Sunday, July 24, 2011
Road Trip
Drove up to Flagstaff Saturday for the day. Kids had fun playing under their towels on the way up.
Weekend Swimming
Jamie jumping naked. What is the point of a swimsuit? Just one more thing to get on and off and wash. Jamie feels the same way.
Pete swims with one sock on. It is to protect his big toe's toenail while he swims because it's almost completely off. A little shower door incident at Nana and Grandpa's house a couple weeks ago. 
No need for the sock at swim lessons tomorrow. The nail came off in the family room tonight. Gross. Pete decided to save it in his bug jar on his dresser.
Pete swims with one sock on. It is to protect his big toe's toenail while he swims because it's almost completely off. A little shower door incident at Nana and Grandpa's house a couple weeks ago. 
No need for the sock at swim lessons tomorrow. The nail came off in the family room tonight. Gross. Pete decided to save it in his bug jar on his dresser.
Friday, July 22, 2011
Random Stuff
Donuts last Sunday after P.'s baptism. 
Jamie took a bite out of each donut hole and then put it back in the box.
Using our new Food Saver vacuum sealer for the first time last Sunday. Thanks Nana and Grandpa, it worked great. Our ham is well protected now in the freezer.
Kids artwork with Bendaroos on the wall. Mom had fun taking them all down that night.
Pete sitting on Abby. Have I mentioned how much we all love our dog? She's just the best. She's sweet even when she doesn't want a naked 3 year old sitting on her.
Story time at the library. Pete listened intently to every book. Jamie took her shoes on and off about 30 times. :)
Jamie putting pegs in a game Uncle Bob made for us years ago.
Another great week. Just wishing I would start feeling better. I went back to the doctor today for the cough I have had for over 2 weeks now. Praying for relief and some good sleep soon.
Jamie took a bite out of each donut hole and then put it back in the box.
Using our new Food Saver vacuum sealer for the first time last Sunday. Thanks Nana and Grandpa, it worked great. Our ham is well protected now in the freezer.
Kids artwork with Bendaroos on the wall. Mom had fun taking them all down that night.
Pete sitting on Abby. Have I mentioned how much we all love our dog? She's just the best. She's sweet even when she doesn't want a naked 3 year old sitting on her.
Story time at the library. Pete listened intently to every book. Jamie took her shoes on and off about 30 times. :)
Jamie putting pegs in a game Uncle Bob made for us years ago.
Another great week. Just wishing I would start feeling better. I went back to the doctor today for the cough I have had for over 2 weeks now. Praying for relief and some good sleep soon.
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Swimming Lessons
The kids are in swimming lessons and they are doing awesome! Just awesome. Our kids are fearless when it comes to the water and it shows in how well they have caught on to learning how to swim completely unassisted. Here are some pics.
I am going to brag about Pete a little bit. He started the first day in the Parent Assisted class and was immediately moved up. He went to the next level and is by far the best in his class. Most kids average older than him by a year or two. Not only is he incredibly good at swimming for being 3 years old but he loves it and that makes me, and him, very happy.
Start of class you have to jump in to the teacher and swim back to the wall.
Pete blowing bubbles and kicking on the side of the pool. Perfect form I might add.
My happy boy loves his swim lessons!
Another swimming drill. I should have taken a video of this. Pete swims so fast from the wall to his teacher it's almost unreal to watch.
And a couple of Jamie. Jamie is a lot younger and it shows at swim lessons. Next summer will be much different, maybe. The thing is Jamie doesn't like anyone telling her what to do. She does things her own way and on her own time. She doesn't quite get the concept of swim class but sure has a lot of fun while we are there. Her favorite thing is diving for rings. She is really good at this and can hold her breath for a really long time. It's a little scary.
Jumping head first into the water and swimming out to dad and her swim instructor.
Our first week of lessons is complete and we are totally satisfied. I was a little worried about doing it cheap and doing it through the city but it's worked out great. It's really fun to see your kids have fun and excel at something.
I am going to brag about Pete a little bit. He started the first day in the Parent Assisted class and was immediately moved up. He went to the next level and is by far the best in his class. Most kids average older than him by a year or two. Not only is he incredibly good at swimming for being 3 years old but he loves it and that makes me, and him, very happy.
Start of class you have to jump in to the teacher and swim back to the wall.
Pete blowing bubbles and kicking on the side of the pool. Perfect form I might add.
My happy boy loves his swim lessons!
Another swimming drill. I should have taken a video of this. Pete swims so fast from the wall to his teacher it's almost unreal to watch. 
And a couple of Jamie. Jamie is a lot younger and it shows at swim lessons. Next summer will be much different, maybe. The thing is Jamie doesn't like anyone telling her what to do. She does things her own way and on her own time. She doesn't quite get the concept of swim class but sure has a lot of fun while we are there. Her favorite thing is diving for rings. She is really good at this and can hold her breath for a really long time. It's a little scary.
Jumping head first into the water and swimming out to dad and her swim instructor.
Our first week of lessons is complete and we are totally satisfied. I was a little worried about doing it cheap and doing it through the city but it's worked out great. It's really fun to see your kids have fun and excel at something.
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Blessed Day
My children's father, my wonderful husband, was baptized at our church this morning. It was a glorious morning watching him pronounce his faith to the world. I told Pete the angels were singing. He asked me if there were angels in the water with daddy. I told him that I was sure there was.
