June 09 at Carolina Beach, NC

We had a blast! It was the kids' first time at the beach, Lily's birthday, Father's Day, and our Anniversary (12 years!) all on the same weekend. Woohoo!

The kids had a wild time, but they didn't like the actual beach very much. They didn't want to have anything to do with the water, and only played a little in the sand. We made them sit out there some anyway. They mostly loved the pools!

We finished the weekend with a trip to a good fried (I mean greasy fried!) seafood place. Yum!

(If you want to see more pics of the beach trip, email Paul and I'll send you a link)

Finally! Some new material!

Yes, I know. We've been remiss in posting new stuff to the blog. Once we moved into the new house it seems like it's just been one whirlwind after another! Stop the world, I want to get off!

Actually, it's been quite nice. The house is great, the neighbors are fantastic (we recently had a cul-de-sac block party out in the street. Wine for the adults, a late night of playing in the road for the kids), and the kids are loving it. They love having so many playmates and going swimming and walking and just everything. It really is exactly what we were hoping for. All of the months spent in the apartment were worth it. We didn't 'settle' for the quick option, we waited for the best option.

The top pictures are of the gameroom in full battle array. The kids still enjoy the heck out of it, but at first it was quite the pleasant surprise for them after the cramped apartment. They love spreading EVERYTHING out and going nuts. Curtis the cat loves to just get in the middle of it and take a nap!

The bottom picture shows our contentment. This is us sitting in the open doorway looking back from our screened in porch to the kitchen. A picture is worth 1000 words!

2 weeks before closing

Two weeks from closing. We're all excited! Every time we go visit the house, Jack and Lily have a ball yelling and running from room to room. They love playing in the construction debris. I love finding the nails and razors before they do.

The last picture is of a small pebble. Jack said "I have a rock in my nose." Very calm, but slightly concerned. I was panicked. Thank goodness Cindy was there to say "Blow it out."

We thought y'all would like to see the evidence.

House Update

For those who are keeping up with it. Here's a look at the new house. They're still saying end of March. The drywall is up and the molding is getting installed. Highly exciting! (You can vote again in the poll if you like)!

The swings are at the neighborhood playground, Jack and Lily's new base of operations.

Lily is at a stage now where she loves the dogs and cats. The dogs are somewhat less enthusiastic, but they tolerate it. Lily also loves to point out noses and ears. Careful! She'll poke your eye out trying to point to your nose.

Parking Lot Fun

One warm February day, the chilrens had a ball driving the wheels off of their toys. Mom and Dad dream about playing in the driveway/cul-de-sac rather than the parking lot with the dumpster and the Camaros.

All 4 at the Table

One night at the dinner table.

Valentine's Party

Here's some pictures of Lily and her class at their Valentine's Day party.

House update

It actually looks like a house! We're so excited we could spit!

Jack's 3rd Birthday, Part II

Thanks Judy, for the swords! (Did you notice Daren's beard?) There's more pictures online, email Paul for the address to the pics.