At Home

After the school work was done, Hannah takes some time to color with Ben on their Sonlight box castle.  They both were quite proud of their creation.  The castle was soon filled with a servant girl, two princesses and a knight to protect the castle.  The kids were begging me to find more boxes so they could decorate some more and have several castles.

Back to School

First day of School Photos

Silly Kitty

The "Crystal" Anniversary

 Is it possible that it has been 15 years already?  I am thankful for all the years.  I am still crazy in love with the man I married.  He still makes me lose my train of thought when he gazes into my eyes...or is that just old age?  Since it has happened all these years, I guess it can't be blamed on age.

A picture from our honeymoon.  One evening we did a river cruise. 

I am so grateful God brought us together. 

Break A Leg!

The girls were recently cast in the Missoula Theater production, "The Princess and the Pea," which recently came to the AFB community center.  This was a wonderful experience again for them both.  Hannah was a leprechaun and Faith was a River Runner - she kept the rivers running in Riverdom.  Isaac chose to help behind the scenes and helped the littlest kids know how to line up and keep quiet behind the stage.  Both girls had speaking parts this year so they enjoyed that too.  If you ever have the chance to let your kids participate, do!  Missoula takes just one week of your child's time and they provide the costumes, set, and makeup.  EASY.  Did I mention it is a week of FREE entertainment for the kiddos?

Lego Play Time

The kids have been keeping busy this summer between activities by playing legos together.  Recently, I snapped a few shots of some of their creations.  Not the Lego Death Star or anything but still fun!

Since we have so many Star Wars characters - they are bound to show up in the house.

Below is the Lego house complete with swimming pool and three stories.

Sunset Beach

We are enjoying our first family week at the beach.  I only have time to post because the littlest one crashed before dinner and I think he is out for the night.  The others made another trip to the beach...about a ten minute walk away.

Here is our first look at the beach on Saturday night and a photo of our rental.  It should be a fun and relaxing week - just what the doctor ordered!

(I knocked off three more books this past week so I should still be on track for my reading goal!)