Double A Double R

Someday

2012-01-27T21:00:00.002-05:00

Have you ever felt like you need to write down your feelings just to find peace? So here I go, today was a hard dish of reality. My reality is that the likeness of me having another child is not going to happened. I dont think I have ever cried so hard in my life. How is it one day you feel so much hope and excitement just for the following day to have it crushed by disappointment? It seemed like everything was lining up in my favor and all I need was this one thing to make it happen and nothing. I have felt my heart shatter in a million pieces today. I feel like I need to just write a letter to that little spirit that I know is not coming to me.

To my little spirit

You have no idea how badly I want you in my life. I have dreamed of you and saw you with your brother and sister. I have imagined the joy I would find again with you growing inside of me, the joy that would come by those first flutters to let me know you were there. Picturing what you would look like what you would sound like. To see if you would come out with your siblings same sweet disposition. You are loved dearly even though you never really were but the thought of you is enough to love you. But I am sorry that I cannot give you the body you so badly desire. I feel like I am fighting the losing battle here. I keep telling myself it only takes one of each to make you but for some reason it is not happening. I cannot continue with this heart break, it is killing me inside. However, I have to face the facts and know that this is just not in the cards for me. I still hope for you and pray for you to come into my life. I will not give up but I know I need to take a break for a season. Until we meet, know I love you and I cannot wait to be your mother.

To another month

2012-01-26T20:03:00.003-05:00

So, to my surprise I went in for a follicle check at day 10 and I have one egg measuring at 21. So, tomorrow is the day!!! This actually surprised me immensely because it seems so early to ovulate on day 11. I also see a great blessing of following the promptings of the Holy Ghost. When I was scheduling to have the follicle scan the nurse said that my doctor would not be in on Thursday but would be in on Friday. At first I said yes I would like to do it on Friday then I had this strong impression to do it on Thursday instead. Man am I glad that I listened. My visit at the office went well today they gave me my shot today and I am feeling great. I came home and told my husband to rest as much as he needed today because I am really counting on him tomorrow.

Now on to how I am feeling emotionally. Yes, I am excited but not getting my hopes up to much. I have learned to look at it this way, insemination is only bettering my chances. I feel like without insemination it is a lost cause. I wont lie though I have been brain storming names today. If it is a boy I know without a doubt he would be Pierce Charles Edward. Wow, seeing that written out looks so royal ha ha ha. The girl name is a toss up I like Matilda (Tilley) for short or Adeline/Adalyn (Addey) for short. I am doing the "ey" spelling so she could have a tie to my name since I spell my name different. Anyway, I actually am being pulled more to the thought that if it does happen it will be a boy. Even though at this rate I will be happy with whom ever comes.

So, prayers are always welcomed even though hardly anyone reads this, I know I will be saying plenty from here to tomorrow afternoon.

Welcome Old Man Winter

2012-01-17T19:39:00.002-05:00

As A child growing I up I looked forward to every drop of snow we got. I think for the most part is was because I was blessed to have an awesome sledding hill at my childhood home. In addition to the hill I grew up in the country were snow drifts would be 5 feet tall. The memories for me are fresh in my mind. We would spend the day digging in the drifts making forts and making ramps on the hill. I am now happy to have children of my own to make memories of one of the best seasons. I know I might sound weird but I love all things snow. I still get to take my children to my childhood home where my parents still live. Even though I live in the city now the kids and I are still making memories. They enjoying jumping on the trampoline with the snow piled up and who doesn't love diving into the snow to make snow angles? So, I am happy to say welcome to Old Man Winter. Oh and another positive is getting great pictures of the kiddos in the pure white background.

Resolutions

2012-01-01T20:16:00.003-05:00

As the year 2011 came to an end I almost had this sense of guilt come over me. I could see my lack of motivation fall to the wayside. I believe this in part is do to my desire for another child. All I could think about was this little baby that I wanted. I would sit and google baby names and their meanings, write them out on scrap pieces of paper. While letting all my motivation go and the addition to drugs that made my hormones go crazy I gained a significant amount of weight. I could not believe how good I looked when I did the half marathon in May 2010. Now I am back to the same Abbey before I started to train. 2011 allowed for many fun memories of course most all of them included my children. I enjoyed my last moments at home with Rossi before sending him off to school. Annie grew into more of a firecracker and I am enjoying every moment with her. So, with this little brief or background on my feelings about 2011 I would like to state my goals for the 2012 year.

For the year of 2012, I am going to turn my thoughts closer to the Lord putting my trust in Him. I am still going to continue to do fertility treatments but I am not going to let it control my every moment. I will know regardless of the outcome that it is His will and not mine. I will pray daily for strength to get me through this test in my life. While this is one of my focuses I know that I need to be HOME more. I also realized that in 2011 instead of being home doing the things that I needed to do to "keep" my home I would run the other way. I spent the last day of the year getting my house clean so I could start with a clean slate for the 2012 year. My biggest example of a clean home was my friend Katie. She always seems to have this great schedule and every time I see her house it is most always kept. So, maybe the underlining solution for me is to have better time management. So now I am going to list the things I feel need to be included in a daily schedule: 1. morning personal prayer 2. scripture study 3. morning prayer with the family 4. exercise 5. shower 6. one on one time with each child 7. 20 minutes a day to spend with my husband 8. 1 hour of house work 9. personal time for myself which means start reading again 10. Have better quality dinners, with this being said make out dinner menus like I use to do. 11. Have evening prayers with my family plus scriptures time. 12. Have my bedtime prayers

13. get at least 8 hours of sleep. No more staying up being stagnant on FACEBOOK when I can be sleeping. 14. Write down at least one thing you loved about each child for the day.

There it is, I am not setting goals to lose weight but I am wanting to get into a better mental state. So, I think if I can do this other things should fall into place.

Here's to a new year and starting over.

Sorrow

2011-12-23T22:06:00.002-05:00

For those of you who dont know me or talk to me often will most likely not know what I have sorrow over. My husband and I have been struggling to have another child. It has been two years and nothing. We have started fertility and with the first month of insemination a fail I have to once again pick myself up and put a smile on my face and carry on.

Many people will say, "Oh you have two children you should be grateful for that." Let me put this out here I am eternally grateful for my two healthy children everyday I see them I am reminded of the constant love that surrounds me. With that being said it doesn't take away for the heartbreak of the child that I feel is missing from my heart. I know some may think how is it possible to have heartbreak for a child that never was but it is. I know it is not the same as a miscarriage because that is even closer to knowing a child was there in you and is no longer there.

I feel as if there is this sweet little spirit waiting to come into our home but the longer it goes with nothing happening, the further away I get from that feeling. It has been two years and nothing and I usually dont tend to be a quitter. However, I feel like my body and emotions can only handle so many pills, shots and let downs. So then I start to question myself am I really meant to have another one or am I just trying to force something that is not meant to be? With prayer and reflection I feel like I have gotten an answer that it is meant.

Then of course I get the when it is on the Lord's schedule. Yes, I agree with that too I know however that we need to use medical help to get there too. So, I dont want to push anything that is not in His plans but I do feel strongly that it is meant to happen some day. So, do I continue with the pills, shots and many doctor visits until something happens?

With all this sorrow it has shown me what joy can come. I truly feel the love of my Heavenly Father even in my darkest times I could feel is gracious love. I could feel His love through the hugs of my husband and children. I could feel His love through the my mom's voice on the other end of the phone. I could feel His love through the comfort of my friends smiles and occasional hugs. I could mostly feel His comfort knowing that I had this large support group praying for me and lifting me up. In my little existence in life I can say that I feel truly blessed to have so many people to lift me up.

As with my sorrow I also came to the realization that there are so many other people in this world that have it way worse than me. So, I am guessing when you start feeling bad for yourself maybe you should seek out others to serve even if it just to offer up prayers for those that you know are having a hard time. I could not think of a better way to serve others. Just this week alone I found out about a friends divorce and another's mom who is at this moment at the hospital undergoing breast cancer surgery.

Another thing that has brightened my spirit is knowing that I get to celebrate the Saviors birth. How lucky are we to live in a country that allows to worship freely. I am so grateful that I get the chance to know Him and strive to live by His example and deeds.

More to the kids

2011-12-23T19:21:00.004-05:00

This picture was taken the night of Ross' school performance

Ross,

Here lately you have been lighten up my days. I have been struggling emotionally lately and your sweet spirit has lifted me up. One day we were leaving to go somewhere and as we were getting in the car instead of you getting in first you said, "After you my lady." I had to start laughing because you were so serious. So of course I had to get in the car before you.

Another thing that I enjoy is our little walks to the bus stop. We always have these great little Ross talks. Like this week we were walking you proceeded to say, " I have a job now Mom, so now I can get married!" You then went on, " Yeah so Skylar and I's job is to tell teachers when children aren't being safe." I then said, " So the teacher put you guys in charge of this?" Your answer was, "No, we made up this job." I then said, "Rossi this is not a job you shouldn't be telling on children."

I also love how you get so excited for things. Just this week we went to Chuck E Cheese and you said, " I am so excited I have bunnies in my stomach!" Instead of butterflies.

Another proud moment as your Mom is when you told me about how upset you were with your gym teacher for knocking over your cups. That is a whole different story. I contacted your teacher and he told me that he would talk to the gym teacher for me since the principle never called me back. After I went to the office to stress my concerns I got home for you telling me that you were no longer mad at your teacher. This was because you told me that you guys had a talk and made things better. I was so proud of you for being so big and expressing your feelings all by yourself without the help from me.

