Our babysitter suggested bringing out the sidewalk chalk today, which was perfect for the kids.
And later on today, Shantel brought her puppy Zephaniah over for the children to play. They love it.
Friday, April 26, 2013
Day 112 {In Which We do Hair}
We tried doing something new with Katy's hair. :)
Usually it's pigtails, but it's getting longer and thicker than we're trying some new stuff.
She likes trying new things more than than the regular hairdo.
Cutie. He LOVES getting his hair done.
And Katelyn, got her feet into the glass jars...not stuck - but more like stilts.
Day 110 {My Afternoon}
Just before Christmas last year, I was challenged by dear Nel, to get back into my own personal time with the Lord. I had been doing sorta okay for a while, but after we bought the house, did the reno's, that time with Jesus was gone. Not gone, because there wasn't time, but gone, because I forgot.
I know. That's sad. I do have "Bible Time" with the children almost every day, but I was putting my projects over reading His Words to me.
So now, I've made it a habit, that as soon as the kids are down for the nap/quiet time, I take that time to read the Bible. No, it's not as spiritual as getting up early. (or at least, it doesn't sound that spiritual) :) But to me, it's kinda my firstfruit of my time - as my alone time when the kids are down - is rather precious. I force myself to leave the dishes, whatever mess, or whatever it is that I'm doing, to read.
Honestly, while I'm so thankful I'm doing it, I do struggle with my keeping my mind on what I'm reading; it's often on those projects, the people I want to call, the mess to clean up, and, oh dear - what's for supper....? I'm not focused a lot of the time. But I do love reading the stories in His Word, and right now I'm in 1 Samuel. I had been in the New Testament for a while, and was hungering for some of David's life .
Maybe it looks more spiritual than it should. It was a rainy day - I've been fighting a cold/sore throat, so I made tea for ME - a rare thing, and lit my new candle that I bought for a steal... those were special gifts. :) And I enjoyed it. It was my "me" time. Usually, the house is a mess, and the kids are calling for a drink, or "can I get up now".... but that's life.
If you're struggling, like me, to take that time specifically for God - do it. Face it. We all have time. It's just what we are going to give up to do it.
So I'm learning, very slowly, to choose what's important.
Day 109 {What Happy Looks Like}
Happiness is when you're smiling at them.
Happiness is when you're in a pile of toys.
Happiness is when they're smiling back at you.
Day 108 {Refections}
Spring weather - and lots of puddles are perfect for kids.
Walking to the park.
Cookies and Sunshine
Rachel came over to spend some time with the kiddo's, and get caught up a bit. She brought her princess cookie cutters, cookie dough and icing, and her and the kids had some blast. 
Little hands, and cookie cutters.
Biting into the freshly decorated cookie.
Decorating friends.
Little buggaroo - Laura loving the outside sunshine.
More swingtime.
Day 104 {Chocolate Gifts}
Rachel brought me a treat - a gourmet delight this Monday. :)
A Chocolate lovers dream.
Still enjoying it... She's so good at making cakes, and other delights.
If you want to see more...check out this link.
Day 104 {Siblings}
We managed to get a picture of all the Heikoop originals (thanks to Sarah)
Rather a good looking bunch. :) Especially the guy in the back with the aqua shirt. :)
Mini Reunion
After church, we all headed to Brad and Diane's since Marlene was still here from traveling out for the funeral, (and Nelly too - here to stay for the summer!!!) and Henry and Heather came up so we all could be together.
Opa and Edwin (Marlene's youngest)
Deanna grabbed a bunch of these shots for me.
Aunty Sarah enjoying Laura.
Relaxing time.
Lunch time.
Uncle Ben "pretending" :) to give Laura some drink. :)
Hendriks birthday. We all got to sing the "Heikoop" birthday song version to him -poor guy. Sure love this nephew.
Quick shot of the girls and a friend.
Brad holding a couple kiddos while waiting for a picture to happen.
Me and my man. :) Tim took a few pictures of us - which I appreciated.
Then we looked down, and look who was joing the pose? :)
Erik wanted in. :)
Special day.
Day 103 {Uncles & Aunts}
Sarah with Uncle Martin and Aunt Toni.
James' Oma passed away last week - she lived a long life - 94 years.
Despite the sadness for the aunts and uncles, it was neat to catch up with many of the cousins, and other extended family.
Time is running out...love your family...love the Lord your God.
Day 102 {Rolling Over}
From tummy to roller over...she's growing up with such force. :)
Oh how I love you.
Day 101 {Sparkle}
Sweet Lydia - part of a family I photographed....
Doesn't she just make you smile?
Friends & Parks
We had Julie and her Lincoln - Erik's almost twin (three days a part) over for a few hours last week.
After lunch, we went to the park - enjoying the awesome spring weather that is coming to stay - soon!
Enjoying the tricycles in the backyard.
Cute Lincoln.
Running to the park, Erik fell in the water - getting aboslutely soaked. It was quite funny - and he didn't mind - amazingly enough.
Katelyn making good use of the puddle with her boots.
Going down the slide.
Julie pushing the boys on the swing.
Perfect smile.
The boys in orange.
And meanwhile, this girl is growing up.
Sometimes I just look at her, and think - wow - we're moving on to girlhood.
Beautiful Julie - with only 4 more weeks to go until number two! Such a great mom - and exciting to hear about this new baby.
Erik, posing in the evening, as we were scouting an apple orchard for some upcoming photographs.
Katelyn's joy at being told she can go to the playground.
A different slide to race down.
James loving on Laura as she waits in the car seat.
More swingtime.
Getting their swings all twisted up for the dizzy twirl.
Then back home for bed.
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