P. was baptized Catholic as a baby. He has lived a life to be proud of and is one of the most faithful and trusting Christian men I know. He prays with and for his family, he reads the Bible, he enjoys and takes pride in going to church every week, he studies books on his faith, he teaches our children about God, he always believes the Lord will take care of us. He puts his hopes and dreams in the Lord and since I met him has lived a life for Christ. Some women wish their husbands would be more godly, more strong in their faith, more of a leader of the home. I am so proud to have the spiritual man that I have as my husband. The kids are so blessed also. I wanted to name our son after him because if Pete ends up anything like his dad I will be so thankful and grateful. Today P. made sure God knew it was his decision to follow him.
Congrats babe. We are proud of who you are and what you did today.
P. was baptized Catholic as a baby. He has lived a life to be proud of and is one of the most faithful and trusting Christian men I know. He prays with and for his family, he reads the Bible, he enjoys and takes pride in going to church every week, he studies books on his faith, he teaches our children about God, he always believes the Lord will take care of us. He puts his hopes and dreams in the Lord and since I met him has lived a life for Christ. Some women wish their husbands would be more godly, more strong in their faith, more of a leader of the home. I am so proud to have the spiritual man that I have as my husband. The kids are so blessed also. I wanted to name our son after him because if Pete ends up anything like his dad I will be so thankful and grateful. Today P. made sure God knew it was his decision to follow him.
Congrats babe. We are proud of who you are and what you did today.
Thursday, July 14, 2011
A Long Time Ago
I took these pics on June 28th. Since starting to blog about our trip to CA still seems too overwhelming I thought I would post these sweet pics of the kids just spending time together.
"Look mom, Jamie is hugging me."
Ok, enough hugging, let's wrestle!
"Look mom, Jamie is hugging me."
Ok, enough hugging, let's wrestle!
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
The Last 3 Weeks
The last 3 weeks have been a whirlwind of visitors, travel, emotions, family, friends, fun times and illnesses. We are all home and besides that fact that the only breathing thing in the house that isn't sick is Abby we are well. Here is a pic from our day at Disneyland. See you all soon when I feel better. When we all feel better. And when I get out from under the mess that is my house and laundry. XOXO
Monday, June 27, 2011
MOPS Leadership Retreat
This past weekend I had the pleasure of spending the weekend with my new MOPS friends and leadership team. We headed up to Munds Park by Flagstaff and stayed in a beautiful cabin in the woods. It was a weekend filled with talking, laughing, eating and even some planning for next years group. :) What an amazing weekend. One that taught me that we as moms are all doing the best that we can. It taught me that I am not alone and everyone struggles with our "jobs". I learned things from each mom about how to care for my children better. And I was able to share a little of my "experiences". I made friends and strengthened friendships. I ate a ton, like I always do. I studied the bible and learned how "able" God is to do anything. We prayed for our group, each other and our kids. It was a priceless trip. One that I will remember forever. One that I am so thankful I was able to go on. And so grateful to my amazing husband who took care of our children for me while I could be a part of this group and this getaway. Thank you babe.
Headed up to the retreat with my friend Liz and all our stuff!
Taking a morning walk with some ladies from our group. Oh to walk and smell the pine trees and breathe the clean mountain air.....
Headed out to dinner in Flagstaff with 2 of my friends that wore black and white stripes like me.
Dinner at the Lumberyard in Flag.
Our Steering Team, minus Nicole who is going to have a baby any day now.
I even got to see my long time friend Kaci who lives in Flagstaff.
Have to say though, I missed my family so much while I was gone. Especially my darling curly haired little angel. And my sweet, funny little man. And my old, tired dog who is still my first baby. Oh and that handsome, incredible husband of mine.......
Headed up to the retreat with my friend Liz and all our stuff!
Taking a morning walk with some ladies from our group. Oh to walk and smell the pine trees and breathe the clean mountain air.....
Headed out to dinner in Flagstaff with 2 of my friends that wore black and white stripes like me.
Dinner at the Lumberyard in Flag.
Our Steering Team, minus Nicole who is going to have a baby any day now.
I even got to see my long time friend Kaci who lives in Flagstaff.
Have to say though, I missed my family so much while I was gone. Especially my darling curly haired little angel. And my sweet, funny little man. And my old, tired dog who is still my first baby. Oh and that handsome, incredible husband of mine.......
Life With a Pool
How do I describe life with a pool? Something close to heaven. Our kids love it. We love it. It is so refreshing and fun. Not only is it a beautiful part of our backyard that we love to see when we look out our window but it is how we spend our days now. Especially since it is supposed to be 110 or over all week. :) 
Playdate
Boy have we been blessed with some amazing new friends. God is so good.
Jamie and Katie.
Water table. The kids loved it and it was a nice way to stay cool without going swimming. We are going to get one for Jamie for her birthday.
After playing in the kiddie pool at our friends house.
Drinks and popsicles. Jamie and Patrick.
Me and our kiddos. Wish I had a pic of my good friend Christi to post.
Playing with one of Patrick's new birthday presents, a Cars car wash. So cool.
It is really neat to know not only do I have some amazing friends but that my kids do too. Ones we will grow up with and spend our days with. God has truly provided for us in every way.
Jamie and Katie.
Water table. The kids loved it and it was a nice way to stay cool without going swimming. We are going to get one for Jamie for her birthday.
After playing in the kiddie pool at our friends house.
Drinks and popsicles. Jamie and Patrick.
Me and our kiddos. Wish I had a pic of my good friend Christi to post. 
Playing with one of Patrick's new birthday presents, a Cars car wash. So cool.
It is really neat to know not only do I have some amazing friends but that my kids do too. Ones we will grow up with and spend our days with. God has truly provided for us in every way.
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