March 11th

"Like-A-Versary"

Today was the 2 year mark when Rachel and Luke started "liking" each other.  This may be confusing to many of you, but it makes sense to us.  We believe in courting over dating.  Dating, in today's times often leads to temptation, giving away your heart and eventually heartbreak.  Dan and I, along with Luke's parents are teaching Rachel and Luke to wait for things.  Saving things like kisses and saying "I love you" for much later in a relationship.  They are however, allowed to hold hands and give each other a hug.  We got a chuckle out of this picture though because it comes across as engaged rather than "Pre-Courting" as we call the stage they are at now.  :)

March 10th

Today I went to parent-teacher conferences.  I got to see Rachel's work as well.  She is doing very well in school, her average is 98%.  Her teacher's say she is a joy to have in class.  This is a picture of her updo for a competition.  Good job Rachel!  I knew you would do well.  :)

March 9th

Red Shoes.

Emily just loves playing dress up with Leanne.  You should have seen her reaction when she saw Leanne's new red shoes.  

March 8th

Paczki Day.

Around the country, there are several traditions for "Fat Tuesday".  The day before Ash Wednesday, when many people of faith enter a time of fasting, and self-denial.  I'm not so sure that I agree with the "partying it up before you have to fast" mentality.....but the kids sure do look forward to the paczkis that are out in abundance this one day each year.  

March 7th

Entertainment.

Tonight for dinner I made some potato skins.  One of the ingredients was hot sauce, but of course it wasn't a lot.  However, Christopher wanted to try more....which lead to a dare to try a LOT more.  ;)

He took the dare......

March 6th

How many of you are serenaded to when you cook dinner?

March 5th

On a journey.

This picture was super-scary for me to post.  But, it's the only picture I took today so I'm trying to be brave.  I am on a journey to a new, healthier me.  I like the idea of being skinny, but I like the idea of being healthier more.  I'm hoping to reach a healthy weight for me....whatever that may be, by the end of this year.  I'm walking and jogging 3-4 times a week.  I prefer 4 times, but sometimes Saturdays are really busy.  Every day I push myself a little harder.  It's hard, but it feels good.