Well, it's January '09 and here I am writing about Thanksgiving! Shows you how this crazy mom of four loves to live life....and doesn't always take the time to document it as I go. But alas, the pictures are all there....just stuck on my computer at the bottom of a pile of things to do when I have "more time". After 12 years of marriage, a bunch of kids, a couple of degrees, and a few life experiences, I've finally realized that more time never comes. What?! You already knew that? Guess I'm a little slow to master this one. So since I will always have just 24 hours in a day, I've decided to just enjoy it more instead of trying to get so many durn things accomplished!
for the most precious little one-year old boy who continually makes us laugh and take life less seriously. He is the best cuddler, loves to babble my name about a hundred times a day, and loves to brush his teeth with any toothbrush he can find in any bathroom in any drawer. I could just eat him up in his footie pjs!And for the most animated six-year old, toothless blonde cutie. Faith Anna is me made-over, I swear! She is Miss organized, go-getter, loves school, loves to make-believe the most hilarious, intricately detailed things, and is always singing, dancing and doing gymnastics over any available piece of furniture in the house. She totally cracks us up.
for my handsome husband....my perfect partner in crime. I love you so much, Luke. Can't imagine doing this journey without you by my side.
for second chances....
for new life. For brothers. For God's creativity and craftsmanship....
for the best mother-in-law a girl could ever ask for. Boo, you have given me such a gift over the last 8 years...the gift of time. You are truly one of the most generous people I know.
for an awesome brother-in-law who has enriched my life so much.....not to mention the kids adore him!
for cute little furry puppies that make Beth smile....even though we all know that big dogs are best. :)
for family...and friends. Man, God has blessed us so so much!
for my handsome husband....my perfect partner in crime. I love you so much, Luke. Can't imagine doing this journey without you by my side. And my Logan... you are growing into such a fine young man. And a tall one...you're about to outgrow your mama! I love your tender heart, Logan. You are going to be the best husband and dad one day.
for second chances....
for new life. For brothers. For God's creativity and craftsmanship....
for the best mother-in-law a girl could ever ask for. Boo, you have given me such a gift over the last 8 years...the gift of time. You are truly one of the most generous people I know.
for an awesome brother-in-law who has enriched my life so much.....not to mention the kids adore him!
for cute little furry puppies that make Beth smile....even though we all know that big dogs are best. :)
for family...and friends. Man, God has blessed us so so much! 
