HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

This week my parents will celebrate their 43rd wedding anniversary. WOW! These days that is a major accomplishment. Those of us who are married know that it is NOT easy. Thanks mom and dad for your commitment to eachother and your family. We love you!!

"I Might Even Be a Rock Star"

Well, he's no Hannah Montana or the Jonas Brothers, but he's my "rock star".:)

He grabbed this toy guitar when we were in the toy store and struck a pose. He hasn't lost his sense of humor after all these years. Thanks honey for adding joy to our lives.

WELCOME SWEET BABY T

Taylor Rose was born on September 12 and 6:30am. She weighed 8# 14 oz. and is 21" long. So far she is a very content baby and is already 9#4oz. She definately looks like her daddy. Tori is learning how to be a helpful big sister and likes to put toys in the crib for baby. What a blessing babies are and we look forward to watching her grow!

THE LITTLEST LESTER

11 years ago today our precious Kathryn Allena Joy was born. She has definately lived up to the "Joy" in her name. She is my girl with a ready smile and sweet disposition. She announced today that she is now a "pre-teen" which is exciting for her and a little bittersweet for me. My baby is growing up. The traditon in our house is that you get to do your favorite things on your bday(within reason). We started the day with breakfast burritos from McD's before school. After school we headed for the mall to Build a Bear to buy a new bear with a gift card received for her bday from the 3 T's. The food court was next for her fav- Panda Express. Then the candy store, Claires, the toy store and the Pretzel shop where a friend of mine works and gives us yummy treats. The day ended with me tucking her in with her new bear Bubbles and saying a prayer of thanks for her life and for being a special part of our family. I love you baby(or should I say "pre-teen")

BABY WATCH

Sunday I took pictures of The 3 T's before they become 4. Baby T's ETA is September 13th(or anytime now). We are excited to welcome a new little one to our family. Our prayers are for a safe delivery and healthy baby.

BIRTHDAY BASH!!

Sunday we celebrated 3 birthdays in our family. My mom's is the 7th, Kathryn's is the 10th and Daniel's is the 11th. We had the family over for kabobs(that for some reason,maybe a new marinade I tried, got VERY well done). Kathryn requested "Angel" cake with strawberries and Redi Whip for dessert. I usually make cheesecake for Daniel, but decided to make a chocolate layer cake with chocolate frosting from scratch(one of his favorites). A great time was had by all and here are some pictures of the day. Thanks mom for all your help! :)