with big sis, we were just starting her in Little Gym. Really seems like yesterday. Back to little guy, he has two teeth, we swear we heard him say "momma" yesterday and can roll to his side (sometimes!)

Lying flat in his crib. We still sleep him on his wedge. I think it drives Sean crazy that his baby still sleeps in the wedge, but I just don't want him to choke due to the reflux.

A shout out to my great friend Sarah. 4 years ago, I visited her house and commented on how much I loved her curtains. When it came time for them to redecorate, sweet Sarah remembered my love for her taste and offered them to me. Thank you! I love them. My neighbors love them. Look at those two cute kids fresh out of the bath in front of the nice curtains.

2008-02-13T22:09:00.000-08:00

I think this is such a funny picture.

Mom, this is uncomfortable.

2008-02-10T00:06:00.000-08:00

Such a miracle our children are! Little guy cut his first tooth today without too much fussing. In fact, he didn't really fuss at all, he only woke me up 4 times last night. This is unusual for him so we knew something was up. I'll try to get a picture of his cute little tooth and post soon.

Happy Family Look-alike Meter

2008-01-22T00:08:00.001-08:00

MyHeritage: Celebrity Collage - Family photos

Happy Family Look-alike Meter

2008-01-22T00:01:00.001-08:00

MyHeritage: Family tree - Genealogy - Celebrity - Collage - Morph

2008-01-21T11:02:00.000-08:00

Sorry this is sideways however can anyone use these nice trees on their land? They are douglas fir and have a tad bit of special meaning to us. They gave them out at Rachel's memorial. We don't have space to plant them near our home but I am hoping that you do! Happy Monday!

So proud of my deception

2008-01-13T18:12:00.000-08:00

My first born child is not the greatest of an eater. If it isn't smothered in melted cheese or covered in sugar, she would prefer not to eat. So for Christmas I ask for Jessica Seinfeld's cookbook. I have made a ton from the cookbook and she doesn't trust my cooking anymore. :) Sean is a little leery too. Anyway tonight I thought of my own recipe. So I put shredded carrot inside her grilled cheese. She actually ate it!

Rachel

2008-01-05T09:09:00.000-08:00

Today is our step sister's celebration. She went home to Jesus on New Year's Eve. Please pray for her dad and family for peace. I didn't know her as much as I should have being that her dad was married to my mom. Yet what I did know was that she loved babies, taco time, cheerleading, talking on her cell phone. All things that a 16 year old girl love!

I remember my mom had this BIG box of markers. My mom keeps everything even those little pieces of broken crayons in hopes of someday she would have enough time to melt them into a candle. Anyway back to the markers, Rachel loved to color with all these markers. When my mom moved, I got some of these markers handed down to us and my little girl loves to color with them now also.

Thank you for reading and any prayers you can offer!

Turning 30

2007-12-28T00:49:00.000-08:00

I am usually not excited about my birthdays, primarily because I really honestly am not comfortable being in any sort of spot light. This year however I am excited. I am not sure why but I feel like I am reaching a milestone. For me, ages 16, 18, 21, 25 were fun but I am beginning to feel comfortable with who I am and I wonder if that is because of this magical number of 30. When I look at my children, I still have a hard time with the reality that these kids are mine and I am mature enough to raise them. :) Along that same note, I also think that I could kick it with those high school kids at the store or at church. Yeah right!

Sean did so good for my birthday! He had diamond earrings shipped over to Sarah's house! As soon as I get my camera back from Sean's vacation to Lambo field, I'll post pictures of the cuties.

Diamond Earrings....

2007-12-28T00:43:00.001-08:00

Diamond earrings: If you could choose, which would you choose? Princess cut or rounds?

Honoring Marilee

2007-12-21T21:33:00.000-08:00

Marilee passed a recipe down which I would like to share. We have made it a tradition to make these on Marilee's birthday. They are called Runzas and they were completely her specialty!

Runzas

1 package Hot Roll Mix
2 cups chopped cabbage
1 diced onion
1 pound ground beef or sausage (truly whatever meat you would prefer)
Salt and pepper to taste

Mix the hot roll mix according to package instructions and let rise for 30 minutes
Cook the beef or sausage
Cook the cabbage and onion together
Mix meat and vegetable mixtures together

Roll out pieces of dough the size of an egg and fill with meat mixture. Seal shut (think calzone)and bake at 350 until brown.

Brushing our teeth

2007-12-21T21:23:00.000-08:00

Kids say the darnest things! I could post a funny dialog between sister and I everyday.

