James micheal's first grade concert

At the end of February, James and I were able to go to James micheal's first grade concert. He was really nervous and shy during the first couple of songs, but did wonderfully by the end of the night. He was part of the dance number, which was pretty much him dragging a girl by the hand till he was at the end of the dance line. James and I were just laughing so hard at his expressions the whole time. He also was part of the class xylophone number and got to play on one of the large ones. We went out for frozen yogurt afterwards and had fun discussing the songs with him. He did so great and it was nice to have one on one time with him. He's growing up so fast!

Makayla's birthday!

Makayla turned six this year on February 26th. We celebrated her birthday for quite a few days. I had gotten tickets for Kay and I to see the little mermaid put on by the children's company. Brandon and Callie came along too! James wasn't able to come because of a death in the family, but I was able to go with Kay, and we were there in spirit. Makayla had such a fun time at the theatre and got all the treats she wanted during and after. On her actual birthday we stayed home and had some yummy cake and she got a new princess shirt, hat and necklaces. Very low key and very Makayla!

Sappy time: Its hard to believe that Kay is finally six! She has grown a lot this year and surprises us with her whit and easy humor. When I talk to others who interact with Kay, they always seem so amazed at how loving and Christlike she is. She softens hearts and brings understanding to others that reaches far beyond our home already. I'm so grateful that I get to see how she touches other people almost immediately. I won't say everything has been easy breezy this year and that I haven't felt discouraged at times, but The Lord constantly reminds me what a privilege it is to have her in our home and know her more than anybody else can, and call her ours. We love you our Kay Kay! Can't wait to see what being six brings!!

Portland trip for valentines day!

So hubby surprised me this year to get me back for his surprise party, by taking me on a four day vacation to Portland. We had a nice break from the kids, and a wonderful time. Going on getaways reminds me that there is so much more to James and I then babies( which are wonderful), but a nice reminder of why I love him so much. Here are some pictures of the fun-ness!

James turns 30!!!

Sorry I am so behind on blogging, I have no excuses! Anyways we celebrated James' big 3-0, on the weekend before his birthday! I actually decided to be social and threw a big surprise party for him at our home. Our friends Russ and Emily came the night before and surprised him as well, and were a big part of making the surprise a success for James! We had all of James' favorites made by different members of the family and a fun time playing games and watching him open presents. It was a very memorable birthday for him, and lots of fun. Here are some pictures: