Mother's Day

There are no pictures of ME taken on Mother's Day - but how can I complain - my kids are happy and having fun! What more could a Mother want?

Rachel turns 13!

Our dear Rachel Joy!!

The BIG surprise gift from us and grandparents!!
Her very first computer!!!

Sleepover Fun!!!

Spring Soccer

Jack playing goalie for the first time (above)
A lot of rain the previous night made for lots of mud. I think everyone was 2 inches taller with all the mud on their shoes (below)

Jack in action - in blue!

Children's Day - A local holiday

We took the kids to a very large park to see what was going on in celebration of Children's Day. We heard traditional music and saw dancers. We also saw a marching drum band. Here is what WE did!

PAMUK SEKER!!!!!

Paintings by Bri

Here is what our 9 year old is up to when she has some free time

Keith Green is one of her favorite musicians Jesus' Triumphal Entry
Hummingbird

Her own unique design

Stacey's personal favorite!

Basketball

Here's some pictures of Rachel and Heather who played Basketball for their first time.

Spring Has Arrived

We enjoyed our first Spring Weekend with our neighbors and their two daughters. It was so great to be outdoors and enjoy the sunshine and see the kids running, swinging, see-sawing, and having so much fun.