Wednesday, August 27, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARCUS!!!

This post is all about Marcus.  That's right, we celebrated his 2nd birthday on Sunday, August 24th.  We can't believe it's already been 2 years.  We all had a great time and even made a trip down to the zoo in Baltimore.  It was his first time at the zoo and he really enjoyed seeing all of the animals.  He especially loved seeing the monkey "go potty in the tree".  
On Sunday we all got up earlier than expected thanks to Kenley (who was apparently more excited than Marcus) and opened his gifts.  Our biggest struggle throughout the day became settling disputes about who the new toys belonged to.  We all had a good time though and Marcus really liked the chocolate ice cream he picked out.  
Marcus has been such a blessing in our lives and has always been very well-behaved.  He is so fun to watch as he plays with his brother and sister.  Maybe we are a bit biased, but he's the cutest little boy we've ever seen.  Thank you for the last two years "Bartus" (for those who don't know, this is how he pronounces his name).  
Marcus' (or Mom's) favorite cake??
He really enjoyed the chocolate ice cream
Excitedly opening his gifts!.  Notice the new Crocs, he finally wore out his old pair.  He has an obsession with these shoes, and they're usually the first thing he looks for when he wakes up every day.
Here he is showing off his new church shirt.
Marcus and Daddy at the zoo

Thursday, August 7, 2008

Because it's been so long since I updated this blog I've decided to post a bunch random pictures of things we've done over the past month or so.  Whenever Justin is off work we make an effort to do some fun things with the kids.  We have learned, or should I say been compelled, to find FREE entertainment.  If any of you watch "Jon & Kate plus 8" then maybe you'll recognize some of the pictures.  This park is called "Cocoa Castle Park" and it was on one of the episodes, so thanks to my obsession with that show we took a trip there today.  The kids had a great time, and the park is pretty cool!!  
We have settled in and are enjoying living here in PA.  The ward has been great as well as some of the wives' of fellow residents.  Justin is doing his Emergency Medicine month now and is the lucky resident who gets the 3pm to 3am shift.  We miss everyone and hope you enjoy our blog!

Still best buddies!!

It got a bit warm after lunch and Marcus was pooped!





Kade at Perry Dell Dairy
"dirt-sliding"
Kade at Cocoa Castle


Kenley helping me make peach cobbler for family night
Notice who's closer!!
A day at Lake Redman
We let them get dirty on the hills behind the house
One of the slides at Cocoa Castle
Marcus and his favorite hippo
Marcus and Kade love playing blocks together.  Marcus' favorite part is "bonking" them down.
Wearing Daddy's hat
Marcus is probably the bravest of them all with the baby cows
Lake Redman watching the ducks