We had a great time celebrating Faith's birthday. This past Sat., we had a family party.

Thanks to Uncle Kyle & Aunt Leahan for the Build-A-Bear gift card. We went for Faith to pick out her dog- Jack. Which she dresses like a girl. ?



Faith had Cubbies on her birthday, so we made cupcakes so she could share with her buddies. She loves to cook.

"Mommy, this is the bestest birfday ever" ~ Faith.

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Today, our homeschool group had a field trip to the museum. Were we learned about Native Americans.


It was misting most of the time, but the kids really had a great time, learned a lot and were able to look at real Native American artifacts. Our 2nd guide was my Jr. High history teacher. He was a very good teacher - today and years back (just a few :o). The boys were excited to have been taught by the same teacher as Mama.


Collin really liked the weapons. Will enjoyed looking at the animal skins.

Until we meet again....

Happy 4th Birthday Half-Pint

We praise God for choosing us to raise you, to be your Mama & Daddy. Faith, we are so blessed to have you in our life. You have brought so much joy, laughter and happiness to us. We love you and are so proud of our little Half-Pint.

A Little of This and a Little of That

Outside my window: it is dark and rainy. When we are home, I do love the rain. It is still warm outside. This is the perfect time to dance in the rain. I'll be back. Wanna join us?

I am thinking: that was so fun to dance in the rain with the 'lil bucks. Joy, Joy!

I am thankful for: children who love to do fun and crazy things with Mama. Also, for a hubby who does funny & crazy things too.

We are learning: how to use the resources we have to make things, predicate nominatives, how to write a non-fiction story, my 6 year old is reading, & learning to add, and the boys are learning how to be gentlemen & Faith to be a lady.

From the Kitchen: We had our favorite meal. See recipe below. You may want to try it. Kids love it.

Ultimate Chicken Fingers
(Recipe from the Bisquick box)

chicken strips
2/3 c Bisquick Mix
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp garlic salt
touch of pepper
1 egg, slightly beaten
olive oil

Heat oven to 450. Line cookie sheet with foil; spray with cooking spray. In a dish, mix Bisquick mix, cheese, salt & pepper.

Dip the chicken strips into the scramble egg in a bowl. Then coat with the mix above. Place chicken on cookie sheet. Drizzle olive oil over chicken.

Bake 12-14 min., turning halfway through bake time with pancake turner.

Along with string beans & rice. When I don't have any gravy, I use chicken broth & add lemon juice to it. Delicious!!

I am wearing: a denim skirt, light gray short sleeve sweater with a purple sweater over it- along with a long purple jewel necklace. Wearing no shoes. :)

I am creating: my 2nd quilt, costumes for our children's Christmas program at church, working on Christmas presents.

I am going: to bed soon.

I am reading: Created To Be His Help Meet by Debi Pearl. This is an amazing book. It does however step on your toes. Also, our SS lesson in 3 John.

I am hoping: That Tony is having a great rehearsal for the concert on Thurs. We will have a good day of school tomorrow.

I am hearing: My dear children's voices- being sweet to each other, sharing and encouraging each other. Earlier today, it was a blessing to hear them singing songs unto the Lord.

Around the house: toys here & toys there. Soon to be picked up.

1 of my favorite things: Tom's Salt and Vinegar potato chips.

A few plans for the rest of the week: Celebrate Faith's 4th B-day tomorrow, church, homeschool field trip, clean house, nephew's B-day party.

Until we meet again.....

Blog Launch

Welcome to our new blog!

I am ever thankful to my dear friend, Andrea, for helping me set up our blog. I am not very computer savey- so I'm sure there will lots of crazy things throughout this blog, but I love to journal & I thought this would be a great way to do it.

My wonderful hubby, Tony & I have been married for 13 years. We have 3 amazing children, Will-8, Collin-6 & Faith-3 (almost 4). Tony & his dad, own a lawn service. Tony has his doctorate in trumpet performance. (The kids love to call him Dr. Dad.) He plays in the Philharmonic, weddings & concerts. He is a very busy daddy. Our time with him is very precious.

I am so excited that God has allowed me to stay home with our children to homeschool them. What a blessing for our family.

God has been so good to us. He has blessed us far beyond what we deserve. What an awesome God we serve.

I hope you will stop by from time to time to see what our "herd" is up to. Until we meet again....