tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17507606964890744332024-02-19T03:15:05.184-08:00My 4 LovesBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.comBlogger382125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-71016869127122016152014-01-24T06:01:00.000-08:002014-01-24T06:01:28.410-08:00Funny things they "say"<div style="text-align: center;">
We went to the Y today. The boys have swim lessons. I guess they don't like the dressing rooms. As we pulled into the parking lot Tommy pipes up and says "Ok Charlie! Just take dad's hand and close your eyes". Yeah, I wouldn't want to see a bunch of naked old men either!!!</div>
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Penny's hair is finally long enough for "tony tails"....love that kid. </div>
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Whenever Penny gets one of her sippy cups and it has beads of water running down the side she says, "Mama, there are <i>raindrops</i> on my cup!" </div>
Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-68849310792342948882014-01-23T11:14:00.002-08:002014-01-24T06:04:05.682-08:00Wash me a newTrent has been traveling a bit the last two weeks. That coupled with 2 extra days off of school for the kids, a birthday party and a killer migraine, left me a bit frazzled. Really it was the migraine that prompted me to send out an SOS text to my girls begging for prayers for my sanity. I can kind of laugh about it now that it has passed....kind of ;)<br />
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Motherhood is hard sometimes, just plain hard. Usually, I am the one that makes it most difficult though. Comparing myself to what "other" mothers accomplish or do is really the evil of all things. And when I get overwhelmed with what I have NOT done, that is when the ugly, not so nice, cranky, needing to apologize later for MY bad behavior, Mommy comes rearing her ugly head!<br />
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And so while my friends were hitting their knees all over the city for me, I hit mine. I <i>knew </i>the reason that my tank was empty. Sure, a migraine, a traveling husband and extra activities didn't help, but really I was floundering in the sea of life because I had not knelled before Him in several days. I needed to run back to Him in the quiet of my room, to reconnect if even for a few moments. He met me there, right where I was, just like He always does. He washed me a new, clean like the snow and I was able to then be the mommy I so badly want to be.<br />
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<br />Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-39767427581885621342014-01-18T19:55:00.002-08:002014-01-18T19:55:28.755-08:00Bear turns 9<div style="text-align: center;">
Nine years ago this boy stole our hearts and made us parents. We were chosen to be HIS mom and dad. To love him, raise him, care for and provide for him. </div>
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Nine Things I LOVE About Charlie:<br />
1. He truly is the sweetest kid and wants to please.<br />
2. He has the most incredible laugh.<br />
3. He is beyond creative and amazes us with all the incredible things that he draws and makes.<br />
4. He is sensitive.<br />
5. He is so much fun to be around and to do things with.<br />
6. He tries really hard to be a good friend and wants to include everyone.<br />
7. He loves his baby brother and sister.<br />
8. He marches to his own drum.<br />
9. He loves Jesus and isn't afraid to tell others about how awesome God is.<br />
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God made you perfectly in His image. We pray that the gifts that God has given you will only mature and grow stronger. We love everything about you and are so excited to see what this year holds for you. I tell you all the time to stop growing and your sweet response is "I can't Mom. But I will always be your baby!". You better believe it kid!!!</div>
<br />Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-5645311231832727272014-01-09T11:16:00.000-08:002014-01-09T11:16:20.347-08:00Christmas Break 2014<div style="text-align: center;">
The boys went back to school yesterday. They had had two weeks off for Christmas and then an additional two snow days. The temperatures were frigid.</div>
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We did a lot over their break and then we did nothing at all. It was a good balance.</div>
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Penny saw The Grinch for the first time this year. She is obsessed. So much so I had to run out and purchase both the movie and the show. Throughout the day she will bust into character and my sweet three year old turns into The Grinch. Cracks me up!</div>
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We were stuck inside a lot because it was too cold to go outside. Like -12 too cold. We had to be creative to keep the cabin fever away!</div>
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Every day was a good day for a dance party. Especially when Daddy joined in! He is the best daddy. He does everything and anything for these babies. They are so blessed that God choose this man to be their Daddy.</div>
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I love having all the children home. The slower pace, no schedule or lunches to be packed. Easy lunches together and snuggles all day. </div>
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By Tuesday we were all ready to get out of the house and off to school they went. I was sad to see them go but also grateful for the long days together. It just made me excited for summer break.</div>
Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-84577744531237929892014-01-02T21:07:00.000-08:002014-01-02T21:07:11.484-08:00New Years 2014Our little family stayed home, warm and together to bring in the New Years. Actually, we didn't do anything special but tuck the children into bed at the regular hour, eat some takeout and call it a night. Trent and I actually saw the ball drop this year. I love the way that man dances!!!<br />
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I have to be honest, this year is a blur. I can only think of good things so that is a plus, but the months kind of blend together. I really think it was the medication I was on. Thank goodness that is behind me! <br />
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We took the children to the movies last night. It was Penny's very first. She was just precious perched on Trent's lap with her little arm tucked behind her head. I looked over my little family and was so proud and full of love for each of them. I am so blessed to be Trent's wife and the mother of these three beautiful kids. There is no place I would rather be.<br />
