Sunshine and More Big Sister Hugs!

Peyton is definitely NOT short on sister hugs! He even gets a brother hug from Isaac now and then. But it's the sisters that do most of the spoiling : )



Our day today is FILLED with sunshine!!!!! Wow!! I LOVE the sunshine!!! The sun shining on the breakfast table is one of my favorite ways to start the morning. And kids playing happily out in the sun is the best. We even did some school work out in the sun. Then there's the in-the-sun-watering-of-the-pregarden-plants, Chad's MANY garden plants. (Chad has done a spectacular job of planting and growing our garden before it was even thinking about being warm outside). And the weatherman says there's more sun tomorrow- thank You Lord for the sun!

Big Sister Hugs

These pictures make me smile!! This morning I came across these pictures from last summer and just had to post them. I think that when the older kids love on the little ones it's the cutest thing in the world. Especially when there's the squishing of the cheeks (middle photo). I know it brightens my day and I hope it does the same to yours.

He is Risen!

This evening was fun with the kids: they did their Easter basket/egg hunt inside (it was sunny out today, just not quite warm enough for outdoor festivities) and we read the resurrection story in the book of John. I really enjoyed talking with them about what Jesus did for us. It's amazing how much they understand. I guess I mean the older ones since Isaac declared it to be his birthday after finding the basket and eggs : ) Tomorrow we will be worshiping and celebrating Easter at church and then on to the McFaddens for Easter dinner. And more egg hunts.

Many blessings to all of you this Easter!!!

Romans 6.9-11 ... knowing that Christ, having been raised from the dead, dies no more. Death no longer has dominion over Him. For the death that He died, He died to sin once for all; but the life that He lives, He lives to God. Likewise you also, reckon yourselves to be dead indeed to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus our Lord.

What happened to the rice?

Rice was part of our dinner this evening, and as we all started in on our food the following took place:

Brianna: "What happened to the rice???!!!"

Me: "Something happened to it. I'm not sure what I did."

Elisa: "That's okay, Mommy. I still like it."

SOOOO Sweet!!!

Chad: "I like it this way!"

A minute passes while everyone eats...

Kayla in a sweet voice: "Do I have to eat my rice???"

Me: "Well, yes. It's just rice... it's just really sticky!"

I couldn't help but laugh out loud. I don't mess up rice very often, or maybe according to Chad, I mess up rice ALL the time : ) Either way, now I know that Chad likes his rice really sticky, in big glob form really. Elisa was so sweet with her precious comment, and her cute face just made me want to run around the table to give her a big hug. And I really have NO idea what I did to the rice.

"Boy, you have your hands full!"

So, I could bet 1 million dollars (ok, just lots of money) that someone at the grocery store will tell me that I have my hands full. Yes I do, I tell them. So, without fail, the very moment I walk in the door, a very kind, well-meaning lady stops in her tracks, looks at my 5 children and declares, "Boy, you have your hands full!!" I did have my hands full, but I have to tell you - we had the most splendid time ever today at the grocery store. Peyton and Elisa rode in the front of the cart (the front where I am pushing with great strain : ) and Isaac and Brianna rode in the "car" part of the cart, and Kayla walked along, crossing things off my list as we went (while adding imaginary things as well). They were as well behaved as they could ever be. We got through the store faster than I could have if I was by myself. Amazing!!

In other news, I'd like to ask for prayer for baby Stellan. I came across this family's blog through another friend's blog. Yes, confusing. http://mycharmingkids.net This is the link to read the latest updates (and the entire story if you want to take the time). Stellan is 5 months old and has been having heart trouble that can be deadly for a week now. Things are looking up, but he's still in need of all the prayer he can get. Much thanks!

Facebook Adventures

So, I must admit to my new addiction - Facebook. Can anyone relate? In my quest to become more internet savvy, I ventured into Facebook and now must strain to refrain myself from checking facebook every time I pass the computer (which is quite frequently since I pass it on my way to the washer and dryer). I have heard from a few out there that this will wear off - pheeeew! I hope it's true. If you are not on Facebook and are so inclined to open an account, you are forewarned of the addictive nature of such things. Now I must return to my household duties...

Summer '08 Photos

What fun we had this past summer. Oh, to have the sun out again like it is in the summer...

A few pictures are from Hilton Head, SC. We traveled with Chad's family - all his brothers and sisters were there. Matt and Alison traveled from Maine. The beach was lots of fun, as was the heated pool and hot tub - Isaac enjoyed the hot tub with Daddy and Poppy George.