Moosey's Birthday

Today Troubles declared that it was Moosey's birthday. Moosey is now six years old and it's high time for him to have a birthday party! Troubles made invitations with GirlofGod and invited all of his brothers and sisters, along with their favorite stuffed friends. They all brought gifts for Moosey. They sang "Happy Birthday" and cheered for him. Fun was had by all, as Troubles' imagination was fed by loving siblings.

Micropencil

Jack created the smallest, tiniest, winiest micropencil that anyone has ever seen. He was so proud of himself. He used it to do school all day, too.

Humid Friday

It was 102 today. Not too bad; in fact, that's a rather nice temperature for August for us. However, a layer of clouds rolled in this afternoon and things got sticky. What's better for a humid afternoon than a spin in the sprinkler? I'm happy to report that the humidity was forgotten and fun was had by all Littles present.

Brave Trixie!

(Photo taken by EmBlem at Avila Beach, 2011)

My daughter, Trixie. She lives all out. She holds nothing back and loves every minutes of life. I didn't get pictures of today's adventure, because she was on her own. She went with a veterinarian to do bovine pregnancy checks on a dairy.

Yeah. She's learning all about being a vet this year. The first lesson began with a glove....

This is a vet tech student demonstrating with Trixie did today:



Good for you, Dear, for learning all you can about things that interest you. Keep up the good work!

Sneaky Momma

Somewhere between age eleven and twelve my eldest son stopped liking hugs. I still sneak one in once in a while. Could be he doesn't mind as much as he acts like he does.....I see that little grin!

The Crew in Shadowland

Not the best picture, since it was taken at dusk with my phone, but I do love this picture anyway. This was taken at Morro Bay after the baptism. I love spending time with my family! Time goes way too fast even though we are together as much as possible. I can't imagine if they were off at government school being 'socialized' all day. I would not have time to get to know them! May the days be slow and long and the years even longer. Amen.

Baptized!

We went to Avila Beach yesterday with our church for a picnic and baptism. My daughter Polly was among those making a public profession of her saving belief in Jesus Christ.

What a special day it was!

5 Day Club

Most of the Lambies are participating in this year's local 5 Day Club, two as assistants and the rest attending. It's been making for quiet mornings! I love how excited the little ones are to share verses and invite neighbors to come.

Guest of Honor!

Grandpa brought the Lambies that were visiting up north home today! He also stayed on for dinner, sleep and a fishing trip tomorrow. We're so glad to have him visit!

MIL, SIL's and My Honey

My lovely Mother-in-love and her children. Thanks, Mom, for putting the reunion together and making it so we could join in!!

My Folks

On Monday, we began our drive back south. We stopped to visit with my parents and brother and have a BBQ. It's been ten years since I have seen them.



We had a very nice visit. My Honey BBQ'd superbly, as always. My dad walked with us to a nearby antiques mall. I found Vol. 4 and the parents guide to The Book House set I am collecting. Now to find Vols. 1,2 and 3.

I loved seeing everyone, including little nieces I had never met. We plan to make the drive more often. It was do much fun!

COUSINS!

These are all the younger cousins; the children of the adult cousins. They did so good at posing for the pictures!

Cape Kiwanda

This is Cape Kiwanda, on the Oregon coast. This is where we spent much of Saturday. The children climbed this huge hill over and over! I went up it only once, since I was flying the stunt kite or at the tide pools most of the time I was at the beach.

I took this pic at the top of the sand hill. Beautiful!

Fast Friends

My Girlies met their cousin M. at the family reunion. They quickly became friends and spent nearly the entire weekend together!

What a Cutie!

Not a great picture of a picture, but it's my very favorite snapshot of EmBlem! Who couldn't love that sweet little smile?

Yep...

...we start 'em early round these parts, but only on the good stuff.

Curly Girl!

Missy had such a good hair day today! She greatly prefers to wear a ponytail, but once in a while, I insist that she wear it down. Isn't she gorgeous?

Pooches

EmBlem, GirlofGod and Trixie are puppysitting for a friend that is out of town. They are having so much fun! Who wouldn't, getting to play with adorable pooches like these?!

Awwww!

Someone is going to make a great Daddy someday!

A Self Portrait

Trixie took this nice picture of herself today. Isn't she lovely?