If They Could Just Stay Little Forever.....

Each night, I do what EVERY Mom does.....I check on the kids last thing before heading to bed myself.  It's amazing how much more adorable they are when they are sleeping!  :)    Sometimes I get to tuck them in a little tighter, or replace an arm or leg that is hanging over the edge of the bed.  Sometimes, yes sometimes,  I get to see a little reminder of just how innocent they still are.  This night, while checking on my oldest daughter, I found her with her baby doll all tucked in nice and tight right beside her.  These are the little things that I will miss as they grow up.  One day, much too soon, she'll trade in her little girl toys for teenage things.  I hope to capture many more of these little memories before that time comes.

Just Messin' Around

I took the girls out in the yard to do a few test shots with my camera.  I'm trying to work in different lighting settings and see what I come up with.  It can be a lot of fun to catch the girls just being themselves.  It can be just as frustrating when they goof off and disregard my instructions!  Anyhow, I thought I would post a few of the shot I was able to catch.

Field Trip Days

This year Kendall's 2nd grade class got to visit Wesselman Woods. It turned out to be a really nice day to go.  It was overcast so it wasn't too hot, and the bugs weren't bad either.  Kendall really likes being outdoors so this trip was right up her alley.  Playing with the turtles was the highlight of the day.  It was a fun day to hang out.

National Day of Prayer 2012

Every first Thursday of May is the National Day of Prayer.  Each year we have gone to the Courthouse lawn to join in on music, praise, and prayer.  It is a great time to stand together with fellow believers and pray for our nation both local, and country wide.  I was really proud of the girls for joining in this year as well.  Who says the generations to come have nothing to look forward to?  God Bless Everyone!

Our newest bundle of joy!

The girls have been pet crazed since Allie went away.  They talked about getting a cat, so we got them an outdoor kitty that was only around a few days before it too, ran away.  After that, it was dog talk all over again.  We got Amy about a week ago.  She has fit right in with everyone.  The girls hardly put her down when they are home, but Amy seems to eat it up.  She's already one spoiled little doggie!

Easter

This year we planned an easter egg hunt for the kids.  They all had a lot of fun.  I am thankful that they are still young enough to find the joy in games.  It won't be long before they have outgrown these things and cherish their time with friends, rather than family.  I was blessed to see just how giving, and caring the girls can be.  What an awesome thing for Easter.  The time when Jesus gave His ALL for us!

Easter Eggs!

Ok, so I'm sure I've lost the "Mom Of The Year" award for this one, but hey, we can't all be perfect.  :)  This was the girls' very first time ever making Easter Eggs!  (I know, I know.  I can hear all of your gasps.)  Dyeing eggs isn't something I did as a child, and the tradition just hasn't ever been anything we've taken a big part in.  This year, however, we decided to give the experience a try.  It was pretty painless I must admit.  The girls had a good time making each one special.  We might just have to do this again next year!