Fall Fun Fling!

This was the Fall Fun Fling at Tim and Jessi's church. The kids all had a blast playing the games and getting plenty of candy.

Our 3rd snowfall of the season

This morning we were covered with snow. This is our 3rd time to get a snowfall. The kids were thrilled. We had to make a trip to Wal-mart for some gloves. By the time we got out in the snow to play there was not as much as when we first got up but was still enough for the kids to have a blast. Boy, I sure forgot how much work it is to help 3 little munchkins get all bundled up and out the door to enjoy the snow. Anyway, hope you all have a wonderful weekend.

Much better morning!

Praise the Lord! Eric woke up this morning feeling perfectly fine. No throwing up in the night. I think it might have been what he ate last night. Gregory seems much better as well. He still has a headache but no fever at all. I feel it may have been from being out in the cold yesterday.
We awoke to another dusting of snow this morning. In fact, I awoke to "Mommy, we got snow!!!!" It was not the least bit quiet when spoken either. I laughed and got up to look so not to dampen the excitement. I thank the Lord for the day with all 3 of my children.

Rough night with bedtime

Tonight was a rough night at bedtime. Gregory started with a fever around 6pm. The rest of night he was a little fussy since his head was hurting. Then right b/f bed Eric was crying with a stomach ache. OH KNOW, was my initial reaction. He didn't want Greg near him. He was afraid his movement would make him throw up. Then Greg was sad with not feeling well then his brother not wanting him anywhere near him. On top of the 2 boys crying Audrey felt bad for them so she started to cry too. YIKES! Eric was fine once he got in bed, he just wouldn't move. Gregory was not to be consoled so we moved him to the couch. (He was closer to mommy and daddy then) Since the crying ceased Audrey then went to bed without any qualms. Gregory very quickly fell asleep and it made me happy to see him sleeping so peaceful. It was a sweet moment.
The boys had a field trip and were outside most of the day. I am not sure if the cold started it all or what. I am hoping they all wake up feeling just fine in the morning. They could be overly tired too. We let them stay up tonight since they don't have school tomorrow. By 9:15pm we had an emmotional chaos! Not fun! I was supposed to clean tomorrow but I rescheduled since the boys were feeling ill. Besides I don't get days with them much so we will try to enjoy our time together. Sounds like we may be having to do more snuggling tomorrow if I have sickies. That is all they want to do when they are sick. Mommy enjoys it though. I feel needed then. I am praying for a healthy day tomorrow and I would covet your prayers for the same as well. I trust you all are staying healthy as well.

Precious Times

With the cold weather now here it makes me very sleepy and just want to ball up under warm blankets. Apparently this is happening with Audrey as well. We got home from taking the boys to school and she said "I am cold" I suggested that she get her warm "blanky" and curl up on the couch in front of the fireplace. She said, "OK!" Then she replied with, "How about we snuggle together and read books" I was really wanting to get some things done around the house. Then I thought OK just for a few minutes. I agreed to read her 2 books then I had to get busy. After finishing the 2 books she then suggested that we go to my comfy bed and snuggle to watch Dora. Again another battle within myself about all that needs to be done. Just then the phone rang and it was my husband. I voiced my mental battle with him and immediately he replied, "You don't have too many moments like this left. You better take advantage of them while you can." I thought, "What about the mess in my home. Then reality hit me. The mess will always be here but my children won't!" God has given my children to me for only a short while and before I know it they will be gone. So, my daughter and I are off to my nice comfy bed to snuggle and watch Dora. This was just one of those moments again that I just want to freeze in time. All moms reading this please stop what you are doing and go do something fun with your child, even if for only 5 minutes. You won't regret it. Hope everyone is having a great day. I sure am! I mean what could be better than your child wanting to spend precious time with you? Nothing!(that is my personal opinion)

Cookies Anyone?

Actually they are all gone already. We made them Saturday and by Sunday night they had vanished. It was a project we did while daddy was working overtime Saturday. He got home at the tail end and was able to help finish up. The kids were delighted that daddy got home in time to help. We just didn't get a picture of it because mommy was exhausted and not feeling well. The last thing on my mind was taking a picture of daddy making cookies. I was just ready to get done and clean up. Don't get me wrong. I thoroughly enjoyed it and had a blast with the kids. It is just one of those things that when you are almost done you are ready to be done for good. I feel like that was a bunch of rambling. Anyway, it is Monday morning and I feel like a scatter brain. Enjoy the pics.

