my heroes

I used to wonder what I'd ever do with a boy.
Now I wonder how I could have ever been so foolish?
These boys save me every day.
They fill our home with laughter and fun and wrestling and running and jumping and energy,
and so much more that only a boy can give.
And I love them for it.

Super Cam

I cannot believe he's going to be 5 next month!
Time flies.
And so can he.

Dress-up is still the biggest pastime around this house.
And a superman costume is high on the list of wishes.

brothers

in every sense of the word.
This shoot was pure torture for them.
All 30 seconds of it.
But I love that we captured them with their beloved teddies.
And I love these boys, even if I am the newest member on their list of evil villans.

girl child

My sister is one of the most gorgeous people I know.
I think these only affirm my opinion.

Mama photos are so special.
So, who wants to do mine?! (:
{and Heidi, can I barrow your hair?}

Aren't they stunning.

my baby

I am filled with a contentment that makes me believe she will be our last.

My heart sings at the thought of her.
My arms never tire of holding her.
She fills our home with joy.
She is our lovely addition.
And God's promise to me.


I ache as each moment passes,
never to be reclaimed.

Happy Birthday

to my bestest friend!

there's no place like home

This place looks familiar.

http://dophkah.blogspot.com/

So glad to have some more of my fam on here.

It's about time!

the lake

We love taking the kids to the lake in the evening.

The summer has gotten away from us though,
and this weekend was the first time we've made it out.

We're hoping to squeeze out the last few drops of sunshine with a couple more trips.

Ever the clown:































Her first time seeing the water.
I think she likes it.














I can only imagine what he's cookin up in that little mind of his.

Oh, yes. Of coarse.
















The end.

tiny hero

he rescues me from myself
brings me great adventures
and shows me the beauty of our world
as only a child can

every.single.day.

Squeaky clean

Try as I might, I cannot seem to keep these stinkers clean.

We have dirt. Everywhere.

Daddy's been working hard on the yard, but there's a lot to do.

If the kids venture outside for even 5 minutes, they are in need of a bath.

One day last week Gwyneth had taken 3 before the day was over.

That's a lot of work for Mama.

Finally, I coaxed her into trying out the shower.

She loves the water, and squealed with delight the moment she stepped in.

Camden is an old pro and had to join.

That left Jude no choice.

He will not allow himself to be "outdone"

But he HATES water. (as you can plainly see) Always has.

He really tried hard to have fun, and even succeeded for a few minutes.

Then decided he'd had enough fun for one day and quickly climbed out.

I think it was a success, though.

They have all begged for a shower every evening since.

Even Jude.

Adah

how is it we ever got along without you?

your violet eyes

ever present smile

silly toes

constant babble

delicious chubs

& unequaled snuggles

you are the sweetest spirit I've ever known.

Gwyneth

my big girl. forever my baby.
my biggest challenge. and even greater joy.
a little fire. with a delicate soul.

her adoration I will never be worthy of.
but may she never doubt my love.

Sisters...

"What's your middle name?" I asked.

"Sissy!" She so proudly answered.

My cup runneth over.