The Big Cheese

On one of our family's four daily trips to the grocery store, MG found some cheese that she was interested in. It only costs $214--a true bargain!

Happy Birthday, Big Girl!

Today has been a great celebration of MG's birthday. We can't believe we have such a big girl! These years with MG in our lives have been a joy, a privilege, and a good gift from God. MG's enthusiasm and joy are contagious, and we are so proud of all that she is learning about herself and her world. She is a dear sister to her brother, and we are so thankful that she loves him so genuinely. We also love MG's honesty, care for others, and excitement for new activities. Thank you God for such a gift!

A special birthday donut
Troy and Gabriella made her day
Birthday fun at school
Free Cone Day with a Friend
We love you to the moon and back, sweet girl!!

Cheerleading Party

This weekend was great fun as we celebrated MG's birthday with G.G. and Sae. The highlight was MG's party with friends---appropriately related to our last few months, it was a cheerleading party. . . complete with some of our Davidson cheerleading friends. The weather was great, the girls were ecstatic, and we all loved learning a few cheers. Here are a few shots of the fun:


We love you so much, big girl!

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!