This week as I said was a hard week for me emotionally and the night I realized that once again I wasn't pregnant, you snuggled me on the couch. I held you in my arms and you feel asleep in my arms. Before you fell asleep you told me that even if we never had another baby that you would always be mine.

I love that for some reason whenever I am down you and your sister both know how to brighten my day.

I am truly grateful for the sweet boy that you are and that you were sent here to be my first born son. You are an amazing little guy.

To my precious Annie,

How much could a mother love her daughter? That can only be answered when you become a mother yourself to a little curly haired curl with as much spunk as you.

Everyday I spend with you brings more joy than the day before. It is the little moments that I cherish the most. I love watching you skip around with your little frizzy curls. I love to snuggle you at night as you are spent curled up in my arms, especially when you are sucking your "sucky fingers". I also love to watch you grow in knowledge, you can master any puzzle that is put in front of you. You also do an incredible job at coloring, you will spend the day coloring "softly" as you like to say.

One day this week we were walking out of the "library" a.k.a the recenter, there was music playing and you stopped in the middle of the parking lot to just shake your tush. I was cracking up because you were oblivious to all the workers outside of the center who were laughing at you. I love most of all how you march or should I say dance to your own beat.

The new thing in the house is tushy slapping in the house, you will jump at any moment to slap someone in the rear. This mostly started between you and your dad but has now turned to a family affair on most occasions. It actually brings a lot of laughter into the home.

Yesterday, I was telling you that you needed to clean up so Santa could bring you presents. You then said, "He doesn't have to leave me anything because I dont like to clean. You are only a day away from Santa visiting and your room still doesn't look that great but at least you tried.

You are also a night owl. I keep thinking that maybe naps should be ousted but they are such a benefit to me in the afternoon. However staying up until midnight is not okay either. What to do with you? That actually seems to be a topic of conversation between your father and I a lot. We know that you are cute and so do you. You use this to your advantage on a daily basis. This especially holds true when I am trying to get you to go to sleep and all you want to do is come out to give me one more kiss. How could I resist?

Anyway, my bright eyed girl I love you so much. You and your brother have made my dreams come true. You are everything I wanted in a girl and more. I love you so much my dear Angel May!

Love Mommy

Letters to my loving children

2011-11-20T19:49:00.004-05:00

My dear children,

It has been awhile since I have written to you guys in your journals and I have realized that recording it this way might help me do it more frequently.

Rossi,

It has been such a crazy past couple of months, you have started kindergarten. To be honest your first day was a holy nightmare, your teacher was not a dream come true by any stretch of the imagination. I was so excited to get you all ready in your clothes of choice. You were truly excited to got to school in all your decked out Star Wars attire. I think you were all butterflies, one help was that Reid was put in the same class as you. However, that didn't last long which given the first impression of your teacher who could blame Katie for pulling him out. Needless to say your teacher was more like a rule enforcer and less of a teacher. To me it was the biggest let down for your very first day of school. To back track a little on the whole school thing, it was a Friday that they tested you on what you knew. You did an awesome job, the teacher could not believe that you never attend preschool. Because you did so well they put you in this K/1 split which explains the whole teacher thing. I just don't think she was designed to teach kindergartners . When we got into the room she never once acknowledged us parents in the room, she just got down to business and started telling everyone the rules. I left the room in despair I was so heart broken that I just left my baby with someone that I have never met. The follow weeks were pretty much the same, the only benefit is that I made friends with one of the mothers in the classroom. We used each other as supports to endure the huge disappointment of a teacher and experience that we were dreaming of.

As luck would have it the district decided to make a third kindergarten class which got you moved out of her room. This at the time was hard on you because regardless of my feelings of your teacher I kept my feelings to myself. You were happy with the teacher so I never said a word about her, you actually took the move to the new room hard. Thank Heavens your new teacher was incredible and made your transition easy. This is his is first year teaching so I am sure you guys will always hold a special place in his heart. I am thankful that you have him as a teacher he is very warm.

It is also wonderful to me to see your mind grow each and every week. I cannot stress to you how important and education is but trust me when I tell you that no one can ever take your education and knowledge from you. I just hope that you will always strive to do your best.

We had your teacher conference last week, you did very well. I got to listen to you read a book which made me one proud Mommy. You also got to share your journal entries with me. I loved the detailed drawings that you made and the story that went with it. When Mr. Carlson asked you where you got your ideas for all your pictures, you replied, "My brain!" While we are on your conference one thing you seemed to have as a strength was math. I would have to say that you get this from your daddy. He has such a bright mind.

You make us so proud, I think the thing that I am most proud of is you are a kind obedient boy. You were the first child in your classroom to get all ten hole punches for being a good example in following the rules of the classroom. This allowed you to get a choice from the class treasure chest. This is actually not a surprise to me, you have always been the type of child to walk the line.

There was a time when you were playing with your newly bought Legos and you realized that the age recommendation was ages 6 to 10. You said, " Oh no Mommy I am breaking the Lego Law."

I love you so much and thank my Heavenly Father every day that he has blessed me with you.

Love

Mom

To my little girl,

You brighten my day on a daily basis. I cannot believe that you are three years old. We have had quite an adjustment with your brother going to school. Everyday you will ask me, "Mommy, tomorrow are we going today?" Which means what are we doing tomorrow. Ever since your brother has gone to school we have kind of slowed down. We still do the split preschool which you love to go. We are actually working on reading, so I kinda think you may be reading by the time you got to school. I actually get excited to think that I get one more year with you before school. I treasure this time with you immensely, I enjoy the fact that on most days we have no where to go so we get to do puzzles, dress up and coloring together. One thing I enjoy the most is when we take the time to take naps with Daddy. I seriously love getting that time during the day to just take a nap with you sandwiched between us. On the other hand I actually like when I get that two hours a day when you are napping to get things done.

Have I told you how much I love your sweet personality and spunk all rolled into one? You have finally warmed up to not "haten kissin's" no more. Sometime I question rather you have come from the south when you pull out your southern charm. I also adore the fact that you will continue to say my name until I answer just to tell me that you love me.

So, last week I spent a whole day painting your new bed I swear it was a labor of love. I absolutely hate painting but you were convinced that you were going to have a purple bed. So, I knew I had to delivery and give you the bed of your dreams. I believe the thing that got me through it was having you by my side thanking me every five minutes for making your bed. It made it a lot more enjoyable. Kinda made me think back to my days as a child when I would sit and watch my dad do things.

Speaking of your gratitude you always make sure to thank me for things. For instance whenever I make a yummy dinner you will say, "Mommy, thank you for making me dinner." However, when I make something you don't like you are always not hungry anymore. Another fun is when you tell me that your stomach wants to eat that.

You are such a joy to be around and might I add a very girly girl at that. A couple of weeks ago you told me that you wanted boobs, I tried to smooth it over and tell you that you did. That did not work because you wanted big ones like mine. I just started to laugh while your brother said, "This is why I want a brother."

Anyway, my dear baby girl I will write more when you say something off the wall funny which happens daily so I hope this writing online will help me be more frequent.

I love you,

Mommy

Annie's New Bed

2010-09-01T12:42:00.003-04:00

So Annie needed a new bed, so I got creative. My sister gave me a mattress that was taking up the floor space and I couldn't handle it. I just kept think what can you do with that space wasting under there. So the pictures below explain it step by step.

First I got free milk crates from the recenter, next packed can goods along with other foods around the crates, placed a backer board that was left over from a project from many years ago on top to protect the food. After that I put a shear on top to cover the food and last I put the mattress on. Oh and the sheet was $2 from a thrift store. Needless to say I was pretty tickled with the bed or should I say my second pantry.

The Newest Member

2010-06-27T21:23:00.003-04:00

So, while I was at work on Thursday my friend Amanda had this little kitty follow her to the center. Me being the softy gave in and welcomed this little stray. The children absolutely love her. Rossi calls her Sour. So, I guess she will be our little "Sour Puss"

Almost a Year heres an update

2010-06-19T22:40:00.005-04:00

So, here are some random things we have been up to. I also realized that the children have changed so much so I figured I would update it if anyone looks at my blog. Rossi looks and acts so grown , Annie is looking more like a toddler and less like a baby. I have been so busy with my babysitting and rec center job. Thinking back I stopped blogging when I started working there or maybe it has something with Katie moving back. I however realized that it is great way to tell the world about my children and my life. Plus, it is a great way to see what your friends are up to.

Rossi with a play gun, he is your typical 4 year old boy into good guy bad guy play.
We have had many trips to my friend Autumn's parents house and there Rossi learned to ride a 4wheeler.
My Mom and I took the kids to VA Beach to visit my cousin Lindsey.
Me and Annie, she is a hand full but very precious to me.
Ross and Rossi with Reese.
We took a mini family trip to the indoor water park by our house.

This was the day of Annie's birthday. I love this picture.
The last two pictures are just for showing off my babies.
Annie is wearing this headband because she thinks its "pretty"

I have been enjoying myself for the past year. I have discovered that it is great to be a mother but also great to find yourself, this past year has been one of those years. I feel like I have become more spiritual which you cannot go wrong with that. Having personal time to pray and study your scriptures can truly help you through your day. I have enjoyed working out with my friend Katie at 6 am every morning rain snow or ice. That is how I survived the winter. It also help me train for the half marathon we did in May. Reading is becoming something I am starting to enjoy. However, I now know why people get so mad when people make movies out of books, it is because the movie never does the book justice. Anyway, this is my little update maybe my next blog won't have such a big break.

Random Things

2009-09-18T20:48:00.007-04:00

The march on D.C., my friend Autumn talked me into this and I am sure happy that she did. It was a blast and made thankful for my right to protest even if the president flew to Minnesota, so he wouldn't have to be there to actually see that there were 1.7 million people that didn't agree with him.