Our routine is to brush our teeth together. She has a turn to brush her own while I am doing mine and then I finish the routine by brushing hers a second time. No offense to my great, fantastic husband, but I usually prefer to brush her teeth because I'm in the NO cavity club with our dentist!! Tooting my own horn, sorry! Soooo.....today while brushing our teeth, I commented on how beautiful her teeth were and I said....

Who takes care of your teeth?
She said I do.
I said Who else?
She said God
I said Who else?
She said Jesus
I said Who else?
She said Daddy
I said Who else?
Finally! She said Mommy!!!

I love, love her!

2007-12-18T14:19:00.000-08:00

Christmas for us came early with my mom visiting last week. Little one has wanted this silly Dora doll since she saw it in one of her catalogs. She screamed with delighted when she discovered what it was!

After hours of photography, yes I said that I would leave it up to a professional, this is what we came up with. I haven't had the energy or courage, mainly courage to brave the professionals! I am however pleased with the cutie picture of them.

Thank you so much Karen for offering to take our pictures. I may take you up on it for the next go round!

And this is his first Christmas outfit. Very cute little santa suit.

As far as an update for our family, the kids and Sean are all sick. Talking with the others in my life, this seems to be the same story for every household this year. Please however pray for the kids to get over these illnesses soon. Sister isn't napping well because her cough wakes her up. Little guy breathing is so raspy that I am frightened at times. Despite this congestion, they both are in very kind spirits which delights me! I would be going more crazy if they were cranky along with the diaper changes, nose suctioning, constantly looking for the kleenex box and hunger strikes that we have experienced in the last 2 weeks.

2007-12-03T14:34:00.000-08:00

Can you tell which child is which? My babies wearing the same outfit each at two months of age

2007-11-27T19:35:00.000-08:00

We have so much fun each day snuggling each other!

Trying to capture a Christmas picture. I have decided to leave it up to the professionals.

How handsome is he??

2007-11-25T00:04:00.000-08:00

This month she wants to be a firefighter when she grows up.

We are having so much fun with our little guy!

He smiles more when she is around.

2007-10-21T22:05:00.000-07:00

I love baby yawns

Seahawk Sunday!

Sister is never too far away from our little guy. I never knew she would be this loving toward her brother.

This camo hat was the first thing Sean bought for him.

Our cheerleader and our Seahawk fan.

She doesn't look all that happy to be driving the cool bus.

Riding in Cinderella's carriage.

This was her favorite ride, round and around we go! Just check out the next picture!

Too much round and around we go........

Who can resist a little man in a white t-shirt?

2007-10-07T15:54:00.001-07:00

He's here!

2007-09-30T23:43:00.000-07:00

Here are some pictures of our new love. He is incredible! He came into the world with a dramatic rush to the hospital entrance but it gives us a great story to tell. What labor story isn't a great story to tell!

Big sister is doing amazing with him. She wants to hold him and help with almost everything, except the diapers. Her sibling love for him makes me want to have 10 more!

He was born on September 26th at 11:57pm weighing 7 lbs 8 ounces and was 20 inches long. He is a great baby and we couldn't be happier with our latest addition to our family.

Baby Update

2007-09-19T23:14:00.000-07:00

Well, we have seven days to go and I feel fairly well. I have contractions ALL the time and have had them since June. They are not painful yet I have them all the time (urghhh!) and they are uncomfortable. Since I have been telling everyone that I was anticipating him coming early, I am sure that he will be 2 weeks late or something close to that time frame. I guess it allows me a little more alone time with my girly girl and more time to nest around the house, which Sean has appreciated. Dishes, laundry, dusting, organizing and ironing have been done way more regularly than usual.

I am secretly hoping that by posting this update that maybe he'll come tonight. :)

2007-09-15T19:01:00.000-07:00

On the way to meet her teacher.

Teacher Dana painting her hand for her art bag.

Classmates having fun!

2007-08-29T20:11:00.000-07:00

We made matching teddy bears for both kids. She had an amazing time with the build a bear process. What kid wouldn't! Anyway, hopefully little guy treasures this teddy as much as we treasure the memory of making them.

Our second Storm game. It was a disaster but at least we can say that we tried to attend. L and I were in the car headed home by 7:19. The game started at 7:00. I think big crowds, loud noises and Seattle freak my kid out. Sounds just like her mom!

