September 29, 2009

Alethea turns 8!

I can't believe we have an 8 year old! We had such a wonderful time celebrating Alethea's birthday this year. We did many things together as a family and also had a birthday party with some friends as well. I have to say, we had a blast. The girls decorated picture frames, ate pizza, had their nails painted, made ice cream sundaes, had a dance party, and created their own restaurant. It was so fun to watch them all have such a great time together. What a joy it was to celebrate the blessing Alethea is to our family!




Sarah getting in on the nail painting. Lauren was such blessing as she came to help me paint all the girls nails.

Nail salon on the kitchen floor. Each girl girl got her nails painted and had polka dots put on as well. They loved it!

Finished picture frame with the group shot we took at the beginning of the party. Can't wait to show them when they're older. Such a blessing to have such a wonderful group of friends.

Making ice cream sundaes. Alethea's favorite!

DANCE PARTY!!



September 24, 2009

Back to School

We're back into the school routine again. Both girls have done amazingly well with the school schedule. Going to bed and getting up early is never easy after summer. The girls both love school and their teachers. Here are some pictures from the first day. They both look so grown up. Alethea is in second grade and Mikaela is in first grade this year.





September 13, 2009

Happy Birthday Sarah!!





So, I'm way late on this, but Sarah celebrated her 3rd birthday on August 22. We have had multiple parties for her. She's been a pretty blessed little girl. It's so fun to see her enjoying life!

Here is the amazing cake that Dave made for Sarah. Yes, Dave. Sarah loves Minnie Mouse and he was determined to bless his girlie. Added to that, he loves watching Ace of Cakes and was loving the idea of trying this for Sarah.



Her new scooter from Grandma and Grandpa Garlick. Not that she can ride it, but she really wants to be doing what the big kids are doing. You've got to love her determination.



Shopping cart from Aunt Jess. Notice her taking care of baby in the front seat. So cute!


Opening gifts from the other kids. They all had very specific ideas of what they wanted to get her.

Enjoying her Elmo cake at Grandma and Grandpa Brewer's house.



Just a quick update on her health. Sarah continues to get treatment at Hopkins once a month. This typically really seems to help her. Unfortunately this last week, she got a virus that set her back considerably in her ability to walk. We had to make an extra trip to Hopkins this last week, and will possibly go back this week as well. These extra treatments just help her get through the time that she is sick with the virus. They really seem to help. There has also been some talk of trying some other drugs in the coming months, but we will see.