Hannah's Photo Gallery

Hannah has informed me that she plans to be a photographer when she grows up.  Lately she's been practicing with my camera.  It's always a fun mystery to see what I'll see when I browse through the memory.

She's been experimenting with different subjects (though our cats are easy prey) and a variety of props.

Here are some of her "earlier" works...

This & That

I'm sad that we're having such a mild winter.  

I enjoyed all of the snow we had last year and

I wonder if Hannah & Sam will get to utilize the winter

coats I bought for them at Tots & Teens.

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We have been struggling with colds for the past month (it seems).

The kids were hit hard right after Hannah's birthday and so was Bobby.

I managed to stay healthy until this past week.

I have felt awful!

Runny nose, itchy throat, unable to breath at night.

I'm ready for all of us to be completely better - at the same time.

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I'm at the weird stage in my pregnancy where I'm not quite showing yet.

The valley between my two bellies is starting to disappear but so far I still just look pudgy :-)

I'm excited to get into maternity clothes since I've bought some really cute shirts at Tots & Teens.

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Yes, I love Tots & Teens Consignment!

My sweet friend, Amanda, is the owner and she's asked me to work there.

I work random days & hours and I tag & put out the clothes.

I get paid in store credit which I use as soon as I get there in the morning!

There are just so many cute clothes there!

Hannah & Sam's closet is seriously about to explode.

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I have not read one book on my A-Z Reading Challenge List.

Not a single one.

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Hannah is loving learning at home, surrounded by her family.

When she began, she loved reading.

Now she's more interested in math and science (like her Daddy!)

It's like pulling teeth trying to get her to read three pages in her phonic book.

Sam on the other hand, is really getting into his letters.

His favorite letter to write is 'H' though he's not bad at writing an 'S'.

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Sammy has really enjoyed all of the birthday presents he's received...

the paint-it-yourself bird house from my Dad &

the drill set from Dave & Karen are his favorites.

Sammy Turns 4

I cannot believe that Samuel is four years old!  My, oh, my where has the time gone!?

Our sweet little boy requested a Darth Vader party for his fourth birthday.  I thought, 'This should be easy enough, Star Wars is a classic!'  And for the most part it was fairly easy.  The decorations, plates, cups, etc. were found at Party City.  The cake, on the other hand, was impossible.  No one around here makes Star Wars cakes.  Specialty bakeries had them but they were super expensive.  We ended up just buying a regular sheet cake and Bobby found a Darth Vader candle at Party City as well as a Storm Trooper figure at Walmart.  As for food we kept it simple and I came up with creative names for the dishes.

The party was super fun.  We had more girls than boys but Sammy didn't mind at all.  He loved all of the food, his cake and was thrilled with all of his presents.  We are so thankful for all of our family and friends who joined us in celebrating. 

...The Food...

...The Presents...

...The Cake...

Today I Love...

• Mr. Clark - He works hard to finiancially support our family.  Then he comes home and works hard around the house and with the kids.  I love this man!

• Hannah - She is hands down the cutest little girl in the world.  She's so smart and witty.  There is never a dull moment with her around...she talks from the moment she wakes up to the moment she goes to bed.  She's probably still talking when she goes to sleep.   She is very excited about getting a new brother/sister.  Until we had our ultrasound she was convinced we were having twins.

• Samuel - This kid is a hoot!  And he's all boy.  Everything with Sam is about poots/poop.  Reminds me of a few big boys I know :-)  He is so very helpful around the house and willingly helps me with chores.  For the longest time he was content to let Hannah speak for him.  Now he has found a voice of his own and makes his opinions/demands known!  He's also very cuddly, especially in the morning and at night before bed.

• Clark #3 - Bobby & I have seen this sweet baby during our ultrasound and it was so beautiful!  He/She was so squirmy that the tech had a hard time getting a picture.  Yesterday I had an appointment and we heard the heartbeat again.  It was in the high 170's.  Even Dr. Hood joked that it's going to be a girl.  What do you think?

• Winter Weather, finally! - If you know me, you know that I love the winter.  I'm thrilled that the cold weather has finally blown into town.  I love sweaters, fuzzy socks, hot chocolate, fires and snuggling with Mr. Clark.  Now I'm just waiting for the snow!

These pictures are in no way relevant to this post.  Well, maybe they are.  My kids are so dang cute!  Even in their sleep...

Hannah's 6th Birthday

On January 1st our sweet baby girl turned 6 years old.  My goodness where have the years gone?!

We threw Hannah a Smurf party at our house on the big day (everyone is off of work and out of school so it's a perfect day for a party.)  Hannah was blessed with many friends and family who came to celebrate with her.

I didn't plan any games this time.  We just let all of the kids get in the chicken coop for about 45 minutes.  It was hilarious watching them chasing the chickens and holding them.

 

Happy Birthday to the most beautiful little girl in the world!!  You are such a blessing to our family Miss. Hannah Banana!!!