Okay so this was a nice painting idea that turned into body painting. You can always count on children to take it in a whole other direction. Rossi is a monster here. Doesn't he look scary?

Annie is the one that started the body painting.

The kids in the box from the toilet that I installed by myself. I am still excited about that.

A church dance where you were suppose to dress from decades ago. My husband is supporting the nineties.

The children enjoying a dance with daddy.

This is Rossi dancing with Ellie. She wanted to dance with him so bad, he gave in for a moment then he realized that his leg hurt so he took off running. You have to laugh about that. I am sure one day he is going to be knocking on her door for a date.

Me (i was trying to pull off the 70's) I think I had the wrong dress for the era but It was cute and cheap from a thrift store. It was vintage. My friend Autumn and Katie both nailed the 80's.

The kids showing us their food. Rossi took me seriously that is why you only see his plate.

Uncle Colin stopped by on his way back to Utah and took what I was hoping for was a good family picture, this was the end result.
Family night at the zoo, I got to take my niece Josie and my nephew Gavin. It was a blast.

TBDBITL

2009-08-05T13:06:00.005-04:00

Okay so thanks to my wonderful employer they got me tickets to see the OSU marching band. Tom was nice enough to not only get me tickets but he also reserved me a table. Since my husband and family were unable to go I got to take some of my friends. Okay so when I say Tom reserved me a table I mean we had the best seats in the the place. It was kind of funny I don't know how many times workers asked us if we a had a table in the area, lets just say we probably looked out of place. We were the only ones in the area with children. Anyway, I had an awesome time and it totally got me pumped for football season.Trying hard to get a picture by the sign but it was the end of the night. I didn't realize that Rossi pants were undone.

I love this picture. I am so happy that Katie and her four boys are back.

The Rehl's.

At the end of the night they put of fireworks. The kids loved it!!!

I love Ross and Reid's faces in this picture.

Ross took the camera and snapped these two pictures of Parker and Ellie. Not to bad since it was pitch dark.

Here the Drum Major took the kids to do script OHIO and I wanted Rossi to run but he told me no because he was "in the marching band" He took this very serious.

Look at how close we were to them.

Rossi is all smiles.

So, is Grayden cute or what? Oh yeah the other boys are too.

Even though my husband couldn't be there I had some pretty cute dates.

Funtimes in July

2009-07-25T17:08:00.006-04:00

We have had a fun time this month. We went to the picnic with the pops, Maryland, and to my grandpa's house. This is at the picnic with the pops Rossi made himself fit right in with this group of kids. I will be honest this little guy is already drawn to older girls. That is why I took the picture. What am I to do?

Let the dancing begin.

They first did activities. Here is the art activity.

Playing the violin. He looks like a natural.Face painting or arm painting.

Thanks to Jacob's Dad I was able to enjoy this outing. It's nice to have friends in high places.

Parachute fun.

Ellie and Autumn got to come along since my husband wasn't feeling well. Can't let a perfectly good ticket go to waste. We had a blast with them.At the beach in Maryland.

I love this picture with my little girl.

At Great Shisler's house and in his rebuilt Dodge truck. Its a beauty.

More pictures of us in Maryland.Meeting Little Ethan was a treat.

Happy birthday and blessings

2009-07-04T16:07:00.003-04:00

Okay so this week I got to celebrate my last birthday in my twenties. Can I just say that this has been one of my best birthdays since I can remember. To kick off the whole celebration I have this wonderful friend, Autumn who tagged around with my at an antique store three weeks prior so I could pick out my present. It is the wardrobe pictured above. Then on the Friday before my birthday Autumn had a Dutch Oven dinner and made me a poster and had balloons up . And the best part was her daughter Ellie so excited to be giving me a "birthday" party. She made me a cute present with a yellow bow. It was so nice of her to do that small kind act. Then on Saturday I got to pick out a new mailbox that I have been wanting for at least 2 years and that is what my mom got me. I know you are probably thinking a mailbox but I am practical and that is what I wanted. Plus, on Monday my wonderful in-laws sent me a beautiful card with money so I bought a zoo pass that I have been putting off. I had a wonderful day on my actual birthday too. I got to go to a free movie with my children and Jacob, plus Holly and her seven children, plus Mary Ann and her daughter. It was wonderful we took up an entire row and had four buckets of popcorn. Thank Heavens for the free refills. The whole day was filled with kind acts of others. My friend Bylle brought me wonderful cookie bars and a beautiful card. My friend Amanda brought me these to die for brownies that I was wanting my husband to make but she made them instead. This was so kind given both of her girls have been running fevers for days. Katie also brought me this darling dish bottle with pink dish soap in it and cute pink rubber gloves all tied together with a pink bow. One nice thing is she came during nap time so I got to visit with her for awhile. I felt bad when Bylle stopped by because I was having my daily power struggle with my son so I couldn't visit. I think she understood. Anyway, the day was just filled with many people calling to wish me a happy birthday. Heck, I even got a phone call from one of my childhood friends at 9:45 at night which woke me up to wish me happy birthday. As for the blessing part in my title, I just saw this as an opportunity to show how very grateful I am to have such a wonderful family and to have such wonderful friends that took time to remember my one my day. It made me realize that I need to do a better job at remembering them.

Welcome back Smith's

2009-06-28T09:11:00.002-04:00

We are so excited to have our friends back. I honestly think I have spent more time with Katie since she has been back than before she left. Anyway, we are happy to have them back. I still find it hard to believe that they are back but I am very grateful.

Annie's 1 year pictures

2009-05-23T09:55:00.001-04:00

These pictures were such a challenge. She was moving no stop, I am surprised I got one good picture out of it.

Vacation

2009-05-21T20:19:00.006-04:00

Okay so it didn't seem like much of a vacation. Since, we spent the entire time with a stomach virus. Little Ross was sick for two days throwing up while he spent the rest of the days with diarrhea. We however managed to spend one action packed day at the jump yard and going out on Lindsay's parents speed boat. I managed to get sick too, so one day Ross and his dad took little Ross to D.C. so at least he got spend some time out. I will say that I enjoyed visiting with my sister-in-law Lindsay, I got to take her to her Doctor's appointment then she treated me to lunch. It is always nice to have some girl time. I guess the only bonus of the virus we spent a fraction of what we were planning. Family pictures always a challenge but these seem to have worked out.

Ross with his girl. She is so in love with him.

He is so much like me it is scary, he is my little sidekick.

Me and Lindsay, she is so much fun. We spent an entire day just talking, that was wonderful.

At the museum with Daddy.

Okay so this is Lindsay's parents house and it absolutely gorgeous. It backs up to the bay.

Yeah so this is the back. I love that walk out basement.

On the boat, It was fun. I just loved how Annie fit in this life jacket.

Rossi was so excited to get onto the boat. Love this picture.

At the jumpyard. this place was so nice we were the only people there. So it was like we were having our own little private party.

Ross and I even enjoyed the big slide. By the way I got rug burn from doing that.

All in all, it wasn't a bad trip I just wish we could have seen more. Thank heavens for Colin and his projection TV on the wall and for introducing us to the show Chuck. That is how we spent our sick days. Fun times!!!

Another Happy Birthday

2009-05-08T23:15:00.004-04:00

The three Ross'
Daddy's little girl
Us going on a date!!!
Him with his boys, both pictures.

Having a little bit of fun with Rossi

Having the kids help blow out the candles is now a tradition in our home, I need to upload the ones from this year. They are too cute.

These are just some pictures of Ross over the past year and I was just wanting to show him off in all his many faces especially the one with the purple teeth. I am sure I will pay for that one. Ross is now three decades old and still cute as can be to me. We had a wonderful day celebrating his big day on Saturday with Annie. Anyway, I just wanted the world to know that my sweet husband is now 30 years old.

Happy 1st Birthday Annie May

2009-05-07T15:18:00.003-04:00

What a difference a year makes. I cannot believe that Miss May is already a year old. Can I just say how much we love her. She is such a wonderful addition to our family. Sometimes I still find it hard to believe that she came to our home. She is all girl with the toughness of a boy. But then again who said girls aren't tough. I am still surprised that I cried at the idea of having a girl. I am so grateful to my Heavenly Father for sending me this beautiful girl inside and out. Annie May Happy 1st Birthday we love you!!!

Almost Like the Real thing

2009-05-06T18:54:00.004-04:00

So we headed to the Spring game and had an outing with Rossi. He was so excited. He could not wait to go to the "OHIO" He was so happy to march to the bands music and see Brutus.

One extra surprise, I ran into Connor one of the little boys I babysit. So he got to enjoy his time with him.

This was a picture that Rossi took.

This was before the game, I told him he needed socks so he grabbed the first pair he could find.

Just a note on the game there were 95,000 people at this game and it was just a scrimmage. How crazy is that?

How to eat a cheesball...

2009-04-27T21:48:00.002-04:00

without getting your hands dirty. Rossi was done getting his hands dirty from the cheeseballs so he washed his hands and put plastic sandwich bags on his hands and dug in.

One of the GUYS

2009-04-27T21:33:00.004-04:00

Annie just loves being with all the boys, she maybe little but she keeps up.
Here she is leaning up against Connor sharing his cheeseballs. In the bed tent with all of them.

Connor kissing her hand.

Pinning down Caleb.

Hanging out in the dog cage with all of them too.

She is such a little trooper I think I may have my tomboy!!!!

