Thursday, May 29, 2008

Birthday Memories

Mama & Papa Gurnee spent the evening with us tonight making memories. Mama got to rock Alyssa to sleep. Don't know how many more times that will happen. She is growing up so fast. Vincent and Kendra logged some snuggle time with Mama as well. Papa got his share too as you can see!! Our kids have the best 2 sets of grandparents in the world!!
Vincent opened his gifts from Papa & Mama Gurnee. He also got some money that he plans to use to purchase a fishing pole, a night light and tennis shoes.
P.S.... if you have the place on your property to make a fire pit, I'd highly recommend it. It was one of the best things we've done to this property. I can't explain what there is about it but fellowship around it is so much sweeter and meaningful. Perhaps it's all in my head.




5 comments:

Vonnie said...

So sweet... we have a fire pit and we LOVE it!!

Candi said...

Sounds like a great day!!

Dh's parents have a fire pit in their backyard and when we went there last summer, we sat out around the fire for a long time. Lucas fell asleep in my arms and Logan fell asleep snuggled up to my FIL---so, I have to agree with you!!

Kimberly said...

The new look is really cute...as is your sweet family! Hope ya'll can relax a little this summer. You will LOVE Alaska! (just the place to go for calm)

tacomom said...

It's because it's soothing and you are away from all the technology that makes our lives easier but bogs down our time spent together.

Anonymous said...

Looks like V's birthday was great. AND You're right about a fire pit. We have bonfires whenever possible in the summer through fall. AND there's a standing invitation to one and all who know us: If you're driving by and spot the fire, feel free to pull in the drive and join us! So, please do sometime! Love-Mary Herl