BYU

On our way through Texas we passed the BYU equipment semi. We were back in our Marriot to watch the second-half of the big game. Go BYU!

 

Happy Birthday, #4 Maisie

Our Maisie is now 4! We love Maisie because she smiles so big and is so excited about small things -- the grand ol' flag, corn on the cob, strawberries, and lip stick. One of my favorite Maisie habits is her whistling. Maisie is never lost in public places because she whistles all the time and is easily heard. We also like Maisie because she gives tight hugs and lots of kisses.

 

 

 

 

"Captain Scallywag"

When Lyndsey and Matt were married in August of 2001, my mom made Meg a dress out of the left over frabric from my bride's maid's dress. She even had enough fabric to make a hat. At the time Mark was 5, and when he saw Meg in her darling dress and hat, he exclaimed, "It's Captain Scallywag!"

Yesterday Maddie wore that same dress and hat to church, and I couldn't help but post Meg and I at the wedding in 2001, and Maddie and I after church yesterday. (Meg was the photographer of choice yesterday, shockingly enough Austin was still at church. Yesteday's events actually escallated into events I am to embarrassed to post.) I really think Maddie looks a lot like Meg, and these two pictures show their similarities perfectly.

 

 

 

 

Swingin' Summer

The three little ones and I have spent many summer mornings swinging. We all love the fresh air and smell of freshly cut grass. The morning ends with Nick's potty break in the grass and the need to pick up Andy from school.

 

 

 

Dr. Babcock

Maisie visited our dentist today. She is our first child with a cavity, but I suppose it had to happen. All went well, especially because Maisie loved the nitrous, and because the lovely ladies at the office are so nice.

 

 

 

Baby-Wised!

The crying in this picture does not suggest a happy baby, however, Maddie has now slept for 9+ hours three nights in a row! All three nights I have awakened to check on her, and she is happily sleeping in her crib. Hooray for baby-wise tactics and schedule. Maddie's daddy couldn't be more thrilled, either.

 

Lake Kanopolis

Saturday afternoon we spent 9 hours boating on Lake Kanopolis. We each had a turn skiing, wake-boarding and tubing. Austin and I were certainly surprised that Maisie was such a dare devil, and the Nick had the guts to be pulled behind the boat as a solo skier. Maddie loved the white noise and vibration -- she slept the entire time.

 

 

 

 

First Day of School

Meg started 3rd grade yesterday, and Andy started kindergarten today. I did get a bit teary as I walked the children to their classes. Maddie-baby continues to sleep through it all.