Our First Snow!!!

This morning we woke up to the ground covered in a dust of snow. The kids were beyond excited. They were already talking about going sledding. We had to let them know that there was not enough snow for that yet. It started to rain and the snow began to dissapear. By early evening the snow was gone but the mountains still had plenty on them. I absolutely enjoyed seeing the kids reaction to the morning surprise. I was as equally pleased to see the rain melt it away. I do know that it won't be long til the ground is fully covered with many inches of snow and will be around to stay for quite some time. It does make everything very beautiful. I have another slide show to post but will have to wait til tomorrow to get it posted so check back then.

The cold weather is here!

We just cleaned out the garage so that we can get both our cars in it. The weather is cold and in the morning we have frost on the windows. Thankfully we have a nice size garage so we don't have to deal with that anymore. The kids thought it was so neat to be able to put both cars in the garage. They even had to get in the cars as daddy drove them in. Seems silly to us but they had a blast. I am so glad that little things like that make for a fun time. Doesn't cost a penny and we all have fun seeing the kids enjoy it so much. We have even broke out the winter coats. The house has been staying nice and warm with the wood burning stove. It keeps it nice and cozy. Everyone runs out to the living room first thing in the morning to warm themselves by the fire. The boys have even gotten dressed out there. There is no snow yet and that is perfectly fine with me. The kids wake up each morning hoping to see at least a little white on the ground. Part of me wishes there was a little white on the ground just to see their happy faces. Then I think, Not yet please.
I was just telling my husband that we are blessed to have so much beauty up here. He agreed. Even though it gets really cold and dark and snow is here for a long time at least it isn't ugly to boot! What has been really fun and neat for me is to see the kids notice the difference on the mountains each day as we are driving to school. Seeing the season change has been fascinating to us all. I have had friends and family tell me how they are still in the 80's and 90's as I am putting wood in my fire to keep us warm. Kind of funny when you think of it. I would love to be in the heat right now but I will be content with the fact that we don't have snow yet. Hope everyone is enjoying the fall beauty as much as I am. I will write again soon.

Joy Given From My Sweet Daughter

There are sometimes moments that I would like to just freeze in time. The other day I had one of those moments. I was on the phone talking with a friend who had just had her gallbladder removed. The kids were with me and had heard my conversation. As soon as I hung up the questions began to fly out of their mouths. Who was that? What is wrong with her? Is she in the hospital? Will she get better? etc... Then out of the blue in the sweetest and most caring voice Audrey asked, "Can we pray for her?" I almost started to cry at her tenderness toward this person. At the same time it thrilled my soul for her to realize she can turn to God at anytime for anything. I assured her we most certainly could pray for her and we did just that.
Her and Gregory were also inquiring about going to Heaven. Gregory has been discussing this for a long time. He has the head knowledge but we aren't sure that he has it in his heart just yet. He will tell you that he can't go to heaven yet. He will also tell you what he needs to do in order for this to be possible. He is starting to move closer yet but we are waiting for him to ask to do this. Robert and I want our children to fully understand what it is they are doing. We don't want them to grow up with a false hope. We continue to pray that they will come to know the Lord as their personal Savior at a young age. Eric always reminds us that he already has done that and will recall all the details to us. What a joy to know he truly has accepted Christ.
PS~ Aunt Andrea, do you recognize the dress???

Fall Family Football

Last night the family went out in the crisp fall air to throw the football around. It was a rather fun time even though we did get cold. It was the boys highlight of the night. I know I am prejudice but the boys are really GOOD at football. Eric caught several of daddy's throws! He wasn't really into football at first. Who knows maybe his big build will be put to use after all. We will see. Gregory can't play without getting all the gear on!!! haha The jerseys the boys are wearing were their Uncle Ron's from his high school days. They are perfect Raider colors!!! I know he will just love that since he is a Denver Bronco fan!!! Anyway fall is in full swing here and on the verge of winter. It has really cooled down more and more. We are about to get out our winter coats already! Anyway, hope you all enjoy the pics.