September 20, 2010

We spent the day at Aunt Mimi & Uncle Ralph’s house in LaConnor visiting with Aunt Karlene.  It didn’t look like we were going to have beach weather, but the clouds parted and the sun came out.  Emmie and Cole had lots of fun exploring the rocks.

September 19, 2010

Today was the big party.  We celebrated Hannah’s 6th, Grammy Jo’s 92nd and Brittany and Karl’s 16th.  Such a fun day!

September 18, 2010

More party prep. This time M&M’s for Minute to Win it.  I’m thinking we need to move to Monroe with as much time as we spend at their house.

September 17, 2010

We went to Snohomish today in search of a “celebrate” banner for Hannah’s birthday party.  When I called my sister to see if she would help me make one, she said she had already started it.  :)  We headed over to the Henry house to help put it together.  She said we could always borrow this one, but after seeing how easy it was, we’ll be making one for our house very soon.

September 16, 2010

I stepped out of my comfort zone today and joined a bible study at our neighbors church.  I was completely uncomfortable going, but by the time it was over I was SO proud of myself and so glad I went.  I’m going to enjoy my Thursdays with the ladies of The Bridge Church in Snohomish. 

September 15, 2010

The girls got new pajamas from Grandma Judy.  I tried to get a picture of the two of them but Emmie was having nothing to do with the camera.

September 14, 2010

Back to school today for Hannah.  We just pretended that it was her birthday and celebrated as we would have done yesterday.  I was able to go and have lunch with Hannah and then stayed for the rest of the day.  Hannah requested ice cream cups for her birthday treat and they were a hit. 

September 13, 2010

Hannah’s birthday didn’t start out very well.  As I was washing her hair this morning, giving her a star treatment, for her big birthday I noticed a bug…you know the one I’m talking about.  The one I’m not going to mention because it grosses me out.  Poor girl had to stay home on her birthday.  Her and I both cried and cried some more.  I felt SO bad for her.  As to where she picked it up, we have NO clue.  We couldn’t let the day be a total waste.  We took her out to dinner to her favorite place – Red Robin.  She could barely eat her dinner she was SO excited to have them sing the birthday song to her.  :)  I’m hoping that Red Robin is what she remembers of her 6th birthday.

September 12, 2010

We had a mini birthday celebration when we picked up the girls from Judy & Kevin’s house.  Let the birthday celebrations begin. 

September 11, 2010

Today we celebrated our 11th anniversary.  We spent the weekend at Ocean Shores just the two of us…what a treat!  I love you Tom!

September 10, 2010

Emmie and I are enjoying our time together while Hannah is at school.  She is such a fun little girl whose smile and giggle melt my heart!

September 9, 2010

The neighborhood munchkins, enjoying a sunny afternoon.

September 8, 2010

First day of first grade.  Hannah LOVES her new teacher, Mrs. Ogden and so do we.  I am pretty sure that Emerson would have loved to stay and join the class.  :)  We’re looking forward to see how much she grows this school year.

September 7, 2010

Today was all about baby Mara.  I love when I get to help her mama out by watching her.  She is such a sweet little baby and such a joy to watch.

September 6, 21010

Cameron and Laryssa got married today.  I didn’t get any good pictures during the wedding ceremony because of the total downpour outside.  When looking back at the pictures I did get, this was by far my favorite from this crazy day.

Grammy Jo, Uncle John and little Ethan.  Love it!

September 5, 2010

Caitlin took the girls to the park to play so that I could work a little bit.  We love Caitlin.

September 4, 2010

With school starting this week, I am craving a little organization in our house.  I saw these cute head band/hair accessory holders and Hannah and I just had to make them.  1 can of Quaker oats (minus the oats), 2 pieces of 12x12 scrapbook paper and a little Mod Podge.  Super Easy!

September 3, 2010

Tonight we spent the evening with Susie drinking and eating.  “Celebrating” Cameron’s upcoming wedding.

On the couch L to R: Katie, Angela, Susie, Mom, Beck, Me

On the floor L to R:  Jeri, Debbie, Heather & Auntie Joanne – Katie and her friend Mandy left before the picture was taken so just imagine them there on the left side.  ;)

September 2, 2010

We took the girls to the fair this afternoon.  We had lots of fun looking at all of the animals and exhibits.  We met up with the Henry family after a while and spent the rest of the evening with them.  After telling our girls that we  weren’t going to ride rides, we did just that.  They each got to choose 3 rides to go on.  Hannah and Jake did the swings, the mini roller coaster, and the Shrek funhouse.  Emmie did the carousel twice, and the cars.  By 8 o’clock we were ready to get some scones and get out of there.  :)

September 1, 2010

Today we got the letter we’ve been waiting for ALL summer long.  The letter letting us know who Hannah’s first grade teacher is going to be.  Drum roll please…….. Mrs. Ogden!!  Hannah really wanted Mrs. Ogden, so we’re a little more than happy today.