Quick Trip to Kentucky to See Nana V

This weekend, Glen decided to take us to Kentucky for a couple of days to see his Mama.  We loaded the kiddos up early Saturday morning and arrived in Louisville at supper.  It was so good to see Vilma and hang out with her until Tuesday morning.  She is always so much fun and such a blessing to us.

Every time we travel, we pack a picnic lunch and stop at a rest area to get out and stretch our legs.  Gluten-free diets and fast food do NOT mix so this is always our best option.  The kiddos loved running and playing for a while before we got back in the van and started their school work again.  (Since we were missing two days of school, I wrote out the lesson plans and took all their books with us...Two 8 hour days in the car allows for some great lesson accomplishments!!)

This was the veiw from our balcony.  Vilma treated us to a great hotel with an indoor pool (that was perfect temperature), a hot tub, and an indoor play area for the children. 

Can you tell that Azaryah was THRILLED to see his Nana V?!?!?!  So sweet!!!

Sunday, we all got in the van and went to Kentucky Down Under.  It was a GREAT day!!  We explored some caves, got to pet the kangaroos, feed the birds, and spend lots of time with Nana!!  Nana even treated us to our favorite dinner - JAPANESE!!!  Yum Yum!!!

Thanks for a fabulous time, Nana V!!  We love you and miss you already!!! 

Happy 15th Birthday Corbyn!!

It is hard to believe that 15 years ago, God brought our first child into our family.  I remember every moment just like it was yesterday.  Corbyn is a precious gift to our family.  He is growing into a strong, faithful man of God.  God has given Corbyn a role model in his Daddy...Glen is a priceless example for Corbyn as he grows into the man God created him to be.

Corbyn's day began with breakfast in bed made by Daddy, Mama, and decorated by Eden, Keziah, and Azaryah...Then it was off to wake him up!

 Good Morning, Birthday Boy!  Homemade cards from each of his siblings...

When Corbyn came downstairs, he was greeted with some gifts and cards...Cannot open them yet!  You have to wait for your party.

Corbyn was blessed to have Tyler and Bryant join him for a fun-filled birthday.  The boys came for lunch (I made Corbyn's favorite - homemade sloppy joes) then he opened his gifts and enjoyed some cake...There were LOTS of Legos to put together and of course games to play on his new flatscreen tv.  After hours of play, the boys spent the night and camped in the backyard.  Glen hooked up electricity so they could watch Batman Begins and play some GameCube. 

Corbyn's party turned into a 3 day celebration.  It began on Friday (2 days before his birthday), flowed into Saturday with a fishing trip with Robert, Tyler, Bryant,  and Glen...Lunch at his favorite pizza place...Then Sunday (his actual birthday), we worshipped together and then headed to Fork and Screen for lunch and a movie followed by some family fun and then Corbyn's favorite supper (bbq ribs, mashed potatoes, brussel sprouts, and rootbeer floats.  It was a WONDERFUL weekend full of food, fun, laughter, love, and lots of memories.

First Day of School...2011-2012

Rise and Shine!!!  It is the first day of school!!  This year, I have the privilege of educating a high school student, a middle school student, an elementary student, and a Kindergartner.  A wonderful year awaits!!  Ready...Set...Go!!

Too funny!!!  I went upstairs to wake everyone (of course, I am singing "School Day, School Day, Good ole golden rule day...Reading, and writing, and arithmetic taught to the tune of a hickory stick") but the older three did not jump out of bed and rush to the school room...

But my Kindergartner could not wait to get to the school room...Azaryah jumped out of bed and with his eyes still closed, he was busy making his bed!!! heehee

 Every morning, we begin with morning chores...Everyone has s job to do...

The first day of school always begins with Daddy walking us through our schedule, reminding us of the rules, and praying over us.  Glen is also teaching Corbyn's math and science again this year.  Precious moments!!!

 Class pictures...

I love those quiet moments when all four children are busy working...God has richly blessed us by allowing me to be at home so I can educate our children!!  Thank You, Lord, for Your amazing blessings in my life.

Storytime Friends...

Every Friday, we all meet at the library for some Storytime fun.  After Storytime, we head to the bakery or to the park...So much fun!!!