Let it snow, Let it snow, Let it snow

Today we got hit with a snow storm. The last snow we got the kids woke up with the snow already on the ground, so today they woke from their naps and got to see it snowing. They were again very excited! Here they are all peering out the window...

While the kids and I were in the nice warm house, Jeremy took the time to put up our outdoor Christmas lights. They look absolutely beautiful. I just had to take some pictures...

After seeing how beautiful it was and the weather was not totally awful, I decided that we would take the kids outside to see the lights after supper. So we dressed them in their snow boots, winter jackets, hats and mittens and headed outside. They were a little taken back by how heavy the snow was but we made it over to the pine tree with the color lights. They were pretty amazed by the whole situation. We took some pictures of them in their awe.

They are just too precious!!!

Love, Jen

Miscellaneous Mayhem

This post has some various pictures taken within the last few days. I thought I would share them. This first one is Zach lounging on the back of the couch. While Jeremy was gone Zach pushed the boundaries, this is one of the many boundaries pushed, but caught on film.


This picture is of the three reading. Normally Alex and Liz sit together but this time Zach wanted to join. As you can see from Liz's face she is not to pleased with the situation.


On Wednesday I took some time to myself and left the kids with the big kid aka daddy. The kids decided to do a monkey pile and daddy got it on film. Those crazy kids!

I worked Friday afternoon, so we had time to spend as a family. As many of you know it is "Black Friday" and although we did not get out and hit the stores...Alex was prepared. I guess if you have a lot of purses it must mean you have more to spend...NOT! Yes that is 4 purses around his neck.

Later that morning the kids attacked daddy and did a monkey pile on him. I think they are pretty happy he is home!

Daddy was also brave enough to eat his bowl of cereal in the play area. That ended up with him having to share...lol!

Gobble, Gobble

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! Thanksgiving is not just a time to "stuff" yourself full of delicious food and pies, but a time to reflect on the things you are thankful for. For me (and I am sure Jeremy would agree with this as well) I am thankful for MANY things, too many to list here without boring you. The things I am most thankful for are my husband and my children. What can I say about Jeremy. I love him more and more each day. He is my best friend and soulmate. He has been through all the ups and downs with me, standing by my side. We have a great relationship that we have built on great communication. He is an amazing father. I love watching him with the kids. My three miracles...where do I start...I do not know what I would do without them. Although the journey was a very rough one, I am thankful for it as it makes me very grateful to be given the chance to be their mother. Children as such a gift and should never be taken for granted. I am so grateful for the person they have made me and the things they have taught me. I love them so much. Their smiles, hugs, kisses and even some tantrums melt my heart. I have a hard time remembering what life was like prior to them and could not imagine life without them. Time flies so fast, but the memories still play in my head like a film. From being wheeled into the NICU for the very 1st time to eating Thanksgiving dinner with them. I could go on and on as they are my pride and joy. I am also very thankful for all the generous things that people have done for us. I am especially thankful for our families and friends, our support system. So I will end this on this note...as you think of the bad days you may have there is always someone with a worse day, so be thankful for the day you were given.

Our little monkeys all dressed up and stuffed full...

The loves of my life...

Ok so enough serious stuff...here are the fun pictures of our day at my parents' house for Thanksgiving...Liz wearing Grandpa's hunting hat (he very first one ever...it is like an antique...lol)

Alexis and Alex playing pretend at the kids table...

You can dress a tom boy up but you can't for them to play with girlie things...

Akexis and Zach using the toy container as a toy...why not, right...lol

Alex trying a pot on for a hat...looks good handsome...

Jeremy with all the kids....

Zach sitting nicely acting like is he not doing anything wrong...

Like father, like son...

Zach watching out the door as Auntie Jean goes out...

Liz goofing aroun on mommy's lap...

Zach trying on another of Grandpa's hunting hats...this being a newer version...

Daddy carrying Zach...Zach is having a blast...

Alexander, Elizabeth, Zachary and Alexis

The prized baby and stroller...it is first come first serve and if you leave it, it is free game...

Zach "helping" Uncle Momo find a job for after he graduates...

Zach "helping" auntie Jean with her shoppinglist for Black Friday...

A house inside a house...

Not only did daddy bring home meat to feed the family but also a new toy. Now this is not just any toy, but a house! Thansgiving morning was quite exciting for the kids. When they came downstairs after getting dressed they got to see the new addition to the play area. We would like to say a HUGE thank you to Aunt Jeanne, Uncle Brent, Mackenzie, Morgan and Maddie. The kids LOVE the new house. The kids are very entertaining while they play. They will go into the house using the side window and then come out of the house using the front window...and occassionally the door will be used...lol! Here are some pictures of them first meeting their new toy. Thanks again.
Love, Jen

Playing in our winter wonderland

As you know from the previous posts we received our first measureable snowfall. I invited grandma over to help take them out to play in the snow for the first time. With having three to put snow pants, jackets, snowboots, hats, and mittens on it is essential to move fast as meltdowns can come on quickly, so the extra hand was very nice to have. The boys looked great in their snowsuits but poor Liz looked like the Michelin Tires mascot. She is just so petite and her snowsuit is so puffy. Here they are headed to the door.

They were a little hesitant playing. I credit that to the different outerwear as well as a wind that was not pleasant. Something new can be scary for anyone. I had high expectations due to their reactions to it in the house, but never considered all the variables. All in all the outing went well. Liz tried to move around the best she could. Here she is debating getting on the teeter totter.

Zach seemed to adapt well to the snow. But he tends to adapt well to new situations great...it is easy when you fear nothing. He also showed me that he will soon be helping daddy clean up the snow...he LOVES to shovel. I need to find snow shovels for the kids as I only have a garden shovel for them. I found some the other day but they were for bigger kids. Anyways, he did a great job shoveling.

Both Liz and Alex tried the slippery slide. Both seemed to enjoy it. Once we have a bunch of snow that they can slide into it will be MUCH better. :)

Everyone tried a ride on toy. They needed assistance but had a good time. Grandma helped Alex with the tractor...

Liz hopped on her car but was too puffy. She did finally get off and pushed the car instead. :)

Grandma helped find the hidden toys and had put the lawn mowers into the wagon. Zach decided to take them for a ride.

And then after about 45 minuntes of playing we headed back in...