What a kid!

Brady had a baseball game tonight. He got to pitch(for four or five batters), and was happy with how he did. He had a good attitude even though he isn't getting much playing time. He encouraged his teammates. While I'm proud of him for all these things, nothing makes me more proud than the fact that he led his team(and coaches) in prayer after the game.

It's not the first time that the kids have reminded me what's really important, and I'm certain it won't be the last. Way to go Brady!

I think they were tired!

Baseball and soccer have begun!

Our crazy fall sports season has begun! Last night Brady had his first baseball game(and his first chance to pitch!), and then bright and early this morning Chloe had her first soccer game. It was surprisingly hot at eight in the morning, but Chloe had fun anyway. It was kinda nice to get the game out of the way, and have the rest of our day. We have another week and a half until cross country starts, and that's when the craziness really begins. So, if you need me from now until mid October, I'll most likely be at one sporting event or the other! Fun times.

Lily's big adventure

We recently went to visit some good friends that live an hour or so away. Because Lily's still so young, and because we have such amazing friends, they let us bring her with us. It was so much fun as always to hang out, and by taking Lily we were able to stay longer. I still think they should live just around the corner! :)

Anyway, we introduced Lily to their dog, Max, who just happens to be a very large german shepherd. I was nervous about it, just because she's never been around other dogs, much less one that could eat her if he wanted. Of course, Max is a very well behaved dog, so that helped me relax a bit. We didn't let them just play together, but they were nose to nose several times. They both did great, and looked like they really wanted to play. I think the only way Lily would have been hurt is if Max accidentally stepped on her while playing! It was so cute to see them together, and the difference in their size was just comical. It was a fun day, and we hope to let them visit again soon!

I got a few pictures of them, but the one below is my favorite. Lily was running and jumping around and having fun, but in the picture she either looks terrified or crazy, or maybe both! Click on the picture and look at her eyes!!

wordless (and toothless) Wednesday

Meet Lily

Here are a few facts about Lily...

• she's about 2lbs, and should be 4-6 full grown
• she's scared of loud noises
• her arch enemy is the broom
• she loves to sneak up the stairs
• she hates when anyone leaves, and is super excited when they get home
• she loves to go wake the kids up in the morning
• surprisingly, she doesn't like to ride in the van, but thankfully she didn't mind on the 16 hour ride home when we got her
• she's totally spoiled :)

Ok, ok, ok...I'll blog, Renee!

soon... :)