Bananas Over Baking

Ian helped me bake banana bread today. Let me rephrase that. Ian insisted that he help me bake banana bread today.

Ian's Tile

Here is the beautiful tile my mom made after Ian's surgery that will be featured in the newly constructed Mott Children's Hospital in 2011. We will gladly look for it as VISITORS ONLY! Thank you, Buba, for adding a touch of your creativity to our journey with our Tree of Life.

Pickle Man!

Who Is Scaring Who?

Doctor Greer's Diagnosis

Greer gave me a diagnosis of my sick bear. Hmmmm she talks with her hands a lot. I wonder who she takes after?!

The Doctors Are In

Bear and I had a physical today by two of the top doctors in the.....house. :)

Early Morning Shopping

Ian and Greer did some early morning ( 6 AM) grocery shopping for their restaurant.

Looking great, Ian!

Chemo Relief

After Day 1 of chemo, Ian found relief in Oreos.....eat the whole darn bag if it takes the yucks away, was my theory!

Two Days of Chemo....

For the net two days, Ian has outpatient chemotherapy. Keep him in your thoughts as the infections /and or fevers will come early next week.

Sledding Spectacular

We had great weather to get out for some fresh air. We decided on a family favorite.....sledding!

The mud got the best of Greer's bottom today.......

Determination.......

Four Year Check Up

Greer went this morning for her 4yr. well check and all is good. She is growing right on track as we had no doubts. We opted to not get any live virus vaccinations until we check with U of M. She can go another yr without them so why chance it. The only kid alive who was disappointed not to get 4 shots today. I eased the pain by getting her a Reese's to split :) with me and a Slurpee. I think she has recovered.

Can't Stomach The Thought.....

Greer made me toast this morning for breakfast......Any takers? Those who know me well, know that I like basically warm bread (Webster would not even define it as toast). So when this appeared for me to consume....well, even a mom has to draw the line and ask for a retoast. A+ for effort, Greer. I'm sure Rachel Ray has even burnt toast. :)

Good Lookin' Kid

I just love this picture of Easton on his field trip to the museum. Half way to first grade where we will cause trouble TOGETHER!

Sleeping Beauty

Greer was ready for a nice relaxing night of sleep. She is so darn cute!

Trial run....

We did a trial run last night with Ian in the bottom bunk. Not so good. At 12:30 I found myself rotating children in their beds to the floor and myself laying on the floor half on ~ half off a bean bag, holding a 2 yr. old's hand to soothe him back to slumberland. You would think this would make one upset. Instead I found myself smiling because I had all three kids in one bedroom as I lay uncovered, uncomfortable, yet so content as I listened to them breathe in sync. In due time Ian will get comfty. Until then, I will lay where ever it makes him happy as long as we sleep. :)

More Meatball Workers

Meatballs ~meatballs ~meatballs!

I barely got to roll a meatball this time. My workers took over the job.

That's all fine as long as they don't give away the family recipe. :)

Ready,Set, Snow!

Ian was more than ready to hit the outdoors and play in the perfect snow.

Be Mine....

Heather spoils Greer rotten when we go to the salon. Not only does she give her a mannequin to do hair with, but she gives her an adorable look for the day.
Thanks, Heather! Happy Valentine's Day.

Can This Be?

Today I met Lilly Ann.....can this really be that Jennifer Bosco is a Mom?! It feels like just a few years ago she and Christine needed me to drive them all over Bay City to swim, piano, cheerleading.... I am so proud of her. She is a wonderful mother, a true natural. Congrats to Jennifer and Andy on their 8 week bundle of cuteness.

Good intensions

Today, Greer had good intensions of being "not stinky". She put on deordorant.....but it was on the outside of her clothes! I looked at the armpits of her brown sweathsirt and could not understand what in Sam Hill she got on her until I finished getting ready for work and noticed the deodorant out of place. God love her and her antics. It's going to be a great day!

A Room of Memories

There are some things you just have to do yourself because it is too emotional to have anyone else around. Today was one of those days as I removed the border and accessories in our nursery to make room for a big sister to move in and a little brother to move on.I did not think it was possible to strip wallpaper and cry at the same time, but I did. As a chapter in my life closes, a new one opens. I say goodbye to daydreams of more children and admire the independence of our three joys as they get cozy in their new surrounding as boys vs. girl.May new memories begin........

Easton Riding the Board

Easton is really catching on to snow boarding. This was his 3rd attempt and this time he was on the steep side of the hill. Dan gave him big confidence and told him he was amazed at how good he was and how quickly he caught on to it. Nothing better than a "That a boy!" from your dad.

Click on the play arrow to watch.....

Ian's 1st Ride

Excitement got the best of the videographer....I could not zoom out fast enough.

Click on the play arrow to see the action and hear the giggles.

Snow Family

We bundled and headed for the hill....ALL of us! As you can see it was a great family time. Time well spent on a snow day from school!!!!!

Determination

Easton won't make it this year to Vancouver, but watch out Olympics 2018! This boy is determined to master a snow board at Vet's Park.

I loved this one because hope was still alive as he kept one knee up. I gave him an 8!

Growing Up....

Easton was busy working on his artwork for his bedroom as I snapped a quick shot of him. He is such a great kid!

Party Animals!

We had a fabulous time with the Werners and friends at Jacob's birthday bash on Saturday!