Halloween Tidings...

Happy Halloween. We have one sick dragon (Reagan) today. icky. She's got "the" (big D)...a runny nose..and nasty cough. Greyson's thinking of having a cough, too. Here's a couple of pics of the other week when Cody and Sydney (their cousins...Renee's kiddos) were here! Hopefully there will be a little trick or treating later on tonight...hopefully!

3 Months old!!

That's right....Greyson's three months old already. He's getting a better personality! :) He went through an ultra-crabby phase..and now he's fairly content..which is cool. He smiles alot, too...which is fun...and seems to be really ticklish. We went to Des Moines over the weekend. It was soo nice to catch up with some old friends (thanks for your awesome hospitality...and togo coffee drinks, Tows!) We had a great time. The kids got to eat licorice in bed..which was cool, swim, eat Coldstone...play the NASCAR game at Jordan Creek..and play in the play area. I will still say that the highlight was visiting our old church, Valley...oh..how we miss that church and its people! Anyways...here are a couple pictures of the growing lad and kiddos.

Busy, Busy, Busy...

I think I might be having a mid-life crisis. Is this possible at 34?? And does that mean...I'll live to be 68?? I mean, it feels like this is all going by SOOO fast! I blame Greyson. I've felt this way since he's been born. Before I know it we'll be putting on pjs, brushing teeth, reading stories, praying, and tucking in for the night (after a quick rendition of "Old MacDonald" for Reagan..it's non-negotiable). Where do the days go??? They should do a study....

Jaguar VICTORY!

Just had to share that Brooks' football team won their first game this afternoon! First one out of four..so it's a big deal over here! woohoo! Been lots of fun watching these boys improve on their game!

What is >97%????

That would be......Greyson's height and weight on the growth chart. Ok...my weight probably is too...ya got me on that one. Hey...and sometimes when Greyson's fussy...I let him suck on my finger. The other day, Reagan told me that she wished milk would come out of her finger, too! (milk doesn't actually come out of my finger, silly!...she just thought that cause, well...never mind) It's the weekend!!! Geoff's working a 24 hour...and then off tomorrow...kinda, except that he'll have to sleep. But gorsh...I sure do like him!
It was 88 today. Does that feel like fall to me? No! Furthermore...my mom's in Bozeman (montana..for those of you who don't know)...and it SNOWED there this morning! I guess I"m kinda homesick today cause my cousin got married tonight..and guess what? I'm not there! maybe someday??? I'm blithering.
I think I need to go to bed..

Two Month old Tankster

Here's some recents of the big boy. He's growing out of control. Nice to not have to worry that he's getting enough (thanks be to JC) He's our joy.

New Fall MakeOver...

if you know me...which you do, or else you wouldn't be here...you're not a bit surprised that I've changed the colors on my blog for fall. surprising that it's stayed the same colors as long as it had. Happy fall to the 6 people that actually look at this thing.

Soccer Girl!

Reagan was thrilled to start soccer on Monday. She's excited to be on the green team with lots of friends from preschool and church. She stood like a statue for the first few plays...but finally got the hang of going after the ball. What fun to watch!

Flag Football-Go Jaguars!!

Brooks started football this past week. Boy...was he ever excited! He was a bit dismayed that it wasn't tackle football..but still is having a complete blast!

Even better than that....

10pm until 5am!!! Life is good! I've even showered...and it's not even 7 AM! It's the little things.......

Greyson progress...

My dearest Greyson slept until 3:45 am last night! yes....that means I slept from 10p..clear til 3:45. This was revolutionary for me. Woohoo! Let's hope we're on a roll.

Reagan Tidbit...

So...my dear Brooks has a interesting habit of going overboard when he gets frustrated. (often when he's in trouble) If we tell him he needs to spend some time in his room for punishment...and we say he'll have to be in there for a few minutes....he usually counters by saying something like, "I'm just going to stay in there ALL day...and never, ever come out for one hundred hours." Reagan's been hearing this song and dance enough that the other day when I told her she needed to spend some good ol' quality time in her room, SHE countered with..."I'll never, ever get to come out......never in the hundred acre wood?" Interesting crossover there. Still makes me laugh.

Six Weeks , one day old....

About ready to cry for some reason. (this is a usual look :)

Loungin' in the ol' Boppy....

Six Weeks Old!

