Levi's Graduation

Recently, Levi graduated from preschool. I'm not really sure how I feel about this. I'm happy and excited that he has successfully made it through a year of somewhat structured schooling, but I'm also sad that my first born is growing up!

He's going to turn 5 in July, but he won't be starting kindergarten until the fall of 2009. Brett & I think this will benefit him in the long run.

So now school is over for the summer and I, Cara, will be starting a new position with the Sedalia School District as a Parent Educator. I will stay home with my boys during the days, schedule my home visits around MY family's schedule and be a part of the my boys' lives! Yes, there may be days that I grow tired or have a short temper with Levi, Ziek, and Kelton, but I will love them the same and cherish the time that I get to spend with them. Hopefully I can provide them with the right amount of time that they deserve! I am excited about our new adventure together.

Ziek's hair cut

Before

The cut

After

What happens when you leave lip gloss out.

What do you think of his new do?

Kelton in the hospital

Here he is, my little guy in his hospital gown and attached to an IV. Kelton was admitted to the hospital Thursday, May 1st because he was dehydrated and had a urinary tract infection. Tests were done and it was confirmed that he also had rotavirus- a GI virus that makes you throw up and have the runs. Poor guy. We came home on Saturday, May 3rd and he's on a clear liquid and light food diet until he has a solid bowel movement. We're still waiting on that to happen. He was so good in the hospital, hardly ever crying and making googly eyes at the nurses. We were the only family in the unit so we got excellent care and lots of attention!

Now, Kelton is in great spirits and has a smile on his face. Thanks for all the prayers from everyone!!! God is GOOD!

An Infectious Laugh

Kelton has such a sweet laugh . . . I bet you can't help from laughing along too.

6 syllable words . . .

Listen to Levi & Ziek share their knowledge. . .
They are so smart! :)

Go KU

This is about a week late, but . . .

Rock Chalk Jayhawk, GO KU!

Easter 2008

We hosted Easter at our home this year. It was chilly, but the sun came out in the afternoon.

We had all the nephews here and boy, it's enough to wear you out!

The Easter bunny came and we gathered eggs outside after naptime. I think everyone had fun, I know I did.

Ziek's 2nd birthday party

We had Ziek's 2nd birthday party on Saturday. The theme for it was CARS. me. We had a GREAT turn out and an AWESOME time!

My friend Mandy made a race track birthday cake for us, it was very cool!

Ziek got lots of great presents and toys, many of which make noises (we'll be bringing those toys to your house to play with).

Lots of fun was had by all, and I for one am sure glad it's over!

:)

I got in trouble . . .

My mom says "Where's my picture with the boys?"

Here ya go, mom.

love you too!!

"Toofers"

It's March!!!
And so far (knock on wood) we've all been "healthy."

The big news is that Kelton has 2 teeth popping through his bottom gums. He's six and a half months old now and growing like a weed!

We weighed him a few weeks ago and he was around 19.5 pounds. He's sitting (with a little help) and rocking back and forth. When he sits on your lap he loves to throw his body forwards and then back to create this rocking motion. He is so strong!

He can also hold himself up with his arms while his tummy and legs stay on the ground, almost like he's doing yoga position.

He likes to be near us, and if we leave the room he lets us know we are MISSED!
He smiles all the time and is such a happy baby.

However, we have this little problem with his burping . . . he still spits up and some times it's projectile! So, I've scheduled an appointment in Columbia to have him tested for acid reflux. I'm afraid he's inherited this from Brett. He's gaining weight- no problems there- it's just that he coats us with spit up EVERY time he eats.

Speaking of eating, he's eating baby foods now. We're in the first foods- carrots, green beans, peaches, pears, applesauce, bananas, prunes, and sweet potatoes. He likes them all!

The photo is of my dad, my boys & my nephews taken the last weekend of February. Dad is holding Connor (3 months) and Kelton (6 months). Chandler (4) is standing next to him.
So cute! Levi (4) is on the left side with Kole (3) on the right side. Ziek (2 & not smiling) and Trey (1) are sitting.