Splish Splash

A few weeks ago, I took the kids to a water pad (not sure if that's what it's really called) since we haven't opened the pool yet. They had a great time. Here is Emily getting dumped on. Last year she would not have stuck around. She's braver this year. Alyssa had fun but got cold quickly. Here she is shivering. :-)

Anna just giggled and giggled. Who knew water could be so fun!
And little Eli....he still isn't walking so I had to help him. However, it was just one week after little Max was born and the bending over to hold him up was hurting me. (and I didn't want to get wet) So he had shorter increments of water time and he LOVED every second.

In between Eli's water times, he sat on the bench watching his sisters just laughing and laughing.

We're planning another trip to the water pad later this week!

Alyssa turned 6!

I can't believe it but Alyssa is 6! Her birthday was May 26th. Here are all the kids with her cake on her actual birthday. Here is Alyssa at her party. (The cake is supposed to be a beach ball....just go with it.)
We are blessed to be the parents of this sweet and caring little angel. She is commonly known as Eli's second mom. Alyssa has a heart for the Lord and we couldn't be more proud of her. Happy Birthday, Alyssa! We love you!

Eli's Heart

Eli is checking out his new little brother. Well, it has been exactly one month since Eli's heart procedure. He is doing great. As a matter or fact, he seems to be feeling so much better...I can't keep up with him. :-) We are thankful for everyone's prayers and for God's healing hand. We are still praying for him to start walking and talking - but we feel like that day is coming soon! Thanks everyone!

Welcome Baby Max!

Maxwell Isaac arrived on May 12, 2009 at 8:57am

weighing in at a healthy 8 lb. 10 oz and 20 3/4 inches long.
Our first family picture!

All snuggled up!
More pictures coming soon!