New beginnings...blog-genings that is!

 

It has been a very long time since my last post.  I have been "hung up" on how to move forward with my blog.  I had to think back and remember why I started a blog.  It wasn't to brag or post picture perfect pictures (which one can clearly see).  Rather it was to give our beloved family who are so far away a glimpse of our every day life. 

 

I am completely guilty of posting most of our "happy" moments, but I would venture to say most memory books are filled of happy, proud moments.  It has been hard to be so far away from loved ones.  We are in a community full of tight families who have been here for generations.  I have to admit, I have fierce jealous feelings when I see families gathered at games cheering their loved ones on, when it is me, myself and I present at most of the functions for our family.  This has been a tough year.  Rob and I have reflected in many ways.  We have often found ourselves wondering why in the world we are in Indiana when our loved ones are clear across the country.  Our children really don't even know their cousins (which secretly breaks my heart knowing all the memories I have of mine).  This is where faith provides great comfort in our lives.  I believe there is a reason God has us here.  We may not know why or understand, but He has helped us make our life here, in Indiana. 

 

 

So for memory sake, I am going to get over my blogging hang up and post our memorable moments, happy or sad.  Hopefully, years from now we can look back and remember these years praising our Lord and Savior for the many blessings we have received.

 

 

I am vowing to no longer get hung up on posting in chronological order, but to post what is relevant to our lives.  I want our children to one day be able to look back and remember what life was all about.  Here's to happy memories and lots of love!!

 

 

Happy Easter 2013!!!

He has risen, He has risen indeed!!

My last Green Eggs and Ham reader.  A bittersweet moment!

Hoops...needs I say more??

 

The youngest is now 6!! WOW!!!!!

Wonder what he is wishing for?

 

 

Last kindergarten graduation...also bittersweet!

Strawberry picking...yummy!!

Playtime at the park!  Somewhere I have pictures of this

park when Cari and Noah were just babies.

 Campfire fun!!

First night camping in the backyard :)

A Robin chose our front porch to lay her beautiful eggs. 

What fun to watch mama birdy care for her babies!

Rainy day fun!  Water fight!!

Umbrella shield!

 

 

Fourth of July fun...line up for sparklers!



 

 

Ooooo...awwwww! (I seriously need photography help with fireworks!)

 

 

Mom!!!  Look at me!

 

I'm also hoping to begin blogging right from my phone. With life moving so fast I hope to stop and record the memories whenever possible.  Thanks for being patient with me and my lack of posting!  Love to you all!