Marla and Shane Pictures

We were treated by Yaya and Papa to a photo session when we all went to the beach in June by the talented Shane of Marla and Shane. Their work as photographers is amazing. The two of them are extremely gifted. Visit their website to see more of their work.
http://www.marlaandshane.com/


Happy Saturday! Hope the weekend is great for everyone.

Little Kingston

Happy Birthday Jared!

My wonderful and loving husband turned 28 yesterday. Jared is a great man who loves the Lord, loves us, makes wise and careful decisions for our family, and loves his sons tremendously. He is a hard worker who never complains...about anything. He tells me how great of a job I am doing as mother and wife on a daily basis and truly appreciates me. Jared holds the respect of so many in our community, in our church, at work, and at home.

We are so proud of you Jared! You mean the world to all of us. Thank you for all that you do for this family and so many others.

Love,
The Home Team




Yesterday we took Dada coffee and cards to his office for his birthday. He loved it.

The King

Our little Kingston is now 7 weeks. We are all in love with him. He is a joy with a gentle and laid back spirit. He is very alert, does not sleep as much as he should (or rather as much as I would like), smiles a lot, coos and goos at his big brother (and his Mama and Dada), and loves to go on long walks in the stroller. Kingston is a healthy boy who loves to nurse and weighed in today at 12.6 lbs. His eyes definitely look as though they will be blue, his skin is fair and ruddy, and his hair has an auburn color to it (of which he has tons). He already looks like he needs a hair cut. Its the funniest thing.

Happy 18 Months Big Boy!

Alder is already 18 months. I know everyone says it, but the time really has flown by. There have surely been days that were long and nights at the beginning that were even longer, but these last 18 months have been wonderful. Alder is a very excitable, funny, loud, intense, and loving child. He sees the world in black and white. He loves his new brother without any jealousy. Alder is Mommy's little helper already and gets great joy out of doing so. His favorite person in the world is Dada and their wrestling matches are a joy to watch. Alder is saying a few words and his late attempt in talking leaves him frustrated most of the time. He says Ally (our dog), teddy (his bear), "nope," and maybe car. No Mama or Dad yet. I am not worried he doesn't talk as I did not speak until I was 2. He weighed in today at 26 lbs. and the height I did not get b/c of the screaming newborn.

Happy 18 months little boy!

Brothers