April 10, 2015 - Looking back "We are Nuts but we love each other".

Ran across this pic in search of another today. Love that in one of our darkest moments we all managed to find laughter.  We are all nuts but we love each other. 

April 10, 2016 Looking Back "Big Mac"

We never go to McDonalds .... Ever! Malakai decided he wanted a happy meal for lunch. This is what he got. A TINY thing of fries and some pink glasses. 

April 3 - 2014 - Looking Back (Dad's Funeral)

A time in our lives that was so difficult but treasured at the same time. Love being part of a big family.

What a busy week filled with many tasks and so many emotions. The last of our crew left for home this morning leaving only Aunt Penny, who fly's out on Saturday. Amongst the tears we had a lot of laughs with our head count ranging from a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 27 (of course I was not able to take pics of the 27) Poor Ginny hasn't even woken up yet.

March 9 2017 Looking Back "Pondering"

March 9, 2017 at 6:02pm · 

This week has been an adjustment to say the least. A new work schedule, another working body in the family and overtime .... LOTS of overtime for both of us. There have been moments. Moments where Ginny swears the neighbours are moving because we fight too much! Today though, I can't help but just sit and watch ... and listen. Watch as our three teenagers chase each other around the house, watch as they do dishes together. Watch as they play games together. Listen to the sounds of their laughter, their teasing, their encouragement to each other. Watch as the oldest gets so excited about his new job that he treats the family to a case of pop, and tells me he will pay for my popcorn. Watch as the middle child floats from task to task, keeping everyone on schedule, and loving all of us. Watch how even in the midst of tears the youngest is learning to stop his anger, and call on Jesus to help him through. Watch ... as they face the struggles of alcohol, smoking, drugs, and pornography at school but still stay strong in what they believe. Today I take note of the good kids they are. The adults they are becoming. We have our moments. LOTS of moments but today I cherish the good ones.

My serenity .... My escape

My dad stumbled upon this road. It was the back road we took when the regular route became too mundane. It no longer serves its first purpose, although now it has become my serenity ... my escape route. When Fall hits, my favourite route comes to life. It is then when I take the curves slow and leisurely, breathing in every smell, taking in every colour. I have made it a habit to take my motorcycle on this route. Pushing myself to lean harder, or go a little faster. Occasionally .... I pull over to the side of the road and let my mind fill my heart with childhood memories, soaking it all in until the next season when I can enjoy it again.

Happy Sweet 16 our Beautiful Girl

My sweet Ginny!  I can't believe it was only 2 months ago that we celebrated your 16th birthday.  I look back at that chubby cheeked angel and my heart aches to hold her little hand again.  To hear her squeaky voice just one more time.  You were such a joy.  You still are.  The beautiful woman of God that you are growing into inspires me.  You are strong, and compassionate, always helpful.  You are an amazing friend.  Never change my girl.  Always keep God close to your side and listen to your heart.  Don't let others take advantage of your sincerity.  Don't grow up to fast.  There will always be time to "adult".  For now, take the time to enjoy life.  TRAVEL.  You are so fun and spirited, get out there and see the world my girl.  LOVE!  Keep on loving, as you always have.  Continue to give out those wonderful hugs, and share your heart.  It's ok to cry.  You will suffer many broken hearts, especially with being the special girl that you are, but don't harden your heart because of it.  Love deeper.  LEARN!! You are so smart.  Life has so many lessons to teach us.  Never stop learning.  GROW!  Keep reading the bible.  No one is going to be closer to you than your Jesus.  He knows your heart and what is always in it.  He knows how you feel, and what you are going through.  He may not always seem close but he will never leave you nor forsake you.  You must not leave him.  Most of all.  PROTECT yourself.  Don't give everything away until you find that special someone.  You will know when you do.  God will tell you. I LOVE YOU my girl.  I am so thankful for how helpful you are.  I love going on errands and shopping trips with you.  I love snuggling up on the couch and watching our chick flicks together.  Thank you for being even more special to me than I was to Nanna, and that is pretty special.  :D

EVERYTHING is possible when you release your fears and find the COURAGE to FLY!  Keep flying my girl! Can't wait to see where you go!

Trick or Treat!! 2017

A recent trip to Universal Studio's led to our sweet Ginny wanting to be Ginny Weasley for Halloween.  How does one create Harry Potter costumes?  For starters, one starts in July.  Yes!  You read that right.  You find an adopted Grandpa and ask him to make a wand, you go to Value Village and search high and low for some school looking uniforms and One asks Grandma to come shopping for material and unleash her many talents.  One costume turned into 5! We had a Ginny Weasley, a Ron Weasley, a Cedric Diggory, a Professor Trelawney, and a Professor Moody.  They turned out so great.