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I just sense that there are going to be some fantastic things happen in '14. Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-14890107521978420062014-01-02T08:17:00.002-08:002014-01-02T08:17:19.608-08:00Confiscated<div style="text-align: center;">
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One of my goals this Christmas break is to get all our photos together and print out books for 2012 & 2013. </div>
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I love finding these snapshots from when the kids confiscate my camera. Tommy is the main culprit. He makes me laugh.</div>
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There is something magical about Christmas morning. The awe, the wonder, the magic. Even if it does begin at 4:30am :)<br />
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I love my sweet boys.<br />
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Santa WAS here!<br />
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Charlie's favorite gifts: Skylanders, Pokemon and Mario Kart<br />
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Tommy's favorites: DRUMS, Red Ranger Samaria Power Ranger costume <br />
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Penny: Calico Critters car<br />
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Look at that face. We will endure all the<strike> Noise </strike>music for the joy that it brings this fella.<br />
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Doctor Penny to the rescue.<br />
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After presents we put the turkey in and took a nap. A LONG nap and then ate, and ate. It was perfect!Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-12357755226843476242013-10-31T22:07:00.001-07:002013-10-31T22:07:22.828-07:00Halloween Fun 2013If I had to sum up Halloween this year in 5 words it would be: BUSY, crazy, FUN, Family, kids. I was a hard week, I won't lie. There was just to much to do, to many projects that had to be completed, parties to plan, sweet treats to make, costumes to finish etc, etc, etc. Halloween is a big event around here. We love to help the kids come up with their costumes, often times making them. But that takes a lot of work and planning and then some more work. I also love to be involved with the boys' class parties. This year I am the room mom for Tommy's class. I volunteered to make not only Tommy's class but also Charlie's class their sweet treat for the class parties. Let's just say that Trent and I were up to our elbows in rice krispie treats the night before the party. But the kids loved them, and THAT is why we do what we do. <br />
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Kids, if you don't remember anything else about holidays and the traditions that we do each and every year. I hope that you will remember that whatever we did we did for you. To make you happy, to make you smile and to make you feel special. <br />
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Charlie's Class Party 3rd Grade<br />
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Charlie was the Red Knight Phantom from the Legend of Zelda<br />
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Tommy's Class Party 1st Grade<br />
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Tommy was the Golden Knight Phantom from the Legend of Zelda<br />
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Things to remember about Trick or Treating 2013:<br />
* Penny demand to go home after about 30 minutes because she said she had "TOO MUCH candy". What kid does that?!<br />
*Charlie was just TOO cool to carry a plastic pumpkin to gather his candy. Sooooo, he choose to use his pillowcase like the "big" kids. The funniest thing he said was "I can't WAIT to go to sleep tonight!!" Me: "Really?! Why?" Charlie: "Because then my pillow case will smell like candy" To funny!<br />
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Today was the most beautiful day. The trees are all changing into their magnificent Fall colors, the sun was shining brightly with puffy white clouds against the most brilliant blue sky and the weather was cool and crisp. It was stunning, really.<br />
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But the best part was that we were together as a family, all five of us. The boys had the day off of school and Trent took the day off of work. We had a flurry of activities but it wasn't rushed or hurried. We set our own pace and really enjoyed being with each other. Truth be told, Miss Penny set some of our schedule with her shrieking from the backseat of the car but we were late with naps so I can't really blame her ;)<br />
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We made our Fall rounds. Halloween decorations at the dollar store, homemade donuts from Patterson's bakery, pumpkins from Mulberry Farms and Halloween train ride and family fun at Magic Whooloween at Penitentiary Glenn.<br />
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Halloween train ride at Penitentiary Glenn is one of our all time
favorite family activities. We have been going for years and we all
love it. This was Penny's first time with us. She loved it. She said
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The boys both dressed up as Link, from the Legend of Zelda. We had a lot of fun making the costumes together as a family. Charlie was afraid that people would think he was a fairy and laugh at him. He insists that Link is not a fairy, even though he does have fairy ears. Needless to say, no one laughed :)<br />
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Daddy surprised the boys by showing up for the indoor parade. Tommy later told me that he was "SOOOOO happy" because Daddy was there. The picture above is of Tommy seeing that Daddy was there. That little face just makes me want to get all teary eyed.<br />
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Being room mom for Charlie's class is so fun! Monster cupcakes for the party...yum.<br />
So thankful I get to share these memories with my boys and Trent!! So blessed!!Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-30358456562478940332012-10-27T10:04:00.000-07:002012-12-26T05:59:13.040-08:00Halloween: Pumpkin Patch Edition<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I love to make traditions with our family. Going to Mulberry Farms has easily become one of them! Infact, taking a photo of the children on the hay bales has also become one. Our family has sure changed in just a few short years. We are truly blessed!<br />
