Monday, July 31, 2006

Christian Malachi
















4 years old tomorrow, I just can't believe it. I am sitting here at 11:28pm the night before his birthday trying to figure out a way to stop the growing process...or atleast to slow it down a bit. Exactly 4 years ago this very minute, I was in the hospital praying for a baby to hurry and come, and at 8:17 am August 1st 2002, Christian Malachi arrived. The whole birthing experience makes me want to have 15 kids......it is the most amazing process.
The last 4 years have been amazing. This kid has showm ME so much and made me feel LOVE in a whole new way. I only hope I can remember the next 20 years of his life the way I remember the last 4 years of his life. It has gone by in an instant, but I remember every second of it. Every smile, every tear, every laugh....it's been the most amazing ride.
Christian is emabarking upon a whole new world this fall....one without me (starting school August 22) 3 Day Pre-K this fall. It's hard for me to let go of this little man...but I know it has to happen...and I can't make him stay home forever... Posted by Picasa Hours without his Mommy??!!!! The more I think about it...the more I get sick...will he eat his food at lunch? Will the teacher love on him when he gets hurt? Will the kids pick on him if he says something goofy? I am scared to death (I'll be the mother standing in the window :) But...my smart, outgoing little Christian will do fine...he is so brave, hopefully enough for the both of us.

I thank God for the last 4 years. Christian is the most amazing son, brother, grandson and nephew that anyone could ask for. Christian is so excited about turning 4. We have a big party planned with all his favorite friends. I will have TONS of pics to post......pray that I can keep it together...maybe I won't break down in front of everyone :)
Happy Birthday my little Angel.

Saturday, July 29, 2006

Pics from Last week

Last Wednesday we went to the Library to visit with Bat Man Harry! He spoke with the kids about bats and Christian loved it. Bat Man Harry even brought a bat, I think that was the kids favorite part.
Pics below of the day.


Christian checking out the bat Posted by Picasa


Bat Man Harry Posted by Picasa


Christian raised his hand and ask a question to the BatMan...I was very suprised (considering how many people were in the room) Posted by Picasa


Christian brought this book home...he loved how BIG it was! Posted by Picasa


Christian paired up with a couple of other boys to read a book Posted by Picasa


Joshua found a huge Nemo...and loved it Posted by Picasa

100 Pony tail holders

I needed some more money tail holders and I found a really good deal! 100 of them for only $1. My thoughts were...what am I ever going to do with 100?
So....here is my experiement. Like it? :)


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Sunday, July 23, 2006

Saturday Night

Last night my good friend Denise volunteered to keep the kids while Ryan and I had a break (Thanks Denise!). It was so nice to have someone just volunteer like that! She said, drop them off whenever and stay out till whenever....and she really meant it!! (wow) So...Ryan and I went to see Pirates of the Carribean (which I thought was REALLY good, even though all my friends said it wansn't that good). We haven't been to the movies since Passion of the Christ was out....which was a long time ago!! After that, we went to the Olive Garden and shared some Fonduta....ahh.....it's heaven on earth (in a bowl...hehe).
We picked up the kiddos around 11:00. They both had a BLAST playing with Denise's kids. It was a very nice night.

Friday, July 21, 2006

Yeah!! A car! Finally!

This morning I finally found a car....and bought it!
We got a Dodge Intrepid, it's great.
Here is a pic.


Yeah...Finally! Posted by Picasa

Tuesday, July 18, 2006

New friend and a new hair-do

Today I kept one of my friends daughter while she was at work and I got a new hair-cut...I love it. It is wayyyy to hot for long hair.....!!!!

More pics of the do



Me and Josh (like the new hair cut?)Posted by Picasa


Best Buds, Christian and Madison Posted by Picasa


Christian, Madison and Joshy (they are all hugging....isn't that cute!) Posted by Picasa

Monday, July 17, 2006

Monday, July 17th, 2006

Today was a very busy day. We started off the morning with a Krispy Kreme donut tour (MOMS Club). Christian, Joshy and Ryan really enjoyed it :)
(Ryan wasn't missing out on free donuts)
After the tour we dropped off the kids at my grandmothers for a few hours while we cars shopped. (still haven't found the right one)
When we got home, Ryan did some yard work while the kiddos played.
Below are a few shots from today's adventures.


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Watching the donuts get glazed Posted by Picasa


Watching the donuts Posted by Picasa


Christian watching the donuts "rise" in the oven Posted by Picasa


The kiddos watching how a donut is "filled" Posted by Picasa


Joshua enjoying his donut Posted by Picasa


Christian enjoying his donut Posted by Picasa


What is it about a mailbox that attracts my kids?? They love to see if there is anything in it. Posted by Picasa


Is this a mishevious look or what!!?? Posted by Picasa


Christian riding his bike (he looks sooo much like Ryan here) Posted by Picasa