As we prepared to send the boys back to school, we had a special BTS dinner Sunday night. I decorated the table with a school theme, we had a nice family dinner and then we had a time of prayer to dedicate this school year. Sweet family time.
Monday the boys headed back to school. They are both enjoying their new classes and teachers. I am excited to see how God works through them this year. My prayer is that they would grow in wisdom and stature, that they would have confidence and security found in Christ, and that they would love well. Its so fun to watch God unfold the person He created as they mature.
Pictures to come!
Friday, August 20, 2010
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Time . . . Gone
Time. Its something I always seem to need more of. Lately, our days seem so filled and I always leave something unfinished.
The last couple of years, we have taken the boys on a Back to School Trip. We never go far but just head out of town to do a little shopping, play a little more, and enjoy the last drop of summer. This year, our trip seemed a little difficult to plan since heading out of town means packing two cars (even for a one night excursion), getting the girls off their normal schedule (which we are just getting a hold of since we added solid foods to the mix), and paying for two hotel rooms, instead of one.
Well, this morning I sent the boys off for a modified trip - Mimi and Pop style. My parents decided to take the boys to Charlotte for a couple of nights to stay at the Great Wolfe Lodge, visit the Lego store, and go to Discovery Place. So much fun.
While on my way to meet Greg for lunch, emotion suddenly came over me. Our last day at home before school begins has gone. The summer has slipped by. The boys will be entering another grade - Camden on another end of the school.
Gone. Today I was reminded to enjoy each chance I get with the kids. To not get so wrapped up in cleaning and laundry that I don't have time to hang out and have fun. I love this song by Point of Grace. I want to enjoy each drop of each day. Love well. Enjoy this season before this time is gone.
The last couple of years, we have taken the boys on a Back to School Trip. We never go far but just head out of town to do a little shopping, play a little more, and enjoy the last drop of summer. This year, our trip seemed a little difficult to plan since heading out of town means packing two cars (even for a one night excursion), getting the girls off their normal schedule (which we are just getting a hold of since we added solid foods to the mix), and paying for two hotel rooms, instead of one.
Well, this morning I sent the boys off for a modified trip - Mimi and Pop style. My parents decided to take the boys to Charlotte for a couple of nights to stay at the Great Wolfe Lodge, visit the Lego store, and go to Discovery Place. So much fun.
While on my way to meet Greg for lunch, emotion suddenly came over me. Our last day at home before school begins has gone. The summer has slipped by. The boys will be entering another grade - Camden on another end of the school.
Gone. Today I was reminded to enjoy each chance I get with the kids. To not get so wrapped up in cleaning and laundry that I don't have time to hang out and have fun. I love this song by Point of Grace. I want to enjoy each drop of each day. Love well. Enjoy this season before this time is gone.
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Boys Weekend = Girls Weekend
The boys have been all about baseball this year, both playing ball this spring. They faithfully followed USC to their National Championship victory and then continued the baseball wave cheering on the Atlanta Braves. All summer, we wanted to take a road trip to Atlanta but a weekend trip with all six was not real feasible.
Really wanting to get the boys to a Braves game, Greg decided to plan a 'Boys Weekend.' They are just getting in from their roadtrip and had a great time. They cheered the Braves on to a victory today, which happened to be Kids Day.
With the boys away, the girls and I had our own weekend as well. Since my brother is getting married this winter, we went to the bridal shop for dress fittings, out to lunch and then retreated to my parents house. I think we will conclude this weekend declaring it the first annual boys weekend = girls weekend. I foresee an American Girl store roadtrip five years from now.
Really wanting to get the boys to a Braves game, Greg decided to plan a 'Boys Weekend.' They are just getting in from their roadtrip and had a great time. They cheered the Braves on to a victory today, which happened to be Kids Day.
With the boys away, the girls and I had our own weekend as well. Since my brother is getting married this winter, we went to the bridal shop for dress fittings, out to lunch and then retreated to my parents house. I think we will conclude this weekend declaring it the first annual boys weekend = girls weekend. I foresee an American Girl store roadtrip five years from now.
Friday, July 30, 2010
The Girls - 6 months
The girls had their six month check up yesterday. It's amazing how close they are in size and weight. They both weigh right at 15 lbs and were within a quarter of an inch in length (both were 25% for weight and 29% for height).