What to do when the rain just won't stop

2009-04-27T21:13:00.002-04:00

One thing is to bake cookies. Rossi is the master egg cracker. I could never get one of those fancy mixers because Rossi would be out of a job. He loves to help me bake.

On this rainy day I hung a curtain shear from the ceiling fan and it turned into a house, spaceship and a tent. Their little imaginations went wild.

Or after all the rainy days surrender and let him wade in it. He had so much fun. The funny thing is he dressed himself and went for it. I think he had enough of the rain and just wanted to play outside.

Its been awhile

2009-04-14T18:48:00.008-04:00

This is Easter Sunday, Annie is wearing one of my bonnets from when I was little, I loved this picture.

Okay so I have missed you all in the blogging world but my time has been really busy. I have found a new interest that is keeping me busy besides my own children and the ones that I watch. That interest is reading I know that is surprising but I have found that I enjoying reading from an author that has been dead for almost 200 hundred years. In the past month I have read 3 of Jane Austen's novels and I am now working on the forth. I am a little slower since my childcare has picked up. But that is okay with me too, since it is getting us that closer to being out of debt. Anyway, the past two months have been a blast. Rossi is turning into such a big helper and growing more independent by the day, he now makes his own jelly sandwich's, and Annie is as busy as an eleventh month old can be. I know it is hard to believe but I think she is busier than Rossi. One cute thing is how she keeps up with the big boys. One blessing they are great with her. Anyway, I put some pictures of the most recent events and for some reason I am have some problems with the format so I am sorry for that.

Easter egg hunt at my sisters house and my nephew helping Annie.
All the little ones getting ready to go!
The only Easter picture I got of the two.
Annie is now helping with the laundry. By the way Rossi is now helping with the loading of the washer he is so big at helping me.
I loved this one because she is standing on her tiptoes and look at those legs.
This was my girls night that I had, I was in desperate need of some girl time. It was nice to have them all over for a sundae bar. I also loved having Rachel and Jen over because it game me a better chance to get to know them. The whole day I was a little sad because I kept kicking myself for not doing this when Katie was still here. I knew she would have loved something like this. Maybe I could crop and paste her in the picture but it wouldn't be the same.
The Sundae spread everyone brought an item.
We did our Easter baskets on Saturday because Ross had to work on Easter day and I was going to Dayton.
Rossi was such a kind big brother he made sure Annie had plenty of eggs of her own.

The best part of Easter was the FHE we had the week before when we taught Rossi about the Resurrection. I got two rocks one being the tomb and one being the rock rolled in front of it, he had fun rolling the rock across the living room. The best part of the night is when he told his daddy the story. I think it was a success. Hope everyone had a wonderful Easter and you are all enjoying your spring.

Annie Overload

2009-02-24T22:56:00.002-05:00

Okay so these are just some of her 9 month pictures my computer is acting up so I can only post these. Once, again these pictures turned out great, the only down fall the Target that I have been going to since Rossi was 3 months old is closing and they are not opening a new photo place at the one they are building down the street. That makes me so sad because they do such great work for not a whole lot of money. Anyway, these are some of my favorites. I think the reason we got so many nice pictures is because her big brother was on hand to help out. He also joined in on some of the pictures but I cannot upload them right now. That was a sight because he had no shoes or socks on, a messy shirt and messy hair. They are cute but I was not ready to buy them.

A little bit of Annie

2009-02-24T13:14:00.003-05:00

Here she is trying to drink from daddy's pop glass. By the way we would never actually let her drink the pop. I am so inlove with her sweet little face.

She loves sticking out her tongue.

Okay, so Ross thought this was mean but I have pictures of Rossi at the same age doing the same thing.

Don't you love it when they fight sleeping?

That is my girl, she loved the chocolate pancakes.

She is now pulling to stand and is now trying to stand in the middle of the floor. She is a mover which I am sure is normal, it is just hard for me since Rossi didn't walk until he was almost 17 months old.

Self-feeding is always a treat.

Just a cute dress that my mom got her. At first I was unsure of it but I think she was too cute.

The last four pictures are some of her many faces that I adore.

I cannot believe that I was ever nervous about having a girl. I am so in love with this little girl.

Its Official

2009-02-24T12:54:00.003-05:00

Its Official I am a garbage digger or dumpster diver, I saw this frame and it was screaming my name to save it from a life in the landfill. So, after picking Jacob up from school I jumped out of my van to its rescue. At the end of my hall I had this iron hanging and just thought the frame gave it a different look. So, you tell me how does it look because Ross wont say anything, I think he is embarrassed that I took it out of someones trash.

Heritage

2009-02-04T13:27:00.002-05:00

So, here is question for you all, Do you believe that you Heritage has anything to do with the way you are now? I remember I had to do a project like this in college and I found out that I am very German. They say Germans tend to be bullheaded, outspoken, hardworking, CHEAP, and family oriented. I would have to say after the battle I had with my brother in-law this weekend over an outdated baby carrier, it was obvious that we were both stubborn Germans. This argument got so heated that his poor wife had to step in. I guess I just have been thinking about this a lot because Ross has no German in him and he is the opposite of me along with the rest of his family. I just find it amazing that we found each other and we are so right for each other. Another note that I find humorous is that all of Ross' siblings married people from German backgrounds, I think, I will have to hear from Lindsay on that. Anyway, I am just rambling on but just wondering if anyone else thinks that their ancestry has formed whom they have become.

a little bit of everything

2009-02-04T13:03:00.003-05:00

Okay so January was way busier than I thought it would be, maybe I am just trying to keep myself busy so I don't have to come to terms with the new president. Anyway, I have been enjoying the snow but I am more than ready for a warm up since my street is a skating rink. So here are some pictures from the busy month: Annie Just being Annie, I may have posted this one before so sorry if I did.

The snow we got last week, I was not going out in it so I brought it in. Rossi enjoyed building a snowman and painting it.

This is a blind from our Patio door. He made a ramp for his cars. He is so handy.

Eating the snow, I had to make sure he didn't get any yellow.

Pool Party last week. I was desperate to keep this guys entertained so why not pull out the old swim trunks?

Rossi has always loved the snow, he is just like his mommy. I use to live in the snow maybe it was because of my parents sledding hill.

I was playing with the settings on the camera and got this shot of little miss. She is now pulling herself up to her knees. She is one busy little girl.

For some reason the boys love having "parties" in the bathroom and I am never invited. The good thing is Rossi soaks the floor enough in the week that I don't ever have to worry about it being dirty.

Gentle GIANT

2009-02-04T12:55:00.003-05:00

Okay, so a lot of people say that Dobermans are very Gentle. Maybe someone should have told Baxter that, Reese has been in a cast for the past two weeks because Baxter rolled over top of him crushing his back leg. With the amount of money we have poured into this little guy, I could have had another Bulldog. That is okay though because Reese has the sweetest face. He is do to get it off next week, I cant wait since the cast drags through all his potty and it stinks.

WHAT TO DO?

2009-01-28T20:27:00.002-05:00

Okay, so I need the help of all you star parents out there. What do you do with a three year old that screams at you all day long? Sometimes I try to step back and look at the situation and see if it is something I am doing. I know I raise my voice with him that is my job, right? When I say raise my voice I mean firm. I am at a lost, with what to do with him. I know they say parent out of love but when I try that I feel like I am being a push over. I know that Rossi and I are pretty much the same person just different bodies. So maybe that is what it is. I would like to think that I am a pretty easy going Mom, I try to give him an environment rich with activities for him to mess and be creative. However, as soon as I try to tell him no, he just lashes out at me. Ross (husband) keeps telling me it is just his age, I feel that if you don't correct the behavior when they're younger than it will only get worse. The part that breaks my heart the most is I spend most of my day correct or arguing with Rossi, that sweet Annie just falls to the side. And this breaks my heart because she truly is the sweetest baby I have ever met. She just crawls around and claps and giggles whenever anyone talks to her. I need some helpful advice. Anyone know Super Nanny?

NOW WE ARE REALLY CRAZY!!!!!

2009-01-23T14:08:00.002-05:00

Okay, so after all of our other dog mishaps, we did it again we got another dog. After, great debate we got another Doberman. He is a red which I think he actually looks like a chocolate lab. He is beautiful. Ross and I went back and forth on names. He wanted to name him Gunnar and I wanted Chance because I said he is our last chance for a second dog. We went with Reese because he looks like a peanut butter cup. I know that probably sounds corny but it fits him. So his full name is Reese Chance.

Keep in mind Baxter is still a puppy look at the difference in size. Baxter is only nine months old, Reese is eight weeks.

Rossi is in love with this little guy.

Even though we have a little puppy, Baxter is still my lap dog.

Kids do the darndest things

2009-01-20T23:00:00.004-05:00

Caution: The first picture is a little gross!!! But hey Rossi cracked his first egg. I was in the living room and he came running and told me to come and see what he did. I came in to the kitchen and couldn't believe my eyes he was mixing everything in our frig. I asked him "is that an egg?" He said "Yes" I then asked "Where's the shell?" His response "In the trash" I was blown away he managed to crack an egg and not get any shell in his mixture. His recipe in case anyone wants to know: Corn starch, baking soda, water, cinnamon swirl cereal, grapes, chips, egg, BBQ sauce and Tabasco sauce.

Wearing my shin guards now that I am playing or should I say almost dieing on the field.

This was a fun activity corn starch and water. He added his cars which was a perfect representation of the snow outside.

Okay, so Annie has turned into a little giggle box. She is laughing and smiling from sun up to sun down. Here she is cracking up at her daddy. She has started clapping her hands now too.

Here Rossi Built a helicopter, I was pretty impressed. I helped a little with the top but he did the base all by himself.

