Silly Face

Party Like a Rock Star!

Our boy knows how to have a good time and let me tell you we have one worn out boy!!!  The weekend was filled with time with grandparents, a party at Granite City Gymnastics with friends, and of course taking time to enjoy all his new toys!  Happy Birthday, Cameron John!  We love you!
*Click on the links in bright green to see all the photos of our busy boy!

Happy Birthday to Cameron!

Here's my SIX year old boy!!!   One party down and one to go...lots more to post after all the festivities!

Garage Sale Finds

Cameron spent $3.75 this morning on two costumes and a set of lazer guns complete with vests with targets...he was very pleased with his finds!!  Cooper was thrilled with what Cam picked for him and they've been wearing their costumes all morning patiently waiting for the rain to stop, so they can head outside and take in some target practice!!

Anniversary Eve

May 20, 2000

It's hard to believe that tomorrow we celebrate ten years together!  It seems like it was just a couple of years ago that we were standing in front of our famiy and friends and Pastor Karen was teasing Bryant about yawning so much (too much fun the night before)...my how things have changed since then and also stayed so much the same.  We are truly blessed to be where we are today!  We still enjoy each others company, can tell each other anything, and above all can still be thankful that we found each other.  It may sound cliche, however I truly can't begin to imagine my life without Bryant.  He's stuck with me and I continue to look forward to many more years to come!

First Sign of Summer

Fairview Gardens...just bought a couple things today since my mom and I will go next weekend for the rest! Can't wait!

Kitchen Remodel

Before...

After...

 

 

 

Our kitchen project has officially come to a close!  YAHOO!  We are loving our new set up...I had no idea what I missing without a dishwasher!  As you can see we did a lot-so here's a list in case you miss anything:

• partial wall and desk between the livingroom and kitchen was removed
• wall put in next to the fridge
• new lighting in the kitchen
• new doors, painted old cabinet boxes
• new hardware
• new sink and faucet
• new peninsula which includes a DISHWASHER
• new appliances
• granite countertops
• cabinet above fridge extended

Quite a task, but so worth it...we'll probably stay here a while longer just to be able to enjoy it!  Next on the list of projects is the family room and Bryant's bathroom, however I'll wait a bit on getting this started since my dear hubby can only handle change in small doses!

Congratulations Patee Family

Charlotte Grace Patee born at 1:36pm on May 15, 2010

Vinegar...

I've been trying to find a better way to take care of weeds in our play area that won't harm my kiddos and I found this....VINEGAR  I'm not sure if it will work, but I plan to give it a try.  Anyone ever attempted to use vinegar with success???

Current Quotes from the Boys

"I'm chewing the cud."  ~ Cameron while eating dinner

"Oh my GOSH!" ~ Cooper about ANYTHING that he is excited to see

"Goodbye, Mr. Grumper!"  ~ Cameron about toilet job #2

"I like you...I NOT like you!"  ~ Cooper to me, Bryant, or Cameron depending on his mood

My Mom

Click here for a wonderful article about my mom! :)

 

Happy Mother's Day!

Made by Cameron

Made by Cooper

Top Ten of Mothers Day

10.  Sleeping in until 7:30 a.m.

9.  Waking up to smiles, hugs, and sweet cards

8.  Getting to read the Sunday paper and drink coffee without anyone jumping on me

7.  Taking a shower without anyone banging on the door

6.  Erberts and Gerberts for lunch

5.  Playing at the park and walking around Lake George with my boys

4.  Snuggling with my little boys and taking a long nap

3.  Planting flower seeds and running around outside

2.  Greek kabobs grilled by my sweet husband

1.  Reading books with my boys, giving goodnight kisses, and LOVING that I'm a MOM!

Concert Day!

Grandma Diane and Grandma Guy

The Concert Crew

Cam is in the third row-middle, behind the girl with the red bow in her hair

On our way to the concert...he was ready to sing!

Our Family

Grandma Jo and Grandpa Sid

Well, it's here...Cameron's kindergarten concert is tonight!  Cameron was up before us this morning, which is early since our alarms go off at 5:15 a.m.  He was sure that he needed to put on a shirt and tie this morning or his music teacher would be upset with him.  I assured him that she didn't expect him to be dressed up today and that waiting until the concert tonight would be just fine.  I realized this morning that he had outgrown his shirt and tie from Christmas and when Cameron couldn't find these items the tears started to come.  My poor boy, I hope he will survive wearing only a button down shirt and pants...nothing better than having a son who likes to dress to impress!  He's so excited and we're looking forward to seeing him sing the songs he's been practicing in the shower!  My parents and Bryant's parents are coming for the big event and after the concert we'll be enjoying a Dairy Queen cake per Cameron's request and in honor of Mothers Day!  As promised...the pictures are posted above-ENJOY!

MS Walk 2010

Three Generations

Here's our crew pre-walk visiting Grandma.  We enjoyed a great day of sunshine and fun walking in honor of my cousin, Lindsey who would have turned 29 today.  Thanks to all who supported us!

My Honey

Sunday night at the Schreifels and my boys are watching Mama Mia for the 15th time...yes, it's one of their favorites.  In fact, we are all fans of the ABBA tunes and everytime it shows up on HBO we end up watching it.  Tonight as they were showing the marriage scene Cameron informed me that, "When she has babies you'll be a grandma."  I said, "Who's she?" Cameron's reply..."My honey."  Oh, my sweet boy! I can only hope that he will have a wife some day that is a true honey!

Future NFL Stars

Cooper and his buddy, Drew playing catch...it doesn't get much cuter! :)

Lucy

My parents went to visit the Sharpe crew in Starbuck over the weekend.  My mom sent me pictures from the weekend...here are a few of my favorites!  She's such a DOLL!

It's POOL Time!

What a beautiful day to get the pool out for the first time!

Could we find a few more toys to add in?

You have to love the fact that it's already time to pull the pool out of the shed...what a great day in the sunshine!!!

Happy Easter!

My boys

Cam and Dad checking out the beaver dam

Me and Coop working on our eggs 

 

Our family...somebody crabby got caught in the middle...

Lucy and the boys playing in the leaves

 

Cam and Shelby

Lucy and Coop

Silly cousins

Coop testing out his bunny surprises

We hope everyone had as nice of an Easter as we did this past weekend.  We headed north on Friday and had a chance to hit the Becida Bar and Grill for supper with mom and dad.  Andy, Shannon, and Lucy made it to their house late Friday and the adults enjoyed some beverages.  Andy is always coming up with some new drink and I think this was my favorite...don't ask me what it was called, but it included limeade, sweetened condensed milk, rum, and a few other things!  SO GOOD!  Saturday "the girls" + Coop went into town for a little shopping and the "the boys" went car shopping.  After naps, we decorated eggs, enjoyed a great dinner, and relaxed.  Sunday the kids woke up early ready to find the Easter eggs hidden in the house and outside...a few were missing outside and we found out that the dogs next door (my aunt and uncle's house) had discovered some sweets treats during the night.  The kiddos were very pleased with all of their  goodies and surprises.  My mom made a fantastic brunch, we ate dessert, and enjoyed a beautiful day in the sunshine.  Weekends just go by way too fast!  I'm ready for Friday already...thank goodness it's hump day! 

Enjoy the sunshine!!!