Chip and I are now attending Sunday School each week. It's actually Chip's class, but he's still pretty nervous about me leaving so I hang out. We have a deal. He participates in the activities, and I write thank you notes or catch up on other various and sundry paperwork. Pretty soon, The Day will come and I will leave him there. Alone. With all those little girls and tall teachers. Shiver!! I'm sure this will be accompanied by loud wails of protest, but he will see that all is well.

He really enjoys singing and coloring! Every week he is very proud to bring home papers to show everyone. It's hard to believe, but he's a big boy now!

Today's picture word is 'wisp'. I had alot of assistance from Chip in getting this shot. He blew out about 75 matches so I could get the resulting wisp of smoke. He didn't mind at all. Of course, I had to sing Happy Birthday to him each and every time. I figure I'm caught up singing Happy Birthday til he's about 80. :o)

Juke Box Hero

One of the favorite presents under the tree this year was Rock Band. We've had Guitar Hero for a while and all the boys enjoy it alot. This is even more fun, though, as it includes not only a guitar, but a drum set and a microphone. Then, each participant plays his best and hopes to keep up with the game.

Tyler really likes to sing. He gets into the music. Alot.

And Chip likes the drums. That may be because he can't read the words on the screen.

Or it could be, judging from the look on his face, that he's simply found his calling. Rock on.

I can't believe how fast time flies. I am sure you get very weary of hearing that sentiment so often, but that doesn't change its truth.

This year brings with it yet another BIG change for our household. Like we haven't had enough changes recently. This is a good one though: Luke and Nick are both playing basketball! Their games will start next week. We all couldn't be more excited!

Here is Nick in his awesome game shirt. I'll definitely be cheering the Eagles on all season long!

Movie Night With Mom!

I have ALOT of catching up to do here on the Blog. I feel so bad that you've been so in the dark about all of the terribly fun things we've been doing. Well, fear not! Because I intend to overload you with experiences not to be missed.

The other night we did something very different. Usually Dad takes the older boys out to do fun things, and I stay home with Chip and prepare delicious delicacies. But this last week, I got out of the house with 75% of All Those Boys!

We went to the MOVIES!! It was very fun and exciting! We ate way too much popcorn and enjoyed our film a great deal. Best of all though (at least to me) was spending time with the neatest boys ever!

For Your Viewing Pleasure.....

I give you 'Plaid.'

Not technically a complicated shot, but very plaid.

Let's Try Something New!

Last year, I took part in a Photo A Day challenge, at least for a time. I think these sorts of projects can be very good for a person who loves photography as it really forces you to 'think outside the box.' I think I'll start that up again and post my findings here on the Blog. I'm hoping this makes me more likely to keep up with it!

There are two types of PAD challenges...one has assigned words; the other is simply any photo you take. I'm going to go with the first type...at least initially.

Today's word I'm supposed to convey is 'bright.' I couldn't think of many things (at least in my house!) much brighter than this bad boy.

Tomorrow's word is plaid...what was I thinking!?