Little Girlie Gets Stitches

With the new beautiful weather outside, a lot of running and run were taking place in the yard.

Unfortunately, one particular dash across the yard ended in a head-dive onto the patio.

And so, the little minion and I found ourselves in the ER.

She was such a great sport!

All the staff came in to chat with her as we waited.

Love, Us.

Pre-Wedding PT and Prep

With John getting married in June, I finally found some motivation to get somewhat in shape.

I purchased my bridesmaid gown 2 sizes down (gulp)!

That was indeed motivating, because we all know how cheap I am! Ha!

However, I actually enjoyed the workout program that I did.

Only once in awhile did I seem to have something holding me back or in my way...

I also attempted a new look with my hair.

Washington just seems to hate my hair. 

I have tried numerous different things since this "side bang" thing.

Nothing has worked. Oh well.

Love, Us.

Early Summer Kiddo Fun

April was the kick-off to summer here at JBLM.

The clouds had rolled away (for the most part), and the kids enjoyed it in many ways.

The three big kids participated in their first race.

Patrick did a half mile, David one mile, and Thérèse two miles!

They all did great!

We attended the on-post housing "Beach Party" and the kids enjoyed the photo booth!

And, of course, they enjoyed the green backyard 

(which would soon be all dead when summer arrived).

This game is one that they still laugh about. Yes. David was the dog.

Sometimes they even snuck out before getting dressed! 

The outdoors were calling.

Love, Us.

Pudding Pants

Here are some "keeper" April shots of EV, affectionately known as Pudding Pants.

She has always been such a joy.

Love, Us.

Romeo the Jenga Master

This kid is seriously lucky good at Jenga!

Love, Us.

Easter Hunts at Home

As usual, when we returned home, we continued daily Easter egg hunts throughout the Octave.

The location of the hunt changed daily.

...as did the contents of the eggs.

I am so thankful that my kiddos are easily pleased!

Love, Us.

Easter in Oregon

Hi! Be prepared for a super-fast updated blog. Don't blink, or you will miss something!

Starting where we left off... Easter in Oregon!

It is crazy to see how much the littles have grown in the (gasp!) 7 months. 

Wow... 7 months. I am so sorry.

All lined up, little to big, for the big hunt!

The results of the hunt:

     

Yumm!!! Pancakes and jelly beans!

 

The sugar-high eventually wore off...time for a movie!

Love, Us.