Petting her "babies" at the zoo. She kept saying "Hey baby, come here baby." Of all the times we have been to the zoo, we have never let her touch or feed them before so she enjoyed this new experience.

2007-08-05T10:37:00.000-07:00

An attempt at a family picture at a recent picnic outing.

Making silly faces with their ice cream.

We look at this big mountain and dream of moving home. Someday.

Some new pictures

2007-08-01T23:42:00.000-07:00

Family reunion with four little ones almost the same age. They were pretending to be sleeping jack in the boxes.

Sarah is still sleeping!

Saturday evening we spent the late night at Children's Hospital. She did a face plant into the corner of an open bedroom door. The gash in her lip was so deep that even conservative dad agreed with over-reacting mom that someone else should take a look. By the grace of God, her lip was healing by the time we drove into the hospital and is looking much better today. No stitches were needed and they just sent us home with directions to ice it and put ointment on it each day. We are just praying for no scarring.

Lastly, for those of you who don't know the sex of our baby, you do now! His room is blue. :) We couldn't be more thrilled and have decided on a football theme. Sean is thrilled that he gets to keep most of his Seahawks stuff somewhere in the house. We have such a handy painting crew in this house. No actually the room has been and is still a disaster. We have painted three coats of this dark blue and there are still light and dark streaks across the walls. Papa is coming on Sunday to relieve us and show off his painting skills he learned during his Navy days.

Feels great to be home

2007-07-03T23:39:00.000-07:00

L and I traveled to Alaska with my family for 10 days. We traveled without Sean which was so hard for all of us. However it was nice to see my family, visit familiar places and revisit memories. Coming home was great! It is amazing how much I was taking for granted. Just little things like sleeping in your own bed or driving your own car. :) I know it was only 10 days but I still missed my sweet little home and familiar surroundings.

Bradley and L checking out the black bears at the zoo.

L and Rudy, her best little dog friend. They are both the same age and adored each other. Seeing them together made me want to get another dog. I think Sean will probably put his foot down and help me back to reality.

Fishing at the same lake I fished at almost every summer since I was born. She was a trooper, wanting to put the eggs onto the hook all by herself. We didn't catch anything except nibbles from the minnows. It was still sweet and exciting!

I was determined to see a moose. Thankfully on our way to the airport, Johnny spotted one and L loved it. She hung her head out the car window and was calling him over to us. The moose had other plans. Run, Run from this little girl.

2007-07-03T23:23:00.000-07:00

Such a silly personality! Riding her bike in the garage with ski googles on.

So tired!

Enjoying her birthday dessert after dinner with dad and mom.

I can't believe she's three years old. Thanks to all that were able to celebrate with us. We had such a memorable special day for our little one.

Jump around!

My Fisherman

2007-07-03T23:03:00.001-07:00

I am very lucky to have married my best friend 9 years ago today. :) Pictures of my honey and his somewhat new found hobby.

Mary Kay Foundation

2007-06-07T09:10:00.000-07:00

I signed up to be a Mary Kay consultant awhile ago and have a ton of foundation. Does anyone need any?

Two Green Thumbs

2007-04-22T20:45:00.000-07:00

Two green thumbs generations apart! L loves to dig in the dirt. Because of my little one, I am learning to love it. Maybe it's the nesting but I have been a crazy lady outside with her digging up weeds and itching to plant anything. Sean is enjoying this new found passion along with a cleaner yard. On our recent visit to see Granny Tic Tac, my two favorite ladies planted this lovely bouquet for us to enjoy all summer.

A reason for candy

2007-04-02T08:13:00.000-07:00

Have you ever noticed that there is a reason for candy for about six months of the year? It starts with Halloween then continues until Easter. Being one that it is total sucker for anything sweet, these holidays are dangerous for a girl's hips. :)

2007-04-02T08:08:00.000-07:00

She's dressed like an elephant. Our teacher is the best at coming up with neat activities for the students.

My sister at her graduation. We are very proud of you.

Vacuum Continued.....

2007-02-22T23:31:00.000-08:00

We decided on the Oreck. We received it on our doorstep on Valentine's Day. Yes weird but I was so excited to get my new vacuum and to receive it on V-Day! It was great! I have used it morning and night each day since we received it, and it is great. I just hope I am singing the same Oreck tune in a year or so.

2007-02-22T23:22:00.000-08:00

L catching Grayci at Little Gym.

Great little girl friends.

I love this picture. We went to visit Granny over the weekend and at the end of our visit, L was calling her Granny Tic Tac. I love you Granny so much and am glad you are living a car ride away now.

