Friday, October 19, 2007
Happy birthday, Chloe!!
Today was Chloe's big day--she turned 2!! We began this morning with many happy birthdays from the boys (who have been waiting ALL week to celebrate) and chocolate milk. She celebrated her birthday at Mrs. Bonnie's with all her friends and cookies mom had brought for her to share. Afterschool, we came home to change to go eat. There was a birthday card from Nana Jo and Granddaddy and a box from Nama. Chloe was quite excited over the talking Dora doll. We then left to meet Jonathan in Fredericksburg. We went to Target to hang out until he arrived. While at Target, we picked out some more tights and a new toy. She liked this little interactive talking book that has nursery rhymes. She played with it the entire time we walked around. Then, we headed out to eat Chinese. This will be our yearly tradition. She was in such a good mood and enjoyed eating all the food (it was a buffet). She seemed enamoured with the ladies working there. Next,we were off to Toys R' Us for some fun. Chloe walked around, more like ran, and looked at everything. She had tons of fun. We are celebrating with a small party next weekend with family and a few friends. We will also celebrate, again, in the beginning of November with more family:)) Wow, a girl cannot have too many cakes or parties! We love you and we know somewhere across the ocean, your birthmother is also thinking of you right now. We hope she knows how happy and loved you are and that we are thinking of her. So, happy birthday little one!!
Sunday, October 14, 2007
Pictures
Daddy, Chloe and all smiles
Nana Jo, Granddaddy, Chloe
Granddaddy, Nana Jo, and most of the grandkids
Uncle Danny, Aunt Carol, Cara, and Chloe
Just Chloe being awfully cute
Chloe showing off the missing tooth
Even though it's missing, she still is as cute as ever
enjoying ice cream
Keegan looking really goofy as usual
Can you say Village People?
Aunt Wendy and kids on the pier
Why are they so tired?? We are the ones dealing with the kids!September news!!
Ok, so now on to September! We started off the month with Jonathan heading to Virginia Tech to watch a football game. So, the kids and I got together with some friends and went to the Bug Box and then to the mall. It was tons of fun and a good time was had by all. The funny part is one of these friends has lots of Asian in her so she gets a kick out of how everybody probably thinks Chloe is hers:)
We spent Labor Day hanging out with many friends as well as cooking out. It was a nice day. Before we went there, we went on what we thought would be a short hike near our house. It turned out to be a VERY long hike. Chloe fell asleep on Jonathan's shoulders. She slept almost the entire time. We were able to see several deer right in front of us on the path. A turtle almost lost his life and we walked and the kids almost stepped on him. He was busy eating a mushroom. So, it was a great family day!!
The annual Davis' reunion was also held during September. We headed to NC and stayed at my dads on Friday night. We got there late, but hung out for a little while. Then Papa made a wonderful breakfast to enjoy. He also of course showed off his garden and such to the kids. We then headed to Kinston to the reunion. There were many extras included this year that we had never met. It was neat and the kids had fun. Chloe enjoyed running around and ate many cobs of corn. Next, we were off to Greenville to Danny and Carol's to watch an ECU football game. Nana Jo and Granddaddy also joined in the fun and we all hung out. The next morning, we were again treated to a superb breakfast. I also gained a new fascination for a waffle iron. So, I am now the proud owner of a brand new waffle maker!! The kids and I have enjoyed homemade waffles quite often. It was a weekend that went way too fast, but was loads of family and fun.
We celebrated Wendy's birthday this month as well as Isaiah's. Wendy and Matt came over to the house and we cooked for them. I also made waffle brownies for dessert which were tasty. Isaiah's birthday was at the Lake of the Woods fire department. The boys were thrilled to visit and enjoyed themsleves.
This month, we visited Hartland Orchard. Church friends had recommended this place highly. So, we decided to go see what it offered. It was a beautiful fall day to head towards the mountains and pick apples. We did lots of walking, but we ate enough apples to keep ourselves fueled. The boys enjoyed being able to climb the trees to pick apples and Chloe just enjoyed eating many apples.
