Paul's finale

Paul's preschool class had their finale last week. It was so cute. Their theme was America, Land of the Beautiful. They sang songs about America. I can see how Paul has really matured over the past year. Enjoy watching him sing along with his classmates.

What is this? OMG!!!!!

I know, I know, I know. And, I can probably keep saying that for a long time. So long that people that use to follow my blog will probably never see this post. But, oh well. At least I have updated it.

Here are some photos from the past YEAR! I am trying to get back into the routine now that Catherine is napping more regularly and I find that I might just have the time. Enjoy the pics.

My and the kids on Mother's Day snuggling in the bed. The best present ever.

My sweetest, cutest little girl. This was taken about a week ago. She is just too precious.

William got braces last week. He has what is called a crossbite. This is where is upper jaw is smaller then his lower jaw. Early braces is supposed to help with crowding issues and more braces down the road. We'll see about that because the pretty penny is flying to the orthodontist's office these days....and fast. But, William is VERY proud of his braces.

The boys wanted a photo of them snuggling with Scooby, aka Wonderdog.

And this was taken this morning when I decided to let Catherine feed herself her yogurt. I don't know what was more fun - feeding herself or putting it on like cold cream. She will have super soft skin though.

Happy girl

This is how happy my baby girl is. Amazing! She is so smiley, coos all the time and just wants to talk. I remember the boys being smiley....but not so chatting at this young age. I just love these little baby smiles. Enjoy the photo and video clip.

Catch-up number two

Now that Paulie is in preschool in the morning, I find that I do have some time to update the blog. But let me say this.....life can overtake me at any moment and the updates may have to be put on the back burner. It is just what happens sometimes. So, with that said....here are some great photos from the past few weeks.

This is ONE of my favorites!!!!! I love this pic....Aunt Sara so sweet and smiley holding sweet, little Catherine as she smiles so big. It is just the sweetest, cutest photo ever taken!!!! Frameworthy is not enough.


This is a picture of William....IN TIME OUT....FOR BEING MEAN TO THE DOGS!!!! Seriously!??!!??! I caught William hitting Kyra so he had to go sit in timeout and the next thing I know I see that Kyra has joined him in time out on her own. The purpose of time is not going to be accomplished if the unconditional love of a pooch is involved....that I have learned. But I do love this pic.

William and Aunt Sara made a deal. If he did some chores at the house she would pay him for his work. So he instantly got up and cleaned the ENTIRE kitchen ALL BY HIMSELF. I had to take a picture because I was amazed and proud of him....and because I knew it would not happen again. And....it hasn't. Or at least without complaining. He did a great job.

Catherine's routine in the morning was to take a morning nap...on the kitchen counter. For some strange reason she really enjoyed laying on the island. Here are some great photos of her at Aunt Sara's house.

We went and had dinner at Grandma and Grandpa Capozzoli's house in Kennasaw one night. Paulie had to excuse himself to go potty and this is what we were greeted with when he asked for assistance. Too cute to not take a pic! My little reader.

Before going to Aunt Sara's for vacation, we decided Kyra should come for a visit. Here is William (and Kyra) happy and content driving home.

And lastly, here are some photos of us suiting up to head into to have Catherine make her appearance. We did not get to document this fabulous outfit for Kevin when Paulie arrived, so now was the time to seize that opportunity.

A visit with Aunt Sara

The boys and I went to spend some time with Aunt Sara while Daddy was away on a work trip. The drive down with all three kids went smoothly....and I did it by myself! The week was filled with fun and little trips around Atlanta.

We spent most of the time visiting a bouncy house and burning off energy. The boys loved it and I was able to finish our book for this month's selection. We also were able to spend some time with Grandma and Grandpa Capozzoli. The boys had a sleep over at their Atlanta home and spent the next day at the Georgia Aquarium. Mommy was able to relax and rest with just baby girl Catherine at Aunt Sara's home. What a nice treat!

We went to visit Aunt Sara at work and met some of her co-workers. We had a few cookouts with friends and did some back to school shopping. It was a great vacation, but now we are trying to get back into our normal routine. Here are some photos from our time in the ATL.

My kitchen cart

Since Kevin has become a woodworker, I have created a list of necessary items for him to make. A kitchen chart was added to the list and it was completed about two weeks ago. I love it! He made the butcher block and cart out of red oak. The legs and shelf were stained to match the kitchen cabinet. I have used it every day and absolutely love it! It is counter height which allows me to wheel it around from counter to counter. Now all I have to do is think up more projects to keep him busy.

More camping videos

I had to take a video of the ducks that would visit our table during our meals. The boys sure did like feeding them.