Things that make Kayden (& the rest of us) smile...

Sometimes I feel like I am always telling my kids (especially this one) "No" throughout the day, so sometimes it's nice to actually say yes. I feel like I have to pick my battles throughout the day for both my sanity and my kids'. So, when Kayden asked if he could get in the bathtub with his pajamas already on tonight, I decided that was something to say yes to! I don't think any of my other kids have ever asked to do this, and honestly I was impressed that Kayden even asked first! Crazy child....

And a closer shot of Kayden's cute smile! He's learned to wink and if you look at those pearly whites, you'll notice one isn't so pearly anymore! (Front and Center) One of the consequences of this summer's playing hard. He bonked it on something and now it's dead! At least it's not a permanent one, right? Again, not something I've had happen to Ryman or Brylie, but then again are we really all that surprised with Kayden?

And yes, the chocolate ice cream on his face, makes us all smile!

OH! And also, all the comments on our new little one definitely made me smile! Thanks!

Lots of Changes....

Just an update on all the things changing and going on around here....

Not long ago we were enjoying this:

And this:

And this:

But now Kirk and Michael are off enjoying new experiences in warm weather, while the kids are back in school and we are learning to enjoy a little of this:

And eventually, a little one of these:

Found out yesterday that a year of patience does have its rewards! So far, so good. Due in April! In case you can't tell, this is a picture of his/her back side. Head, ears, shoulders, and back. We are out of the danger zone for another miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy and feeling very excited!