Vacuum

2007-01-18T20:20:00.000-08:00

I need a new vacuum, does anyone have a vacuum that they adore and want to recommend? Weird, I know but clean floors are so important to us. :)

My twins (Our Twins that is!!)

2007-01-18T15:52:00.000-08:00

I have always wanted twins, most people looked at me with crazy eyes as if they didn't hear me correctly. :) Yet, I have always, always wanted them. I just never knew that I would get them in L and J. They have really become great friends and so have I with J's real mommy. I love you Heather.

Happy New Year

2007-01-13T19:33:00.000-08:00

My hubby's a race car fan. Happy Birthday Babe. You're awesome and we are thankful you are our guy.

Our girl in pink. Almost always in a dress, hat or with something a princess on it and pushing a doll in a stroller or shopping cart. We love it!

I guess we should have bought this bed from Ikea. Obviously she adores it.

Natural bowler, takes after our Granny or Sean. I think Sean took bowling as a class in college. :)

For my birthday, mother nature sent tons of snow. It has been awesome. We have really enjoyed sledding, running around in the snow and having an excuse to bundle up and stay home!

Sean and L making snow angels. L was very leery of the snow angel art and thought dad was a bit off his rocker (stab at his recent birthday!!) but eventually laid down in the snow to make one.

Looking for a preschool?

2007-01-01T13:54:00.000-08:00

Anyone looking for a preschool? We attend a great one and they are trying to get enough people to start a Thursday class from 9:30-11:30. Email me or post a comment and I'll fill you in.....

2006-12-05T22:56:00.000-08:00

Too many pictures mom!

2006-12-03T20:04:00.000-08:00

Some ladies that know Brett Favre. Check out our friend Sam in the back ground.

Monday Night Football. The commute home was scary just as was everyone else's that night. But what a fun memory to be in the stadium during the first snow at a Seahawk game in history.

L and one of her best buds. They just moved away but we are glad to have had a chance to spend time with you, Z family.

This is a pretty common site in our house. L lines up every barbie we have and serves them tea, cookies, grapes, whatever play food we have and reads them stories. It's pretty special to us!

2006-11-04T19:26:00.000-08:00

Picking out a pumpkin at Spooner Farms. Very cool place!

L and her new buddy. Check out their silly faces at each other. :)

Getting down at the Wild West Fall Fest.

Old high school days....

2006-10-25T09:53:00.000-07:00

L and I ventured out to the homecoming football game at our old high school. This was the first game I have been to in 9+ years. I am not sure what is wrong with me :) but I am super into my high school memories lately. Thanks to all you friends that have let me talk your ear off about these silly memories!

Grandpa works at the school so L and I got to take a look around at the decorations for the homecoming dance. It was fun and L loved to see all the big kids painting the decorations. I tried to get a picture of L in front of backdrop for the professional pictures but she was pretty spent for the evening.

Sean's old locker his senior year. He was just thrilled I wasted a picture on them and he will be just thrilled that it is now on our blog. Love you honey!

2006-10-25T09:26:00.000-07:00

L and her leaves. She loves them.

Watching the salmon.

My sister and brother.

Auntie got L a purple gameboy!

At the pumpkin patch.

Pumpkin carving

2006-10-21T20:51:00.000-07:00

The neat thing about this picture is that L has her great, great-grandma Dart's apron on. We know Marilee would be so proud! :)

2006-10-10T22:06:00.000-07:00

L and her little buddy playing in the tub. We are so blessed! Thanks for your friendship S family. :)

First day of preschool!

2006-09-19T22:32:00.000-07:00

L saying "Come on Mom, hurry to take this picture so I can go to school!"

We have been talking about school forever it seems! She did awesome, in fact, she was so thrilled to be at school I think I could have left her in the room and she would have been fine without me. That is HUGE for us. The teacher is great, the classroom is awesome! I can't wait to see what this year brings for her (and mine) development.

Her favorite thing to do, STAMPERS!

Def Leppard

2006-09-19T22:24:00.000-07:00

Forgive us in advance! Sean went to the Def Leppard concert in hopes to photograph as many mullets as possible. Just kidding. He really did have a great time and asked me to come along next time. I think I would have enjoyed their opening act Journey and a few Def Leppard songs, however, I think it is better he went with a buddy.

Back from Portland

2006-08-29T23:38:00.000-07:00

Our awesome Granny, L and I at Billy and Somenang's wedding.

