reagan

My sweet Reagan has decided to wear dresses.

I know it seems like an odd statement but with an older sister who has a serious distaste for the fashion it comes as a shock. Reagan tends to do what Carsyn does. So when she was old enough to choose her own clothes she rebelled against dresses.

In the last month Reagan has asked to wear a dress. Not only at home but at school too. It has been cold and hot on and off but that has not deterred her from wearing one.

She has even asked me to buy her more. I couldn't be happier to oblige!

Reagan looks super cute in a dress!!

This one is her favorite!

carsyn

My sweet girl turned 9 back in March. Recently we had her pictures taken with Jodie of FreshArt Photography.

Carsyn is a tough nut to crack. She has a really great smile but saves it for the most important people in her life. Jodie found some great smiles amidst the serious. She captured our girl perfectly.

Thanks Jod! As usual you amaze us with your talent. We appreciate you and your gift of capturing life!

Carsyn did not want me to post all of them so here are the few she chose. If you want to see more head over to FreshArt!

happy mother's day

an addition

I am super excited to announce the newest addition to my family.

I have been waiting a l o n g time for this sweet thing to enter my world.

Coming in at 7.25 and looking so beautiful. She's has a beachy look too!!

I am not sure what to do first! (Missy, help a girl out!)

Isn't she a beaut?!

I have to document my GREAT deal. I had a 25% off coupon, gift cards plus free shipping! My final bill was $18.82. Ahhh. The deal makes it even sweeter!

cinco de mayo

Tonight we celebrated cinco de mayo in a small way. We ate quesadillas with homemade guacamole. I also made strawberry daiquiris (virgin for the kids) :) During dinner the kids told me all about the war between Mexico and Spain... Not kidding. After a few inquiries they changed it to Mexico and France. It was cute.




the kitchen was A MESS...

cousin time

This weekend my sister and her kids are visiting. We are glad to have them and even more glad that the weather is nice. The kids have been playing outside almost exclusively! It has been wonderful!

Eli...
Sam...
Carsyn and Devan playing soccer...



Today we went to cousin Micah's 4th birthday party....
the birthday boy...
Reagan and Sam have been playing non-stop...

It was a Star Wars party so Uncle and Micah made everyone light sabers...


Micah's cake...

God's mosaic

Carsyn's 3rd grade class been studying the rainforest for a while now. Today they hosted chapel and showcased all they had learned. It was very creative and informative. Three "students" were showing a new kid around the school. They were helping him understand how the rainforest is part of God's mosaic. During the performance a group of third graders performed a rainforest rap they had created themselves. Carsyn had a great time learning her lines (as well as everyone elses).

Class chapels are another reason I love CCS!

Aunty, Micah and Cori came...
After chapel Carsyn's group performed their whole skit (only part was used in chapel)...