5 years old!

Colby turned 5 years old last month! I can't believe how grown up he is! We decided to skip the party this year, and just do dinner out and cake and presents as a family. Colby got to choose whichever restaurant he wanted. His choice was McDonald's (much to my dismay). It was a fun night, though. We sure love you Colby! Thanks for being such a great kid!

A little late...and a little more homemade

I've mentioned these cookies before, and the tradition has continued every Valentine's day, my entire life, except this year. The chocolate wafers I've always used to make these cookies, were no where to be found this year. My sisters were all able to find them, but the stores I checked around here no longer carry them. What was I to do? Larissa offered to mail some to me, but I figured I could just do without this year (as sad as that would be). Then, thanks to my cousin, I realized I could make the wafers! What a novel idea! So, after a whole lot of work, and lots of failed wafers, I was able to make the cookies. They taste delicious, maybe even better then when made with the store bought ones. It was a little after Valentine's day, but these little guys are still welcome even if they are a little late!

Sadie turned 2!

Our little Sadie Bug turned 2 earlier this month! I can't believe how fast she is growing up. She is so fun and has a whole lot of personality.

We had a lady bug party, or a be-bo party as Sadie calls it.

Here she is opening her presents (or actually watching her brothers open them for her). She was pretty excited about her new doll!

Happy Birthday little girl! We are so happy you are part of our family! You bring so much joy to us all, and we love you so much!

A little girl

Peeked in Sadie's room and saw this. She makes me smile.