The Fletcher's came for a visit

Aunt Mandi, Uncle Walter, Abram and Katie came to visit us while they were on spring break. It's always so nice to have family come visit us and it was especially nice for them to spend Easter with us. We a ton of fun and stayed super busy! The first day we decided to go strawberry picking, which was a lot of fun, but that is a post all in itself. Outside of the strawberry picking and making jam that took about two days, we went to the pool, beach, shopping at Downtown Disney, splash park, dyed eggs and the cousins just played and had a great time being together.

Katie, Landon, Abram and Will in front of the Lego Dragon at Downtown Disney.

Landon and Katie were so happy to be together.

The cousins had a BLAST at the splash park.

Cocoa Beach

These two are inseparable. Most of the time we could find them playing together quietly in Landon's room.

Katie is such a cutie pie and so girlie, which mommy just loves. It was fun to watch uncle Chad just melt when Katie came up to him.

Landon with static hair.

It was SO NICE having a 1st Grade teacher in the house to help Will with his homework. Thanks Aunt Mandi! We need you here every night:)

Strawberry Picking

While Aunt Mandi, Uncle Walter, Abram and Katie were in town we went strawberry picking. Everyone had a great time and I think our eyes were bigger than our brains, because we came home with more strawberries than we knew what to do with. We all LOVE strawberries but we seriously had a ton!

Abram, Will, Landon and Katie picked strawberries for about 30 minutes. Surprisingly enough they didn't eat more than they picked.

The strawberry farm we went to was huge. This picture is not even a fourth of the farm. Needless to say we didn't even make a dent.

The cousins had a picnic lunch while Aunt Mandi, Uncle Walter and Daddy picked away.

The two white blobs are daddy and Aunt Mandi. They could have picked all day. It's something they have in their blood as their mom, Lou Ann, would have been right with them picking. They said it was a stress reliever, so they must have been pretty stressed because we came home with "65 pints" of strawberries.

I know to some of you this looks like a lot of strawberries, but this was taken after 57 jars of jam were made and we had already frozen and eaten some.

We have done everything we know to do with strawberries this week...strawberry shortcake, strawberry popsicles, strawberry muffins, strawberry pie, smoothies, strawberry jam, freezer jam and just as a snack. Good thing we LOVE strawberries because we will be eating on them for awhile.

Easter 2010

Easter is always a special day, but it is even more special when you get to spend it with family. The Fletcher's came to Florida for their spring break and it worked out that they were here for Easter. The morning started with the kids seeing what the Easter Bunny brought. Then we all got dressed up and went to church. After church we had lunch, Aunt Mandi dyed eggs with the kids, and then the kids went swimming at the neighborhood pool. While the kids (and two adults of course) were at the pool, the Easter Bunny came and hid eggs in our back yard. When the kids came home from the pool, they were so excited to hunt for the eggs. The rest of the day was spent making strawberry jelly and the kids played.

The cousins - Landon, Will, Abram and Katie. It's a miracle to get all four of them to look at the camera.
The Fletcher's - Uncle Walter, Abram, Katie and Aunt Mandi

Mommy, Landon, Will and Daddy

We haven't had a picture of the two of us in a really long time. It was nice to have someone take it for us.

The entire Morgan/Fletcher crew.

Happy egg hunter!

Abram, Katie and Landon opened there eggs on the trampoline. This was a favorite place for the cousins to hang out. We found them jumping, playing with cars, eating there snack and one time we caught them trying to take a nap.....funny kids.

Will didn't want to open his eggs with Landon, Abram and Katie as he was afraid they would take his eggs. Will is really funny about "his stuff" these days. Everything that he likes and doesn't want Landon or anyone to touch it can be found under his bed.

God has truely blessed our family!!

HAPPY EASTER!!

Landon's 4th Birthday!!