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In order to pick just the perfect pumpkin, one must sit on it first. The tooshie test ;)<br />
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I am seriously so in love with this guy! Seriously!!<br />
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Classic Charlie, being silly and pretending to fall of fthe bulldozer. That kid makes me laugh!<br />
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In mid-October Trent and I celebrated our Anniversary (which is in July) by taking a two day, 14 mile hike in the beautiful Ohio forests. It was the first time either one of us had attempted such an adventure and we were happy to do it together.<br />
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We hiked through dense forest, open fields, up, down and through large caverns carved though the lush folliage. Every twist of the path, if there was a path, lead to a new adventure. <br />
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We carried all that we needed for the two days on our backs in packs. Thankfully, I had a gourmet chef with me who served up lasagna, beef stroganoff, cheese, salami, fruit and the like. We did not go hungry that is for sure!<br />
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The difficulty of our adventure was equal to the beauty that surrounded us. The path often disappeared leaving us to search for our direction in which to continue. It was also very obvious that the path had not been cleared for some time. It was at times covered with large trees that had fallen during a recent high wind storm, or over grown with brush. The path was usually not much bigger then the width of our feet, leaving no room for a wrong step on a a decline in a gully or along a ridge. It was down right frightful at times and not the nicely cleared stone pathway I had invisioned....I was nieve in many regards! <br />
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We made camp before sunset. Trent searched out the perfect spot each night and set right away to putting up our tent and making a fire. We slept like logs except for when we heard a pack of cyotes howling and yipping at each other in the not so far distance. I was thankful to be protected by our bear bell ;)<br />
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It really was a wonderful adventure. I really had to rely a lot on Trent to not only feed and house me but to protect, comfort, doctor, and entertain me. I was thrilled to be with just him and doing this together. It felt like such a huge accomplishment when we circled back to the trail head. Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-86045743907205050182012-09-29T19:02:00.000-07:002012-09-29T19:02:00.359-07:00My boys<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I love them. They are the sweetest boys ever and I am so grateful to be their mommy! <br />
Charlie cracks me up with his jokes and funny "old man" ways. That kid has a laugh that is seriously contagious. And Thomas is the little buddy who always wants "help" or snuggle on the couch. <br />
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The boys started school a few weeks back. It was bittersweet for all of us. I miss the lazy mornings all snuggled on the couch while the children watched their shows and I drank my coffee and check emails. I am grateful for a chance to catch my breathe but wish the school day was much shorter. I miss my buddies and so does the little lady. On those mornings when I am loansome for the pitter patter <strike>stampede</strike> of little feet, I grab their lovie or jaquar and say a little prayer for Heavenly Father to watch over my babies. <br />
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They are doing good. Charlie has smoothly made the transition to being a 2nd grader. He likes lunch and recess. Tommy had a rocky start of leaving his Mama but is fine now and loves to color and go to recess.<br />
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So blessed to call him honey, so grateful they call him Daddy!</div>
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Penny, June 2012Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-37744083516089978542012-08-28T17:43:00.001-07:002012-08-28T17:43:22.027-07:00Grandpa said.............<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Grandpa said that Penny could wear pink,<br />
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but only if it was<br />
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DIRTY!<br />
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The boys were more then happy to oblige your rule Dad :)<br />
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<br />Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-60208213866418602482012-08-25T04:06:00.000-07:002012-08-25T04:06:25.070-07:00The funniest thing.......The funnist thing I heard all day long was "I tooted in the pool....he hee heee he, when I was going down the slide...heee hee he, isn't that funny mom?"<br />
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The sweetest thing that happened today was when Penny laid her head down on my shoulder when I took her out of the car after we got home from the pool. Pure cuteness.<br />
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The most rewarding thing that happened today was when an angry boy used his words to tell me how he was feeling. Man, sometimes I have a hard time even doing that!<br />
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I love our kids, they totally amaze me every day!<br />
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But now I am <strike>cooking dinner </strike>waiting for the pizza guy and wrestling red eyed monsters, dressed up as Bobba Fett.<br />
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I love my life!Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-1976133998864698002012-06-26T13:32:00.003-07:002012-06-26T13:33:21.690-07:00Safety Town 2012: Tom<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The boy has waited to sit on the school bus, ride the trikes, meet the fireman and policeman for 2 years! Ever since Charlie went!<br />
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It would not surprise me at all if Tom ended up as a Policeman or Fireman. He was so in his element!<br />
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Graduation!!! Way to go Tom!<br />
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Pen and Emmie, not so excited by the festivities but they did good!<br />
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Sarah and Tom, these kids are too cute!<br />
