Brotherly Love

Like most brothers, my boys fight a lot. But every once in a great while, I'll catch them in a tender moment, like in these pictures from the end of April. I firmly believe that my sons love each other, even though they don't usually show it. I wouldn't trade either of them for anything in this world. They're my sons, and I love them dearly - even if they fight with each other constantly. :)

Well, it's almost time to shoot off some firecrackers with my family. Have a good night, everyone! And Happy Birthday, America!

Young Artist

Ok, I'll be the first to admit that I'm a bit behind on my blogging. :) Let's see if I can do some catching up here over the long holiday weekend, especially if tomorrow turns out to be rainy, like they're currently predicting. Happy 4th of July, everyone!

These pictures of Connor were taken at the end of April at Grandpa & Grandma's house. He was having fun drawing with a green crayon. Maybe I have a young artist in the making?

Twins Game

Dave & Matthew went to a Twins game back in mid-April. Dave had won the tickets at work. They said Target Field is AWESOME! Dave said that television doesn't do it justice ~ it's something every Twins fan should see in person. Dave & Matthew are standing in front of a Harmon Killebrew display in the bottom picture. There is a lot of Target Field that they didn't see yet (like the statues outside of the ballpark), so we're hoping to maybe get back there later this summer.

Coloring Easter Eggs

Matthew, Connor, & I colored Easter eggs together this year. It was nice to spend some quality time with the boys. I think they both enjoyed it too. And Matthew ate more than his fair share when we were done. Connor tried one & didn't seem to care for it ~ he's become a more finicky eater as of late.

Our 8th Wedding Anniversary

Wow ~ has it really been 8 years already? Where has the time gone? Happy Anniversary, Honey!

My wedding day still ranks as one of the happiest days of my life, next to the days my beautiful boys were born. After the spring we've had this year, it's hard to believe how cold, wet, & windy it was on April 27, 2002. But it was still a wonderful day, despite the weather. I will always remember all of our friends & family who came out to support us & help us celebrate our special day. Your support meant the world to us, and it still does to this day. Thank you!

The bottom picture is from our honeymoon, when we went on a Caribbean cruise. We hope to go on another cruise someday ~ maybe when the boys get older. For now, we'll enjoy our time together as a family. The boys are growing up too fast as it is, so we won't rush it. :)

Ginger

The boys aren't the only ones who are glad spring's here. Ginger is also thrilled that the weather is warmer & she can spend more time playing outside with the boys. All 3 of them have a lot of fun in the backyard together.

Connor & His New Wagon

Connor got a brand new wagon for his birthday last November, and now that it's spring, he can finally enjoy it!