Sweetees Softball

Natalie had her first softball practice last week. Mommy was sick and couldn't make it, so Granny and Daddy filled in. Lucky for Mommy, Daddy remembered to to bring the camera and got a few shots of our tiny player.

Like our ballet teacher, our softball coach is also a dear friend. Natalie really seems to enjoy playing softball, especially wearing the cleats. The first time she put on her cleats, she was worried she wouldn't be able "to balance on them." She did just fine. In fact, watching her run the bases is one of my new favorite pastimes.

While seeing Natalie on the field brings back some great memories for Me, I can also relate to Sutton. I watched my big brother from the sidelines for a few years before I was big enough to get out on the field. Doesn't mean he's not practicing yet though!

Hot dogs, peanuts, cokes and lots of cheers! First ball season here we come! Check back in for photos after they get their uniforms and start playing "real" games.

Ballerina Girl

Our dear friend, Mrs. Amy, is teaching a little preschool dance class. Natalie LOVES it. She is so studious at practicing her positions and moves. Mom is learning a lot. Usually the mommies sit outside the door and wait for class to get over. But this mommy got lucky and got to be inside the class to take some photos for Mrs. Amy. I loved watching them and photographing them. Watching Natalie be so serious, yet have so much fun at the same time was priceless. I adore my little dancer.

Maryland Heads South

Our friends, the Farris family came down for a weekend visit. The kids had SO much fun together and the parents did too. Refreshing, semi-relaxing and fun.

Group Shot. So fun to see how God has grown our families since the beginning of our friendship.

All aboard the Mr. David Express.

Dinner in pj's.

A funny story for 4 year-olds. Micah and Natalie are just a few months apart in age and have a BLAST together. Lots of giggling.

Two year-old tickle time.

Sutton Paul (SP) and Simon Peter (SP) couldn't help themselves from coming back for more and more.

And a good time was had by all.

At The Car Wash

We had an unusually sunny and warm February day. So, we spent as many hours as possible outside. During that time, we cleaned our cars, mine and Sutton's.

"Bodey"

This is Brody, our favorite baby these days. And Sutton's pal. Lucky for us, his family is willing to share this little joy with us every now and then!

Little Sleepover

Coming across places where Natalie has played never gets old. I love how everything has been placed just so. So silly what melts a momma's heart.

Reading about Trains

"Choo-ooo choo. Woooo-woo. Shew Shew. Toot Toooooot. Choo choo train."

He looked so cozy, I just couldn't resist the photo op.

Very First Valentine Box

Natalie and Mom loved making the box for her valentine cards. In the middle of life's craziness, Mom had almost forgotten how much she loves crafting. And Nat was super excited about the cards she gave and received. Just one more unexpected, fun tradition we'll get to experience together for many years to come!

Happy Birthday to Me!

I am so blessed to have the family God has given me. Every single year they make my birthday such a celebration.

The homemade Lemon Cake Nate worked on for hours was worth every second he spent cooking and cleaning! At least, to me it was! It was beyond amazing.

A quick shot of the happy, healthy family I have been given.

And another birthday blessing: living near Granny. She made my favorite, her lasagna. Everyone invited to the dinner was especially happy I was born so they could celebrate with the lasagna too.

All in a Day's Work

of a Big Sister

After Natalie packed her own suitcase, she took it upon herself to help her brother out. This is what I found on his floor, ready to be packed.