Who says American Idol can't be educational?!

Okay - I'll be the first to admit that we are totally addicted to American Idol. The guy with dreds (Jason Castro) goes to our church, and we think he is AWESOME!!!! We don't know him, we've just heard him sing at church a few times, but you would seriously think we're related by how excited we all get. Miller was wondering lastnight how to spell his name, so today at school we made this sign. We got letter recognition, math (the jewels), fine motor, art - all at once!!! Now what's more educational than that?? :)

Father/Daughter Date Night

I'm a little late with this one, but here's a pic of Jay and Laney before their date. LakePointe (our church) does a father/daughter date night once a year, and Laney so looks forward to it! Jay brought her a flower home from work that day, then they left for the church where they ate dinner, had entertainment, and had their picture made together. Sweet, sweet time.

Don't it make my brown eyes blue??

Did this baby come from my body?? I just think it's so funny how different your children can look - Hadley looks like her sister, for sure!!!

Happy Kate Allen

We used to call Hadley "Spitty Kate Allen" when she was nursing because she was so, so spitty. She hadn't put on any weight or height in almost 2 months because she just couldn't keep anything down. Now, she is on soy formula and we have officially changed her name from "Spitty Kate" to "Happy Kate"! She has always been an easy, happy baby, but now that she keeps so much more food on her tummy she feels SO good!! What a love she is. I told her just tonight that I can't imagine all the joy I would've missed if I had not been blessed with her! She is our precious gift...well, one of them...

Happy 7th birthday, Laney!!!

We had the best surprise yesterday for Laney's birthday!! Laney's best friend in the world, Payton, and Payton's mom Stacy flew in yesterday. They are so precious!! Laney was absolutely stunned when we pulled up at the airport and Payton climbed in our car!!!! She has been perma-grinned since then. As soon as they got here, we headed for the mall and went to Build-a-Bear. It was too fun. They have played non-stop and put on more shows for us... We went out to eat last night and then came back for cake and ice cream, then the kids stayed up and played until like 10:00 or so. Payton, Laney, and Miller all slept on the bunk beds. SUCH an awesome birthday for our sweet girl!!!!! We love you Stac and Pay-Pay!!!!

Aunt Lib visits!

Aunt Lib came for a business trip and got to stay for a few days, and it was so great to see her!!! She styling in this photo with her new do. The kids had the best time with her - they LOVE Aunt Lib!!!!!