A Lesson in Responsibility?

Not sure who's going to learn first.  The kids-- to be responsible for our new chickens.  Or me--to stop taking on more responsibilities.  Should be an adventure.

Thanksgiving 2011
Got to spend Thanksgiving with some of my family at the cabin.  This is Lilli holding Liesel.  It was great to see the Loders and Uncle Zach for the first time since Liesel was born.  Hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving!  Liesel is three weeks old now.  Her doctor appointment last week showed she's growing well and is over 10 lbs. now.

Still following me?-- finally a new post

Today was Liesel's first day at church. She pretty much slept through it all. She's been a pretty good baby for me. Thinking about all the possible outcomes when I went to the hospital last week, things really ended up the best they could for mom and baby. We're all healthy and well. Alexus & Olivia have had a twinge of jealousy as evidenced by yet another hair cutting incident this week. Lexi's is not noticable this time but Liv's got 1" bangs. I guess she's getting the attention she wanted now. We took time Friday to make some carameled apples and all the girls had a good time. Mostly just the caramel and chocolate got eaten though.

Halloween 2010

Olivia the bunny, Belle the chef, Eliza the cowgirl & Alexus the lion. The twins are already asking how long til they can go "Halloweening" again and get lots of candy. They were really impressed with this holiday!

Happy Birthday Isabelle Su!

That's a 6 on her cake. Can you believe it? Belle brings so much fun and spunk to our house. We're so thankful for her. She's doing excellent in Kindergarten and she's starting to be more aware of others and their feelings. Although today she told her Sunday school teacher that she has "a little fur" on her upper lip. So glad the teacher thought it was cute and was not offended.

Off to School

These three were so excited for the first day of school. They were ready 30 minutes before the bus came. Chablis, Eliza and Belle all passed the first day with flying colors:-)

Already halfway through Summer?

Alexus & Olivia turned three June 15. They are so cute, most of the time. Family gave them some wonderful presents and memories. If you can't tell from the picture, Olivia is in pink with hair down and Alexus in purple with hair pulled back.

Look what Erik brought home yesterday. Another girl (chocolate lab). We haven't named her yet.

Grandma Shari & Aunt Bre came over for the 4th of July. We wore matching shirts to the fireworks. Good times!