Going, Going, Gone!

I finally caved. I have never cut Hadley's hair. She has only been given a few trims here and there to keep the ends looking nice. I think that I was living vicariously though her with the dreams of long beautiful hair for myself. But after hearing how the other kids in here kindergarten class were complaining of it always going in their faces when they lined up to go anywhere, I decided it was time. Her hair was all the way down to the middle of here back



and now it looks like this.

Way to go Dad!

The local Dentists in our area participated in a head shaving for cancer. They spent the last few weeks taking donations for the cause, and this last Saturday gathered for the event. In the end they were able to raise $68,000 for the foundation. Here are some pictures of Pat losing his locks.



I think the stylist kind of made him look like Sideshow Bob from the Simpson's


The shirts they were given after it was all done were pretty nice too!


This is the entire office after they all lost their hair. One also lost his eyebrows for the cause.


This also saved me from doing the haircut myself. He always shaves his head at the beginning of the summer, so it really wasn't a big deal. And Emmy loved sitting on Dad's shoulders rubbing the stubble that was left.

Teeth + Tired = Tears!!!

Poor Emmy finally cut her first tooth today! It has been a long time coming. I think her cheeks have been pink for at least a month now. We had another restless night because of it, so between her and myself we only got a few hours combined. Maybe tonight will be better! She also has an awful cold. I couldn't resist taking this picture. She looks miserable I know, but I love how well she can blow that bubble from her nose!

Hooray for Spring!!

We have finally entered Spring. The long winter is finally over! Thank goodness! We were able to get out of our stuffy house for the afternoon and to play with some friends at the park. I met up with some friends from High School that I haven't seen in a while and us and our combined 14 kids had a fun afternoon. The park was awesome. It had been built especially for children that are disabled, so it is entirely wheelchair accessible. I love that, because then it is easier for the younger kids as well. (Mind you the older kids riding their bikes and scooters down the ramps made me a little annoyed) We haven't been enjoying the best weather, but at least it's not snowing right!





Emmy enjoying her first try in a swing. It went better than expected. I thought that she would be terrified! She didn't exactly love it hence the lack of a smile, but no tears!!

Only a Boy!!!

So the other day we were downstairs trying to arrange furniture etc in the basement when Rawley informs me that he needs to go to the bathroom. I of course say okay (oblivious really to what is happening) and continue on with my current task. Only to hear quite loudly the sound of him going. You have to understand that our basement bathroom is not done. No toilet, no vanity just the tub. So I walk in to find him peeing in this. I have to give him props for actually going in the hole where the toilet should be, but also informed him that he needs to make a trip upstairs next time. The picture does not do the color justice either. It really is a great color that I love. Maybe it will look better when I post the after picture.

Nine months!!

So my baby is growing up!! Yesterday she turned nine months old. I can't believe how quickly the time passes. We had her checkup and everything is fine. She has been cutting two teeth for about a month now and they are still under her gums. I know that will make for a fun night here pretty quick. Along with her crawling she has become an expert at pulling herself up on things. Getting into the cupboards and bugging her big brother and sister. All in all she is turning into her own little person. With her little quirks and personality. This is my favorite shot of her from our Easter pictures.

Happy Easter 2008!!

So we had a very event filled Easter. It began with the traditional coloring of the easter eggs. This of course was while little Emmy took her afternoon nap. Otherwise I can only imagine the disaster I would have had on my hands. Hadley and Rawley both loved this part. They weren't overly fancy which made me happy. They were content with coloring with one color and then adding stickers to make them their own design. They were also required to wear their paint shirts. I hate having ruined clothes when I can prevent it so here they are in my hand me downs.




Next up was Easter Sunday. Pat was out of town for the weekend. He was really sad to miss all of the fun. We have early church, so between waking everybody up and getting to church on time, I let the kids know that the Easter bunny had left our treats at Grandma's and we would find them after church. I also had to prepare a primary lesson and the lesson for Sharing time that day. Whew! I am glad that's over. Here are some shots of the kids in their new Sunday attire and at the egg hunt.

I still haven't figured out the slide show feature. But there is a box here you need to click on to see the pictures. Enjoy!