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Friday, November 14, 2008

PA Visit ~ Part 2

The next morning after our dinner with Grandma, Grandpa, aunts, uncles & cousins the kids got up early eager to spend time with G&G. I wandered outside to find the boys sharing time with Grandpa & many kitties.

Later Dave, the kids & Grandma and Grandpa had some fun playing ball.

There were lots of laughs & goofing off.

Precious photo

Bugs wasn't feeling well so he & I went inside to watch a video & snuggle.

We made sure to take time for some family shots before we hit the road again.

Aren't their facial expressions funny? Goofs. Lol.

Dave really enjoyed visiting his family & his childhood home.

PA Visit

On our way down to Tennessee we were able to stop and visit with Dave's parents and a few of his siblings and their families. We were extremely happy this all worked out because we haven't had the opportunity to visit in PA for over 3 years. Bugs hadn't even met his PA grandparents yet! That was exciting to get to introduce him.
The kids had a wonderful time running around in their huge yard, loving on all their kittys and playing with Grandma & Grandpa and their cousins. We all wished the visit could be longer but were very grateful for the time we did have together.

Sitting on the front porch swing.

Elvis's favorite kitty - Peepers.

Sharing Peepers with Uncle Jimmy

Pops & Dave

Dave hangs out with his brother Matt & sister Beth.

A fun family gathering! Maralee tried to get away but I snapped her pic much to her delight. Lol!

My little niece is such a ham! She cracks me up & I love her to pieces.

Grandpa was in his glory covered with grandchildren.

Isn't she adorable?

Bugs hangs out with Uncle Jimmy.

A Hug

The girls were very happy to see each other again!

They had their favorite kitties too.

I love this picture! I can't believe how fast they are all growing!

Bugs found the toys right away.

Awwwww...........

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.