Thursday, December 22, 2011

joy • love • peace

The true joy of Christmas is the love of Christ, shared with family and friends. May you find His joy, love, and peace in the coming New Year.

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Monday, December 12, 2011

Emily's escapade

Tonight my 2 1/2- year-old daughter quietly snuck into the bathroom and used the step stool to grab two forbidden items -- a pair of scissors her dad accidentally left on the counter, and a bottle of lotion her mom accidentally left on the counter (oops!). She decided to give herself a haircut (front layers, to be exact) and lather her pajamas with goats milk lotion.

Emily's haircut could have been a lot worse. Surprisingly, she even used care when trimming her feather hair extension. Maybe she'll follow in her Aunt Teresa's footsteps and become a hair stylist someday;)

Even though I was upset (especially since I'm planning on taking Christmas photos this week), when I heard her sweet little voice and saw her innocent smile, I couldn't help but laugh inside. However, I did refrain from taking a picture of her handiwork even though I wanted to.

Did I mention this happened at 10 o'clock in the evening?

She's tucked in bed now. Hopefully she won't try to escape again. Gotta go...

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Life is good:)

Here's a brief photo recap of the past couple of months...


Trunk N Treat at our church
October 31, 2011
Batman · Wonder Woman · Spider-Man · Supergirl
Ethan (4 1/2) · Emily (2 1/2) · Grandma Mary · Grandpa YayYay
Daddy ♥ Emmy
Superheroes
Love our new family room decal from Empressive Designs Vinyl Decor
Our early Christmas present:)
Cousins
November 13, 2011
Emily's first French braid (done by Aunt Teresa)
Celebrating Aunt KK's birthday
Superman showing off his muscles
Strong girl
Playing in "God's creation"
Little lady
Fall fun
Emily & baby Hailey
Thanksgiving 2011
Emily checking out her cousin's adorable outfit
Cousins ♥
Tonight I was told specific instructions from my son: "When you wake up in the morning, stay under the covers. DO NOT get out of bed until I'm done making you a picture for your birthday." 


Then my daughter made me feel special: "Daddy loves you, Ethan loves you, and I love you too! We all love mommy!" 


The years keep getting better and better:) I'm really looking forward to my 30s, and even more excited to watch God's plan continue to unfold!