This is new...

Nathan, as you can see, has gotten very brave. He has climbed on the kids table but this is a first for our dining table. He had no fear and moved to a chair he could use to get down, of course all while we were taking pictures. Jacob and Samantha were not climbers but it looks like we have one now.

Becoming a common event...

So, the picture says it all. Nathan has recently given up his morning nap SOOOO that means he barely makes it through lunch...and in this case didn't! His eyes begin to get heavy, then close, but he still manages to put bites in his mouth which is super funny then he sort of just passes out. I really need to get this whole process on video.

Happy Birthday Shane!!!

Today is Shane's 32nd birthday! He spent the morning in Jacob's class teaching a science lesson, then we all went out to Fudruckers for lunch...(his favorite bday place), then The 'big" boys, meaning Shane and Jacob went and played 9 holes of golf. What a fun way to celebrate. He said this has been the best birthday he has had in a long time.

Bouce U - SO MUCH FUN

Hello friends, today was a day off for Jacob and so we and several of our friends went to this great place called Bounce U. They have all kinds of different bounce houses and slides. The kids are anxious to go back sometime soon. If you have one in your area...go, take your kids...it was a blast.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Heart Day to you all! We enjoyed an evening together as a family. The girls made heart cookies earlier in the week and Jacob had a fun time eat rice crispy treats and root beer floats at his school party. AND "he went to Jarred" for me this year! Love to all of you!

Nathan enjoys peanut butter and jelly

Hahahahah! Is he not the funniest kid! He started eating this sandwhich last week, and not to my surpise, he makes a HUGE mess every time he eats. Then, as you can see, he gives me the cutest smile ever...kidda like he knows he is messy and wants to show off for the camera.

Beautiful Dancer

Samantha started dance classes a couple of weeks ago. She is so excited to go every week. She is learning jazz, tap and ballet at our local parks and rec. She, of course loves to watch herself dance in the mirror. My Mom took these beautiful pictures...enjoy!

Joining the Blog revolution

Hello all, I am jumping in to the blog world. I do love how friends and family can stay up to date on the comings and goings of the Self house...which of course is busy! I look forward to talking with you. Have a blessed day!