Happy 7th Birthday my sweet Audrey!

Today was Audrey's 7th birthday and we really enjoyed celebrating!!! First, she got to pick what movie she wanted to go see. She decided on Despicable Me. The kids really laughed a lot through out the movie. For me, the beginning was slow getting into but then it turned out to be an ok story. There were some funny parts though! :) Then we went out to dinner and came home for cake and ice cream. Last but not least she opened her presents! She dressed up as a princess for the day and LOVED it when everyone told her how beautiful she was! It was a successful birthday celebration all in all. We love you so much Audrey! Happy Birthday!

Photo Shoot

Saturday night I took the kids and did a photo shoot. Eric really didn't want to do many pictures but he did want a few. Gregory was interested in having his picture taken but Audrey was LOVING it. Audrey loves to be in front of the camera and really has a lot of fun with it. Greg enjoys it but only for a limited amount of time. Eric does not prefer to have his pics done but knows how much his mama loves taking them so he obliges. We really did have loads of fun even though it was 110 degrees outside when we took them! I just thought I would post about our experience. If you want to see more of them I have them posted on my FB account as well. :)

YUM!

I was reading someone else's blog and came across the recipe for home made Orange Julius drinks. I decided to give it a try and it was a huge hit with the whole family! We have had the drink several times since then. For those interested in the recipe here it is. This made enough for all 5 of us!
2 c Orange Juice
1 c Milk
1 c Ice
1/4 c Sugar
1/4 c Powdered Sugar
1 tsp Vanilla

Add all six ingredients to blender and blend until smooth, about 15-20 secs. Pour in a glass and top with whip cream!

I enjoy finding something so easy and cheap to make at home, not to mention delicious!!! Enjoy!

Enjoying The Simpler Things In Life!

The other night we had a thunder storm with lightning. It was pouring down rain. I suggested to the kids that maybe they would like to go play outside. At first they thought I was crazy! They just gave me a strange look. Well, the puppy needed to be taken outside to go potty so I told Gregory to take him out. He did and came back in asking to play out in the rain. All three kiddos decided to head on out. Well, it was just as difficult to bring them in as it was to convince them at first to go out! :) They had a blast and loved every minute of it. It made quite a mess when they came in and left me with extra laundry but I will take it in exchange for the happy smiles it put on their faces and even better yet, it didn't cost me a penny!!! I'm so glad that we can enjoy God's creation even the rain! I hope and pray each of you take the time to enjoy seeing your kids happy with the simple things in life. These days go so quickly so we must enjoy them while we can!