Fever, we have fever!

The weekend is here again, alas! Monday, I was off with Mackie and Schuyler since they were on spring break. Us girls did a little shopping and got some good deals! I found Schuyler some yellow pants that roll into capris, a yellow shirt with white stripes, and some slide on shoes that are yellow with white stripes. How perfect for my little sunshine! Mack got some similar shoes in all white and a cute pink shirt that says addicted to love with some new jeans (with adjustable waiste)! Most of our purchases came from Old Navy and a few GAP deals too! The most I paid for any one item was 9.00 - gotta love that!

Tuesday, Schuyler came down with a low grade fever. She finally returned to school yesterday and appears to be on the mend.

Eli is getting yet another molar! He has also learned to "kick" the ball as well as "hit" a golf ball. He has a wicked back swing and has already knicked Mackie once. Since Daddy putts in the house I can't really say too much = ) He wasn't too interested in te whole Easter thing. He was content with letting his older sisters find the Easter Eggs as long as he got the chocolate.

Here is a little sneak peak of Mr. D who just might be the happiest and smiliest 6 month old I have ever photographed. C - here's just a little sneak peak for you!

Have a good weekend all!

Happy Easter 2008!

A couple of things I have been wanting to blog about. Last week I got to witness a great thing. Schuyler playing Pokino with her great grandma and her papa. It was my grandpa who taught me how to play cards and I have so many wonderful memories of playing with him. It's great to see her in the making of similar memories = )

The second thing I witnessed was something I hope to never see again. As we were at church last week, a man 2 rows back and across the isle grabbed his chest as many other members rushed to him. Mark gave me Eli and he went to assist in getting him to the church lobby. I don't know this man personally other than he is the father to one of the members. I will call her "A". "A" is wonderful woman who is a child care provider for teachers. I remember one Christmas program, probably 2 years ago, where Mack was starting to get restless. "A" was sitting behind us and just took Mack and entertained her. I said she didn't have to but she insisted. I'm afraid this man probably had a heart attack. He was probably there to watch his grandson in the Easter program. I think he is probably okay but it was a terrible thing to witness. It really hit home with me and as tears were rolling down my face I sent a prayer up to God and kissed my little boy. Life truly is fragile.

Lightening things up again, guess who will be Schuyler's assistance soccer coach? That would be me!! Can't wait. Also, 2 weeks ago Schuyler got to go bowling for the first time. She went with her kindergarten class and got her first official spare!!

To everyone out there, hope you have a happy Easter. I had a great e-mail from a friend (H - that's you) on remembering what Easter is about. Not only did Jesus sacrifice for us, but a father sacrificed his son as well.

Magnolia's

Last night Mark and I had a wonderful and romantic evening out for my bday. We went to a new (or newer) restaurant in the Haymarket called Magnolia's. It came highly recommended from several people so we thought we would give it a try. All the ladies are given a fresh rose which you take to your table and then is your's to take home. (We went for a drink afterwards and I forgot mine there = ( The whole experience was great. The atmosphere is very nice - romantic like and the service was excellent. The menu has a nice selection of items although the steak is very pricey - 36$ for prime rib. We did NOT get this! But, I believe it's top quality Black Angus Beef. Anyhow, I chose the blackened salmon and Mark had shrimp scampi. Mine was perfectly cooked - almost melted in my mouth. Even Mark, who is NOT a seafood man, liked it. We both had the Lobster Bisque (sp) soup - again Mark stepping outside of his comfort zone. And, as a Birthday Bonus, we shared a free piece of turtle cheesecake! All in all, a delightful evening.

I would like to give some thanks to my mom and mother-in-law. Mom, thank you for the beautiful baby wrap for my newborn shoots. It worked great! I'll post pics some time. Bev, thank you for watching our kids and giving Mark and I an opportunity to get out!

As for the kids, Eli got a nasty fat lip on Wednesday. We were at the park and he wanted to go down the slide. So, I put him at the top and Schuyler and Mack were ready to catch him at the bottom. Well, that would have been great had he not decided to go down face first!! Ouch! I got blood all over my white shirt and white vest (always happens when wearing white). Not to mention we had walked to the park and I didn't have my cell. Luckily, I had a kleenex to help with the bleeding and after a little cudding, he was ready to go it again. This time, I went down with him!!

The kids have their Easter program this weekend along with and Easter egg hunt.

And, we all know I can't post with out including a picture. This is the sweet baby I photographed last weekend. He will be Eli's friend = ) Who could possibly resist that sweet little face and grin!

Beautiful Bride Miss K

Here are a couple of pics of my beautiful friend and her handsome husband. These 2 are one of the cutest couples. You can tell they are absolutely enthralled with each by their interactions. K - thanks for letting me capture your wedding. Here are a few for you guys to peak at...

I have started spring cleaning. Maybe I'm hoping if I start spring cleaning then spring will come soon! It feels good, almost cleansing! My home is thanking me too. It looks so much better to de-clutter. I got to see my bro this weekend and hang out with him, which was nice. Schuyler even beat him at a game or 2 of bowling on the Wii. I'm telling you, she's quite the little bowler.

Need a laugh, I've got some funny stories. I admit, we have got sucked into the American Idol show and occasionaly watch it. The girls have begun to play American Idol with their dolls and each other. This is what I witnessed the other night: Schuyler, "Okay, Mckenzie, you can pretend to be Anna. You can start singing". McKenzie starts singing some made up song about horses. Schuyler interrupts in the midst of her singing, "Okay, I've heard enough. I like it but the end wasn't very good and it was a little pitchy. But, I think you're good enough to move on". Now, does that sound like anyone to you. Maybe a little Simon Cowell (sp)?

Story #2. Mark flipped the channel to ESPN on Sunday. All of the sudden, "STOP! I like that show. That's what I want to be", says our little Mack! Low and behold, the national cheerleading competition was on. She immediately ran back to her room and grabbed the pom-poms and starting imitating every move. "It has both dance and gymnastics. I NEED to take dance and gymnastics". Much to my dismay, I may have a future cheerleader on my hands!

I have a 2 newborns this weekend. They are cousins. Two sisters each had a child within 1 week of each other. They both had boys and the one is going to Eli's infant only provider.