Saturday, October 10, 2009

the joys of fall

John 1:16 From the fullness of his grace we have all received one blessing after another.

Our days and weeks are so full these days. They all seem to run together...it's a wonderful kind of busyness though. Luca is growing so quickly right before my eyes. She started sleeping through the night a day before she turned six weeks. HALLELUJAH!!

Baby's cheek's are really filling out. They get kissed a lot these days.Baby's tummy is getting bigger too. =)

I never thought I would have a blue-eyed baby. I love God's little surprises.Kaiya has shown more of an interest in her babies lately. She hasn't been much of a doll person up to this point. Lately she's been changing her baby's diapers. I found three of Luca's dry diapers in the trash the other day. She brought her baby's swing and sat it right next to Luca's. She imitates a lot of what I do with Luca...I love it!


Kindergarten Pumpkin Farm Field Trip I was so privileged to accompany Caedmon on his kindergarten pumpkin farm field trip. What a treat to watch him interact with his other classmates and have one on one time with him. It was sweet to see his excitement to have me there. He reached out for my hand a couple times...he doesn't normally do that...I loved it.

Here he is sitting next to his teacher, Mrs. Moore, on the hayride.
Watching cider being made the old-fashioned way.
Mrs. Moore's Kindergarten class learning about pumpkins.Time to pick out a pumpkin to take home.

This little girly smiles so much these days...I tried and tried to catch it on camera. OK, not gonna happen this time. Makin' caramel apples. Yum.Caedmon quickly became interested when he saw what the finished product would be.
Soccer games continue with only one more to go. Caedmon has shown so much improvement this year with his skills and attitude. So proud of him. Saturday morning games start at nine and it's been bitterly cold for October. I dressed Kaiya in her snow pants, hat & mittens for this game. Caedmon stayed pretty warm from all the running...the long underwear helped too. =)
Goin' for the goal! Our little brother, Immanuel, spent the night and joined us for the game.
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Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Stutzman Fall Party on the Farm

We recently attended a Fall Party in honor of Indiana Senator Marlin Stutzman where he announced his intention of running for U.S. Senate. In the past couple of years Kevin and I have taken more interest in the political venue. There are so many moral and financial issues our country is facing right now and we feel it is important to support those running for office that want to carry our values and morals on to Washington. This was a great party and so kid-friendly. Loved the environment and feel of this beautiful farm...what a beautiful evening.

Caedmon on the obstacle course.
One of Caedmon's first words as a baby was "tractor". I love this picture.Here is Marlin and his wife Christy making the official announcement to run for U.S. Senate against Evan Bayh. What fun we're having with our third child...a joy to take her on family outings. She's a bundle of sweetness right now.

Watch for Kevin twice in this video. =)


Go Marlin!!!!


Tuesday, September 29, 2009

cute as a cupcake

Kaiya turned four on September 25th. Breakfast birthday waffles
Her birthday was the same day as Caedmon's jog-a-thon and carnival at school, so part of the day was spent there.

Dad got to visit Caedmon's classroom in the morning and watch him jog. I brought the girls for the carnival later.

Kaiya chose to go to a movie that night. We went to a theater that has a restaurant right in the theater. You watch the movie while you're being served food. It was the kids first time there and they loved it!
We had a birthday picnic the following Sunday at Pokagon.

So thankful for the beautiful day and the awesome family that joined us!

This little girlie was super excited about her cupcake party! Grandma S. made the cake. Kaiya, you are one of a kind...so kind hearted and loving. You have a sweet spirit and a giving heart. You are mommy's helper...you love to help me. You follow me around and love to do what I'm doing. Whenever I start running water for dishes, you quickly pull up a chair to help. You are eager to help with the baking and cooking also. You ask to have macaroni and cheese for lunch almost everyday. Whenever I ask you to get something for me, your reply is always "sure". You have been a wonderful "big" sister and I''m so glad that you and Luca have each other to grow up with. You tell me you love me several times a day. You like to sing and dance and make up cute little songs. You are learning to write your name and know a lot of your letters and shapes. I love you, sweet daughter of mine!
Happy Birthday, Sweetheart!Luca Bella - 5 weeksCousin Maci, the texting queenEmmi Klair and Luca BellaCupcake jammies from Grandma B.Quote of the day:
Kaiya: "When I'm a grown-up, I'm gonna eat hot dogs, macaroni and cheese and buy stuff that's not on sale."