O Christmas Tree

On Sunday afternoon we put up our Christmas tree. Everyone had a special job. Brett and I put the tree together,

"fluffed"
the tree, and hung the lights.



Levi hung ornaments.

Ziek hung some too.








Kelton took a nap.


























After it was all said and done, we think our tree turned out pretty nice.
The boys really enjoyed putting it together. It was fun to see the excitement and anticipation in their eyes as we pulled out each part. Great family time together!

Happy 3 month old Birthday, Kelton

This photo of Kelton was taken at one week old. As of the 17th, he is 3 months old! I can't believe it's gone by so fast. I'll post a photo of his 3 month photo after I get them taken next week.

Until then, Happy 3 month old birthday, Kelton!

And Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

photo courtesy of Tracey Rapp photography

Kelton laughs

Brett was cuddling with Kelton last night and he got him to giggle.

It was so sweet, I had to grab the camera.

You can definately tell they are brothers

Sweet boys.

He Sits (with help)

Kelton is so strong! He can sit up in a chair and hold his head up too.

I Pledge Allegiance

Today I had the chance to visit the preschool that Levi attends. It was "Grandparent's Day" or "Special Person Day" and since we don't have any family that lives close enough to attend, I went. Miss Sheri announced that they would say the pledge and so all of the kids stood up and placed their hands over their hearts. To my amazement, they ALL started reciting the pledge! It was one of the most amazing and proudest moments that I've ever had! I was so proud of Levi, my heart swelled! I just had to get it on film and share it with others! You'll notice that Ziek, of course, had to be a part of the action too. I hope you enjoy the video and are just as proud of him as I am!!!!

Some days, this is what I feel like; today is one of them.

Only those who have nursed a baby will understand.

Have a happy day.

It's Halloween Day

It's finally here! A day to dress up and be someone else. After much deliberation we decided on costumes for the boys.
Levi was Woody, from the movie A Toy Story, Ziek was a Duck, and
Kelton was a Skunk.

I'm just a little "batty". All of us cute in our own way.

I am blessed

My friend, Mandy, watches Kelton for us.

We are blessed.

She sent a photo of him to my phone today.

I am blessed.

It was just the right pick-me-up!

She wrote: you are blessed.

YES I AM!

Oh my gracious!

Levi has learned a new phrase. It's "oh my gracious!" Here's an example of him using it:
Me: "Ziek, don't get in the bath tub yet"
Ziek: silence . . . .
Levi "Mom, look what your son did!"
Me: "Ziek, you are a crazy kid!"
Levi: "Oh, my gracious!"
I think he learned it from Connie, our child care provider. It's a much better phrase than some choice 4-letter words that can be said. Glad he picked up on that one.
I love this kid!
Yesterday as we were driving home from Wal-Mart (a weekly family outing for us) Brett and I were involved in a discussion when Levi pipes up from the back seat and says "God is in your heart."
What a sweet little guy! He's learning so much. I'm glad he's going to our church's preschool and is learning all about God from others. We do our best to instill strong Christian values in him through our words, actions, and deeds. He's a little sponge now. He's learning so much. I'm so proud of him.