Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Have to write it so I don't forget it

So, every night, we share a scripture story with the boys. Last night, I talked about Hannah. We talked about how she prayed and prayed to have a baby. I explained that she was blessed with Samuel, and that Harrison (Samuel Harrison) is named after him because I love this story. I shared a quick testimony about prayers and reminded the boys that we'd prayed alot as a family to have another baby- and now are blessed with Lincoln.
All was well... After family prayer, brushing teeth, going potty, and songs, it was time for individual prayers. Sometimes we wonder what our kids get from our efforts to teach, right? Here's what that story prompted Asher to request in his prayer:

"Please bless Mommy that she will have one hundred and sixty, eighty babies.... and that they will all be boys... tomorrow."

Whoa!

Sunday, June 14, 2009

Happy Birthday, Harrison!!!



May 31, 2003 was the day our first baby came to live with us. One moment you're a couple, the next moment, you're a family. Thank you, Harrison, for all you are and do to keep making us a family. We love you. And we're happy you think your remote control helicopter is the "best birthday present ever!"

And, for those who know, that's a french chocolate fudge football cake. Yummy!

Can you believe it? I dressed myself to go to my friend's house.


How to get Asher's look:

1. blue and white striped socks
2. red soccer socks
3. rain boots

be sure to pair with shorts!

Perfect!

Congratulations on graduation from Kindergarten, Harrison! We love you and are so proud of you. Mrs. Hadland was the best teacher ever!


Guardasaurus


When Lincoln was just a few days old, Harrison came into our room with a favorite stuffed animal, Dino. Dino was armed to the teeth- literally. Harrison's explanation was that now he was all ready "to protect baby Lincoln."

Notice the sword, the helmet, the shield, the spear, the bow, and the quiver- which used to be full of arrows...

Dino still sits on the dresser by the crib.

Watching.

Two goals for Harrison. Two goals for Asher. Soccer's done and Summer's begun!

The Bear Cave


Last Fall, Asher learned about bears at preschool. Since then, Harrison, Mom, and Dad have all tasted thousands of pretend berries (you use your paws for those) and fish (these you must snatch directly in your jaws). We've also consumed thousands of pints of imaginary honey- watch out for the bees!

What's the best part about being a bear? Making cool bear caves... Though Mommy has to admit that playing bears sometimes includes convincing Asher it's time for a little hibernation.

Asher's Birthday







Fishies, Fishies, Everywhere! Asher's birthday was in March, but because of baby Lincoln's arrival, we had his belated b-day party recently. We all especially liked the water pinata-- a fun idea I found online. We filled a blue trash bag with water and water toys for some splash and scramble fun.