One day last week I got some pics of Riley playing on the porch.
She was being so silly and dancing like a goof!
Too cute not to share...
Friday, April 12, 2013
family update
Last week was bitter-sweet.
We celebrated Riley turning 3 years old...which was definitely "sweet!"
We also learned that Aaron will be moving - going on a remote tour - for one year starting this fall. This remote tour is unaccompanied by family. Meaning, he goes alone! This news was definitely "bitter." We always knew it was a possibility, but never thought it'd happen this year.
I'm not giving a lot of details on my blog, on purpose. Those who are interested in learning more, just message me and I'll be happy to share what I know with you.
We have six months until this move happens...but planning and preparing starts as soon as now. Especially, for Aaron with work and with us at home expecting a baby this summer.
Please keep our family in your thoughts and prayers in the coming months. It'll be tough for all of us - having a newborn and shortly after seeing Daddy leave for one year. It makes me so sad. As a mom, I naturally worry about my family.
We are a military family and these things always happen - it's a part of our life.
There is good, and blessings in every situation though. I'm trying my hardest to focus on the positive and to be strong for Aaron and my children.
God is good. My faith will help to get me through...
I'll keep you posted as time goes on.
We celebrated Riley turning 3 years old...which was definitely "sweet!"
We also learned that Aaron will be moving - going on a remote tour - for one year starting this fall. This remote tour is unaccompanied by family. Meaning, he goes alone! This news was definitely "bitter." We always knew it was a possibility, but never thought it'd happen this year.
I'm not giving a lot of details on my blog, on purpose. Those who are interested in learning more, just message me and I'll be happy to share what I know with you.
We have six months until this move happens...but planning and preparing starts as soon as now. Especially, for Aaron with work and with us at home expecting a baby this summer.
Please keep our family in your thoughts and prayers in the coming months. It'll be tough for all of us - having a newborn and shortly after seeing Daddy leave for one year. It makes me so sad. As a mom, I naturally worry about my family.
We are a military family and these things always happen - it's a part of our life.
There is good, and blessings in every situation though. I'm trying my hardest to focus on the positive and to be strong for Aaron and my children.
God is good. My faith will help to get me through...
I'll keep you posted as time goes on.
Riley's 3rd Birthday
Last week we celebrated Riley's 3rd Birthday!
We had a nice, quiet day on her actual birthday - with just Aaron and I. We took Riley to lunch and played with her. At night we watched a movie and had ice cream in the living room! It was definitely special. And, ice cream is what Riley chose to eat for her birthday treat.
All week she received mail from faraway friends and family! She enjoyed opening up all of her special cards and gifts.
Last Saturday we had a small party for Riley. Not all of our immediate family could make it - but my parents were able to join us, and we had Emillie and Hannah here too. Riley got balloons, played outside, blew big bubbles, had cupcakes, ate yummy food and opened more cards and presents! She was definitely Princess Riley all day long!
Riley is excited to be 3 years old! She's such a big girl now and it shows in every way.
Thank you to all of our family and friends who sent Riley birthday wishes, cards and gifts!
Here's to another fabulous year, Riley!!
We had a nice, quiet day on her actual birthday - with just Aaron and I. We took Riley to lunch and played with her. At night we watched a movie and had ice cream in the living room! It was definitely special. And, ice cream is what Riley chose to eat for her birthday treat.
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| Riley is officially 3 years old today! |
All week she received mail from faraway friends and family! She enjoyed opening up all of her special cards and gifts.
Last Saturday we had a small party for Riley. Not all of our immediate family could make it - but my parents were able to join us, and we had Emillie and Hannah here too. Riley got balloons, played outside, blew big bubbles, had cupcakes, ate yummy food and opened more cards and presents! She was definitely Princess Riley all day long!
Riley is excited to be 3 years old! She's such a big girl now and it shows in every way.
Thank you to all of our family and friends who sent Riley birthday wishes, cards and gifts!
Here's to another fabulous year, Riley!!
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Easter 2013
We hope everyone had a nice Easter!
Riley had fun going through her basket and playing with the grass and eggs...and of course, eating yummy candy.
I think Peeps, or "bird treats" as she calls them, are a favorite - with Ring Pops in a close second.
We have lots of candy here at our house (the Easter bunny was very generous this year) - if anyone is lacking, please stop over!
A special shout out to Mom and Dad up in NY, who sent Aaron home with a huge Easter basket full of goodies. I have a couple of things to say...1) thank you! and 2) shame on you! ;) Ha ha.
So yes, we had a lovely Easter - it was just Riley and I, as Aaron had to work. We went to church in the morning and enjoyed a nice lunch and visit with my mom and dad in the afternoon. (Thank you too, Mom and Dad for the goodies you gave us! Mom, those coconut things you made are gone...mmm...and Riley's bubbles are gone too...whoops, we had a bubble accident.)
Here are a few pictures of Riley from Easter morning...
We'll all be on a sugar high for awhile...
Riley had fun going through her basket and playing with the grass and eggs...and of course, eating yummy candy.
I think Peeps, or "bird treats" as she calls them, are a favorite - with Ring Pops in a close second.
We have lots of candy here at our house (the Easter bunny was very generous this year) - if anyone is lacking, please stop over!
A special shout out to Mom and Dad up in NY, who sent Aaron home with a huge Easter basket full of goodies. I have a couple of things to say...1) thank you! and 2) shame on you! ;) Ha ha.
So yes, we had a lovely Easter - it was just Riley and I, as Aaron had to work. We went to church in the morning and enjoyed a nice lunch and visit with my mom and dad in the afternoon. (Thank you too, Mom and Dad for the goodies you gave us! Mom, those coconut things you made are gone...mmm...and Riley's bubbles are gone too...whoops, we had a bubble accident.)
Here are a few pictures of Riley from Easter morning...
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| this was my Easter basket when I was little...so sweet, I know |
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| happy day! |
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| Riley got new bracelets and necklaces from the Easter bunny! |
We'll all be on a sugar high for awhile...
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