We had so much fun on Sunday riding in the Danver's Days Parade on Rader's Family Farms float. Despite being extremely hot, the kids both did great and really enjoyed it. I think Kennedy was more interested in hoarding the candy than actually throwing it! Thanks so much Adam and Shannon for letting us be a part in this!
Yesterday was one of the most amazing, eye-opening expierences I have had in a long time. I went with my best friend Cari to the Children's Hospital in Peoria where her son Coen has been since his a few days after his birth on July 11th. Coen has been dubbed the "mystery boy" over there and has many doctors and nurses puzzled over his illness. Without going much into detail, this little man needs tremendous prayer to find what is making him sick. His momma and dadda have been amazing through their faith in the Lord and a true testament to the kind of faith we all should have. After seeing so many other of these NICU babies, it truly humbled me and made me realize what a gift it is to have children and how lucky we are when they are healthy and thriving...please, please be in consitent prayer for little Coen and for wisdom for these doctors who are working with him.
A couple weeks ago we headed over to Anderson pool for Toddler time...it is amazing the difference a year can make! Last year Kennedy was so scared to do much of anything there and this year she owned the place!
Happy 3rd Birthday to my wonderful nephew Bo Bo!! We had fun over the weekend attending his John Deere Birthday party, complete with tractor rides and all!
Somedays I look at her and wonder where the past 3 years has gone, she is so full of energy and expression. I love being able to capture these little moments with her everyday! Anyone who knows Kennedy knows how much she loves her "nummy" & "peek-a-boo" so I had to include a picture of her in her element!
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This past week we embarked on a 7 day vacation to Michigan City with 6 kids 3 and under, 3 mommies and 1 Mimi. We had such a fun time and made great memories that will last a lifetime. We spent our days playing at the park right behind our house (huge plus) riding bikes, playing games, swimming, playing in the sand, shopping, going to the zoo, playing in the bounce house and taking hundreds of golf cart rides. The guys decided to join us later in the week which made for a crowded house...especially when we lost power for 24 hrs on the last day!
