Dylan took this photo of me.  He looked at the picture and immediately got all excited, telling me that it came out perfect.  He said he wanted me to post in on the blog because it makes him feel warm and cozy on the inside and he didn't want to lose it.  His sweet words melted my heart and convinced m…

Trent turned 12 and I couldn't be more excited for him.  He is at an age of constant change with more and more privileges added every day.  Walking home from school, staying home alone, riding "shotgun" all things that he magically is allowed to do with the blowing of his birthday candles.  I am no …

I love how Nate plays with the kids.  I love how they laugh and get silly.  I love the things he teaches them that I never could.   I love how he acts like a kid around them.    I love the relationship he has formed with them. I love the security they feel when he is around.  Most of all, …

I couldn't go without sharing back to school pics.  It is definitely a blogging tradition for me.  A new year has begun and we are hoping for the best one yet.

"When I tell you I Love You I don’t say it out of habit or to make conversation. I say it to remind you that this family is the Best Thing that ever happened to me."

The kids have been dreaming of going to an amusement park for awhile now.  Trent imparticular has been anxious to ride a roller coaster and many of the other rides.  A trip to Canobie Lake was the perfect opportunity to make those dreams come true.   The kids tried the pirate ship, roller coasters, Ferris wh…