At the end of the month, Pillar Church had its own outreach. We showed the movie Cars outside for the Dumfries area. We set up blankets and chairs and had popcorn and drinks. It was exciting and fun although it did get a tad bit chilly as the night worn on. Even with that, it was a nice night.
Well, wow, I have completed all of August and September in one day. Aren't you guys proud????? Now, I can maybe add some pictures for yal:)
We spent Labor Day hanging out with many friends as well as cooking out. It was a nice day. Before we went there, we went on what we thought would be a short hike near our house. It turned out to be a VERY long hike. Chloe fell asleep on Jonathan's shoulders. She slept almost the entire time. We were able to see several deer right in front of us on the path. A turtle almost lost his life and we walked and the kids almost stepped on him. He was busy eating a mushroom. So, it was a great family day!!
The annual Davis' reunion was also held during September. We headed to NC and stayed at my dads on Friday night. We got there late, but hung out for a little while. Then Papa made a wonderful breakfast to enjoy. He also of course showed off his garden and such to the kids. We then headed to Kinston to the reunion. There were many extras included this year that we had never met. It was neat and the kids had fun. Chloe enjoyed running around and ate many cobs of corn. Next, we were off to Greenville to Danny and Carol's to watch an ECU football game. Nana Jo and Granddaddy also joined in the fun and we all hung out. The next morning, we were again treated to a superb breakfast. I also gained a new fascination for a waffle iron. So, I am now the proud owner of a brand new waffle maker!! The kids and I have enjoyed homemade waffles quite often. It was a weekend that went way too fast, but was loads of family and fun.
We celebrated Wendy's birthday this month as well as Isaiah's. Wendy and Matt came over to the house and we cooked for them. I also made waffle brownies for dessert which were tasty. Isaiah's birthday was at the Lake of the Woods fire department. The boys were thrilled to visit and enjoyed themsleves.
This month, we visited Hartland Orchard. Church friends had recommended this place highly. So, we decided to go see what it offered. It was a beautiful fall day to head towards the mountains and pick apples. We did lots of walking, but we ate enough apples to keep ourselves fueled. The boys enjoyed being able to climb the trees to pick apples and Chloe just enjoyed eating many apples.
At the end of the month, Pillar Church had its own outreach. We showed the movie Cars outside for the Dumfries area. We set up blankets and chairs and had popcorn and drinks. It was exciting and fun although it did get a tad bit chilly as the night worn on. Even with that, it was a nice night.
Well, wow, I have completed all of August and September in one day. Aren't you guys proud????? Now, I can maybe add some pictures for yal:)
Making up for lost time in August
August was a very busy month. We began the month with a visit to my sisters new house in Maryland. It is very cute and right on the Chesapeake Bay. It was an extremely HOT day, but we walked over to the water anyway. It was beautiful!! Keegan freaks at being on piers in general, but this was was even harder since there were no sides!! We had to drag him out to get some pictures and keep him from going crazy over Chloe being free. A great day was had by all and Chloe especially enjoyed the corn on the cob.
Then, Sunday August 5, Chloe officially joined our crew and not in the way you might think. Our family as well as the Clifton family were at Burger King for supper. The kids were all in the play area having a grand time playing. They had eaten supper and moved onto desserts. Suddenly, Noah ran in to tell us Chloe was bleeding. OK, we don't necessarily jump when we hear that (too many times our kids have been bleeding, I guess). I went in and realized it was a little more serious than I thought. She had blood all over everywhere. I quickly scooped her up and went to clean her up so we could see what was wrong. After finally getting blood removed, we realized she has knocked a tooth out. Not only a tooth, but a upper front tooth and it was the ENTIRE tooth. WE were trying to assess the situation and all she wanted to do was get back down and play. The Clifton's were getting the kids ready to go because we thought for sure Chloe was heading to the ER (previous experience in Iceland sound familiar???) However, Cody and Kale had dentist appointments the next day and she seemed fine, so we all just headed home. Somehow, the Cliftons and Davis' together equal losing teeth:)
The dentist visit went well. The dentist said if she had to knock a tooth out, she had done it the right way. There were no more injuries to her mouth as seen by the x-ray. She will be missing the tooth until the permanent tooth grows in. The two boys did great at the dentist and only need a few very small cavities filled (so small they didn't even need numbing).
