Halloween

H.. a.. double l.. o...w...double e... n... spells Halloween!

Black and Whites

What can I say about these pictures?? These girls could not be any closer...they bring out the best in eachother! I can only hope it always stays that way.

Beach Day!

First Day of School 2010

Wow. The years fly by so fast. This year Emma went into 4th grade and James started 2nd!! Amazing!! They excitedly went through the morning routine... packing lunches and new backpacks... I cant say we start everyday with the same kind of enthusiasm.. but they both love school.. (as much as any kid does)

Little Shedder

Exciting stuff!! James rode his first real wave this summer! Several attempts later he was up and shredding all the way to the shoreline!! I of course ruined the moment by over reacting and embarrassing him... eh, its my job...right?

Been a long time.....

It has been ages since I have posted. To those who continue to visit in the hopes of seeing something new... suprise!! I am going to make an effort to do some more blogging. Enjoy what is to come!

Emma and Sydney

First Day of School!

It is official. We have TWO school age children. Emma started 2nd Grade and James is in Kindergarten. My how time flies. It was a very exciting two days. James started first @ public school.. (he will join Emma next year) and Emma started the next day!

Storybook Land

Black and Whites

On one of the final days of summer, I was able to catch my children ( at first) just as they (usually) are. Laughing and joking with one another. Or, eating pop tarts. Depending on which moment you catch. Once they caught me in action, they were all for goofing off for me. Is it just me, or are these kids really cute?

James Turns Five!

James turned 5 on August 22nd! It is hard to believe ! He was absolutely certain that he wanted to have his party at the slot car place near his Daddy's work. So along we his closest friends and some family, away we went. Check out his cool cake!

Bible Camp

This summer we were fortunate enough to have our close family friend AnneMarie, volunteer at a local church for a Vacation Bible School. Now we have tried this in the past at the pre-school they attended, and I had one kid on each thigh and tears galore. AnneMarie assured us that the group would be no larger than 40 kids, so.. we signed up. Anyone that knows my kids, knows they are not the greatest joiners.. ahem, Emma Jane, so we asked Sydney to come along and it was all systems go. A week of singing songs and making crafts. It was wonderful. They both want to go again next year, and I think we will send James and Payton next year too!

Faires

On a recent playdate.. Sydney was over and we were looking for an activity. We had this fairy project, that was simple enough and required only a *lil bit* of help from Momma. James of course is great when it comes to playing with *goil* stuff. He will play barbies or polly pocket.. AS LONG AS HE IS THE DUDE... So, he was ok with making one for the *goils*.. ergo the head down posture for his picture... (nope James, noone knows thats you). Emma and Syd each kept the one they made, and James sent his home to Payton. Awww.

Sleepover Fun

I am so lucky to have nieces, literally the same age as my children. They are the best of friends and get along like peas and carrots. Sydney and Payton are great when they stay, and the four of them are actually easier than just the two of mine! We make a big deal and go out and buy cheapie pj's so everyone is matchy matchy and we get in them early and stay in them late! Good times, good times.

Emma had her Spring Concert this past week, and despite concerns of serious stage fright... she did great. It did our hearts good to watch as she took in deep breaths and sang her lil heart out. They also did sign language to one of the songs as well. It was eye welling, heart pounding to overflow with pride and joy good fun!

Easter 2008

Can you believe Emma Jane is 7?

Every time I turn around, my Emma changes. I can hardly believe that she just turned 7. The saying.. *it goes by so quickly* doesn't really even compute until you are raising a child that seems to grow every day. She is an amazing kid, compasionate.. sensitive.. warm and caring. I look forward to watching all her changes as the years pass. Happy Birthday Emma Jane!!!!