Welcome Our Newest Baby - Sophie!

At the end of Christmas break, we found Sophie for sale from a wonderful military family in Fayetteville, NC. She's half Maltese and half Shitsu - just perfect for our allergies.

Sophie is supposed to grow to approx. 10 lbs; but at six weeks old, she looks a bit like a ball of fur with legs.

Welcome Sophie!

Fall into Winter

Another catching up post. Emma ("just woke up" costume), Graham (HP), and Easton (Indiana Jones) for Halloween in 2010, and our front yard snowman made on the day after Christmas 2010.

A Few Pictures From the Last 6 Months

Myrtle Beach (June 2010) Picture Day (Fall 2010)

Our Last Trip to NSCS, Athens, GA with Navy Friends

Madison @ Justin Beiber Concert

Yellow Belt

He did it, he is a yellow belt! After much hard work and lots of fun he moved from white belt to yellow belt. He was so surprised, he thought he was just going to get a stripe. We are really proud of you Graham. Way to Go!!!

Master Michael (in police uniform due to last minute court appearance) signing Graham's broken board at the end of his promotion ceremony.

Sunny Spring Days

Spring has Sprung

We are finally enjoying Spring after a long winter. The trees are in full bloom along with the flowers. It is beautiful and we are enjoying the opportunity to get outside as much as we can. This also means that allergies are in full force too. Emma has the brunt of it and she is a trooper! Spring sports have started up. Emma is taking tennis, Maddy soccer ( she scored her first goal) and Graham is in T-ball. Easton is my co-pilot as I shuttle everyone around. Here are the kids in their Easter outfits. This day happens to be a little cloudy and cool but you can see the flowers on the trees. We are grateful for Spring!

Braces for Maddy

Maddy got her braces yesterday. Everything went well and now we (mainly her) are adjusting. She is soar today. Chewing is a challenge but we are trying to find soft foods that work. So far her favorite is a Chick-fil-a milkshake. Can't argue with that :)