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12/2/11

The Chickens are doing their job, finally!

One morning we heard this ridiculous chicken sound coming from the back yard. We all ran to see what was causing all the commotion, apparently there was an "I laid an egg!" celebration going on. We quickly joined in, FINALLY, an egg!!!

It was like that first chicken clued the others in, because the eggs started coming very quickly after that. They are soooo loud when the are laying, it is our bell to run out and collect.

Two of the chickens lay every day, three lay every other day, and one still hasn't figured it out...

Aren't they pretty? Like already dyed easter eggs.

Look at Butter holding her apron like a princess or something, lol, with a chicken inspecting her work.

We had no idea how much fun having chickens would be. Every one of us is really enjoying them and we can't wait to move out in the country with more land, so we can have a whole bunch more chickens!

"The ladies" all gather around the patio step every time we are at the table, almost like they are on stage or something. It is so funny, and brings us so much entertainment.

12/1/11

We had a couple birthdays...

Sis turned 7 and Pops turned 3 while I was on my blogging hiatus. Here are some pictures for you.

I was quite pleased that Sis requested Thai food for her birthday meal. I certainly can't make that, so we had a lovely visit at one of the many local Thai restaurants in town. She has good taste, YUM!

I requested an ice cream cake from a sweet friend, I have got to learn how to make these!

And for her gift, I sewed matching dresses for Sis and her doll. I loved making them, and plan to make more.

Sissy, you are turning into such a lovely young lady. Your compassion and affection for others is such a blessing! May your light shine for Christ always and may all who are in your presence be blessed!

Happy Birthday, Sis!

Pops got an impromptu party with a few friends, what a nice surprise!

We have a Cowboy-Jedi on our hands, watch out!

Pops was a bit overwhelmed by all of the excitement and attention that was on him, although extremely witty, he is actually quite shy. He is becoming an incredibly sweet and cheerful young man, and is forever making us laugh. Pops, may the virtue of cheerfulness be with you always, and may you seek the Lord with your whole heart!

Happy Birthday, Pops!

11/30/11

It will never get done...

I have imagined sitting down one evening and blogging all the posts that have been in my head since uhm, July or whenever it was I last posted...

But, after a bunch of reminders from my dear hubby, I realized it would be better if I just post something, anything, and get back in to the swing of it. Thanks for all of the inquiries from loving family and friends, I am sure glad to know y'all miss us!

As you can imagine, many things have happened in our never boring house in the last several months, I will try to fill you in as I can, but for now...

That is right, we have a new little blessing in our family! We are expecting baby in May and have all decided we are going to keep the gender a surprise this time.

9/16/11

As Usual,

we have been busy!
I'll try to give you an update soon.

8/9/11

Homeschool Field Day

We finished up our school year with a good 'ole field day.

What a blast!

So as not to miss a beat, we started right in with a new school year!

This year we have added Latin to our Tapestry of Grace year 2 and the children are loving it! Yes, you can catch me sneaking in my own latin lessons after they are in bed so I can keep up, lol!

Our days sure are full, but full of good things.