The Fountain of Life

"For with You is the fountain of life; In Your light we see light."
Psalm 36:9

Attention Blog readers

I hope everyone has been enjoying my blog. I love sharing our daily lives with our family and close friends. I hope to continue to post pictures and other things pertaining to what the boys have been up to. However, I have decided to secure my blog, which means my blog will not be open to just anyone like it is right now. I will feel more comfortable posting pictures of my children, along with my thoughts knowing that only family and close friends will be viewing what is so precious to me. I will secure my blog within the next week or two. All it means for you who would like to continue to read my blog is to first to let me know by either email or phone, then I will set it up so you have permission to view my blog. It only takes one easy extra step, not an inconvenience. I am hopeful that you understand why I have chosen to do this, and I hope you will continue to see what we are all up to. I do feel a connection with my family and friends while working on my blog, all of you are very special to us.

Our little scientist

We were in the car, and Noah was of course being silly. So I said to him, "Noah, you are such a nut-ball!" Noah promptly stated, "Mom, I am not a nut-ball! I am a scientist." Noah's scientist Daddy who was driving the car, was very proud to hear such a bold claim.

Water Boys

Here are the boys having a blast at our favorite museum. They have awesome indoor exhibits which the boys have always enjoyed. The outside water area is now their favorite place. All of the exhibits are hands-on and interactive, everything educational, fun, and very kid friendly. There are many walking trails which we look forward to going on this summer. (We are getting tons of use out of our family membership). We had a nice picnic lunch with friends while sitting under a large tree with nice shade. Then we enjoyed the warm sunshine all afternoon. I was so thankful for such a beautiful day. Praise the Lord!

Our Future Plumber

Breakfast thief

I had just made my breakfast, and went into the kitchen to get something. When I returned, there was a certain little someone helping himself to my oatmeal. He really is getting to be such a big boy, not saying much, but he knows how to get his point across. Here he is telling me, in his own way, that he likes my breakfast better than his.

Daddy's Monkey

I will have to admit that Nate is a bit of a Daddy's boy. "Da Da", is the only word he says. He loves his Daddy so much, you can see it in his face when he sees Daddy walk in the door from work, he runs right into his arms. He even loves to wrestle with him already at this age.

Warmed my heart

I was tucking Noah in for bed last night and I said, "I love you, goodnight." And Noah said, "I love you, you're my special girl Mom."

Be imitators of God

"Be imitators of God, therefore, as dearly loved children and live a life of love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God."
Ephesians 5:1

Juice Drinkers

Ahhh!....Good Stuff!

Big shoes to fill!

I am so thankful that Noah wants to be just like his Daddy. I am so blessed to be married to such an incredible man who is not only a great husband and best friend, but also an amazing father to our two boys. He sets a wonderful example for our children to follow. Noah's Daddy is his real life hero, and I wouldn't have it any other way.

God is good

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."
Philippians 4:6-7

Tent City

My "three" boys, enjoying their club house, as Noah calls it. I remember building these with my little sister in our living room when I was a little girl. Yes, I'm all grown up, but I have to admit; these little homemade tents are still fun for me. The excitement and energy the boys had when they got to go in the tent must of rubbed off on me, because after crawling inside, we sat and giggled, and for a few brief moments, I felt like a little kid again. Then the boys kicked me out, no girls allowed I guess!

Nice name

Noah and I were playing around and I said, "So what's your name?" Noah replied, "Fredrico Fred."

We have a dog

Noah and I were looking at pictures of my sister's new puppy. I said, "Look Jared, she's so cute, I want one." Noah quickly said, "We already have a dog, his name is Nate."

Grandma's boys

My Mom loves all of her grandkids so much. And of course all 9 of her grandkids adore their Grandma. My Mom is someone who we all enjoy being around, it has always been like that. She is a very special person to so many people. Noah and Nate had a wonderful time with their Grandma. Noah was so excited when he saw Grandma's car pull in our driveway, it brought tears to my eyes to see his excitement, how he ran to her car and jumped into her arms. I knew how he felt, I wanted to do the same but I would have knocked her to the ground, so I just gave her a big hug. Thank you Mom for driving all this way, it has meant more than you'll ever know.

I love my Mom

My Mom left this morning..... I am still teary eyed. I had such a wonderful visit with her. I am reminded of why I miss her so much when I am around her. As soon as she got out of her car after arriving, a special feeling overwhelmed me. I miss her hugs and her kisses, and of course her laugh. I am grateful that I had this past week to spend with someone I love so much. Saying goodbye is sooooooooooo hard. God gives me strength to pull myself together and smile, being thankful for the woman God blessed me with as my Mother.

Nate is happy!

Somebody loves cheese popcorn.....thanks Grandma!

Special Visitor

GRANDMA WAS HERE!

Powdered with love

Noah is enjoying one of many powdered donughts that his Grandma brought....yes I let him eat on the couch!

Giraffe tracks

Noah and I were going for a walk today, and we came upon some animal tracks. I brought them to his attention, and without missing a beat Noah said, "Mom, these are giraffe tracks!"

Noah...babysitting???

At lunch, after Noah realized we were out of ranch dressing, he looked at me and said, "Mom, we're out of ranch. Why don't you go to the store by yourself, and I will stay here and keep an eye on Nate?"
My reply, with a smile, was a quick, "I don't think so."

Enjoying a walk..........

Here are the boys, just taking a rest. There is a beautiful area for us to walk, very close to our home. It was a beautiful day, a cool breeze, and the sun was shining. I really enjoyed watching my boys, they love to explore. They climb, they jump, they run, they fall, they roll, having so much fun all the while. They pick up pieces of nature and are so facsinated by what they see, a stick, a leaf, a cool looking rock. They make me smile. I am so thankful that God made me their Mommy, I love them both so much.

What a climber!

Noah is a great climber..... and so curious. He's the one who leads our direction. He goes first, helping his little brother along the way. He is really growing and changing, still my little boy though.....I'll never let him go, no matter how big and adventerous he gets.

Feeling the wind

I love this pic of Nate. He was standing there, gazing up at the sky. When I looked up to see what his eyes were fixed on, there was nothing there. Maybe he was admiring the blue sky, or the tree tops. Or maybe he was enjoying the wind blowing on his face. Whatever it was, it was a precious moment that I am so thankful I was able to capture.

Coolness

In case any of you were wondering, Noah is still cool!

Nice Hair Nate

Nate had a bit of a static-electricity problem when going down the slide at the park!

Our work here is done

Noah was helping me make homemade salsa. After adding the final ingredient and giving it one last stir with the spoon, Noah proudly proclaimed, "Well Mom, looks like our work here is done!"

Slacker

Ok, ok, so maybe I have become a slacker when it comes to posting stuff on my blog. My last post before today was last Thursday.....shame on me. There are some very special people to me who really look forward to seeing pics of the boys and seeing what they are up to, and that is why I do what I do. I myself am enjoying being able to share our daily lives with those of you who care. So I will try not to slack, and will try to be consistent with my posting :0)

Praise the Lord

"I will praise the LORD according to His righteousness, And will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High."
Psalm 7:17