My sweet children

And my not-so sweet at the moment child...

When I die..

I would like to come back as my dog or my son..

Bathtime

My kids absolutely love to bath and I love when they bath because not only do they get squeeky clean, but it keeps them occupied in one spot for more than 20 minutes and contains the mess to a 4 foot square area. What is even better, is when Maddie is in charge of the bath! They love bubble baths and playing "jellyfish" with washrags floating in the water. They have dozens of bath toys, but of course, their favorite things to play with are empty shampoo bottles. In these pictures, it may look as if Luke is drowning, but it is his cool trick.. just ask him.

Sadie's 3rd Birthday

Sadie's 3rd birthday started off with a trip to pre-ballet class with Ms. Anne. She loves it and I love to watch her jump, kick, spin and do her fabulous arabesque. We had a little family party later in the evening and opened her gifts- a pink retro scooter, Barbie, etc.. She had a great night and we are so blessed to have our little pumpkin in our family! We love you, Sadie Grace!

Parenting gone awry

I think I may be coming on too strong with my teaching techniques.

Today, I was posting a recipe on another blog and I heard little Sadie Grace yelling to me.

Sadie: "Hey, Mommy! Mommy! MOMMY! Wook at me!" Pedalling around the kitchen on her tricycle.

Me: "Oh my goodness honey!"

Sadie: "I pedo it aw by mysef!"

Me: "Sadie, I am so proud of you!!"

Sadie: "Is Satan happy ow (or) sad at me?"

We have had many discussions about making Jesus happy and Satan sad and I guess she just needed some clarification if pedaling was a good and righteous act or one that she should be sorely ashamed for...

Thou shalt not covet me

I have always been talented and athletic.

I am a superb dancer, especially graceful genres like ballet and irish folk.

But, as seen in this video, my true gift is my snake.

One night, I did the snake while dining with my family at Pizza Hut.

Unfortunately, I kicked the table on one of my upkicks and our pizza went flying.

My nieces have obviously inherited my fantastic abilities.

I hope they are also blessed with my lady-like qualities, humility and superior intellect also.

I love Sundays (when Todd's home!)

Sadie Grace is so hungry after church, she goes for the first thing she sees.

Tanner and Sophie lounging on the floor.

Pillow fights on Mom and Dad's bed are super awesome.

We are a lego-lovin' family, especially on Sunday!

Wrestling with Dad is another favorite Sunday activity.

Sadie and herself enjoying checking out her teeth and tonsils.

Love this of Luke, and love the little imp in the background.