Erin's 12th Birthday!

What a wonderful day celebrating my sweet baby girl growing up. Almost a teen. Wow! We're thrilled to see a beautiful heart for God. YOU GO GIRL! We enjoyed a day with friends and family.
We also said goodbye to our piano teacher of 3 years. Karli and her family are moving to TX with a calling from God on her husband, Jason, to be a children's pastor. We'll miss her but are thrilled that they are following God's calling on their lives. We pray blessings on them, the move and the ministry. We love you Karli, Jason, Haley, Abby & Olivia!

Mark & Mike

Mark had the privilege of meeting Mike Huckabee lat week. He even bought a guitar that Mike signed. An exciting morning.

Upward Basketball

Erin and Tommy played Upward Soccer this year. The first year for both of them so they had a lot to learn about the game. Both are excited to play soccer this spring and basketball again next year.
Erin's team.

Tommy's team.

Erin loved playing basketball this year and made a bunch of new friends.

Tommy had a great time playing basketball. It was his first year so he learned a lot about the game. Tommy also celebrated his birthday in February. Can hardly believe he's 8 years old. He's such a good boy. Love you Tommy!

Piano Recital

Erin, John & Tommy performed in a piano recital today. They all did wonderful! Erin & Olive Chase sang a duet together. Their voices blended beautifully.Many friends take lessons from the same teacher as you see in the pictures. We are so proud of them all!

Cereal anyone?

Jake decided he was hungry, grabbed the box of cereal and dumped it out before anyone realized what had happened. He was pretty proud of himself.

Fun in the Mud

With all of the rain what else is there to do but play in the mud. The kids had a blast. Now I'll really put that homemade laundry soap to the test.

Sammy Loves to Sing

Thanks to some very sweet friends (of whom I won't mention there names) Jack & Kim gave my kids a CD with some crazy old songs on them. The kids learned this one and Sam picked up on it quick. This one is for you Grandma Pam.

My Baby Girl turns 11

So hard to believe my girl turned 11 yesterday. She's beautiful and my sweetheart amongst all these boys. We are so proud of her; especially watching her serve Jesus at church. We pray for her future knowing that she loves Jesus; that she will always keep her eyes on Him! Even now as I write this I can hear her singing Amazing Grace, bluegrass style, while doing her chores. We love our baby girl!

Happy Birthday Tommy!!

Wow! 7 Years Old

I can't believe Tommy is 7 years old today. He's growing up so fast. Grandma Karen just told a great story on Tommy. Just this afternoon she took him out to buy a gift. After picking out his gifts he saw something that he knew Sammy would just love. He asked Grandma, "Can we buy this for Sammy if I put all these toys back?" Grandma was so proud that she bought him his toys and let him get a little something for Sammy. He even bought two of the same toy to share with John. We're so proud of you Tommy. Happy Birthday!!!! We love you!

Proud Papa!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY....WE LOVE YOU!!!

Happy Birthday Daddy!!!

Erin baked and decorated a special cake for her Daddy.

Mark being silly for the guys from church who meet for lunch every week. They bought Mark this lovely hat, necklaces and wand. The guys put this special picture on the screen in front of the whole church.
The kids and I joined them all for lunch on this special day.