Kendall on her first day of Mother's Day Out (MDO)
Friday, September 11, 2009
Foto Friday: First Day of School
Emma on her first day of preschool
Kendall on her first day of Mother's Day Out (MDO)
Kendall on her first day of Mother's Day Out (MDO)
Friday, September 04, 2009
Foto Friday: And They Lived Happily Ever After
The moments fairy tales are made of...written on my heart forever.
Friday, August 28, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
Foto Friday: I Scream, You Scream!
Emma decided she wanted ice cream bars as her birthday treat this year, so I found some "special" ones that were dairy and soy free. They were delicious, especially for two little girls who are used to fruit as dessert.
Besides, what is summer without an ice cream face...or two!
Besides, what is summer without an ice cream face...or two!
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Let's Talk About It: Priorities
Today we were getting ready to go to Grammie's, and I told Emma to pick out her bow for the day. She chose a light blue bow with a silver charm that didn't really match. I then suggested another bow that is exactly the same color as her capris, to which she responded:
"Nooooo, Mommy. I have to wear this one. It has a silver cross on it to remind me that Jesus died on the cross for me."
[Speechless.]
Okay, then, light blue bow it is.
"Nooooo, Mommy. I have to wear this one. It has a silver cross on it to remind me that Jesus died on the cross for me."
[Speechless.]
Okay, then, light blue bow it is.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Friday, August 07, 2009
Friday, July 31, 2009
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Friday, May 22, 2009
First Haircut
Miss Kendall had her first haircut this week. It was really only a bang cut, but I'm not cutting off any of those curls any time soon, so it counts!
She did awesome and didn't even move an inch during the whole process. It took about 2 minutes...literally. And that included a quick blowdry, which she wasn't all that fond of, although she didn't complain either.
The bangs are a little short for my liking when they curl up, but at least they are straight and out of her face. Here are some pix from the big day!
So serious.
Not crazy about the hairdryer.
The final result...
She did awesome and didn't even move an inch during the whole process. It took about 2 minutes...literally. And that included a quick blowdry, which she wasn't all that fond of, although she didn't complain either.
The bangs are a little short for my liking when they curl up, but at least they are straight and out of her face. Here are some pix from the big day!
So serious.
Not crazy about the hairdryer.
The final result...
Monday, April 27, 2009
Where has the time gone?
Seriously, it has been way too long since I have updated this thing. Is anyone still reading this? (Cue the crickets...)
Well, in the event that someone hasn't totally given up hope, here's a mini post with some photos of my girls.
Miss Kendall. 18 months.
What? How did this happen? And how did I manage to treat her like the second child. Less photos, no letters, no blog posts. All the things I promised I'd never do to her. But moving, a lost job, a new job(s), a few weddings and showers, and moving again...well, it all just made life a little crazy. Yet, my sweet Kendall helped make it all a little easier with her adorable grin and those loves that keep coming. I might be able to do without the Evel Knievel climbing/launching and high-pitched screech that still has not gone away -- and perhaps a few more hours of sleep -- but this little peanut brings so much joy to my heart that I could never have made it through this past year and half without her in my life.
Emma. 3 1/2 and well on her way to 4.
My word, this girl might as well be 15. She looks so old to me now. Where are my baby cheeks? They have been replaced with this grown-up face that is revealing a very beautiful young lady. As of Saturday, she can write her own name and naps are becoming a little less necessary (*Sigh). Before my eyes, my baby is becoming a little girl. Her maturity is crazy, right down to the attitude. Yes, she is a handful, this one. The tone of voice is way too preteen for my liking, and the "I can do it"s require more patience than I have most days. Still, she is becoming my buddy again. Someone I can have conversations with that often bring more clarity than she realizes. I am so proud of her, and I am trying to savor this time as it is all going way too fast.
My girls. Holding onto these days as tight as I can.
Well, in the event that someone hasn't totally given up hope, here's a mini post with some photos of my girls.
Miss Kendall. 18 months.
