The kids went on a fun Zoo field trip for school:

Although his birthday was on a Sunday, he was treated like royalty at school the following Monday:

I’m a stickler about Thank You cards; here Will is trying out a ransom note style:

We also do homemade Birthday Cards for relatives:

Our family has an incentive program for jobs and good attitudes and the kids have earned several board games so far.  This was a favorite:

Ben turned an ancient 34 years old this month!

He got a very manly gift of a new BBQ and we’ve all been enjoying the results:

Will surprised us one morning with a new hairstyle for school:

Lucy is always wanting me to try out new things with her hair:

Ben and I were privileged to capture the love of our friends in a super-fun engagement session.  First, Ben gets to be my model!

It’s cute puppy time!