Half and half

Some days, the skies are blue and sunny. Others are cloudy and gray. May I praise Him regardless.

Urban kraggin' it

This could only mean one thing...

Every bowl, spoon, and spatula is being put to work. It must be birthday cake making time!

Friendly little guy

Actually, he was quite camera shy. Kept running away from me.

Love this sign!

Bring on the thin mints!!!

Arch architecture

This week we are studying the amazing architecture of arches, used by the Romans to build the great aqueducts and bridges of their empire. Here is today's building project, a bit more colorful than its Roman counterparts.

Backyard treehouse plans

This is what the boys and I are planning to add to the backyard next year. Complete with moat.

Batty

Bats usually creep me out a bit, but these were really cool. Wingspan of six feet on this little guy! They reminded me of my boys when they're wrapped up in their hammocks, just hanging out.

HUGE brown bear!

Watching the polar near swim was a favorite!

Zoo Crew

Today we headed to Columbus for a trip to the zoo with some new friends. It was fun to hear the kids' excitement as they raced between exhibits. It was a beautiful fall day and God held off the rain for us. So fun to once again take in all His amazing creatures in stunning variety!

The Fishers

It was such a special blessing to meet little Makena Noelle Fisher tonight. There have been so many tears and prayers over this life and her addition to this family. Thanking God for His faithfulness once again!

A perfectly "blue-tiful" day at Lake Jocassee

Hanging out with Grandfather

All ready for the scholars to arrive!

Missing Grandpa Already

My Daddy

You know you're getting old when...

...your cake looks like a giant pan of fire!

Pretty in pink

Looks like something out of Dr. Seuss, but I don't you just think it's beautiful?!?

Benched!

What a great bunch of kids! I think we've got a lot of talent here.

Dayton Dragons

Christopher is getting ready to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at the Dragon's game!!!

Summer bucket list

A trip to Bill's was near the top of our "summer fun" list. Yum!

Celebrating Amalya!

Our friends, Bethany and Eric, are expecting their first child in September. They learned early on in the pregnancy that he is developing without most of his skull and will not be able to survive outside the womb. They have chosen life for Amalya and are choosing to celebrate every moment that God gives him with them. This weekend at church, we had a party for Amalya, now that Bethany has made it to 24 weeks. I was happy to help my friend make this fun cake, probably the only one she'll get to create for her little guy.

Isaac was made for this hat!

He's just so handsome, don't you think?