A Minor Obsession

So in case you've been hiding in a hole somewhere, the fourth and final book of the AMAZING Twilight Saga by Stephenie Meyer, Breaking Dawn, was released August 2nd. I have a few "obsession buddies" here in Janesville that joined me at the Borders midnight release party and also the Breaking Dawn Concert in Chicago. It was an awesome time and even got to have Stephenie's autograph my book. In the rare event you haven't heard of this book series...call me, we'll talk!
 
 
 
 

Nat's 5th Birthday

Natalie turned the BIG 5 on Sunday. She had here "friend party" on Saturday- I'll posted those pics as soon as I figure out what Josh did with them), and then we had our "family party" on Sunday. Natalie loves helping with the baking and decorating -especially when it involves frosting. So I let her decorate her own birthday brownie. BRING ON THE FROSTING!

 

 

Kalahari Part II

Since my mom lives relatively close to the Dells, we were able to give her the kids for a while the second day, so Josh and I could take full advantage of the water slides and fun. By far, the highlight was seeing Josh take a turn on the "surfing" ride they have. Now mind you, Josh has NEVER body surfed in his life. He waited in line for almost 30 min for this one attempt. During that time, I watched person after person get whipped off their board only seconds after getting in the water. So I was a bit nervous for Josh- all that waiting for a 2 second ride...lame. But to my amazement (and the amazement of the crowd watching) here's how it turned out. Yeah, I'm pretty proud of him!

Kalahari Fun

 
 
 
 
We've had a busy last few weeks. Josh decided to take some time off so we could take advantage of a good deal at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. Here's some pics of the fun we had. The two waterparks are incredible! If you've never been there, I highly recommend it. Even Katie sported her "teenie" swimsuit for the occasion. There's something too adorable about baby swimsuits.

Ray of Sunshine

Katie is a little ray of sunshine when she wakes up in the morning
Here is a little video

Requested Pictures

 

Chipolte Tobasco Sauce

This is my new favorite condiment. I put in on everything, hamburgers, tuna fish, chicken broccoli casserole, mac and cheese, chicken, steak etc... It is fantastic, It is full of smoky spicy flavor.

Monkey Toes

When natalie was born she came out dark purple and her big toe was at a right angle to her other toes, she looked like a baby monkey. Well...I didn't think I would ever see the day... but she has finally found a use for that unusually large gap between her big toe and second toe...enjoy

Happy Fourth!

Katie's Baby Blessing

We blessed Katie Elizabeth at the church on Sunday. It was a very nice intimate setting. We did it in the evening because we had Stake conference that day.

 

 

 

Crib Set by Mom

Here is the fabulous crib set Mom made for Katie. It is beautiful.

 

 

Pot o' Gold

After weeks of rain, floods, thunderstorms and sirens, the sun finally came out today. And what did the girls want to do... run through the water. The sun was hitting it just right so I tried to capture it, but the pictures don't do it justice.

 

 

Fingers and Toes

 

Omi and Papa have arrived

Omi and Papa arrived safely this evening after a long car ride from NY. We are very excited to have them with us

Natalie's Dance Recital

Natalie had her big dance recital last Saturday. She was very excited to wear her costume and put on Mom's makeup. she did a great job up on stage

Audrey's Assessment of Katie

Swinging and Sliding

 

 

 

Natalie learned how to swing this spring so I took her over to the BIG swing at the playground. Remember teh pure joy of a super-high swing, and an old fashoined metal slide

FREE! You Haul

Anyone have need of some kids

 

Butterfly and Cheetah

Tori and Natalie had their faces painted at Natalie's preschool end of the year Carnival.

 

Katie Elizabeth Shepherd

Katie was born the 12th of May at 11:53 am. She and her mom are doing beautifully.
9 lbs 1oz 21 inches.
See more picture of the day at our web album link/slideshow to the right

Audrey's first attempt

 
This was Audrey's first attempt at a smile for the picture below. They both had their mouths full of Doritos

The Girls

Some updated pictures of Audrey and Natalie
 
 

The Load

Just under one month to go. We are due the 19th of May. Nicky looks a beautiful as ever and is handeling "the load" quite well. We are excited to welcome baby girl number three. This is Lindsay one of her Laurels.

 

Spring has Sprung