MARTA

CHARLOTTE!!!!!

Abel's first ride

Tank Update

Here are some close-up shots of the corals in my tank. Thanks to JJ
for the photos.

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First ride on the tractor

We all had fun at Grams and Gramps' house on Wednesday. Abel even rode
around the field with Gramps on the tractor.

ONE YEAR!!!!

God has given us a wonderful year with sweet (and sharky) Charlotte. She has had an interesting first year. When she was 5 months old we sold our house in Garner and moved to Durham. For the past 7 months (we were "sure" it would only be a few weeks) she has been sleeping in our non-walk-in closet. She is quite happy in her den and sleeps best at "home" but I fear she maybe out growing the pack-n-play.

Charlotte definitely has a distinctive personality. She is sooo sweet, snugly and lovable but will also so let you know when she is unhappy and wants something different (this is her sharky side - known as Sharky Charlotte). Charlotte has learned to hold her own (unfortunately) with Abel and will hit at him with an open hand or give him a loud yell if he is bothering her. She continues to be quick to fuss but also easy to sooth. She sucks her thumb only when sleepy or sleeping so this is a great indicator for us.

We love our pretty little thing so much and are looking forward to many more exciting years of growing.

Sleepy Charlotte

I liked this pic because you can really see her interesting eye color

Happy Birthday

Happy Birthday my sweet bride. I still feel this way about you.

The Zoo

About a month ago we went to the Ashboro zoo. We had a great time seeing all the animals. It was a pretty busy weekend for the zoo, so it was hard to stay together and linger over each animal. I think if we went again we would go during the week. We all still had a great time and so glad "grandma" could come with us. Daddy and Abel Man (when did he get grown?)
The group

These were James' favorites.

Mommie and Abel sporting his new hat. We had to get a new one for the zoo trip because all his kid ones were too small. We had to buy a mens cap (alot of brains I guess :-)

This is how Charlotte spent most of the day, looking sharky and wishing she were in her bed sleeping.

Boys!

So this is what happened when we added the brothers to the Easter photo shoot - crazy. A bunch of silly faces, wiggly bodies, Charlotte in a head-lock, and poking Marta. Well at least we tried :-) and don't worry no one was hurt in the making of these pictures.

He Is Risen!

We had a wonderful Easter Sunday celebrating the risen Christ. We got to worship with our church family and then had a fun day outside with our families. I got these few pics of the girls, Charlotte and Marta, in their pretty dresses. When the brothers joined in the photo shoot got a little crazy. (I will post some of those out-takes soon)

ARE YOU KIDDING ME????

I guess he really did want a "snacky".

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY MAN!!!

Daddy, we tried really hard to get a good photo for your birthday but I just couldn't put down the ducky, frog and fish, so Charlotte had to hold the sign and.... well.... this is the best we could do. Thanks for being the best dad ever!!!! We love you. You will be receiving 100 kisses for your gift - hope you are looking forward to it, we are :-) - Abel

Eno Park

It was a beautiful day today so we decided to get out and have a little fun. We took lunch to Eno Park (in Durham), ate in the sun and then did some "hiking". We all had a great time exploring the forest. We saw lots of signs of beaver activity and even spotted a fun little turtle in the river. Praise God for such a beautiful creation! (notice the sweet beaver tree)

Playing beads with momma

It was fun while it lasted.

Charlotte - 9 months

We can't believe that Charlotte is 9 months old! She is a real joy - quick to laugh, quick to fuss and always so sweet and fun. We are thankful for our healthy (although she does have a little cold now) girl and have enjoyed seeing her grow. She now has 6 teeth (I am working on getting a good pic) and can pull up to her feet. She always stays with us in church and has been quieter than Abel was at her age. She is definitely our lovey girl. Having some fun

Cute little hand-like feet

She still has slate-blue eyes

Art?

Grandma, hope you like the "pictures" I drew for you on my walls. Don't worry, mom told me I should only draw on paper - maybe next time. Love, Abel