Sunday, October 28, 2012
Fall is here!
Fall is finally here in North Carolina, and what better way to celebrate than playing in the leaves!!!!
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Monday, October 22, 2012
M & M Wedding Week
As most of you know, we went home to Buffalo for 7 days to endure in some exciting familly events. Mike & Michelle got married and my Grandma Louise turned 90. Over the course of a week I took 300 plus pictures. I obviously can't post them all, so I will select a few of my favorites.
To begin our adventure we decided to drive. We thought we had a grand idea of driving through the night so the kids would sleep. NOT! On the way to Buffalo, let see.....Kids were up until almost 2 am, they took turns crying, we sworved to avoid a GIANT deer but ran over him anyway, came to a stop for an hour behind an accident that had to mercy flight people out, and exhaustion was an understatement. (PHEW!!) On our return trip back home I hoped and wished our trip would go smoother. Nope! Well, the kids slept significantly more this time around, but Zack and I were so tired from the weeks events that we had trouble staying awake. We had to switch drivers every 2 hours. Everytime I got behind the wheel it would rain and heavy fog would set in. I could barely see the front of our car, let alone the road. Dark, mountains, rain and fog = Julie freaking out. So after 3 panic attacks I gave up and Zack was forced to drive while I tried to keep him awake. WORST CAR RIDES EVER!
Now on to the best part of the trip!!! Family & Fun! We had a wonderful week visiting with all of our families. We got to see both sets of Zack's parents, my sister, my family and extended family, and of course the bride and groom. What can I say? Watching my Grandma turn 90 was awesome. As long as I'm healthy, I hope to live that long. She was taken back by all of the celebrations that took place in her honor. And for my baby brother marrying the girl of his dreams....well, for as happy as I am, I must admit I had my teary moments. Mike is the best brother a sister could ask for. We've shared in so many memories. I was his second Mom and he was my little buddy. He is one of reasons I have a hard time living away from home. Too much distance between me and my little buddy, who is now all grown up. Watching him prep for his wedding day was surreal. Everything was wonderful and I am so proud of him. The wedding was beautiful and our family was honored to be apart of the big day.
Side note: My pictures only include one from the wedding. We haven't had a chance to see any of the wedding day photos. So once I get my hands on some, I'll be happy to share. The photos I took were from our visit.
Dylan & Sophia coming down the isle! So cute!
Click to view slide show. It may take a minute to pop up. I tried something new.
To begin our adventure we decided to drive. We thought we had a grand idea of driving through the night so the kids would sleep. NOT! On the way to Buffalo, let see.....Kids were up until almost 2 am, they took turns crying, we sworved to avoid a GIANT deer but ran over him anyway, came to a stop for an hour behind an accident that had to mercy flight people out, and exhaustion was an understatement. (PHEW!!) On our return trip back home I hoped and wished our trip would go smoother. Nope! Well, the kids slept significantly more this time around, but Zack and I were so tired from the weeks events that we had trouble staying awake. We had to switch drivers every 2 hours. Everytime I got behind the wheel it would rain and heavy fog would set in. I could barely see the front of our car, let alone the road. Dark, mountains, rain and fog = Julie freaking out. So after 3 panic attacks I gave up and Zack was forced to drive while I tried to keep him awake. WORST CAR RIDES EVER!
Now on to the best part of the trip!!! Family & Fun! We had a wonderful week visiting with all of our families. We got to see both sets of Zack's parents, my sister, my family and extended family, and of course the bride and groom. What can I say? Watching my Grandma turn 90 was awesome. As long as I'm healthy, I hope to live that long. She was taken back by all of the celebrations that took place in her honor. And for my baby brother marrying the girl of his dreams....well, for as happy as I am, I must admit I had my teary moments. Mike is the best brother a sister could ask for. We've shared in so many memories. I was his second Mom and he was my little buddy. He is one of reasons I have a hard time living away from home. Too much distance between me and my little buddy, who is now all grown up. Watching him prep for his wedding day was surreal. Everything was wonderful and I am so proud of him. The wedding was beautiful and our family was honored to be apart of the big day.
Side note: My pictures only include one from the wedding. We haven't had a chance to see any of the wedding day photos. So once I get my hands on some, I'll be happy to share. The photos I took were from our visit.
Dylan & Sophia coming down the isle! So cute!
Click to view slide show. It may take a minute to pop up. I tried something new.
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Monday, October 15, 2012
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Saturday Fun
I've been trying to post pictures for those of you that like to keep up with the kids and our family happenings.
I've been finding that not much is going on, or maybe too much is going on, Hence the short posts.
The kids have a way of keeping me busy!
Today I tried to capture our fun day. This morning we went to the 3rd annual Holly Springs Chili Cook Off.
We tried chili from restaurants and individuals who entered. It was tasty! Especially on a cool, breezy, 60 degree day!! The highlight of Emersyn's morning was her cheese crackers, while Dylan enjoyed sitting on a fire truck.
In the afternoon we took the kids to the park. Emersyn and Dylan love being outside, so naturally we had a blast.
On a side note: I'm in the process of uploading pictures from our week in Buffalo. It's taking me awhile, so stay tuned.
I've been finding that not much is going on, or maybe too much is going on, Hence the short posts.
The kids have a way of keeping me busy!
Today I tried to capture our fun day. This morning we went to the 3rd annual Holly Springs Chili Cook Off.
We tried chili from restaurants and individuals who entered. It was tasty! Especially on a cool, breezy, 60 degree day!! The highlight of Emersyn's morning was her cheese crackers, while Dylan enjoyed sitting on a fire truck.
In the afternoon we took the kids to the park. Emersyn and Dylan love being outside, so naturally we had a blast.
On a side note: I'm in the process of uploading pictures from our week in Buffalo. It's taking me awhile, so stay tuned.
Friday, October 12, 2012
Shamu & You Walk
The Shamu & You Family Walk was on October 6th in San Diego. This walk raised over $10,000, which goes towards Craniosynosyosis research and to help the affected families.
Emersyn was registered as a virtual walker since we couldn't attend. The virtual walkers names were posted outside the teams tent. The team name was Cranio Angels and the mascot was a Cranio Monster. (Seen below)
Emersyn got her monster in the mail last week and the T-shirt is on the way.
Also, the word and awareness is spreading about this condition. The woman who runs the Cranio Angel Network has done a fabulous job providing families with information, resources, and the cute headband/skull caps. Currently there are 601 angels in 17 countries. And those are the known cases of Craniosynosyosis. Who knows how many unidentified cases there might be.
We've gone through this amazing journey with our little angel and will be happy to help spread the word.
Emersyn was registered as a virtual walker since we couldn't attend. The virtual walkers names were posted outside the teams tent. The team name was Cranio Angels and the mascot was a Cranio Monster. (Seen below)
Emersyn got her monster in the mail last week and the T-shirt is on the way.
Also, the word and awareness is spreading about this condition. The woman who runs the Cranio Angel Network has done a fabulous job providing families with information, resources, and the cute headband/skull caps. Currently there are 601 angels in 17 countries. And those are the known cases of Craniosynosyosis. Who knows how many unidentified cases there might be.
We've gone through this amazing journey with our little angel and will be happy to help spread the word.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Mr. Imagination
Dylan is into imaginative or pretend play. It's cute to watch and fun to join in.
Tonight he was a superhero who saves animals.
Tonight he was a superhero who saves animals.
Fire Safety Day
Today was fire safety day at the Learning Center. Two fireman came and spoke to the kids. Each child had a turn to sit in the drivers seat of a fire truck.
Check out this cute driver!
Check out this cute driver!
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