The Fam

In family life, love is the oil that eases friction, the cement that binds closer together, and the music that brings harmony.-- Eva Burrows

So, as it began, there was only John and I... and then came Emma. Since then, our family has grown, and continues to do so.

John is a great father and husband. He works hard and does all he can for us. He is wonderful!: ) Right now he is getting excited that hunting season is just around the corner! He is a perfect role model for the boys, especially with farming. They love the farm, just like their daddy!


Emma is in first grade. She loves her teacher, but has reported that she does not love the work. She says Kindergarten was better because she had naptime... funny thing is that she never napped! Imagine that?!?! She loves animals and the outdoors. She is a pleasure, but thinks a lot and sometimes too much! She is wonderful all the way around and is full of love- what an excellent big sister!

Jackson is in Preschool, going to a 5-day a week AM UPK, then to the Christian Preschool 2 afternoons a week. He LOVES school! I am grateful for that. He has been somewhat of a "difficult child," but is blossoming into a nice boy who loves to help mommy and work at the barn with daddy. Of course, he loves tractors and animals- the whole farm scene!

Nolan is a corker! He loves to get attention by being funny and acting the clown. He is a quick little whipper-snapper. His greatest love is the farm. He wakes up and farms in the living room until he can go to the real barn, then to his farm inside until he goes to bed. Well, he surely has the dedication of a farmer! :) He is going to the afternoon Preschool with his brother and thoroughly enjoys it. He is always singing and telling us what he learned. He is a lot like Em in many ways- it is neat how they are alike and different!

Matthew is doing great. He just got over hand-mouth-and foot- thankfully! There is nothing to help take care of it, except Motrin for pain relief... what a long week with many late or all-nighters! But, other than that, he is wonderful. He is getting around, pulling himself up on things. He loves to dance when helped to stand up. He is a chatterbox, but only says mama and dada-when he wants to! :) He'll be 10-months old at the end of the week already! Time flies... as all moms know! Unfortunately, my camera is broke and no pictures got put on the computer, so his picture is not on here... give me some time and he will show up! :)

Baby Girl is due in February. She likes to kick on the right side, but is quiet for the most part. I bought the first item of clothing for her yesterday- I guess you could say I am really beginning to get excited! The siblings are excited too, especially Em who had to live through having 3 brothers before getting this sister she has desperately wanted! We're at 22 weeks now- over half way there!

That is it for now...we're one big, happy family!

Families are the compass that guide us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights, and our comfort when we occasionally falter.-- Brad Henry