Hearts Surrendered

whoa that's not a great look. 

these just melt me 

aww 

looks just like a doll baby 

what a pleading look... 

oh my goodness, I love bonnets on babies.. 

this is why Moriah is in the kitchen...just kidding... 

Jaydy 

Jayden's favorite spot when Moriah is in the kitchen 

as requested by grandma, who gave Madison these for Easter...sorry it's a little late. 

awww, those eyes look brown to me... 

yup, that's my chin for sure 

I have a peculiar family situation...All of my dad's side live far, far away and I rarely see them. It's weird, I have only seen each cousin on that side like, 2 or 3 times in my whole life. I have to admit, I feel cheated...not that anyone in particular is responsible. I say that because living where I do, I see what it is like to be surrounded by Matt's family and I see first hand the benefits to all of our children. I wish so much that I had had that same opportunity to develop relationships with my cousins and other family. I had the unique opportunity to visit with one of my cousins today. I can't tell you how wonderful a feeling it is to know she is out there. The last time I saw her she was just a little kid, like 9 years ago or so. I can't believe how much she has changed, and too how much the same she is. But, to feel connected to someone far away...cause I really relate to her personality and interests..it's kinda neat. I only got to see her for breakf...

Kids are great, kids are fun, kids keep you on your toes and never cease to entertain you. Our daughter, Jayden (4) said the funniest thing the other day. It seems her grandpa's dog, Buddy, had run into a skunk and had to be bathed several times with tomato juice. Well, when I picked Jayden up from grandpa's she told me, "buddy got a bath with a-mato juice 'cause he got stunked!" That was the cutest thing I think I have heard in a looonngg time and oh, did I get a chuckle. Moriah and I kept asking her to repeat herself and everytime she said it, we just died laughing. She eventually caught on and wouldn't say it anymore. ...yesterday I caught Moriah taunting Jayden in the laundry room. Jayden was helping her fold laundry and they were turning the light on and off and scaring each other. Moriah kept telling her there was a ghost, then I'd remind Jayden that her sister is full of it. I assured her there were no ghosts. Every time I said anything Moriah would...

cutie 

some bunny loves you 

hi 

sweety 

Madison on Easter. Gosh shes so adorable.

...I have a ton of pictures I want to post. So forgive me please, I cannot resist. My parents came down for Easter, I was so happy to have them with me. As the pictures will testify, they absolutely adore the baby. There were just as many squeals coming from my mom as there were from Madison. It was a hoot. We enjoyed a lovely Easter service at Matt's Momma's church..Moriah and I cooked, we visited, we ate, we enjoyed sitting outside, Matt played basketball, Moriah played with Jayden...all in all a lovely time. When everyone left, the house was empty..except for Madison and me. The bustle faded, and silence fell. It was an empty feeling that leaves you only with memories and maybe a stinging threat of a tear or two. I was so busy running around trying to get everything taken care of...I felt like I missed it all. Until, that is...the next day (today) I opened the pictures Moriah had been taking all day. Then it all comes back with a tear and a smile. I love to have family and f...

All of my gorgeous little girls.:) 

momma heard me laugh for the first time two days ago. I am not gonna give her the secret of how to make me do it ever again though! 

I'm so glad momma is home with me today! 

I get to see my other sisiter today! Can't wait. 

hi again 

wait till you see me in my easter dress!