Little Mr. Greyson is now among the six week olds! Here's some pics of the chubby little muffin.

Reagan's first day of preschool...

Reagan FINALLY got to start preschool this morning. She'll go every Tues/Thurs from 9-11:30. She's been totin' that backpack along to take Brooks to school ever since he started two weeks ago! I tried like crazy to get a picture with her eyes open....as you can see....no luck. For those that have only seen pics of Reagan on this site. She actually DOES have regular eyes. They're even a beautiful light blue color. Maybe someday she'll let you see for yourself.

Anyways...she had an absolute BALL! And asked on the way home if she could take a rest! I think they wore her out! (that's worth the 95 bucks right there!) We're proud of you, Reago!

End of August Festivities...

Little Reagan...

Reagan keeps telling me that she was a little tiny baby when she was "boring".....think she means "born"??

Ode to my Geoffrey....

today's our THIRTEEN year anniversary.....here's just a few reasons why I love my Geoffrey.

1. He loves God...and tries to do His will.
2. He never stops trying to make me laugh.
3. He's very humble.
4. He's way handsome.
5. He'll let the kids wrestle with him, even after working a 24 hour shift.
6. He's a great kisser.
7. He's the smartest person I know.
8. He gets embarassed when people do stupid things on television.
9. He's not afraid to cry.
10. He loves to drive our minivan.
11. He doesn't complain that the air conditioning no longer works in EITHER of his cars.
12. He's quirky.
13. He has an awesome vocabulary.
14. He's not afraid to carry my purse for me in public.
15. His idea of a great day at work is being able to pray with a patient before they have their surgery.
16. He's been through his share of hard "stuff"...but isn't bitter or resentful.
17. He tells me I'm beautiful....even when I look scary.
18. He realizes what really matters.....and reminds me of that when I lost perspective.
19. He's respectful.
20. His favorite job was driving the "short bus".
21. He painted my toes...and shaved my legs for me while I was pregnant.
22. He pawned his guitar and amp while we were in highschool to take me to my prom.
23. I've known him for half my life.
24. He gets better the longer I know him.
25. He teaches the kids about God...and forgiveness.
26. He lets me pick out his clothes, shoes, glasses...etc.
27. He lets me decorate the house the way I want to...and tells me how great it looks.
28. He never wants a present for any holidays....always tells me to use the money to "get something for the kids"
29. He appreciates me and values that I stay home with our three children.
30. He likes to mow the lawn...and worries if it doesn't look as green as Randy's....and digs up the dandelions compulsively.
31. He watered my flowers all summer long while I was pregged out...even though they're really not "his thing".
32. He's a hugger.
33. He never complains about spending time with my side of the family.
34. He takes the kids with him if he's running to the store.
35. He helps out around the house....usually.
36. He's hilarious.
37. He loves people.
38. He's dreamy.
39. He has little brown spots in his green eyes.
40. He thinks of others.
41. He gives great back rubs.
42. He loves his mom.
43. He's down to earth.
44. He has great hands.
45. He's quick to say "I'm sorry"
46. He's quick to say "I love you"
47. He's a great daddy.
48. He lets me drive the good car...always.
49. He cares about how I feel.
50. Happy Anniversary, Honey!

Greyson Andrew...some more

Awesome to see this kid's working on some thighs already! Gotta love it...

Four Weeks Old!

Here's the little man on his fourth week birthday! He celebrated by heading to Kohl's with me and Reago...eating..and napping (in the downstairs....huge rain storm...thunder and lightning....AGAIN!) Last night he made somewhat of an attempt to sleep through the night. He woke me up (big time grunter) but then didn't want to eat...too sleepy. I consider it a start!

First day of First Grade...which was actually Monday

Brooks with Mrs. Martin on the first day of school....he comes home each day with a huge grin from ear to ear. I think he's likin' it...although it's tough to get much info out of a six year old boy. I need to make friends with one of the girls in his class...they tell all! :)

Yesterday while I was feeding Greyson (aka nursing) Reagan had her dolls out and was playing with them. I looked up to see her lifting her shirt and tucking it into her chin. She had a look of great concentration as she then pinched together her belly button area..and proceeded to "feed" her dolly. She told me she was thirsty........

Brooks.....

Brooks told Geoff yesterday that sometimes his "toots are hot!"......he wondered if they were "fever toots?"

We're a disgusting bunch.