Audrey playing peek a boo

Audrey was so cute the other night and I just had to get her on tape.

Big news!!!

Got your attention huh?
On Monday Preston came out to the kitchen and said he had to poop. I said ok, go, and he said no, I want to poop in the toilet. So I took his diaper off and let him go in his potty chair. I really wasn't ready to start potty training him but he when I tried to put his diaper back on him he said he didn't want to wear them anymore. Well, that was then and today being Friday he has been wearing big boy underwear and has had only 2, yes 2 accidents in 5 days!!! I am so proud of him and he doesn't have a problem telling people he has to go and is doing great out and about places. I can't believe my little boy is all grown up. I am thankful he still wants me to hold him though.
Here is a picture of Preston the second he was born.

New swing set

My sweet sweet husband built this swing set for the kids over the weekend in pouring rain. Talk about love of a father! We saw a similar swing set at a near by neighborhood and Craig said " I can build that". So he did, and all by himself. The top beam almost fell down on him when he was building it too. He is such a great dad and will do anything for his kids. It has a bronco swing, regular swing, toddler swing and a teeter totter. The plan is for next year to build a fort on to it with a slide. The kids love it and I love the fun they can have in their own yard. Thanks Baby!

Fire truck

A few days ago me and the kids went to my friend Amanda's house and checked out her beautiful new place. Preston had fun playing with their dog Bella. We later headed to the fire station where her boyfriend Issac works. Preston was nervous with all the big trucks and the noises but he later talked about them and said that he does like fire trucks...............whew!

Underwater world

This last weekend was a busy one. We celebrated 5 years of marriage, celebrated my Dad's retirement,enjoyed Memorial day with family and friends and on Tuesday, we went to the Underwater World Aquarium. Audrey and Preston both loved it. We actually went twice, taking a lunch break in between. The aquarium surrounds you on both sides and above you. Sharks, turtles, jelly fish, sword fish and eels are just a few we got to see and enjoy. Their is even a petting pond where Preston got to touch real live sea creatures. Very fun!!!

Retirement

This last weekend my Mom and Dad retired from the ministry. They have been in the ministry for almost 30 years. God has used them to do an amazing work in the lives of His people. It hasn't always been easy and when much time has been invested in peoples lives and when they let you down it is hard to understand. Many people have been saved under his ministry, many lives have been turned back to God, marriages have been restored, and the list goes on. I commend them for sticking it out throughout the hard times and for keeping their hearts toward God. I never once heard my Dad complain. He put in many long hours and was away from home more than not serving others, hospital visits and more. I love them deeply and am excited for the new phase of life that him and my mom are now in. I will miss them being my pastor and pastors wife but know they will always be a spiritual leaders. Their reward is in heaven.

Audrey with finger food

Audrey has started to eat some finger foods. She is loving it and Preston loves to help her along. She has the finger pinch down and enjoys the independence. I have to say I do too!
The foods she has been eating are: MUM MUM (rice rusks), little puffs and brick cheese. She is also loving drinking water from a sippy cup.