Boy Meets Water II

Yes, the water irresistably pulled this little boy down into its grasp and would not release him until he was mud from head to foot (in that order)! Again the water and mud won. You would think he'd learn by now, wouldn't you?

Some may wonder what his mother was doing with a camera so soon after the battle- I was innocently coming outside (after satisfying the needs of the littliest one) to join the rest of the famiy in the fresh air. My camera was in my possession because Judah looked adorable walking behind his Daddy as Duane mowed the lawn. That picture was never taken!

Needless to say, Mommy didn't get much time outside today- baths were much more important.

On Daddy's Lap

Daddy's lap is still big enough! We are all getting over hopefully the last cold of the season. Nothing serious, just snotty noses, empty tissue boxes, a bit more tears, and lingering coughs. On such days we count our blessings with thanksgiving that our kids have no major illnesses and we remember in prayer those parents who deal with special needs or chronically ill children daily.

We also had a great foretaste of coming summer months- it was up to 94 degrees for a few days in NJ, so out came the new summer outfits (of course last year's don't fit). Thanks to Grandma R. we were all prepared!

Visiting Mrs. Decker

On Saturday morning we visited Mrs. Decker, the oldest member of our church at 92 years old!

Helping Daddy in the Garage

Friday was a beautiful day to be outside, cleaning and organizing the garage, mowing the lawn and pushing swings.

Here, Daddy, use this board!

Our Giggler!

Isaiah giggling as his Daddy tickles him.

We're Going to the zoo, zoo, zoo...

Today we enjoyed a play date at the zoo with Carol, Wendy, Michelle, and Rebecca with their kids and Grandma and Daddy came along to help push all the strollers!

Welcome Isabella Christiana!

On Sunday we visited the newest little addition to the family. Isabella Christiana was born Saturday, April 18, 3 weeks early and weighing 6 lbs. 3 oz. It is a true pleasure to welcome Don & Kelly to parenthood!

The Twins and their daughters!

Some proud Daddies and their newborns!

A Time to Be Still and Know

It was only one night, but it was so special. It was quietness. It was togetherness. It was a time to be still, to break away from the ordinary busy-ness, to know that God's faithfulness is still great.

Almost 5 years ago- same spot, same couple. I still said 'Yes!'

We took our bikes and navigated the 'hook'.


Sandyhook is a bird migration stop, especially for rafters this time of the year.


Here's an osprey arranging her nest in the chimney of a deserted Fort Hancock building.

We also climbed up the oldest existing (and still used) lighthouse in the US.



A view of NYC from the top of the lighthouse.