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!!

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

We are all decorated for Christmas and if you can imagine the boys were a huge help. This year we put up two trees. One is the big tree (Will calls it mommy and daddy's tree or the pretty tree) and then we put up a small tree for the boys to decorate with ornaments they have made over the years. The boys are so excited about Christmas and it brings great joy to mommy and daddy to see their eyes sparkle with excitement as they talk about it. These are the moments that parenting is the best!!

Landon rode his bike around the house pretty much the entire time we were decorating.

Mommy and daddy's tree. The boys helped decorate this tree too and as you can see most of the ornaments are towards the bottom or at least in their reach.

This is Will and Landon's tree. It has colored lights and Will's favorite is the lighted star on top. The boys decorated it all by themselves and they did a great job. Everyday the boys will move a couple ornaments around to a different part of the tree. It's so fun to watch them with such joy in their eyes. The boys decorated the tree skirt the other day with their hand prints which turn out so cute and will be cherished for years to come.

The boys love playing with the Nativity Scene and learning about the real meaning of Christmas.

Thanksgiving 2009

This year Thanksgiving was in Florida and we were lucky enough to have a lot of mommy's family here with us. Julie's family came from Salisbury, Myra and Kip from Hickory, Nana, Pop, Grandmother and Uncle John from Hendersonville, and Uncle Tom and Ginny from Lakeland, Florida. We had a full house and LOTS of wonderful food. Everyone chipped in on the cooking, which means we had a very full kitchen. After we were all stuffed, the brave ones took the kids to the park while the rest stayed behind to let the turkey soak in. We have a lot to be thankful for and we were glad to get the opportunity to celebrate our blessings with family.

The kids made turkeys out of pumpkins for the center pieces on the tables.

The boys spending some quality time with Grandmother.

The boys had fun playing football with Pop.

Heading to the park to let out some energy.

Sea World

Instead of going shopping the day after Thanksgiving, we all were treated to Sea World by Grandmother. This was Will, Landon, Sarah and Brian's first visit. The trip couldn't have come at a better time for Will who is deeply fascinated with all things of the sea. We saw all the favorites; Shamu, the Dolphin Show and Will of course loved the sharks. Mommy even got to ride a new roller coaster at the park "The Manta". Daddy was happy to stay safely on the ground with the kids, while mommy rode the ride with Julie, Jeff, Myra, Kip and Uncle John. Mommy described it as the most "twisted" ride she has ever ridden and she has ridden a lot of roller coasters in her life. The ride is totally opposite from normal roller coasters, as you spend most of the ride face down in a horizontal position. Just picture flying through the air strapped to the belly of a Manta Ray. We had a great day at the park and are so thankful that we got to spend it with family.

The Shamu Show

Grandmother with all four of her great grand kids

Julie, Jeff, Sarah and Brian

Nana, Pop, Will, Landon, Sarah and Brian

Landon and mommy on the Merry-Go-Round

Will riding the shark on the Merry Go Round

Daddy, Will and Landon on the Jelly Fish ride. Mommy was glad to stay behind and take pictures as this ride is just like tea cups that spin.

The Shark Tunnel was Will's favorite at the park. We walked through a glass tunnel with sharks all around us.

All four of the kids with their Great Uncle John

This is the most beautiful horse!! Check out its feet.

Sarah, Will and Landon learning about a turtle shell.

The dolphin show was fantastic!!

The penguins were very fascinating to watch. They are pretty funny animals. Some of them would just stand around, while others would try to walk, slip on the ice, dive into the water and swim around. It reminds you of the movie Happy Feet.

Miniature Golf

Will has been wanting to go play miniature golf, so we told him that if he did good on his report card we would take him. Well, he did great on his report card so Aunt Myra and mommy took Will and Landon to play miniature golf over Thanksgiving break while daddy, Uncle Kip and Pop played real golf.

Mommy was a little worried how Landon was going to do as he is very wide open. The fear was that he would throw the ball, but he did better than expected. It was not crowded at all, so we never had to wait at a hole, which I'm sure helped Landon a bunch. We got through the 18 hole course in about 30 minutes. Will had a blast and he can't wait to go back!

Future golf stars

Will's a pro!!

Landon had total control!