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Charlie got his chance on the motorcycle too. He looks pretty smooth in that helmet!Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-20336208182359936262012-06-19T20:31:00.000-07:002012-06-26T13:34:17.117-07:00Dad's Club T-ball Parade<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This year we were able to participate in the Dad's Club Parade and it was great fun! The parade route is about 2 miles and it was a sweltering 10,000 degrees out. We lucked out though and were offered a ride on the Rocket Car!!</div>
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It was still hot, but it made the parade that much sweeter! We threw candy at the crowds and had a great time waving to fans....lol!</div>
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The boys loved it....and so did we!</div>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-44724221586296588682012-06-06T03:48:00.000-07:002012-06-06T03:48:00.307-07:00Have No Fear, Baby Jedi Knights Are Here!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Like brother, like sister.</div>Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-36021032460159840942012-06-05T03:41:00.000-07:002012-06-05T03:41:00.461-07:00The Children<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am constantly in awe of the children. Not a day goes by that I don't thank our Heavenly Father for these three little people, exactly <em>these </em>three little people! One of my all time favorite things to do is catching them loving on each other. It is so sweet, not scripted, pure and loving. I love the picture above. Penny perched on top of Charlie's lap having just woke up from a nap and hugging her pink kitty (Uncle Jason and Nicole, this is her FAVORITE animal!!), and looking so peaceful on his lap. Sure we have moments, on a daily basis!, where the kids are not getting along. But we also have quiet, loving moments like these everyday too.<br />
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Rituals: Trent and I go in and check on the boys each night before we go to bed. I don't know how many times I have stood over their beds and kissed them good night, ruffled their hair and covered them up again. They are so sweet and peaceful when they sleep and <br />
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My quiet time buddy: When Charlie is at school it is Tom, Penny and I. Penny takes a good long nap in the day time so it is Tom and I for a good chunk of he day. We amuse ourselves by watchng shows cuddled up on the couch together, taking closeup pictures ourselves, playing games or taking a nap. This kid cracks me up, I don't know what I am going to do without him next year when he is in full day kindergarten :(<br />
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Little Lady: T.R.O.U.B.L.E, of the sweetest variety. We need to start preparing now!<br />
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Siblings: One of the best parts of my day is watching all three of our kids playing together. Two of them are always together, with the third party getting some one on one time with a parent or some much needed alone time. But when they all get together they are so fun to watch<br />
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Tradition: It would only be right if an older brothe shared his favorite show (Yo Gabba Gabba)with a youger sister. It is so cute to see Tommy taking on the role of big brother with Penny, just like Charlie did with him. <br />
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The kids are doing great! They are so sweet and funny, all of them. They keep us on our toes, warm our hearts and make us smile. They also challange us to be better pearents and to do right by them. They are true gifts!Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-82881679384002483662012-06-02T03:10:00.000-07:002012-06-02T03:10:23.294-07:00Field Trip<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In early May, Tommy's class went on a field trip to a gymnastics gym. The kids had so much fun learning the different technices and doing an obstacle course.<br />
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I was amazed at how brave Thomas was. He hardly hesitated to do the activities and really had a good time.<br />
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I am so grateful that I am able to participate in these kind of activities with my children. Deciding to send the children to traditional schools was so difficult and painfum in so mnay ways. However, it was opportunities like these, where I knew memories would be created and that our bond woul be strengthend, that helped with the transition. I love being involved with my children's classes, I love personally knowing their teachers and classmates and I know that it helps the kids.Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1750760696489074433.post-88578747290629073702012-05-08T18:09:00.000-07:002012-05-08T18:09:40.026-07:00Camping<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We took the family camping a few weeks ago. Penny stayed with us until after dinner and then Nana came and picked her up for the night. She slept all nice and warm in her own bed while we slept, all four in one sleeping bag, freezing in 30 degree temps with the boys...who were complete troopers.<br />
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Penny loved walking the trails and picking "flowers". She LOVED being out in the woods.<br />
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Penny was ready for bed and hung out with Daddy and Charlie until Nana came to get her.<br />
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The boys had the BESTtime ever! They got a long so well. They didn't fight or argue, it was amazing. They worked together as a team to collect tons of fire wood and had a great time going on hikes together.<br />
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Daddy made his incredible apple, spice cake in the dutch oven. It is the best cake ever. The boys just loved every minute of our camping night and can't wait to go back. Neither can we!<br />
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Best friends with their "lovies" who are also best friend. Precious!<br />
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I am so thankful that Trent introduced us to camping and has such enthusiasm for doing it together as a family. I love that we can create these memories for our family and watch as the children bond even closer to one another.Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03530920615259170825noreply@blogger.com0