Fun With Paint!

When John Michael was younger I had a hard time letting go and allowing him to get messy. Now, that is not a problem. We get messy all the time and have fun doing it and I must say. . .I am happy to have let go of that control. The kids have a great time. Today we painted with our feet and then played around to let the leaves get stuck. They had a ball and so did I. HAPPY SUMMER!

Detroit Zoo!

The week of Dylans birthday we decided to buy a family pass to the zoo and it was GREAT! It was the first time the kids had gone and I am so glad we can go whenever we want. The zoo is only 12 miles from our house so it is a great bennifit to being in Rochester Hills.

He thought this was SO COOL!

John loved the dinosaurs

Dylan and John

The day was long and Dylan had had enough but over all it was a good day!

Dylan Turns 3!

Dylan's 3rd birthday was July 9th. We celebrated at home with a giant Cookie cake. . .just like Dylan he was wearing frosting all over the place but. . .THATS DYLAN! We then went Saturday up to The Flint Childrens Museum to celebrate with our family and friends. THAT WAS PERFECT for Dylan. It was a great celebration!

John climbing the rock wallJulia loved the cake! Thats my girl!!!!!
The music room was Dylans favorite!

My Fire MEN!

Julia in the pizza kitchen!

Cowboy John!

Dylan and Joslyn!

John Deere Tractors! yeah!

It was a great birthday for him and wonderful memories for us all!

Happy 4th of July

The children and I headed up north while John went to Penn. for work. We left on Friday June 26th and John joined us that Monday. We stayed until the 4th and then returned home.

Here is John Michael thinking he is old enough to get his license. . .not quite yet boy!

Our friends Amy and Rudy joined us for a few days. . . Joslyn, John and Dylan were fine with the rocks. Julia was not!


These were their "tough" faces. I am sure Rudy's "tough" face is more intimidating when in uniform.

And this is my car! I WISH! John had it for 6 days as he drove it to Penn. for the car show. I would buy it if we could put 3 kids in it!

Summer Lovin!

This summer has already been so busy but so wonderful! This past weekend John and I attended a friends wedding in Frankenmuth,

Julia really wanted to be on the field with her brothers. . .I think she thought I would let her climb over the fence.

Grandpa has taught Julia the famous "COOKIE" shake!

Dylan was waiting his turn to bat while at our old small groups picnic and softball game.

Julia celebrated her first birthday with a 103.9 fever but was able to join us for one birthday song.

John Michael and his coach Paul at his last soccer game in Grand Blanc.

We are off to a good start this summer. Next week, headed up north for 10 days! Time for some memory makin! Love to you all!

Julia had a Luau Birthday!

This post will have many many pictures because there are just so many good ones. We had a WONDERFUL day with family and friends. Thank you for making it so special. The pictures will tell her story of the beautiful day. We are so thankful for Julia and look forward to the blessings she will bring!

Daddy's Princess!

Are these all for me or the guests too?!!!


What do you think?

Mommy and Julia

Miss Betsy, Me and Aunt Mimi

Cake time!!!
Is this how. . . .?
I don't think so!!!!!!!!
Well, maybe.

Yes, I like cake!
After her bath, Julia was ready for her luau!

and presents. . .she likes this one!
Aunt Liz made her a sweater and hat. . .so sweet~
Papa and Nana knew the baby was perfect!
John and I gave her the buggy to fly the baby in!
Grandma and Grandpa with the perfect tea party table!
And our beautiful family. We are thankful for so much and had a wonderful day!

Future Drummers???

It is no secret that I have a passion for music. . .I am seeing different musical passions in all 3 of my children. However, they ALL LOVE to Drum. I love the music of a Child!