My birthday weekend was quiet, which was a good for turning 31. My mom spent the day with me on Friday. Us ladies and girls spent a good part of the day outside in the sunshine.
Later in the day, we enjoyed a quiet adults only dinner:)
And Saturday we went out on the boat and finished the day with ice cream at the Dream Hut.
I am so thankful for my husband who loves me so unconditionally, 3 healthy girls and 2 wonderful parents who love me and each other. I am so blessed and looking forward to the days ahead.
Friday, September 20, 2013
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Four months
I love this girl!
She loves her hand and sucking her thumb. I am so thankful she is a self soother. She has slept through the night a couple of times but several colds keep interrupting her sleep. She is talkative, quick to smile and a big time Momma's girl.
She loves her hand and sucking her thumb. I am so thankful she is a self soother. She has slept through the night a couple of times but several colds keep interrupting her sleep. She is talkative, quick to smile and a big time Momma's girl.
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Out on Grandpa's boat
For Grandma Angie's birthday, we took the boat on the Illinois River. All 3 girls enjoyed the adventure, a first for my younger two. The last time the boat was running and water worthy was when Abigail was 3.5 months old (Tabitha's age!). We were all grateful that Daddy and Grandpa are so handy with tools (and bleach!! it needed cleaning...) to get the boat ready for a new season of adventures.
Rodney and his Mom
Angie's namesake barge "Angela K" floating by...
very happy girls with their daddy. Having a boat is so much fun!
Hannah swinging in, just in time for the picture.
Where is Tabitha?
There she is!
Loving the swing after our picnic lunch.
Grandpa's Turn!


Being "in" the water is even more fun!

And helping drive the boat is even more fun than helping drive the tractor at home.

Friday, August 30, 2013
Summer rhythms and routines
We've spent many evenings in the garden, eating ice cream at the Dream Hut and going for walks.
Last weekend we visited Milwaukee and Rockford before our weeks fill up with Fall routines.
I've enjoyed our quiet summer, adjusting to having another little one in the house, but I'm also excited to start Classical Conversations with Abigail, resume Awana, study Romans in CBS and have our friends in our home for Bible Study again on Thursday nights. Busy Fall here we come!
Last weekend we visited Milwaukee and Rockford before our weeks fill up with Fall routines.
I've enjoyed our quiet summer, adjusting to having another little one in the house, but I'm also excited to start Classical Conversations with Abigail, resume Awana, study Romans in CBS and have our friends in our home for Bible Study again on Thursday nights. Busy Fall here we come!
My vote for outside activity - the tire swing. It's much cleaner than the sandbox:) Yesterday, they both needed baths, as they were covered head to toe in sand.
The girls enjoy dress up almost every day!
Making friends with the statues at the library :)
Tabitha is "all smiles" and coos. Of the three, she has been my most chatty, happy infant. I think it's because she has two big sisters who talk to her ALL of the time. Now if only she would sleep better at night! I actually took this photo this morning on my phone. Can't believe she's already 3.5 months old. This picture also showcases Tabitha's blue blue eyes. We shall see if they lighten up like her big sister Abigail's.
Our first melon from the garden. Last year my dad bought us a melon at a farmer's market. I saved the seeds and voila! We only had 4 melons from one vine, but they were delicious!
We've processed SO MANY tomatoes. We have replenished our stores of salsa, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and spaghetti sauce. I have to confess that I'm rather tired of tomatoes. Thankfully, I'm not tired of mozzarella, basil and tomato salads. We've also enjoyed some sweet corn (the raccoons ate a large portion of it), fresh pesto, green beans, peppers, and broccoli. I've made 8 chocolate zucchini cakes this season. And our last plant finally tired of producing zucchini.
Thursday, August 8, 2013
Quiet moments with Dan and Helen
Dan and Helen spent a couple of extra days with us. We enjoyed long walks, time in the garden, and spending time outdoors. And in the evenings, we were up very late talking and playing games. It was a treasure to have some extended quiet time with my new sister in-law. I am very thankful for her. She is a considerate, thoughtful person. She adores my brother. And I truly think they bring out the best in one another. I'm looking forward to seeing what God is going to teach them and grow them as One.
Dan and Helen Reception - part three
Having an Aunt and Uncle who have lived in tents and seen the world has its perks. They're more laid back than mom. I'm kinda a clean freak and sorta busy with a young infant, so letting her play in the creek doesn't happen. Note how she's no longer wearing her dress. She asked for a change of clothes to play in the creek, covered in sand and dirt (which by the way I still haven't gotten out of her white leggings...). I thought she'd be getting her feet wet! If I'd known she'd be going for a swim, I would have put her in her swimsuit! Oh well, it was a perfect day to take a dip in the creek.
Handsome Daddy and sleepy girl supervising the sand throwing and creek swimming.
So thankful Joe and Jess were able to come over from Ohio! It was fun for Helen to meet some of Daniel's college friends.
Uncle Scott and Dan
Uncle Scott and Miss Abigail
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