Granny was a fast friend to L because Granny had candy. Notice the tic tac box in Granny's hand.

My favorite cousin ever, Jaz, L and I.

Somenang and I before the wedding, she did so well with any tummy jitters that she may have had.

My uncle Bill, who looks just like my dad. It was awesome to see him again.

Sean did all of the photography for us of the wedding. Thanks for getting such great shots. It was a gorgeous wedding.

I love this picture, even though it is a bit fuzzy, you can still see how excited she is for her princess day!

2006-08-12T23:26:00.000-07:00

Wow, we have to pick a lot of blueberries to fill this bucket up!

Okay, here we go!

Enjoying some blueberries after picking for the last hour. Mind you these last berries are in addition to the hundred that we ate while picking them!

I had this novel idea to let L clean the bowl of my sister's birthday cake. L loved the chocolate and we loved having a clean baby after her bath.

My sister is 25! Yeah, maybe her car insurance will go down in price!

L and her cousin Ray.

Shame on me.....

2006-08-12T23:19:00.000-07:00

Today this little boy came to our door with a red plastic cup filled with tap water. He asked me if I would like to buy some water from him for 10 cents. I politely said no thank you. Shame on me....the more I think about it, I should have given him his 10 cents to drink his own water but support his entrepreneur spirit. Darn! Funny story that I will never forget.

2006-07-23T23:31:00.000-07:00

Give two little girls a long hallway and a bunch of balloons and this is how much fun they will have!

I hope this is okay that I brag but everyone comments on our lovely locks. We are very blessed. I don't do anything to her hair except brush it straight right out of the bath. May she be blessed with these locks all of her life.

"Are you awake?"

The family at my cousin's bridal shower.

Check out this cake. The lady that is Bill Gates Sr. baker made this cake for my cousin. Pretty impressive and delicious!

Okay, please notice my gift which was a CROCKPOT! What was I thinking? My cousin had to travel back to Las Vegas with a CROCKPOT in her suitcase. Everyone else at the shower gave cute little things and I had to give a CROCKPOT! O well, one for the memory book. Love you cousin!

L and her new 2nd cousin by marriage. They had a great time playing together and Kiarra is a super sweetie. We are happy to be a part of their family.

Trying to beat the heat! Our whole family loves the water.

So many pictures to post!

2006-07-23T22:46:00.000-07:00

My bro graduating from high school. Great job Bradley. We love you more then you can ever, ever imagine.

Phia's birthday party. Please notice the beating their half of the cake took!

Lovely Phia.

Best of buds!

Sean and E taking some steps.

L chillin at Gym class.

Our two girls.

L waiting for mamie. I don't know if Mamie was coming to visit this day but L was going to wait anyway.

Tay Tay on July 4th.

Jada and L at the family picnic. What beauties!

Love Love Love Windfall

2006-07-08T00:55:00.000-07:00

Have I mentioned that I love this new tv show Windfall? I love it, I love it!

Father's Day

2006-06-28T23:24:00.000-07:00

On Father's Day we took a steam train ride from North Bend to Snoqualmie. It was a great trip back in time. We learned lots of trivia about the train, old buildings, etc. This was our first time to ride the train and Earl has lived in the valley for 60 years.

This would have been such a cool photo. We'll have to figure out how to crop out this nice lady.

Happy Father's day sweetie. You are so good to us and we adore you.

An old building that unfortunatley will be torn down. It was from the 1800 something. Sad that it will be torn down.

Stopped in Snoqualmie. I love this picture.

Shortly after the above picture. The ride back to North Bend put her to sleep. Yippeee!

She's two

2006-06-28T23:09:00.000-07:00

L's birthday was a success. Lots of activity, family and friends! I hope everyone had a great nap that day. She still talks about her Wiggles Party.

We changed our name

2006-06-14T00:54:00.000-07:00

We haven't felt good about the amount of our personal information on this family blog so we changed our name. Sean and April was taken, so I had to put my name first. That was weird for me! Thanks for following us and being interested in our great life! It is a great life and we are thankful for each day with each other and each of you.

MV Days

2006-06-14T00:45:00.000-07:00

Sean and L at the parade. Our favorite part was the tractor club that came through. There were probably 20 different tractors old and new, L and I waved at each one.

We only lasted one minute on the horse, Sean got our money back but L had a memorable time trying.

Poor L's arm. I was trying to keep her away from the seam on the wall.

Again, poor L's arm. The only two pictures we have, I feel so bad!