Monday, October 18, 2010

Shoes & Answered Prayers

We went on a shoe hunt adventure last week. Kaleb needed a pair of tennis shoes since we are starting to move into fall weather (umm... I think anyway...). We decided to check first at Once Upon A Child. On the way there I told the kids that we should pray that we find the perfect shoes at the perfect price. So we did. Then we went to the store and started digging through the bins. Found these Transformers shoes that light up. Just his size, and just the right price ($2.50). I examined them and saw that the velcro was starting to peel off -- not a dealbreaker for me, but thought I would check to see if they could be reduced further. Sure enough -- these sweet little shoes were $1.35. Just like God to care about the little things! :) And I was so thankful that I could teach my kids a valuable lesson. To sweeten things a bit -- my mom was able to tack that peeling velcro right back where it belonged w/ her super duper sewing skills!


And this picture is just cause Kaiya felt left out while I was taking pictures of Kaleb's feet. These sandals were a great deal at Target too though -- $3.74. So I guess she was onto something bloggable afterall!

Saturday, October 16, 2010

Getting Along... ahhh...

I love when this happens without any prompting from me. Couldn't find these two rascals the other night while I was finishing up the dishes. Went upstairs and they were quietly snuggled in Kaiya's bed reading a book. Peaceful. Getting along. Ahhh....

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Trip to Charleston part 2

A few more pictures from day #2 of our trip. We enjoyed a little bit more time at the beach.







After packing up and getting ready to head home, we made a stop in downtown Charleston to visit The Market. Each of the kids were given a $5 allowance to spend however they chose. Kaleb chose a Spiderman pillow and Kaiya got a headband.

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Trip to Charleston

Not too much to say... just a little peek at some pictures from our trip to Charleston in September. The water was perfect, the kids loved playing in the ocean and sand. We had beautiful accommodations! And some great quality family time...which was desperately needed.



Kaiya's Prayer

Read with dramatic pause between each sentence.

I - uh - please help Aunt Bekah not to be sea sick.

So... we had a super wonderful day.

I'm so glad Jesus that You are in my heart now.

God, I know You are our Savior, so...

I really love You so much.

In Jesus' Name. Amen.

She looks at me, quite proud, because I think she knew that she prayed really good. :) I told her that I can tell her prayers have changed since asking Jesus in her heart. She smiles and agrees. Then, laying in bed, she looks down at her feet and says, I'm getting longer too. :)

I know sweet girl. Do you have to grow up?