At the end of that week, we were involved in a Pillar Church family mission project. This involved passing out block party invitation in Quantico in the rain, helping a church plant in Midlothian with a block party, and putting on the block party in Quantico. Although, it was extremely hot, we had a great time and enjoyed helping the two churches out.
Then real life began on the 20th , as I had to go back to work. It is always such a sad day. I began a new position this year, so everything is new to me. Keegan also had surgery during this week to have much needed dental work done. He had 7 teeth taken out and 5 silver caps put in. We hope this will help with his permanent teeth in the future. He was typical Keegan and woke up ready to eat:)
On the 27th, school began for the boys. Cody is in 4th grade this year and has a wonderful teacher. He also has many friends, including Spencer, who he enjoys spending time with. Kale is in 1st grade and enjoying school somewhat. He is not necessarily the most motivated child, but we are working on that. We made the decision to retain Keegan this year, so he is also in 1st grade in Mrs. Carey's room. This has been an excellent decision!! We have already seen such a difference from last year. He has matured lots and has lots of effort and support. WE are very proud of all of them and can't wait to see all that this year holds. Chloe began going to Mrs. Bonnie's and after crying and screaming the first two days, loves hanging out with her friends each day.
So this is the official wrap up for August 2007. I will add pictures later and blog on September. hopefully before October ends I can get caught up. Thank you for all the wonderful people who keep reminding me I need to blog:))
Then, Sunday August 5, Chloe officially joined our crew and not in the way you might think. Our family as well as the Clifton family were at Burger King for supper. The kids were all in the play area having a grand time playing. They had eaten supper and moved onto desserts. Suddenly, Noah ran in to tell us Chloe was bleeding. OK, we don't necessarily jump when we hear that (too many times our kids have been bleeding, I guess). I went in and realized it was a little more serious than I thought. She had blood all over everywhere. I quickly scooped her up and went to clean her up so we could see what was wrong. After finally getting blood removed, we realized she has knocked a tooth out. Not only a tooth, but a upper front tooth and it was the ENTIRE tooth. WE were trying to assess the situation and all she wanted to do was get back down and play. The Clifton's were getting the kids ready to go because we thought for sure Chloe was heading to the ER (previous experience in Iceland sound familiar???) However, Cody and Kale had dentist appointments the next day and she seemed fine, so we all just headed home. Somehow, the Cliftons and Davis' together equal losing teeth:)
The dentist visit went well. The dentist said if she had to knock a tooth out, she had done it the right way. There were no more injuries to her mouth as seen by the x-ray. She will be missing the tooth until the permanent tooth grows in. The two boys did great at the dentist and only need a few very small cavities filled (so small they didn't even need numbing).
At the end of that week, we were involved in a Pillar Church family mission project. This involved passing out block party invitation in Quantico in the rain, helping a church plant in Midlothian with a block party, and putting on the block party in Quantico. Although, it was extremely hot, we had a great time and enjoyed helping the two churches out.
Then real life began on the 20th , as I had to go back to work. It is always such a sad day. I began a new position this year, so everything is new to me. Keegan also had surgery during this week to have much needed dental work done. He had 7 teeth taken out and 5 silver caps put in. We hope this will help with his permanent teeth in the future. He was typical Keegan and woke up ready to eat:)
On the 27th, school began for the boys. Cody is in 4th grade this year and has a wonderful teacher. He also has many friends, including Spencer, who he enjoys spending time with. Kale is in 1st grade and enjoying school somewhat. He is not necessarily the most motivated child, but we are working on that. We made the decision to retain Keegan this year, so he is also in 1st grade in Mrs. Carey's room. This has been an excellent decision!! We have already seen such a difference from last year. He has matured lots and has lots of effort and support. WE are very proud of all of them and can't wait to see all that this year holds. Chloe began going to Mrs. Bonnie's and after crying and screaming the first two days, loves hanging out with her friends each day.
So this is the official wrap up for August 2007. I will add pictures later and blog on September. hopefully before October ends I can get caught up. Thank you for all the wonderful people who keep reminding me I need to blog:))
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