I had to keep Annie on the other side because she likes to get into her brother things.

Curls

2009-01-20T22:49:00.002-05:00

Okay, so I never thought in a million years that I would be so excited to have a little kid with curly hair. I think it is because of the torture I went through as a child and I never wanted my children to go through what I did but after seeing Rossi's curls after a bath I am in love. We took these pictures a couple of weeks ago, we have now cut his hair. I hated to see his curls go but they were getting our of control. We just need to find a bigger setting for the clippers. Anyway, just wanted to share the after bath curls with everyone.

I think these two pictures are my favorite. His personality shines through.

Sunbeam

2009-01-08T15:00:00.001-05:00

Jesus wants me for a sunbeam, to shine for Him each day. In every way try to please Him at home at school at play.

Are just a few of the words of the song but I cannot believe that little Ross is a big sunbeam now at church. He still seems so little to me but I had to dress him up like a big boy since he is in Primary. Oh and I couldn't let Annie not be photographed in this darling little dress. She looks like a little doll.

O-H-I-O

2009-01-06T09:19:00.002-05:00

Okay, so as sad as we all are I wanted to post the pictures of my little Buckeyes. My mom got Annie her first cheerleader uniform so I wanted to make sure I captured the moment. Plus, little Ross always looks good in Scarlet and Gray. That all being said can I just say how heart broke I am for our Buckeyes. Did anyone else see the pure determination in those boys last night? I told Ross when they scored their last touchdown that they looked like they were playing Buckeye football. Dang the last two minutes. Anyway, I am glad that it wasn't a blow out like everyone was saying it was going to be. Our boys deserve a lot of credit for the four years that they put in. Here's to next year. Oh, yeah COME BACK BEANIE!!!!!

Merry December

2008-12-31T19:28:00.011-05:00

WOW!!! What a busy month, this is the first time I have sat down at the computer in the last 3 weeks. So I hope everyone had a beautiful Christmas.

Starting off the month Rossi wearing ovenmits as shoes. Annie's First cookie, she loved it in case you couldn't tell by the chocolate on her face.

Another dog but she went back to many issues that I could not handle. She was a darling dog. Just had no control of her bladder. The day after I took her back Annie started crawling.

Brooklyn was her name she was a Rot in a bulldogs body.

Annie just being dang cute in her Daddy's arms.

Rossi helping himself to the applesauce.

Look at how many spoons got dropped in there.

Annie's cute winter gear that my mom got her. She is such a doll.

Christmas with my siblings. My mom out did herself again!!!

My nephew, Colt with Annie. He loves babies and they love him.

Rossi could not wait to dig in.

My nieces with Annie, Bri, Kyra, and Josie.

Opening presents.

Annie was happy to just lay in the paper and chew on the bath toy she got.

Rossi got a cool sleeping bag to go with his bed tent.

The Shisler family party. This is Annie pulling Aunt Karen's hair.

My Nieces again.

Rossi with my Dad.

Playing BINGO.

In the bed tent.

MY Christmas present from my mom. A whole new bedding set. I love it!!!!

Christmas Eve PJ's

Look at what Santa Brought

Ross' parents and sister and her husband came for Christmas. This is Rossi with Uncle Bob, his real name is Rob but that is what he kept calling him.

Annie enjoying her Brother's cars.

My Oh SO COOL sweater that my husband bought me as a gag. However he lost the receipt so Now I am stuck with this ugly sweater. All I need now is a festive turtle neck to go with it.

Rossi has a cool festive shirt too. However, it is cute on him because he is three.

Rossi with Grandpa Ross. See any resemblance?

Rossi did not leave Uncle Bob's side the entire time. He is a pretty fun guy.

Annie with her Grandma Edward.

FHE: This was at Wildlights on Monday. It was a zoo I have never seen the zoo like this.

Some nice guy took our picture.

Anyway, this was my busy month. I hope everyone enjoyed celebrate the Birth of our Savior as much as we did. Have blessed and beautiful new year.

Santa!!!!

2008-12-08T12:28:00.003-05:00

Okay, so I would have to say this was the best year for Rossi to see Santa. He was so excited. He waited so patiently to see him. However, as soon as it was his turn Rossi ran up to Santa and gave him a big hug. Annie was a little less than thrilled. She did give him a smile and of course our camera was delayed, we didn't get that picture. The only thing that stunk was Rossi saw Santa go into a room and saw a man come out. So, he wanted to know where Santa went. We had to tell him out the window. So then he combed the church looking for him. I think he is adorable but then again I am his mom.

November one busy month

2008-12-03T19:37:00.010-05:00

First stop the dentist. Rossi had his first check up and it didn't go all that great. Dr. Sharples is an awesome dentist and did great at trying to get Rossi to open his mouth. All I know is he has all is teeth and his bite is pretty good. The visit must have had an impact because now he tells everyone he sees that he went to the dentist and he didn't open his mouth.

Second stop: Carriage Hill, this cool little place is in Dayton and it is free and fun. It is an old 1880 farm with Animals, an indoor play area, and a penny candy store. It is worth the drive.

Here the boys are playing with the old fashion kitchen area.

Amber holding Annie.

Here they are playing with the wood block area.

Third Stop: Lunch with Mammaw, Aunt Lolo, and Josie. After Carriage Hill I ventured up to my moms work and had lunch with all the kids, my mom, Lora my sister, and Josie my darling niece. It was actually a really nice lunch and the boys were on their best behavior.

Forth Activity: When the weather is really cold give your child washable markers and let them go to town on your tub. This kept Rossi busy for hours.

Fifth thing for the month: Annie is everywhere now. Here she managed to make it under her dresser. The feel of two children is finally starting to settle in now.

Next: Annie's first goose egg mixed with a little shiner complements of her brother. It was an accident however if he would have listen to me when I told him to stop hitting the blocks over it would have never happened. She is going to be and is a trooper.

One of the biggest highlights of the month: The OSU Michigan game.

This is Annie wearing the fun hate I wore to the game. You can never start them to young!!!

Before the game, I took my mom she was more than excited. It almost seemed like a dream.

Here we are outside the shoe. It is such a glories sight.

Now we are in the shoe. Can I just say anyone that is a Buckeye fan has to experience this game. I have been to many games but none of them even compare to the feel in the stadium as this game does. It is so much more than a game. I completely forgot that my feet were freezing. It was such an awesome experience.

I thought this was pretty cool every time we scored our Military men did push ups. They must have been tired after 44 no wait they are in great shape.

Here the team is coming on to the field what a sight. I was sad too because it was senior day, I know I sound crazy but I got a little teary eyed, you get attached to those boys after four years.

This was seriously one of my life dreams and I am so happy that I got to share it with my Mom. I was hoping that I could have went with Ross but his work schedule did not allow it. I think my mom is very grateful to Ross, when we got home she went and gave him a big kiss and hug while he was still sleeping.

Next: Rossi just being Rossi and putting his animals to work.

Here are my two silly kids Annie woke up from her nap and Rossi jumped in with her. This is what I found when I went into her room. Oh and yes she is sleeping in a pack and play because she is moving to much and she was getting tangled in her bumpers and getting her legs stuck between the rails of her crib. I am just playing it safe and I don't want anything to happen to her. She actually sleeps better.

LAST STOP: Thanksgiving at my Aunt Amanda's

This was the last picture taken can you tell how tired my babies are.

This is my Uncle Tim giving Annie her first set of Bunny ears.

Here Rossi is wrestling with Colt his cousin that he loves dearly.

Can I just say that Annie ate more food than her big brother. This is the face she was making because I was not feeding her fast enough.

This is the traditional lunch line. We are big eaters, I hate that Thanksgiving is only once a year.

Here the kids are with my Grandpa, I just love him so much and I am so happy that he is still here. He got sick over the summer and it was pretty scary. Anyway, I am just happy that my children will get to know their Great Grandpa.

Okay so I know most people have desserts on Thanksgiving but I feel that my family takes it to the extreme. We are such sugar junkies that is probably why most of us develop diabetes in our older ages.

This is my sisters pumpkin roll, it is to die for.

Another picture of all the goodies. My Aunt makes the best cookies. I am in charge of the puppy chow my nephew and cousin were pretty much licking the bowl.

Just another picture for fun.

Christmas Pictures

2008-11-30T20:32:00.004-05:00

Okay so we ventured out to Target to get the good old pictures done and it was a nightmare. We got some good shots but it was like pulling teeth. The photographer was not that great. She missed so many moments when the kids were being the cutest but that is okay. It didn't make it hard to choose since I didn't have that many choices. So here they are: This is the first good family picture. I believe it was the first one she took.

The dress Annie is wearing was my first Christmas dress. I wanted a lot more of her in it but by this point Annie was done. Hence the purple "Baby" in the picture. It is darling in black in white.

Rossi was naughty the whole time this is him sneaking in the back on Annie's pictures.

Annie sat like this for 5 minutes and the girl manged to only take one picture of her.

Another attempt at the family picture Rossi was not wanting to listen, can you tell?

Yeah, Angel made this picture that is Rossi's blue dog.

Can I just say I love this picture. I just love those faces full of cheeks.

Love this one too.

Rossi's only picture.

Second family picture, I ordered this one.

I loved this one too, and ordered it for the parents.

I managed to get this one free because I had to come back because it was taking so long and I had to pick up Jacob. Yeah, to good customer service.

I just loved this one too, however I never pay for the special features.

Heartbreak all over again!!!

