JCP pictures

When we were back in Sioux Falls for the 4th of July weekend, my mom and I took the kiddos to have pictures taken.  I was a little late in getting them done, but they did get done.  These are Julianne's 6 year pictures, William's 9 month pictures and Katelyn is 3.5 years in them.  We got lucky and they had the Harley prop bike there.  It was a fun time!

I love this picture of Julianne.  She looks so innocent in this picture!

Especially for Papa!  He is teaching his grandkids well.  They all love motorcycles!

Katelyn, my "rough" biker babe.

He just wanted to climb all over it.

William even got a chance on the bike!

My cloth diaper boy!  He is so sweet and loveable.

I hadn't planned on being in any pictures, but got to do a few.  William and Katelyn fell asleep on the drive to JCP's and William did not wake up in a very good mood.  So, the first pictures I joined the kiddos so William would not cry.

Where has the time gone?

I can't believe it is already July 27th!  This summer is flying by.  June was a busy month for us.  It started out with Julianne's dance recital, followed by a visit by Becca's family, and finally a visit by Brian's family.  We enjoyed all the time we got to spend with family.  We also kept busy working on the house.  We are nearing the end of the house projects and it feels great!!

July has also kept us busy, but I am not 100% sure what we have been doing.  I do know we have enjoyed alot of fun family time. 

I am hoping to get some pictures up soon, our main computer has been giving us trouble, but it seems to be up and running now.  I have around 2000 pictures to sort thru for posting! 

Enjoy your summer and stay cool!

Happy 6th Birthday Julianne!

The night before Julianne's birthday we went to El Nopal to celebrate her birthday!  We had a great time and she LOVED being the center of attention.

On her birthday she got a special treat for breakfast, donuts. 

We went and had lunch with her at school.  They happened to be having a picnic lunch on her birthday.  It was so much fun to eat outside with her.  Katelyn was excited because she got to stay and enjoy recess with Julianne and her friends.

Julianne was the "snackster" on her birthday.  Brian and I went in for snack and made each of the kids banana splits for Julianne's birthday snack.  Her class also sang Happy Birthday to her.

Brian and I gave her a birthstone necklace for her birthday.

Another birthday celebration at El Nopal! 

Happy 6th Birthday to my vibrant daughter!  You make me smile, laugh and cry.  I wouldn't trade you for anything.  You are a precious gift who has taught me so many things in 6 years.  I love you!!!

March 31, 2010

On one of the nice days that we had, Katelyn, Will, and I went to the park and had a picnic with Benjamin, Mary, and Scott.  The weather was gorgeous and it was nice to get out.  Benjamin and Will had a bit of interaction, grabbing at each other, and just hung out.  Benjamin is about 4 months older than Will. 

Will grabbing Benjamin's shoe.

Benjamin grabbing Will's ear.

Katelyn enjoying the swing.  I couldn't get her to eat, she just wanted to swing.

Self-portrait of Will and me.

Katelyn climing the ladder of the rocketship.

March 29 & 30, 2010

My little man...

 He loves to chew on his fingers.

He is full of smiles!!  His smile and laugh make my heart melt.

 He rolls everywhere!  I can lay him down my his dresser and he gets across his room to the footrest in no time.  When he gets there he tries to chew on it.

 Enjoying some time outside...

Julianne loves to climb trees.  This one is in our front yard and great for climbing.  Almost everytime she goes out to play I find her climbing this tree.

Katelyn is starting to climb it more, but usually gets up on the first branch and that is enough for her.