You Say It's Your Birthday

It was this past March that we celebrated Jack's fourth birthday, as the spring equinox rolled around. So many things coalesced to make it a beautiful, fun, happy day. Family showed up. The weather cooperated. And the most important factor in my opinion was how much love and care Chelsea poured into the decorations and preparations. The house looked so special; as soon as Jack woke up, he was happy.
And so were we. This boy changed our lives so much for the better, so deeply. He's such a loving, affectionate, sweet boy, who alternates between really deep contemplation (for a four-year-old) and absolute boyhood and craziness. It was fun--this day was so all about him that even Julia just followed him around smiling. Even if she couldn't put it into words, it was easy to see that she loved her big brother.
Thank you, God, for Jack. He's taught us how to love, in a lot of ways. Four years seems like nothing, yet at the same time it's impossible to imagine life without him.

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New Dogs, Experiences and waiting on a cousin!

 Spring is on the way (or was since we are behind in posting) The kids stayed busy with the new doggie, Doc. Christmas toys, including games and a new blue bike! He was so excited that he was able to ride his bike without snow for a few weeks. Indoor guitar parties, helping mom in her studio, reading and being silly with the chickens were all included while being stuck inside. The best gift of all this early Spring was Ana Belen! Jack and Julia fell instantly in love with her and proudly exclaim "My cousin" as soon as they see her. I think Uncle Matt and Aunt Isabel have gained even more brownie points because they have a daughter now.

Feed the Cat, Jack usually wins

Eating with Doc, I think she may have actually gotten a piece

This was perfect, I have a video too! They were singing

Nothing like just being silly

Notice where the kids are!

Best time of the night

Doc love!

Great blue bike, he is in love Thanks Danny

John's favorite game is bringing Luna in!

Working with me!

New reading nook

Ana Belen!