2008-11-28T20:00:00.002-05:00

Today somehow Winston managed to open our SIX FOOT gate and disappear. It happened yesterday too, however I managed to get him in time because of Baxter's quick warning. By the way Baxter did not leave the yard. My heart is breaking, I have been all over the neighborhood and to the shelter, posting pictures on craigslist, lost dog signs around the neighborhood and no such luck. I am so devastated, mostly for Rossi because he doesn't understand. He told me today that Superman would find Winston. So if anyone out there sees our little Bully please let me know.

Here's, JOHNNY

2008-11-12T21:19:00.002-05:00

I just wanted to update some of my Halloween pictures. Little Ross was such a hoot when we went trick or treating. He would sing Cash for all the people that wanted to hear him. He even managed to get an extra handful from a bunch of Capital girls. They said that it was the best costume they have seen all night. Yeah!! I don't think I will be able to top it next year. This was the best picture I got of both of them together.

This pictures says it all!!!

How scary is this???

2008-11-11T13:59:00.003-05:00

This is Little Ross at about six months. This is Annie at six months.

I bet it is hard to imagine what she will like like at year.

Just for laughs!!!

2008-11-11T13:53:00.004-05:00

Okay, so I find this humorous. Little Ross thinks it is fun to put the marker caps on his fingers and act like a super hero. However, I find it funny that the green marker on his nostril matches his snot.

Half a year already?

2008-11-11T13:43:00.004-05:00

Can you believe it she is already six months? She has changed so much, one thing that still remains is her super sweet personality. I could just eat her up. She is such a blessing to have in our home. I still find it hard to believe that this calm little spirit came into our home. I just love her so much.

I just love her smile and those big old BLUE eyes.

Welcome back, Bully

2008-11-11T13:19:00.003-05:00

There are so many silly antics about a Bulldog and we are so happy to have another bulldog in the home. We had no idea that we were missing so much until Winston came into our home. Yes we changed his name to Winston.

Here are a few of the things we were missing: the cute little wiggly butt, the snorting which sounds like a pig, the snoring which is always calming, the drool, big wet kisses and the pure laziness. Sounds like a dream Huh?

Little Ross is a little confused, he keeps calling him Lilley. He is so excited to have him in our home. The best thing little Ross can go near Winston without the fear of him getting his arm ripped off.

One thing that we didn't miss the stink of the bulldog which is displayed below.

Baxter was a little unsure of him but now they run for hours in the back yard. What a relief!!!

How cute is that face?

Am I Crazy or What?

2008-11-07T22:58:00.002-05:00

Meet Jasper, for those of you who know me getting rid of Lilley was the hardest thing I had to do. I have been wanting another Bully so bad and I happened to be on graigslist and look what I found. Lilley only it's a boy. I am so excited, the previous owner is bringing him to me tomorrow. The crazy thing is Ross and I were just talking about how we wanted another bulldog but just didn't have the 2 grand to drop for another one. The best thing is Jasper is still young that he shouldn't have the dominant issues like Lilley did, plus I won't spoil him. Another bonus he is fixed and UTD on all of his shots. Plus Baxter will have a playmate. What a blessing, I hope!!!!

Go Vote!!

2008-11-04T11:08:00.000-05:00

So these past couple of days I have been so sick, I think my nerves are shot. I feel like this election is kind of like the OSU USC game. We already know what the outcome is going to be so can we just get it over with. I went bright and early this morning I was standing in line at 6:10, yes I know the polls didn't open until 6:30, I was just wanting to make sure I beat the crowd. It wasn't to bad , I only stood in line for 45 minutes after the polls opened. Can I just say I know I was the only one there casting my vote for McCain. There might have been two other people, I hope. It is just sad to be the only one standing alone. Can I just say how much I cannot stand to see Obama's face, just yesterday someone left a sign on my front door and little Ross pointed it out. I ran out and ripped it up, it made me feel a little better. I just feel like this man is being jammed down my throat. The sad thing is my three year old asked me today why I ripped up BakObama. What how does he even know who he is? He even tried to put it back together. I am just very sad about this whole thing. I am sure many others are too. Maybe McCain will surprise us all!!! We can only hope. I usually don't express my feelings but I just feel that Obama is a wolf in sheep's clothing and it just makes me sad, that people don't see through him. Anyway, the polls have not closed yet, so go Vote only if it is for McCain.

Annie's First love Interest

2008-10-27T23:08:00.000-04:00

This is little Caleb, One of the little boys I babysit.

How cute is that, they are holding hands.

Pumpkin Pickin'

2008-10-26T23:08:00.000-04:00

Second step: Pick the right one up!!

First step: Kick the pumpkins

This was so much fun, muddy but fun.

Pretty in Pink

2008-10-24T23:08:00.000-04:00

Okay, so who doesn't love a girl in pink? I just loved little Annie's Halloween's outfit.

Already learning to point her toes!!!

Little Ross was Johnny Cash but I am still waiting for Ross to upload those pictures.

This was the night of Trunk of Treat at my church.

Happy to You Rossi, Take two

2008-10-23T13:08:00.000-04:00

This was Ross' family Birthday party. It was so much fun, I just love being with my family. It is so nice that they live close enough to enjoy these moments with him. I am so happy that he is able to have the same memories that I had growing up. I think big Ross is starting to see that it is nice to have family close by.

Okay this was one of my proudest moments, I made a firetruck cake that actually looked like one. Opening the presents always a favorite.

Rossi with Andrew and A.C. (Cousins)

He was so excited about his cake.

However, when everyone started to sing to him, he covered his face.

These are just a few of Ross' cousin, they are all from my side of the family.

A.C., Brianna, Josie(holding Harley), Andrew, Rossi and Kyra.

Its been awhile

2008-10-22T23:08:00.000-04:00

On this day I decided to let the boys play in the leaves. However, we do not have any trees that lose a lot of leaves. So, I decided that I would do a service project and do my neighbors. However, I think she probably thought I was crazy. I just started to rake her leaves, hind sight, I probably should have asked first. Anyway, the boys had a blast and I got a chance to meet my neighbor across the street. By the way she was okay with it.

Little Ross being a dog, again. We had to put his water and cereal in a dish .

Yeah, Annie fond her toes!!!

This is fun stuff that Rossi got from Ben's Birthday party.

This picture cracks me up. I told Ross to keep the Red Eyes because that is what makes the picture.

Baxter, the giant

2008-10-10T21:08:00.000-04:00

This is what I saw when I looked up from the kitchen window. Yes, that is our patio table.

He is becoming such a BIG part of our family.

Happy to You, Rossi

2008-10-08T19:05:00.000-04:00

To explain the title of the blog. When ever Rossi sings the Happy Birthday song, he says Happy to You, so I thought that title was perfect. This little party was thrown together in about four days, since we were on a road trip for two weeks. I just didn't want his day to go unnoticed.

The two boys that I babysit which are his little buddies. Shooting silly string across the living room. Every boy got a turn and thought it was a riot.

The M&M Diego cake, his big cake is going to be a fire truck for the family birthday.
Daddy picked out the best present, a dinosaur that walks and roars.
We had so much fun decorating the night before, we even decorated ourselves.

Decorating their own cupcakes. They all did such a good job.
Ross' friend Thad from church.
His other friend from church, Ben.
It was crazy with five boys and two babies but it was a blast. Thank goodness Jenneen and Delinda stayed. Ross also had the day off so it was perfect.

Litte feather

2008-10-06T23:08:00.000-04:00

Here is the story of our little feather. This feather got stuck to our van while we were at the Smith's. They jokingly asked us how long we were planing on keeping it on the van. We said until it fell off. Well this little Feather was quite a trooper. It held on all the way to New Mexico at speeds of 80 MPH. It held on the whole time we were in New Mexico. However, the little Engine that could did not make it back to OHIO. We lost it somewhere in Oklahoma.

Last stop, New Mexico

2008-10-04T23:10:00.000-04:00

This is Ross' sister's house. It is an adorable little Adobe.

Here Ross and Boone are fixing Unlce Jake's bike. Baby Levi enjoying the fish at the aquarium.

The boys building with "Lincoln Logs" It was cute until Emily warned me of Black Widows and Scorpions in the wood pile.

Annie just being Annie.
At the Aquarium. Boone and Little Ross jumped right into this water feature. It was cute but probably not appreciated by others.
How much do these two look alike?

More "Lincoln Log pictures"

Aunt Emily with Annie.

At the lake, Big Ross and Uncle Jake Kayaked up the Rio Grand from this lake. I was so jealous.

I just love taking pictures of Annie. She makes it so easy.

First stop, the Smiths

2008-10-04T23:08:00.003-04:00

It was so nice getting to see Katie and all four of her boys. In what little time we had to be there, we enjoyed every moment. I don't know who had more fun me or little Ross. The highlights of the trip were taking walks every morning with Katie, hearing the boys laughing and giggling together again, Spencer's omelet, Easter dinner, making Annie's stocking, ordering steaks to go, thrift store shopping, and good old Mexican Food.

My pictures are not in order. Here the boys are enjoying a good old refreshment.

This is the reason why we made the trip to their house. EASTER dinner.
Take note in these pictures Ross was actually protecting Annie from Grayden.(Even though he was no threat) The third picture is the first one I took, see how calm Annie is. Then look at the progression of her face by the time I got to the picture above.

This was the night we left. I loved Parkers face in the picture below. This is one of my favorite pictures of the three.

I liked this one because Parker and Reid are making the same faces. They must be brothers!!!

Annie enjoying a good round of bowling.

This was so much fun. I would have to say one thing that made it most enjoyable was bowling with the Sexy Beast.

This picture got mixed in with the bowling pictures, but I love it.

This was the face little Ross pretty much had the entire time we were there.