They are so much fun right now. They LOVE their brothers and have enjoyed having them home this summer. Also, as they have since birth, they still enjoy being together and always try to hold hands. It is so sweet. Both enjoy time in their exersaucers and their mobile still makes them laugh every time. They are working on sitting up - almost there! and also have daily tummy time.
The girls are growing up so quickly!
They are so much fun right now. They LOVE their brothers and have enjoyed having them home this summer. Also, as they have since birth, they still enjoy being together and always try to hold hands. It is so sweet. Both enjoy time in their exersaucers and their mobile still makes them laugh every time. They are working on sitting up - almost there! and also have daily tummy time.
The girls are growing up so quickly!
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Edisto 2010 - Part II
The girls had a good week as well. On vacation, they celebrated their six month birthday! I wish I could say that we had a sweet little party for them like I read about here, but our celebration was limited to adding vegetables to their palate - which they loved! I can't believe they are so old already.
Each morning after breakfast we suited and sunscreened everyone up and walked down to the beach. The girls took their morning naps in their stroller on the beach and enjoyed sticking their little toes in the sand and ocean when they were awake. After the beach one morning, Hannah Katherine was able to swim in the pool with Daddy and big brothers for the first time. Unfortunately, Sarah Manning slept through the fun. I'm sure she will be in her ladybug float before the end of summer.
We enjoyed our first family vacation. We are settling into a routine as a larger family. Life is a little crazy at times but we are so blessed.
Here are a few pictures from a beach session we had while in Edisto.
Each morning after breakfast we suited and sunscreened everyone up and walked down to the beach. The girls took their morning naps in their stroller on the beach and enjoyed sticking their little toes in the sand and ocean when they were awake. After the beach one morning, Hannah Katherine was able to swim in the pool with Daddy and big brothers for the first time. Unfortunately, Sarah Manning slept through the fun. I'm sure she will be in her ladybug float before the end of summer.
We enjoyed our first family vacation. We are settling into a routine as a larger family. Life is a little crazy at times but we are so blessed.
Here are a few pictures from a beach session we had while in Edisto.
Edisto 2010
Well, we are just getting home from our first vacation as a family of six. This year we decided to change the pace of our vacation and we headed to Edisto Beach for a laid back week at the beach. Of course, I had very idealized thoughts of what I week would become. Even though things did not work out just the way I thought, we had a great time.
The boys enjoyed riding the waves on their boogie boards, taking bike rides on the island, shrimping and crabbing with friends at their grandparents' house, looking for shells and of course constructing sandcastles. Also, some of our of friends were at the beach at the same time and our boys enjoyed playing on the beach together.
On our final day on the beach, Greg decided to let the boys fish from the surf. After just a couple of casts, Camden reeled in a baby shark! Next up, Landon reeled in a good sized blue fish. Camden ended the time out with another blue fish. Catching their fish (and shark) was the highlight of the trip for both boys.
Girls awake . . . I'll have to finish the update later. More to come!
The boys enjoyed riding the waves on their boogie boards, taking bike rides on the island, shrimping and crabbing with friends at their grandparents' house, looking for shells and of course constructing sandcastles. Also, some of our of friends were at the beach at the same time and our boys enjoyed playing on the beach together.
On our final day on the beach, Greg decided to let the boys fish from the surf. After just a couple of casts, Camden reeled in a baby shark! Next up, Landon reeled in a good sized blue fish. Camden ended the time out with another blue fish. Catching their fish (and shark) was the highlight of the trip for both boys.
Girls awake . . . I'll have to finish the update later. More to come!
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Change Coming
Well, it has been almost a year since my last blog. So much has happened during this time. My camera is filled with memories still needing to be uploaded to the computer. Sweet time for our family is stored in only fragments, as we try to recall different episodes of this year. Time has gone so quickly.
While on vacation this week, I have been trying to figure out the best way to document our daily lives without losing so many precious memories. Since, I have concluded that blogging is the easiest and most efficient way to capture our lives. I hope to post fresh updates as soon as we return home. For now, change coming . . .
While on vacation this week, I have been trying to figure out the best way to document our daily lives without losing so many precious memories. Since, I have concluded that blogging is the easiest and most efficient way to capture our lives. I hope to post fresh updates as soon as we return home. For now, change coming . . .
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