We had an awesome thunderstorm one night this week.  Along with it came a very muddy yard.  And if there is mud in the yard then eventually ...

One of Joshua's First Pizzas (3 years old) Last week I posted a photo of what our family eats in a week .  I had a question about ou...

This book as been a hot commodity around our house this week.  It is a fascinating read and has amazing photographs that keep the kids...

  Claude was able to take most of this week off to enjoy a little staycation.  A few days off, no packing or unpacking, regular sleep tim...

We're at a point where simplifying routines and organization is a must.  I do not at all consider five children a large family, but we h...

In a matter of two days and without help from Dad or Mom, Hannah learned to ride her bike sans training wheels. Great job, Hannah! ...

This is a few weeks old, but while our Sunday afternoon fallout occurs I will pretend that life is always as nice as our recent day trip to ...