Simply Beautiful

Tyler is so beautiful. I know, a bragful mother but really she is, inside and out. She normally hides from the camera (can't imagine who she gets that from!) but yesterday she cooperated plus I had my super zoom lens with me. HEHE She did ask me to retouch the annoying scabbed bug bite off the center of her forehead, so I complied hoping it brings future, non-confrontational photo ops.

Learning with a 1st Grader

One of Jared's spelling word learning choices is to use shaving cream and write the spelling words on the bathtub wall. Well, Jeremy's shaving cream is way to expensive for that! So he used washable markers instead! At first Jared didn't know if we were really supposed to write on the wall or not but once he was assured that he wouldn't get in trouble, he was down with it! We did a mock spelling test and he got all the words right! Since his teachers can't really verify that he did this like the others, we're going to e-mail them the pictures too.

Asher's 1st Big Boy Bath!

Asher's first big boy bath! He had a lot of fun, he and his duck!

Bye-bye!

No, you are still stuck with me! However, Asher waves bye-bye as he goes up the stairs. Mainly to annoy Jeremy, who does not like that his youngest child has the new found ability to go all the way up the stairs. I find it hilarious. He starts waving as soon as someone notices he's on the stairs.

Tyler bowls!

A few weeks ago we got a flyer in Tyler's bookbag from Albany's Police Athletic League about a new bowling program they are starting for after school. Today was the first day. Unfortunately, Tyler's friend Hayley couldn't make it but she had a blast! She said she didn't do too well but enjoyed the game overall. She's definitely much better at Wii bowling, where the light as air controller is the ball!

Grandma M., Grandpa H. and all her late great grandparents are so proud, I know it. They surely have no hope in my bowling skills!

And she's wearing a WOMEN'S 6.5 bowling shoe! My poor little girl and her boat feet.

Asher's 1st Tooth!

Asher got his first tooth! I would love to include a picture but that would involve cooperation from him. That’s not happening. He likes to keep his tongue over the tooth. Little stinker!

3rd Anniversary

Jeremy and I celebrated our third wedding anniversary. We have this fun but cheesy thing we do by actually picking presents from that traditional list. The third is leather. I got him a wallet and money clip from Coach. He really seemed to like them. I’ve wanted to get these for him prior but I knew the third was leather and they’d be quite special and just the right gift. He got me a wristlet from Coach and I love it. It’s the perfect gift that I really wasn’t expecting. He gave me this great card that made us both cry. He is a wonderful husband and father. There are definite fights and downs but they are far fewer than all of our ups.

Our anniversary also brings back tons of memories of my grandparents, whom I adored. October 3rd was also their wedding anniversary and it would have been their 60th. They were amazing people, simply amazing. They weren’t the types that showed outward affection. I think I saw my grandfather kiss my grandmother’s cheek once. However, their love and marriage effected me very much. My parents divorced so I looked to my grandparents for the foundations of a good marriage. So far, they have done me well. I miss them dearly but I’m thankful to share a day with them that is hopefully forever.

And this too!

And this too! What is up with this kid! At least he's happy, can you tell?

Pancake Breakfast

Tyler and Jared's school has a pancake breakfast each year. Applebee's allows us to use the space and the teachers and staff are the cooks and servers. It's a great event and the kids had a blast!

My youngest child, you know, the one that is all of six months, three weeks and three days old, has decided it’s a great idea to pull himself up on things, climb stairs and have free reign of the house. Our dear Tyler eased us into things, hitting all her milestones at the right time, crawling at six months, pulling up at nine months, taking her first steps on her first birthday. Then we thought Jared was just more motor skills oriented, walking by ten months, that’s after he jumped out of his crib at nine months. I guess Asher wants to keep up with them. Mommy just wants a stiff drink (and to have her baby back!).

Liberty and justice for all!

Today Tyler's grade celebrated Constitution Day. Tyler dressed up as the Statue of Liberty and prepared her own speech. She was even voted Best Costume! We are so proud of her. She had a lot of fun too. Myself, Grandma M. and Asher were able to come watch her.

1st rec soccer game of the season!

Jared has his first recreational soccer game of the fall season on Saturday. He scored two goals! We all had fun, though Tyler didn't want to go. However, I even got a picture of her, which is rare these days. Jared is trying out for the travel soccer team this season. They are real try outs and I think I'm more nervous than he is. How could anyone reject his cuteness?

1st Day of School!

It's the beginning of a new school year! Tyler is in 6th grade and Jared is in 1st grade. They looked so cute this morning and even half cooperated for this photo. They did almost fall over with all their school supplies. They got new L.L. Bean back packs with the monograms, they really like those.

6 Months Old Already

Can you believe it? Asher is 6 months old! He's grown so much in that time! He's such a great baby, we are very blessed. Above are some photos I took in the backyard.

Jared's FIrst Tee Ball Game of the season!

Jared has his first tee ball game of the season! He did really well. I didn't get any pictures of the parade but it was nice and a little rainy.

Newest Fave Asher picture!

Asher is one month old today! This is my fave picture from the little photo shoot I did!