Our Little Corner: Happy & Sad

Friday, August 17, 2007

Happy & Sad

We were sad that this was our last day together but wanted to have some fun before saying good-bye. We started out the day with more time at the pool. The kids loved it & it was fun to watch them play. After that a little time in the room while auntie & uncle packed in theirs we headed out for more adventure.

All For One & One For All!

This photo brings a smile to my face every time I see it.

The Pool

Cousins

The kids & I hung out in our room while the other adults packed & took things to their van.

Snuggling with Blankie

YAY!

Big Boy, Nemo & Bugs having fun & relaxing.

The perfect place to get all the children in one picture.

Funny Pic

L to R

Petunia, Sweet Pea, Nemo, Boo & Big Boy

The Theater

I hope to be able to see a show here someday. I hear they are amazing.

Hershey Farms

The View from the top of the walking path.

Pretty Boo Bear

This is a favorite photo of mine. So sweet.

POP! Goes the plant......

I don't know what plant this was but Rich & Dave rememberd it from their childhood. They showed the children how to create a popping sound with it. They were delighted! And so were the children. Lol!

Look, Mommy! A Hat!

E-boy was proud of his little leaf-hat he made.

The Pond

There was a nice, little pond with ducks, geese to see & rocks to skip. The only drawback - it reeked of sulfur.

Touring the Shop

THere was quite an extensive shop inside next to the resturant. We had a good time looking at all the merchandice & even trying on a few hats. I wanted to buy E-boy an Amish-type hat so badly but I knew he wouldn't wear it enough to justify the cost. I made myself content by taking a photo instead.

Amish Boy & Girl

We did give in and buy the girls these bonnets. They are so pretty and were a fair price.

Sweet Pea's bonnet really brings out her blue eyes.

Next Stop.....Ice Cream!

We all enjoyed some yummy ice cream at the creamery & also looked through the little country store.

Our Family Photo

L to R

Nemo, Petunia, Aunt Maralee, Uncle Rich & Big Boy

One Last Stop

We made one last visit to The Red Caboose store & petting zoo.

Nemo enjoys a ride on the carosal.

Big Boy Bugs!

Heeeeeere's E-BOY!

Brothers

We had a great time with Aunt Maralee, Uncle Rich & the cousins. It was tough to say good-bye. We hope to do this again soon!

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SUMMERTIME 2012

2012

It was a year full of learning not only educational-wise but life lessons too. We have come to treasure those we love more than ever. Family time is to be savored and memories to be created and viewed as priceless. And our Lord is to be praised, trusted & loved.

We are enjoying our summer. It is full to overflowing with VBS volunteering & attending, Taekwondo, park playdates, gardening, Staycation, camp, birthday parties, visits from loved ones, adventures & day trips, friends, outdoor fun, swimming, summer treats, church & lots of trips to the library. It is wonderful to have some time to renew & relax.

OUR 12th YEAR

It is hard to believe we are in our 12th year of homeschooling. Where does the time go? It seems as if I should feel like an expert by now. But that's not the case. I learn more every year & always look forward to the opportunity to grow.

This year we have made some big changes. At first I was a little cautious wondering how we would handle this. But God has been amazingly gracious. We have made many new & wonderful friends. Even with cutting back our schedule is full to overflowing with fantastic & fun opportunities & experiences.

I look forward to seeing what more God has in store for us this year and sharing it with you, our friends & family.

Summer, Here We Come!

We are winding down our school year. We've finished our co-op studies & had our last classes of the year. AWANA is almost over as well as TKD. The spring soccer season is in full swing. Soon summer will be here. Swimming, park days, field trips, VBS, popsicles, gardening, bike rides & fun with friends are things we are all looking forward to. We will be doing some fun studies over the summer as well. Some we have already begun!
As always our days are full to the brim. Many like to comment that Dave & I have our hands full. I agree. Our hands & lives are full of fun, laughter, learning & growing. I wouldn't trade it for the world.

A New School Year

School has begun! It isn't officially fall here yet but our fall activities have started. We are now back in AWANA, Wednesday night groups, Sunday school, soccer, homeschool & 2 family learning co-ops. This week we have added Taekwando to our schedule. Yes, we are busy! On top it all off I am co-leading our large, church homeschool support group. We kicked off the new school year with a picnic. It was an amazing time & lots of fun was had though the weather tried it's best to ruin it. God prevailed!

This year we have a 9th grader (How did we get to high school already?), a 6th grader, a 3rd grader and one in Kindergarten. And don't forget our little toddler!!!! As many like to comment yes, we have our hands full. Our hands are full of blessings, of life and of love. Some days bring more challenges & tough times but through it all we grow stronger & closer.

Announcement *

She is here! Safe & sound & BEAUTIFUL! We are all wrapped around her little fingers. Our little princess arrived on
April 6 at 8:06a.m. by C-section. She surprised us all by weighing only 7lbs. 9oz. We had expected her to be at least 9lbs. based on the ultrasounds. She is also 19.5 inches long. A little peanut!
As you can see from some of her hospital photos she is already learning to accessorize. Lol. The nursery nurses at the hospital stuck a pink bow in her hair. I love it!
I will not be publishing her real name on my blog due to safety reasons, (just like I have done for my older children), but if you'd like to know feel free to email me privately and I'd be happy to share.