Baseball

Yes, it's that time again and "M" is playing little league this year.

Tryouts happened, teams have been chosen and Andy is helping coach. We've had 2 practices and so far "M" is really enjoying it.

We went over to the field one day to practice hitting balls and "N" likes to hit off of the tee.

A little batting practice for "M"

even "D" is getting in on the action.

Just like daddy.

Doesn't he look cool?

Little "A" watches from the stands while sipping her coffee.

Kidding.

The cup is empty, but she likes to pretend.

and these have nothing to do with baseball, but they were just so cute that I had to add them anyway

Have a great day everyone!

xo

Snow Tubing!!

Okay, so I'm seeing a theme here....hmmm..SNOW! Have you noticed that several of my last posts have been about the SNOW we're getting?

It's pretty. Yes, I will admit that. But I do long for warmer weather. However, when life gives you lots and lots of snow...what do you do?? Why, you go tubing of course!

Well, this one didn't go tubing, but she looked so cute here in her little hat that I just had to throw in this photo.

The rest of us went tubing

and we had a very good time!
I was afraid to take the camera out on the mountain with us because I thought it might get wet or damaged or something. I wish now that I had, because it probably would have been okay. But we got these cute shots in the parking lot!

You should have seen these kids. They loved it! We all hooked our tubes together and went racing down the trail, wind in our hair, snow blowing in our faces and we loved the cold and the snow. The ice and the wet! It was great and with this kind of fun practically on our doorstep, I think I can tolerate the winter for a little while longer!

More Snow!

More snow fell yesterday and last night.

the kids are loving it...me...I'm ready for spring!

Abigail keeps close watch on her brothers. I think she really wants to go out there. I told her she must be able to walk first!

So we kept warm inside...she enjoyed her teething ring and I enjoyed my cup of coffee.

Stay warm!

xo

Happy New Year

We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas...

full of candy canes

candlelight

and wonder.

We hope that the magic of the season touched each and every one of you.

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As for the New Year....

I plan to get organized (again, I know)

do a little re-decorating...nothing huge, just some re-purposing and re-using what I already have. I love to do that. I love the challenge of making something new and useful out of something that no longer has a purpose.

Sort of like this...I simply LOVE this look

this one too!

I love to take inspiration from these photos and re-create them in our home.

L.O.v.E!!

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We will be putting in some new floors. Right now they're all neatly stacked up in boxes in our living room.

See? I'm really excited to get them installed. We'll be starting that project very soon.

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Another thing I'm enjoying doing more of is sewing. I've always loved to sew, but without a designated area for it, I rarely ever did. That has all changed. With my craft room now complete, that machine's been workin' overtime! I've made skirts for Abigail and baby leggings too. I just finished a project that involves an old, outdated sweater and a very worn out t-shirt. Re-purposing at it's best.

you can read more about that project by clicking here.

Anyway, lots going on in our neck of the woods and we're excited about it all!

Andy has his gym and I'm in love with my craft room!

The kids are enjoying their legos, books, action figures and Wii!

Lots to be thankful for!

We're going to be practicing our bowling..heehee...you better look out. Anybody up for a challenge???

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Okay, I better close for now but we'll keep you updated.

Happy New Year to you all. May you be abundantly blessed!

Also, a big, huge, giant thank you to all of you who voted for Abigail in the Gerber Photo Contest! We appreciate you taking the time to vote.

I'll leave you with some snow photos I took this morning. We woke up to the white stuff!

Enjoy your day.

xo

Our First Snow of the Season!!

We got a bit of snow on Friday afternoon and a certain little someone couldn't wait to get out and play in it!
The people who live in areas which get a lot of snow throughout the winter must laugh at us here when we get these little dustings. You see the little bit we got? It resulted in a multi -vehicle pile up on the highway, there were other accidents all over the place, Verizon went out and all after school activities were cancelled. Too funny!

But...this little guy had fun!!

Have a great weekend!!

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xo

It's Time to Vote!!

Today is the day that voting begins for Abigail!! I would love if you all could vote for her entry in the Gerber baby contest. She has a chance to win a college scholarship! All you have to do is click on her name below. This will take you straight to her photo. Just click the "vote for me" button and then follow the voting instructions. Click on her name below:

Abigail

You can vote once a day, every day for the entire month of December. Please, please vote. And tell all of your friends too!!

Thanks so much!

God Bless

Happy Thanksgiving!

Giving thanks today and always.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone and God Bless!!

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Hey...by the way...I've entered Abigail in the Gerber Baby photo contest. Voting will be open on December 3. I'll post the link details as soon as they're available.