What? How did this happen? And how did I manage to treat her like the second child. Less photos, no letters, no blog posts. All the things I promised I'd never do to her. But moving, a lost job, a new job(s), a few weddings and showers, and moving again...well, it all just made life a little crazy. Yet, my sweet Kendall helped make it all a little easier with her adorable grin and those loves that keep coming. I might be able to do without the Evel Knievel climbing/launching and high-pitched screech that still has not gone away -- and perhaps a few more hours of sleep -- but this little peanut brings so much joy to my heart that I could never have made it through this past year and half without her in my life.
Emma. 3 1/2 and well on her way to 4.
My word, this girl might as well be 15. She looks so old to me now. Where are my baby cheeks? They have been replaced with this grown-up face that is revealing a very beautiful young lady. As of Saturday, she can write her own name and naps are becoming a little less necessary (*Sigh). Before my eyes, my baby is becoming a little girl. Her maturity is crazy, right down to the attitude. Yes, she is a handful, this one. The tone of voice is way too preteen for my liking, and the "I can do it"s require more patience than I have most days. Still, she is becoming my buddy again. Someone I can have conversations with that often bring more clarity than she realizes. I am so proud of her, and I am trying to savor this time as it is all going way too fast.
My girls. Holding onto these days as tight as I can.
Friday, March 13, 2009
Friday, February 27, 2009
Foto Friday: Big Cousin
This photo is a few months old, but I've wanting to post it. As hard as she plays, Emma has very soft spot for her baby cousins. Here she is helping feed Baby Lucas on New Year's day.
The funniest thing is we now have a baby doll in our house that has been permanently named Baby Lucas. It started when Emma invented her very own game where she pretends to visit Auntie Jenni and stays to help take care of Baby Lucas while her Mommy and Daddy are "on vacation."
If only... ;)
Friday, February 20, 2009
Sunday, February 15, 2009
When Life Just Isn't Fair
Pictured: An actual temper tantrum from my 1 year old. All about the drama, this one. Lord help us!
Friday, February 06, 2009
Friday, January 23, 2009
Friday, January 16, 2009
Foto Friday: Two Faces
My little Kendall.
Sweet and kind.
But very loud !!!
(a little scary, isn't it?!)
Sweet and kind.
But very loud !!!
(a little scary, isn't it?!)
Friday, January 09, 2009
Foto Friday: Beyond Fashion...
Gotta love a little drama in the headline! (Sorry, too much coffee this morning.)
Anyway, before you faint because there have been TWO posts in the last 24 hours, don't get used to it.
However, I have decided to change Fashion Friday to Foto Friday (a direct steal from my friend Cara who is on an extended blogging hiatas) because frankly, there was too much pressure. The reality is we are lucky to get dressed at all around here, let alone in something that might be considered uber stylish. The goal these days is to get all the stains removed and to keep up with the never-ending laundry pile.
The good news is I still do snap what I consider some post-worthy shots, but I don't always have time to write a blurb to go with them. Now I can just post them with a headline. That I can do.
So here is the first one, an ode to Grandpa -- the King himself -- posing with his pretty princesses.
Anyway, before you faint because there have been TWO posts in the last 24 hours, don't get used to it.
However, I have decided to change Fashion Friday to Foto Friday (a direct steal from my friend Cara who is on an extended blogging hiatas) because frankly, there was too much pressure. The reality is we are lucky to get dressed at all around here, let alone in something that might be considered uber stylish. The goal these days is to get all the stains removed and to keep up with the never-ending laundry pile.
The good news is I still do snap what I consider some post-worthy shots, but I don't always have time to write a blurb to go with them. Now I can just post them with a headline. That I can do.
So here is the first one, an ode to Grandpa -- the King himself -- posing with his pretty princesses.
Thursday, January 08, 2009
Happy 95th Birthday Great-Great Grandma Emma!
Today Emma and Kendall's Great-Great Grandma Emma turned 95 years old. Wow. She is truly a wise woman with more love for the Lord than anyone I know. She is an inspiration to our entire family, and I am honored that one of my children is named after her.
The four of us visited her this past Saturday, but we only managed to get a photo of Emma and Grandma. (Kendall clearly had other things to do.) Although it is hard to visit with two very busy little girls, my heart overflows every time we do. And we need to do it more often.
We love you, Grandma, and thank the Lord for every day we get to spend with you here on earth -- and know without a doubt we will spend eternity with you!
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