DIY Children's Photo Shoot

In the midst of just living a busy life with three little ones, we neglected to get professional photos done of the kids this year.  Normally, I drag them into a studio around their birthdays.  This involves carefully picking out their clothing, perfectly combing their hair, bribing them to smile naturally, then agonizing over which pose to select.  This year, we opted for a do-it-yourself photo shoot of the kids, and we must say the results were not too bad.  (I think they're spectacular! --Mike) We love the new photos on our fireplace mantel - three adorable kids, all smiles. What more could you ask for?

Lauren - Age 3:

Kyle - Age 6:

Cameron - Age 9:

Cameron's 9th Birthday

In early October, we celebrated Cameron's 9th birthday.  Wow, where is the time going?  We had a small party with our Minnesota family on the Saturday before his birthday and a nice family dinner on the day of his birthday.  Happy 9th Birthday Cameron.  We love you to the moon and back. 

 Pokemon Cards - Just what he wanted.

 Books and Board Games

Great Pokeball Cake - Thanks to Grandma Judy 

Happy 9th Birthday Cameron!!!

Labor Day Weekend Fun

Oh yes, I am really far behind in my posting.  Flashback to a beautiful labor day weekend...it was hot, sunny, and a perfect time to be outdoors especially since school would be starting in just a few short days.  One lovely family outing was to Tamarack Nature Center.  The kids enjoyed splashing in the water, hunting for vegetables in the garden, climbing the rock walls, and building forts with sticks. 

 Playing Eye Spy at the Recycled Frog Sculpture

Cameron, on Top of the World 

 Kyle, Loved to Build with Sticks

Lauren, Time to Cool Down