First time at the circus

About a week-and-a-half ago we went to the circus for the first time. (Thank you for the tickets, Aunt Carol and Uncle Byron) At first Jonny and Jason were cautious, not quite knowing what to think.


But after getting used to the noise, lights, costumes, and animals, they loved it.


I was surprised at how close they let the crowd gather around the elephant during the pre-show. Basically only a few people between him and us. Boy, am I glad he didn't misbehave.


Our seats were kinda high up, but it provided the kids with a sense of safety. The stadium wasn't full, and when I suggested we try to move lower everyone protested. Needless to say we stayed in these seats.


God bless America! My home, sweet home!


Where's Waldo? Can you pick out the two men shoveling dung?


If you want to see some video clips, I posted them on YouTube. Here are the links: tigers performing, roaring tigers, trapeze, tightrope, elephants, human canon ball.

Forty Dollars

Tonight, after the kids were in bed, Jason told me "Mommy, I have a headache." I asked him how bad his headache was. He answered, "Fifty." When I was trying to figure out how much Tylenol to use I absentmindedly asked him "How much do you weigh?" His answer, "Forty Dollars."

Fun in the Backyard

The kids love playing in our backyard. They all like swinging, but Joel especially loves swinging with daddy. He gets a huge grin.


One of the swing seats broke, so it's just two hanging ropes. Jason thinks he's Spiderman.


Do all kids love water as much as mine? I can't seem to keep them out of it.


Joel playing in the sprinkler. It was the highlight of his day.


Of course, Jason had to get in on the action saying "Picture me, Mama!"


Jonny plays in the background as Joel tries to steal the show.


Children bring so much joy and laughter into a home. We thank God for these little souls He's entrusted to us.

Happy Birthday, Uncle Tom

Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you. Happy birthday, Uncle Tom. Happy birthday to you (in China). We hope you are having a wonderful birthday. We love you and are thinking of you. The boys wanted to make a special video for you, so here it is:

"Take 1"



"Take 2"

Welcome

Welcome to our family blog. We have some very special friends and family in different parts of the world, so I am pleased to have found a way to keep everyone updated with family news and photos. We enjoy hearing from you so please leave comments or email us.

Here are some pictures from JulyThe boys LOVE swimming...

and uncles that feed them watermelon...

and baths...and birthdays (Jason's 4th - actually in June)...and just being together.