On Wednesday, March 24th Landon turned 4 years old. It is so hard to believe he is that old. The past 4 years have just flown by. We are so grateful to have Landon in our lives. He is the most gracious, happy, funny, energetic, and the smartest little boy. Oh ya, and THE BEST HUGGER.

On his birthday mommy made cupcakes for Landon to take to school for his class, which he was super excited about. That evening Landon got to pick what he wanted for dinner, which was chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese and salad. About two months ago Landon said he wanted a Thomas the Train cake up until about a week before his birthday and then he decided he wanted a monster truck cake. Not really sure where that one came from, but mommy rigged up a monster truck cake for him and Landon was just thrilled with it.

Just before Landon blew out his candles, we told him to make a wish. Landon closed his eyes and put his hands together and he said a quick prayer to God......so cute.


Our happy little 4 year old.

Landon got that hat at school for his birthday and he wore it the rest of the day.

Chad and "Chad"

Chad took Will to an event they had at UCF and someone took these pictures. It is really scary how much they not only look alike, but act alike too. Note the facial hair on Will's chin (someone drew that in).

Will's First Communion

After watching mommy and daddy take communion at Church on Christmas Eve, Will had a lot of questions as to what and why we were doing that. He was very interested and wanted to learn more about it so he could do it. Mommy and daddy signed Will up for a First Communion Class where he was with about 20 other first graders and they learned about Communion. On Sunday, February 21st, Will had his First Communion during the 11:00am service at our church. This was a decision that Will made on his own and mommy and daddy are so proud of him for wanting to grow closer to God.

We are so grateful for this handsome little man that God has blessed our family with.

Will Playing Basketball

Will just finished up another season of basketball with Upward. It was located at our church, which was great for Will to play on a team with friends he goes to church with. Will is still not real aggressive, but he LOVES playing basketball and he had a great time on the court, which is all that matters. He made about 3 baskets during the entire season, which is 2 up from last year. Daddy was not real thrilled about Will's uniform this year because on one side was orange and the other was blue (Florida Gator colors). Will loved the colors, so he was happy with it.

This was Landon at just about every game. Last year he would not sit still for Will's games, but this year he was fantastic!

We are taking a break from sports this spring, but we will be back at it in the Fall.

Landon's First Field Trip

Today Landon got to to go on his first field trip....Fire Station #1. Mommy got to go along and they had a GREAT time. Landon learned alot about fire safety and he even got to spray water out of a fire hose with an Orlando Fireman.

Landon's Class

Fireman in training

Landon Singing

Landon has learned so many great songs at school this year! He loves to come home and sing them to us. It always puts a smile on our face just hearing his sweet voice singing with pure joy. Below are a two of his favorites....

"Johnny Appleseed"
Landon sings this song everyday, especially before dinner and at bedtime.


"He's Got The Whole World In His Hands"

Merry Christmas!!

Below are some pictures of the boys as we have been enjoying this wonderful Holiday Season.

Will made a gingerbread house with a little assistance from mommy. There was more candy to put on the house, but it ended up in Will's mouth instead of the house.

Landon helped decorate the gingerbread train. He liked the candy, but he REALLY wanted to squirt the tubes of icing in his mouth. He must get that from his daddy.

Last weekend the four of us went to Sea World for the day. We got to see some amazing Christmas shows with the animals as well as an ice skating show. This time of year where the polar bears are they turn it in to the Polar Express (just like the movie). Basically we watched a short version of the Polar Express movie and then when we got out Santa Clause was there. The boys were so excited to tell him what they wanted. After we visited with Santa they had hot chocolate.

Landon's class at school put on a Christmas Pageant for the parents and Landon got to be a Shepherd. It was so cute and he of course sang every song with a bright smile on his face. Landon's favorite Christmas song is Jingle Bells and he sings it with such excitement.

Santa came to a birthday party Will was at the other day and all the kids were so excited. Will had no fear and went right up and told him what he wanted.

Stay tuned for pictures after Christmas as I'm sure we will have lots to share after our trip to North Carolina.

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!