It Wasn't Long Ago!

Erika celebrated her 15th birthday a couple weeks ago. It wasn't long ago that she celebrated her 1st birthday. I do vividly remember her 1st birthday where her grandparents flew in to celebrate with her. Two days earlier, Erika began walking all around and she called 911 for the first time. Yes, back then, the police just showed up your door step! Erika was such an adorable baby. What precious memories I have of her and look forward to many more. Isn't she so cute???

Valentines Day

The decorations that you see were done by Erika and Josh. Erika worked very hard along with her brother trying to get the decorations done by the time I got home yesterday. Tim and I were so surprised!! They went to the extent of putting encouraging words on each heart that the kids thought represented Tim and I. We elected to stay home and enjoy the evening with the kids and have strawberry shortcake. Plus, I wasn't feeling well...lost my voice! In addition, gifts were exchanged. Tim bought Erika flowers and perfume. He also made sure Josh honored his sister with a homemade card. And of course, my husband honored me the same way with a beautiful card, flowers and perfume. I'm so blessed!! I tried to do the same by trying to bless Tim with a card and gifts of love! Tim and I will celebrate tomorrow by going to Rennegers in Mount Dora. They are having a big outdoor antique extravanganza. Then, we will go out to eat. I just love my husband and kids.

Erika's 15th Birthday!

Unfortunately, Erika's birthday pictures did not come out. I'm going to try and retake them. Yes, that means trying to re-create that special birthday dinner, cake and ice cream. Anyway, Erika turned 15 on Tuesday, Feb 5th. I have so enjoyed all 15 years with her especially all the long talks at 11:00 pm! She continues to grow in mature in Christ and for that, I'm very grateful. Erika is such a blessing to our home and I look forward to making more memories as the years go by.

So, you may be wondering if there is a new driver in the house? Well, not just yet....Can homeschooling students get driver's education some where?

Ice Cream Anyone?

Erika's 15th birthday was this Tuesday (hopefully I can post some pictures soon) and Josh helped with scooping the ice cream. Well, the ice cream was a little hard so, Tim proceeded to tell Josh to warm it up with his hands (meaning the ice cream scoop). Josh did what Tim told him. He took his hand and layed it on the top of the ice cream! Never a dull moment around here. Sorry, didn't get a picture of that one. Ice Cream Anyone?

Basketball Season Ends

Well, Erika's basketball season came to a close this Monday night as they played their last game. The Wolverines had a great season and won many games. Way to go Wolverines! Erika worked hard this year. She also worked hard on character. I'm so excited to see how Erika has grown over the years.... Enjoy the pictures!