Easter

A few pictures from Easter--such fun!

MG's Easter Parade. . . . She led the parade!
Bunny Cake-a family tradition
Thanks G. and Pops!

Happy Birthday, Little Man!

These are a little old, but I wanted to mark the occasion before it gets too far gone. We celebrated Sam's birthday in the mountains this year and enjoyed watching him be the center of attention. What a joy he is to us! We are so thankful that he is a part of our family. His easy-going nature and joyful spirit brighten each of our days. It's also fun to have our home filled with all things motor-vehicle related. His fascination with tractors, construction trucks, fire trucks, and trains has added an entirely new dimension to my life that growing up in a family of girls never provided. Thank you, Lord, for the joy that it is to be Sam's mom.

The excitement of a truck!
Sam's school celebrated his birthday too. They had me bring in pictures from each year of his life and did a little birthday tradition for Montessori schools. I got to participate in circle time singing and then stayed with the class during lunch. We then had Sam's favorite--my homemade cookies--for dessert. It's so fun to see him so enthusiastic about going to school--how fortunate we are to have him in a place where people care for him and try to know him so well.

We're Proud of Our Cats!

What an incredible season Davidson has had! After a few weeks of sitting on the edge of our seats while cheering on our team, a fantastic tournament run has come to it's end. No words can express the joy, pride, fun, and sheer excitement our family has experienced during these weeks. I hope to never forget these moments. I feel so privileged and thankful for the opportunity to watch such incredible basketball. It's also reminded me of all the many reasons that I love my alma mater so much. Thanks to the Wildcats for all their hardwork and determination! They represented our beloved college so beautifully.

OUR FAMILY'S PICTURES FROM THE 2007-08 SEASON:
MG's game-watching outfitTailgating before the Duke gameCoach K and Coach McKillop with the Davidson crowdMG and Jack by the Wildcat

Our Little Mary

Although this happened months ago, I really don't want to forget it. A couple of years ago, MG was fascinated with Mary (as in the mother of Jesus). At two, she would sit in one place for at least 30 minutes, pretending to be Mary. This was an everyday practice for over a month before Christmas. She was so excited this year when she got to be Mary (for real) in her school Christmas program.
MG as Mary at Two--This Christmas--Thanks to her fan club who came to watch the big show!

Things I Want to Remember. . .

It's been entirely too long, since I've added to this blog. Although the last few months have been very busy, I have very few pictures to show for it. Here's a start for some of the important times---

Cheering on Daddy with friends at his first 1/2 marathon--
Thanks, Sellners, for being a part--
Taylor and Julianna's bold fashion statement at our Christmas party--

Mommy and MG time at the tea house--


Christmas morning--




Christmas night in the mountains--
With a little snow!
A Visit with Mimi and Freddie--A trip to the aquarium-Not a great picture, but we loved looking at the fish and the penguins!

What We've Been Up To

We've had so many fun things going on in the last few weeks that I have been overwhelmed by the amount of pictures that I want to put on here. I'll try to recap. . . .

Thanksgiving in the mountains--
With the whole family
Sam mesmerized by the mandolin
On Thanksgiving, MG wore one of the sweaters and kilts that my sisters and I wore for several Thanksgivings. Here she is with her SaeSae.
Sam and Pops on the tractor in Pops' driveway.

Picking out a Christmas Tree at the Asheville Farmer's Market

Christmas Festivities
Every year, we look forward to our town's Christmas festival, as it seems to mark the beginning of the Christmas season for us. This year we loved riding a hayride (without hay!), visiting with Mrs. Claus, sitting in a fire truck, dancing to live bluegrass, running into friends, and of course the live nativity--MG's yearly favorite. We are so thankful for such a wonderful town to live in!
MG and Casey
With Mrs. Claus
At the manger
Putting Up the Tree
Thanks for the beautiful tree, G. and Pops!

Thanksgiving at School

On the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, MG's school always has a Thanksgiving program complete with a parade, singing, and a "feast" of chicken nuggets, green beans, applesauce, cornbread, and pumpkin pie. This year, MG's class got to dress up like pilgrims. They made their costumes themselves, and then marched in to sing their song, "One little, two little, three little pilgrims." MG did a fantastic job of singing and then enjoyed her feast with her friends.

Up on stage
Sitting with her friend Lexi
The Feast
MG with her teachers