Bears

Patrick took the girls to work to see the BEARS!! How cute and what fun for them.

Friends

Last night we were invited to go on a hayride with our friends The Mollberg's. They really know how to put on a party!! There was singing, laughing, running, and lots of memories made. Thank you Paul, Megan, Katherine and Zac.

Creating

The girls love Play Doh and personally I think that so many of life's problems could be solved with a clump of soft, colorful, distinct smelling dough. Rylee received some really neat play doh sets for her birthday from Papaw and Auntie Donna and they are being used and enjoyed! I love to see and hear the creative juices that flow during these times.

Tradition

Tradition is so important to me and my family. I believe it is the fabric of who we are and I could not imagine raising my daughters without them. I pray that they will carry on some of our family traditions and create their own as well. That said, Patrick has had the tradition of decorating gingerbread houses at Christmas with the girls, he is soooo good at it!! Great memories were made.

God's Word

Fear not for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine.

(Isiah 43:1)

Thank you Lord for calling me out of the darkness and owning me.

The Visit

Finally after 5 years the girls "willingly" visited Santa. Bailey was very excited/scared to death, and never looked into Santa's eyes, but did manage to rattle off a half dozen things that were on her wish list. Rylee who is getting to be such a big girl had no reservations at all and seemed to be quite proud of herself. So fun to experience this moment.

Christmas Programs

Spent the evening with cuddle buddies watching the old classic christmas cartoons! So fun to relive my youth with the girls and Patrick.

Reading

One of the greatest joys for me so far in our homeschooling adventure is hearing Rylee read!! She really is doing great and she enjoys reading. Bailey is pretend reading and we love to hear the enthusiasm and the interesting stories that she makes up!!! So awesome!!

It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas

The girls decorated their little tree, let the season begin!!

God's Word

This is not a day trip but a life long journey. Watch out for detours and dead ends (James 2:17). Help me to remember Lord that you are the final goal.

Bailes

She is just pure kissalicious.

Fire

Tonight a fire was built and enjoyed!! The warmth and closeness that it provided was sweet! Songs were sang and stories were told. Smores were eaten, and Tommas was close by...........

Dreams Really Do Come True

Look what found my wishing, hopeful, girls. They have named him Tommas. Lots of petting and Ahhhhhhs and Ohhhhhs around here, we shall see....................

She Turned 6

Today our sweet Rylee turned 6. Lots of goodies, laughter and singing. Happy Birthday Rylee, we love you.

My love

This man is my friend, my love and my life!! Thank you sweet Jesus for giving me such a perfect match. I love him with all of my being and I truly respect and admire him for the sacrifices that he has made for his family. Dear Lord please bless him and guide him as provider and keeper of his home.

Advent Calendar

The girls opened door number one of their advent calendar, always such anticipation and a fun tradition for them. 24 more days until we celebrate the birth of our Saviour.