New site

2008-09-19T15:08:00.000-04:00

This is for all of my thrifty friends that like a good deal on kids clothes. My Mom stumbled across this site and I do mean they have cute stuff for cheap. They have four piece outfits for ten dollars. It is discounted up to 70% off.

The site is: www.thechildrenswearoutlet.com

Ligths On

2008-09-17T23:08:00.000-04:00

Can I just say how thankful I am for electricity!! You never know how much you love something until it is gone. So I know that everyone else lost their electricity too and it made me start counting my blessing and realizing how unprepared I was for a huge power outage. Thank goodness for the help Autumn. She was one of those fortunate people that only lost their power for less than twelve hours. She was kind enough to lend me coolers to bring my food over and store it in their extra frig. What a wonderful blessing. Then each day she welcomed me into her home so I could eat lunch and do laundry. She is a lifesaver to say the least. So with the power outage it made me start counting my blessings and here I go:
*I am thankful that I only lost electricity and not my entire house like the people in Texas.
*I am thankful for gas hot water heaters, at least I got to take a hot shower.
* I am thankful for what little light candles give off, I never realized I was afraid of the dark until now.
* I was grateful to see the kind acts of others. That being, people in my neighborhood reaching out to help the elderly and helping cleaning up huge limbs and trees.
* I am thankful for dishwashers
* I am thankful for garbage disposals
* I am very thankful for cell phones. It was my life line this week.
* I am thankful that it was a very cool week.
* I am thankful for all of the other electrical people that left their families, to come help us out.

Anyway, I would have to say this was the longest I have ever went with out electricity. I thought the ice storm was bad, I do believe we went longer without electricity this time around.

Sounding Off

2008-09-13T23:08:00.003-04:00

Okay, so I have already turned the TV off and have stopped watching the game. All I have to say is what the heck!!! Okay, did anyone else see how much better the offense looked with Pryor in the game? Stupid, Stupid Mistakes again!!! I understand that Beockman is a senior but come on what is going to help us win this game or even make it a little close. Tressel did the same thing with the Texas game three years ago when we lost. In a way I am quite relieved, now the pressure is off of us. However, I hate that everyone in the country was right that we were "over rated". One thing that I do hate is how hard critics are on the Buckeyes. Do they forget that those are just young men out there playing their hearts out. Oh, and don't even get me stared of Kirk Herbstriet. Did he forget where he came from? I wish I could send him some non-fan mail that would get to him. Anyway, with this all being said, I still love my BUCKEYES and always will. Hey at least Michigan lost today too. That makes the day a little brighter. We can always hope for the Rose Bowl. Lets just hope, its not against USC again. I think they are my second most hated team, right behind Michigan. Anyway, O-H-I-O.

bonnie's GIVEAway

2008-09-04T14:57:00.004-04:00

My friend Bonnie is having a giveaway. Check out her blogspot and see what it is. You can reach her blog through my site. HURRY!!!! before time runs out. Keep in mind she is one cool lady and she gives out fun stuff.

Go to your Spot

2008-09-04T14:57:00.002-04:00

Those are the words we use with Baxter, when we want him to use the potty in his own area. (Thanks Katie for the idea) Anyway, yesterday during the football game little Ross told me to tell him "to go to his spot" So, I played along with it, he has quite the imagination. So, when I went outside after him, he was dropping his pants to pee in his spot. All, I saw was this cute little tush in the air. Yes, he was on all fours peeing like Baxter. Trying my hardest not to burst out in laughter I got him to pull his pants up and told him that we use the toilet.

OH CRAP!!!!

2008-09-04T14:57:00.001-04:00

Oh Crap, seems to be the phrase spoken around my house here lately. For some reason my son finds humor in saying the phrase. For instance, yesterday he spilt water and said "OH, Crap" and then let out a long sigh. He also peed on the toilet and said it. I have no idea were he got it from, my mom however told me that I say it. I do? OH, Crap!

My new job

2008-08-25T13:55:00.004-04:00

I am so happy that I am able to have a real friend with Rossi to play with now. Here Jacob and him were taking turns being a dog. Take note they are drinking from bowls.

This was a nice sensory activity gone in a major different direction. See how they are playing so nicely, just look a few more pictures down and see what happens.
Yes, only my son would be the one dumping it on his head.
Look at the smile how could I get upset. It is all about the process!
Jacob being the dog now.

Painting the fence.

Or the car.

The trip to the zoo.
Ross dumped sand all over Baxter, I had to vacuum him off.
After all that Ross was thirsty.

Annie's Three Month Pictures

2008-08-25T13:46:00.004-04:00

All I can say is how cute is she? I had so much fun doing these pictures, she is such an easy baby.

I am not dead, just busy

2008-08-21T12:41:00.002-04:00

So my life has been very busy these past couple of weeks. I have taken on a new old challenge and that is taking back one of the kids I watched when I was pregnant with Annie. Let's just say things are so much better this time around. The little boy I have now has since been diagnosed and I now know what to do to help him. The crazy thing is he is actually helping little Ross with many things. I have learned it takes a lot of patient with these little guys. They are getting turn taking down and I have also come to the conclusion that they need to keep on moving. My first day I thought I was going to die of exhausting but I got through. While, taking care of Jacob, we have managed a trip to the zoo, a trip to Sam's Club, a trip to the vet and the doctors. Wow, now I can see kind of what mothers of multiples go through. Another challenge is if one person has an off day the whole group does. I am just happy that I am able to help this little guy out. It is challenging because I know I have to always be on my toes around him, but it beats going back to work. It is definitely a full time job. Once Ross gets a chance I will post all the fun pictures of my new adventures.

Happy 1st Birthday LOGAN JAMES

2008-08-18T00:09:00.003-04:00

Sweet Baby Logan came into the world only weighing 1lb 2oz. He was the third triplet born to my cousin Lindsey. Jacob Allen and Katie Maye were is older siblings. Jacob lived for only an hour after he was born and Katie lived for three hours. They were to little to be helped. This was a moment in my life that I don't think I ever cried so much in my life. We got to hold them and love them for the very short period of their lives. They were a true blessing from Heaven. They will never be forgotten.

Logan had a long and trying journey ahead of him. He fought many near death situations. There was even a time when they called in the family to say their goodbyes to him. This was a week after he was born and I will never forget the feeling that came over me when, I was comforted by the Spirit and I was told that he was going to be all right. Thank Heavens for the doctor that came to his rescue and said lets try this drug to see if it works. Well it worked. Logan still had many trials ahead of him and he beat them all.

Logan you truly are a miracle and you are so loved. You are a testimony of prayer!! Happy Birthday my sweet little 2nd cousin.

The day after he was born

This is his daddy, Kenton.
This is his mommy, Lindsey.

Look at him now. He now weighs 17 lbs.

Lindsey bought this sailor outfit when she found out she was pregnant. I love this picture.
His first day at the beach.
I just love is happy face.

Happy 27th Amber

2008-08-14T00:00:00.000-04:00

I just want to introduce to everyone my best friend Amber. She is turning 27 today and I thought she would like everyone in the world to know that. I just wanted to share my thoughts about her with everyone. She is the type of person people are just natural drawn to. She is one of the most caring and devoted friends I could ever ask for.

She moved into our small town in seventh grade and I instantly became her friend. I knew I wanted to be her friend little did she know that she would be stuck with me for the rest of her life. We have been through many of lives many trials together. I remember being there to listen to this sweet hearted eighth grade girl tell me about her mom fighting cancer. Heck I even remember being there or not when she needed a place to stay when her Dad was a way. I say this because when we were in high school there would be days that Amber would stay at my house even if I wasn't there. I think that is just a little hint of how well she was welcomed and loved in my home.

Even though we lost contact for a few years after high school, when we reunited it was like we didn't even miss a beat. I am so thankful to still have her in my life. She is my link to the past and I think she understands and knows me the best. Anyway, happy birthday Amber, you truly know the true meaning of friendship. Thanks for always being positive and there for me when I needed an ear to talk into. I love ya!!!
Good old high school picture.
More recent pictures of us with our little ones.
Little did I know but I was pregnant in this picture with Annie.
She was even in the room when Annie came.

Spring Break Picture.

Graduation Day And another thought, her inner beauty matches her outer. I know that may seem corny but it is true.

How Cheap Are You?

2008-08-07T18:47:00.002-04:00

Okay, so yesterday I got to practice how cheap I was. We ventured out to the zoo with the new little boy I am watching and afterwards big Ross was starving. He didn't feel like eating my packed lunch of good old PB and J's. So I mentioned that there was a Culver's near by. He thought that sounded good because they have the BEST burgers. I told him he was getting a kids meal, he thought I was talking about little Ross. I said "No, because the kids meals are really big, plus you get custard with it all for under $5. So when I pulled up to the window I order a kids cheeseburger with everything on it with a Mt. Dew to drink ( I swear these people probably thought I was the worst parent) then I asked for an extra cup to divided the custard because it was for two boys, then to end the order I asked for two free waters." They were even kind enough to split the custard up for me. Now that is what I call a deal, Big Ross got the drink and burger, the boys got their treat, and I got the fries and water. I know I have managed to do cheaper things in my past but I thought this one was pretty good.

More Baby Drama

2008-08-04T15:02:00.000-04:00

This was Sunday, he insisted that Baby and him needed a tie like Daddy!!
This is him and Baby having a juice box. I told him to not really open but just pretend. The following picture will show how well, he listened. This is what I came out to the living room too.

Baby in the Cage.

Baby in the exersauser.
Baby needed to swim too. Rocking Baby.

Baby can even be cooked.

