Bible presentation

Sydney was presented her first bible from Ms. Carla, the Director of Children's Ministry at Fairview Baptist this evening.  Ms. Carla wanted Sydney to have her bible before we left.  They normally present the 1st graders these bibles, but since we are leaving, she wanted Sydney to have hers early.  Sydney thinks this is just the coolest thing to have her big kid bible, she carries it around everywhere!   Now she's asking for a pink bible cover with polk-a-dots???  We are truly going to miss our Fairview family and feel so blessed that our children have attended this church the last 3 years.

Mother Goose time!

I took Luke down to the Library for Mother goose reading time.  For all of my Columbus friends, I don't need to explain how animated and in character she is, but for my family and friends that don't , OH MY!!  She is such a hoot!  Laaaaaadies!!!  Can I get a witness out there????  

Thomas and Luke!

Luke is nuts about Thomas and friends right now.  He has set his hot wheels aside for now, and is crazy about trains.  He has a book with all the trains listed, and reads it every night.  He knows all their names by heart, and always has a train in hand everywhere he goes.  We hope to take him to the Day out with Thomas while we are in Phoenix.  A big thanks to Grandpa Rogers for making this train table, it has gotten much use!!

Reading time!

Sydney is reading her first little readers now. She is so proud of herself for being able to finish an entire book. Of course the book is only 4 pages and there are only 2 words per page, but hey, it's big time for her!

Boys will be boys!!!!

I know it's been awhile since I posted, but this post may explain why.  I went to take a quick shower, and I do mean quick.  I thought it was just a bit too quiet in the living room, where Luke was supposed to be watching his movie.  I made my way to the kitchen to find this mess on my Turkish carpet and kitchen, a big 64 oz. bowl of quick oats.  Luke had apparently wanted a snack (or oatmeal), and proceeded to climb on my cabinets to get his snack of choice.  Now, the funny part about this is, he just didn't spill the oatmeal, he proceeded to take his hot wheels and trains and run through the oatmeal.  Ahhhh, never a dull moment with a boy!!!  

Recent pictures

Just wanted to share some recent pics of the kids with the family.  I think Luke is going to be an underwear model!!!  ;)  Sydney was selected Cook Cool kid this week for outstanding conduct for showing responsibility and being courteous to other students.   Sydney has befriended a little boy in her class that is in a wheelchair.  She has been such a sweet little girl to this boy and helps him out daily.  She talks about Keon everyday and prays for him at night as well.  I'm so very proud to think at the age of 5 , she could be so thoughtful and considerate to someone that others might be uncomfortable with.  I don't like to get on here and ramble on and on about my kids, but I just had to share this sweet story.  It has been such a learning experience for her and our family as well.  Remember the old book "Everything I needed to know, I learned in Kindergarten"? Well, I think I just learned my biggest lesson FROM a kindergartner!!!  

The top "7"!

Happy 7th anniversary babe!  I know you secretly read my blog sometimes, so enjoy!  There are a million reasons I love you, but since we're on the lucky number 7, I thought I would give you the top "7"  reasons I love you so much!

I love for the last 7 years going to bed at night and hearing you say, "goodnight sweetie."

I love that you have changed just as many diapers as I have!!  (Not too many guys that can say that!!)

I love how supportive you are of my scrapbooking time, stamp clubs on Friday nights, and just about anything to do with my hobby!

I love watching you play tickle monster with the kids (everyday)!! 

I love that you pray for me and the kids everyday, because I know you do without fail!

I love how we watch Office reruns all the time, and still laugh hysterically!!

Last but not least, I have loved every bit of this crazy adventure called  "marriage",  we've been on for the last 7 years.  It truly does get better every day, and I love that I get to spend every day with my best friend!  I can't wait to see what God has in store for the rest of our lives!  I'm sure there won't ever be a dull moment!!!  Love you babe!