Seriously, what are the chances?

I am so giddy with excitement. We're finally getting family pictures taken in 2 weeks. The last time was a year and a half ago. Spencer was only 6 months old! It's been a while, I know. And I booked this fantastic girl who's got great style. So now it's time to check the outfits and see what we've got.

And of course this has happened:

Anyone got any 'teeth adding software' I could borrow :)

Additional Happiness is...

listening to a song by these guys (not girls):

and eating:

Happiness is not:

remembering you have more student loans to pay off!!!

(I'll gladly accept paying off loans for higher education and job stability)

Happiness is...

paying a student loan DILIGENTLY for so many years then one day getting a letter saying that because we've been so consistant and on time (no late payments!) at paying that they will forgive the rest of the balance. That is 1 whole year worth of payments done early!!! That's in the hundreds of dollars saved!!! And it was such a surprise!!!!

Finally, a reward for being financially responsible. Hey, since we've been paying our mortgage perfectly but can't refinance because we haven't been deliquent while others CHOOSE to not pay their mortgage just to be able to get their loans modified... I guess this little surprise helps make up for it.

No more baby

That's it...she's done it.

Avery turned 1 yesterday!!!

We can't believe it either. Time flies.

Something I thought I'd never have to say...

Yesterday I said something that never crossed my mind. I can't believe I had to say it! Not until you have kids does it make sense. I actually had to say:

Nooo!!! That's not hairspray- that's cooking spray!

NOT a good thing.

The start of school

I feel a little sickish. I just dropped Ashley and Ainslee off for their first day of school. I don't want to let them out! This is what I really want to say to them:


Stay here with me where I'll protect you from the terrible things that happen in the world! Then again, life is a growing process and you can't grow to your full potential with just us here. You'll have wonderful experiences and you'll learn a lot. I just hope that you are nice with everyone and you remember how special you are. I miss you already and it's not even been 2 hours yet!



Ainslee off to 1st grade




Ashley off to 2nd grade

Man, how time flies

Are we really this old??

Happy 10 year Anniversary!!