Just Annie

2008-08-02T15:02:00.000-04:00

I feel like my blogs are mostly of Ross, but I do take pictures of Annie. I love her in this outfit, so I needed to get pictures of her in it.

Look at those big old eyes!!! I could just eat her up.

My little athlete

2008-07-31T15:02:00.000-04:00

Ross has really gotten into sports. We are playing baseball here, even though he is wearing a bike helmet and using a tennis racket. Hey, whatever works. One funny thing he has come up with is saying "Glove It!" instead of "Catch it" This is all from watching one baseball game on the television.

Using the Swiffer

2008-07-28T15:02:00.000-04:00

Here Ross is learing that he can use the Swiffer.
He found the button.
Here I am telling him to stop pushing the button, hey that stuff isn't cheap.

Funtimes at the Park

2008-07-28T13:31:00.000-04:00

This is one reason why I like Ross working third shift. I get an extra set of helping hands in the morning.

Little Ross loved hearing his Daddy's voice on the other end.

Little Ross calls this part of the Jungle Jim "Diego"

The Baby Saga Continues

2008-07-27T13:37:00.000-04:00

Here baby is sick, so he is getting Cough drops.

Here he is riding shotgun.

Enjoying dinner in a play highchair, Ross set the table.
Here he is getting a "bath"

Funtimes in Dayton

2008-07-26T15:02:00.000-04:00

My mom loves being a Grandma.

After a long day, he cannot even eat the cheese crackers. (baby managed to eat one though) He fell asleep while holding the box.

Walks to look at flowers with his Booger, something I have always enjoyed with my dad too.

Preschool! Preschool! Preschool!

2008-07-22T20:46:00.000-04:00

Okay, so today I have been checking around for preschools or something of the sorts for Ross. I have soon discovered that they can be expensive. The best deal I have seen is the YMCA. Another problem I am struggling with his age. He is one of the odd fall babies that I think would not be eligible for another year. The thing is I know he needs something. I have been thinking of doing my own little thing out of my home but I want him to be away from me too. Any suggestions? One thing I was thinking that all my lovely talented blogging buddies might be interested in getting something going as a group, trades off or something. I know that some of the women are doing the Joy School thing but I still think he is too young for it also. Please, give me any suggestions or ideas that you might have for me. Thanks

Looking more Like Daddy Everyday

2008-07-22T13:04:00.003-04:00

Annie looks so much like Ross, it makes me sick. I guess it is a good thing that I think my husband is beautiful. Maybe one day I will have one that looks like me.

Wearing my High Heels

2008-07-22T12:57:00.002-04:00

One day little Ross will be so thankful when I pull these out for his future wife to see.

Feeding "Baby"

2008-07-20T13:46:00.001-04:00

Okay, so Little Ross is very attached to his blanket. He is so attached that it has a name and according to him it is a boy. So whenever he is eating, he will gladly give Baby some too. The funny thing he honestly thinks baby eats it. Little does he know when he is not looking I throw it away. Just today in church he got upset with his real friend Ellie because she kept taking Baby's food. He then hide the food under baby so she couldn't find it to take it from "him" I just thought this was something I could not let go undocumented. I just love his imagination.

Here are some yummy cookies and crackers.

Here he feed him grapes.

Cropped or Should I say Chopped

2008-07-20T13:46:00.000-04:00

This week we got Baxter's ears cropped. For some reason I had no idea they cut the ears. It broke my heart to see this, now I know why people don't do it. I know this is the breed standard but I would not do it again. He is still a cute little guy though, I am sure it will heal nicely.

Picture This

2008-07-19T13:46:00.000-04:00

So today I had the bright idea of taking my three little ones on a walk. My Friend Amber gave little Ross one of those orange Fisher Price cars, so he decided that he wanted to drive it, bad idea number one. Then I thought I will bring Baxter, he needs practice on a leash, bad idea number two. The only good idea was Annie in the stroller. So we start off down the street and Little Ross is Flinstone it as well as he can. Honestly, it took twenty minutes to get pass four houses. I should have turned around at this point but no I was determined to get in a walk. So we chug along with Baxter pulling in every direction. He then decides to take a number two, crap I forgot a bag. So I am trying to drag him so he would not go in someones yard, nope it was in someones driveway. I felt so bad, but at this time Ross is screaming because he doesn't want to push is car. Did I mention, since he was free to move about he had to stop and pick up every stick. So, we got to the end of our street and only had three more to go until we got back home. Lets just say there were many times when I was tempted to ditch the car and keep going. I even tried to wrap Baxter's leash around it so he could drag it, that didn't work because it just kept hitting me in the legs. I even encouraged Ross to push the stroller so I could push the car, that didn't last long either. However, when we got to the third street, the lady that lives behind us was out cleaning her porch, I asked her if I could throw the car over the fence into our yard because there was no way I could go anymore with this car in tow. She was nice enough to throw it over for me. So the third street was a breeze after that. Little Ross was anxious to get home so I kept promising him a flavor ice. So, he started to run and before I knew it he fell and scratched his knees. We made it home, with one scratched knee, two sweaty bodies, and minus one car. Just a side note Annie slept the entire time.

My Little Sumo

2008-07-16T21:46:00.000-04:00

Annie had her check up and she is one big girl. She tipped the scales at 13 lbs. That put her in the 88 percentile for her age. Little Ross has never gotten out of the 60's for anything. I am so happy that she is growing so well. However, she needs to slow down so she doesn't grow out of her summer clothes.

Annie's First smile

2008-07-10T09:09:00.000-04:00

Annie has started smiling and cooing at me.

I just love those little chubby cheeks.

Helping Himself

2008-07-09T09:00:00.000-04:00

First step: Get the chair
Step 2: Smile so you dont get in trouble.
Step3: Grab the knife and take the lid off
Step 4: Dig in and help yourself
Step5: Put the lid back on

2 months already

2008-07-07T15:43:00.000-04:00

1 month
2 months

Here are Annie's comparision pictures:

Sprayground!!

2008-07-07T15:37:00.000-04:00

Annie even enjoyed taking a nap on my friend, Bonnie.

The Sprayground is a free waterpark we have close by. Little Ross was a little shy at first but it took him no time at all to get going. They also have a playground near by. So, it provides hours of fun summer time play.

Annie May's Blessing

2008-07-06T19:46:00.001-04:00

Annie was blessed today by her Daddy, it was so sweet.

This is the best family picture, take note I think Annie is crying because she has us crazy people as her family.

Autumn's Cupcakes

2008-07-05T19:40:00.000-04:00

This was a nice little treat by Autumn. I thought they were so cute and thoughtful. The last picture was taken for her because I knew that would be something she would appreciate.

My Crazy Sister-in-Law

2008-07-05T19:35:00.000-04:00

I just love Colin's wife Lindsay, I swear we are so much a like it is scary.

Families Can Be Together Forever

2008-07-05T19:20:00.001-04:00

On Saturday July 5, 2008, Ross and I were sealed as a family for time and all eternity. It was Beautiful. I am so thankful for all my many blessings, that being my family and my ward family.

Happy Birthday to Me!!

2008-06-30T19:15:00.002-04:00

So today was my birthday and lucky me I got hit with Mastitis. I still tried to have some fun so here I am blowing out my candles. At least I got to go shopping before I got sick.

5 Years Already?

2008-06-21T16:53:00.000-04:00

Ross and I did it!! If we were a business we would be considered successful. We celebrated our 5 year Anniversary today. It was a nice treat, Bylle and Trent came and watched the little ones so we could go out. It was so nice of them thank you so much. We wanted to go to Joes Crabshack and to our surprise, there was a tire store in place of it. We settled for Champs. We then went a looked around Easton. Ross was such a good sport letting me go to what ever store I wanted. These are pictures from our date night.

These are pictures from our wedding and from the weekend we got engaged. Sorry they are all mixed up, I am still learning from this blogsite.

The Greatest Generation

2008-06-20T16:53:00.002-04:00

Today we got a phone call that no grandchild ever wants to receive, that is the telling of a passed grandparent. We knew that Ross' Grandpa Harvey was not doing well but we were holding on to the hopes that he would pull through. We were so sadden by this phone call, even though I only had the chance to meet grandpa Harvey at our wedding I could tell that he meant a lot to Ross. What Grandpa isn't? He was one of the nicest most genuine man I have ever met. I only wished that I could have got to see him more. He seemed to be your typical western man, wearing his cowboy hat and all. A couple years ago he wrote a memoir for his family to read about his childhood. You could tell by his upbringing he was a very humble man. He never mentioned but once that he was a WWII vet, I am sure he could have went on about that. The only thing he said about it was after he returned home from the war and he married his beautiful wife Eva. He definitely was a fine man and we are sadden by his lose and to the fact that little Ross and Annie never got the chance to met their GREAT Grandpa Harvey. He will be missed.

This is Ross and his Grandpa Harvey. It is one of my most favorite pictures.

Ross just Being Ross

2008-06-17T16:53:00.001-04:00

Ross loves this baby. He had to buckle her up.

Here him and Baxter managed to kill one of my flowers. I give up what do you do with two toddlers in the house.
Ross and I both took pictures of Ross hiding under the basket on different days without even knowing it.

Here he is cooking "worms, fries, cookies, and his baby" Those are his words.

He likes to eat like a dog now. It gets the food down. Spiderman is his new hero. Little does he know Spiderman does not have a cape. I still thought it was cute that he was using the bib as a cape though.

Ashley's Babies

2008-06-16T16:53:00.000-04:00

Katie, I went visiting Teaching and took my camera so you could see what her little ones looked like. They are so darn cute and very good babies.