Thursday, July 31, 2008

Day 116





More of J's party

Opening presents was fast and furious. Little J could hardly keep up with the other kiddos opening them for her. And A, well she was quick to "take the money and run."















We did get our first pet! A fish, Strawberry Shortcake. I'm just glad that I don't have to potty train it!






















1 - 2 - 3





















B is finally walking! We are so excited! It just makes life so much easier!



A has lost two teeth now!













And J turned 3! Yippee!

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Loose Tooth!






So, little A was so excited to have her first loose tooth this past Friday and not only but 15 hours later have it fall out. The tooth fairy brought her a whole dollar bill! She couldn't believe her eyes! The one right next to it is just about out and her two front teeth are starting to wiggle. I guess it was so exhilarating that she just pooped out on the living room floor later that afternoon. We can't ever get her to nap anymore, but when you need one, you really need one.
B is gaining a few new ones every month. He has two teeth on the bottom and four on the top. Growing like a champ!
J is sprouting up. As a nearly 3 year old she is enjoying her week at VBS with A..."like a big girl."

Thursday, July 10, 2008

Camping at Sylvan Lake





















We had a great time with Rob and Mel in town and began our visit with a trip to Sylvan Lake. We had two nights scheduled, but the ladies of the house have become a little too high maintenance and headed home early with 5 little duckings in tow. The guys stayed the extra night and had a good "guys night out" while we enjoyed the warmth and comfort of our own bed and shower. Ahhh, the blessings in life. Anywho, we had a great time watching the kiddos fish, hike, eat smores, and survive on little sleep. The week ended with a trip to Water World in Denver. Needless to say, we all spent the next week playing catch up with laundry and sleep. We had a Blast! And can't wait to do it all again!
....as a side note, we had a funny moment at the bowling alley when a lady asked me if all five kiddos were mine. I said "no, just three." She replied saying, "and one on the way?" I laughed and said "no, just full from dinner." She wasn't even embarrassed, and I couldn't care less. It was funny and topped of the week :-)

Day 95





Well, its a whoppin' 67 degrees, beautiful for building a home today. A ton has changed! Windows are in, fascia is going up, decks are being built, plumbing is being set and the Lord is moving mountains! We are so excited and really loving this adventure. Things are going really well. Our current home is on the market now and we are praying for God's perfect timing. The girls are getting more and more excited about a "new room" and "secret hideout." All is well on this home front, hope the same is for you.
Love,
mama j