The Byrds

Jimmy and I had not been to the State Fair since Charlie was nine months old, so we were very excited to take the boys this year! We got our admission tickets in advance so we didn’t have to pay the full price, and I bought two ride vouchers as well. We initially planned on…

Like pretty much everyone else I love fall, and I like doing those fun “fall-y” things. One night at the beginning of the newly changed season, we went to the State Farmer’s Market to pick out our pumpkins. The boys each got to pick out several, and we also picked out a large one to…

At the mall when we had Reagan for the day (during Ilah’s birth!) Baby-sitting Ilah weeks later… the boys thought this was great fun and were very sweet to her! Charlie with his cupcake picture he colored during his time at the Y. I think this is what started is cupcake obsession… The most handsome…

This spring we continued to enjoy the awesome opportunity of Granana Preschool. The boys always love their special days with her, and it provided me with childcare so I could attend two classes at Southeastern. Mom picked up with their alphabet study where they had left off before Christmas. She also brought her preschool bag…

This spring marked the end of Daniel’s seminary career! After several years of very diligent studying, he got to cross that stage and receive his Master’s of Divinity. We had a wonderful day together celebrating this special accomplishment. Tara baby-sat the boys so I could come to the ceremony. Just after receiving his diploma! I…

Well, it’s no secret that I love celebrations, and I especially love celebrating special milestones and events. It seems this year is the year of the baby in our lives, as we’ve known quite a few people who have had the blessing of adding a new little one to their families. The pictures below capture…

Somehow my baby grew into a toddler this year! We celebrated his second year with lunch at Cici’s on his actual birthday (one of his favorites!) and with a fun soccer party at MVP Sports the following weekend. I couldn’t resist posting this from his first birthday last year… Happy boy! Look at that sweet…

This April we had a great time at Bryson’s first baseball game, and Jimmy and the boys got to go to some additional games during the rest of the season while I was at work on Saturday mornings. Our favorite ball player! On the sidelines with my boys. Henry loves some baseball! I love how…

I feel like it’s kind of trite to say that I love Easter, but I really love Easter. It’s such a special time- such a simple holiday, but one so full of impact. This year we were able to share Easter afternoon with our next-door neighbors and good friends, the Deskos and the Alleys. Despite…

This year we had the privilege of officially welcoming Stephanie into the family. We first met Stephanie during the Christmas festivities of 2011, when she was brave enough to cook lunch for our family (Nick helped too). I was amazed at her willingness to do that, and at her immediate warmth toward our family. This…

I love this series of pictures of brotherly love! The boys truly seem to be each other’s best friend. Wearing Granana’s shoes… Henry loves shoes of all kinds. Looks like the dinosaurs were driving the trucks somewhere! Busy at work/play. Henry loves to throw any ball he can get his hands on. Getting ready to…

On one of our snow days when Jimmy was home I picked lunch at La Foresta to celebrate my 32nd birthday. Given the sweet people pictured below (minus Dan who wasn’t able to come), I’d say I’m a very blessed gal! Enjoying his pizza. These Charlie hugs are the best ever! Yours truly. Our little…