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Birthday, Christmas Pics
Well, we had our annual Christmas pictures taken last night - turned out pretty well I think :)  Click here to view ! Also, we got the pictures from Erika's birthday up as well - you can click here to view those - Enjoy! Read More...
Some Pics...
Here are some pictures from today - Matt received his new chair from Nana & Papa, and LOVES it - also a couple of pics of the first egg nog of the season - in honor of the Bears :) Read More...
A Perfect Fall Day
Yesterday we ‘hung out’ as a family and spent some time walking around the UT Arboretum with the kids. The weather was beautiful and we all had a nice time walking around… and Erika just *had* to sit on the benches…   And here’s the full collection Read More...
Fun at the Park
I took the kids to the park last week, and thought I'd try to post a few pictures - Enjoy!     Read More...
Cupcakes…
Somehow, by the time they were done, we decided that they had consumed enough and didn’t need an actual cupcake :) Click to see the entire album Read More...
Weekend in Georgia
Sometime Friday morning we decided it would be a good idea to make a quick run down to GA to see the family and to do some work at my father-in-law’s company (needed some computer work). We had a great time, got a lot done, and the kids had a great time. Read More...
My Kids Crack Me Up
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Vacation!
Well, sorry for not getting a few posted earlier.  Here are a few pictures from our vacation with Julie's family (Gran & Grandpa).  Grandpa rented a cabin in Sevierville (near Pigeon Forge) on Douglas Lake, and the whole clan was there!  Read More...
Some of Matt's Firsts
Here are a couple of pics of some of Matt's "firsts" since he's been home - first time at the park, first popsicle.  Erika seems to enjoy introducing him to all of these fun things :) And for those of you who are curious, Matt is officially Read More...
Cool Firehats!
We went to Firehouse subs for lunch on Friday with Daddy, and the kids got firehats!  Which is very fitting, as one of their favorite books is currently "Firefighters to the Rescue!"  Here are a couple of pics of them wearing their Read More...
We Survived!
Many people have asked us how our first week has gone so I thought I'd throw together a quick post explaining how things went. I've never been in the armed forces, but this week has been a little like what I'd imagine things are like for special forces Read More...
Family Pictures Revisited
OK, so I love Portrait Innovations - they make studio photos easy and quick. Not much to say here other than I just posted a boatload of pictures for those interested (i.e. family members and others bored and flipping through our website :) ). View the Read More...
Photo Roundup
Well... we are at home and getting settled in. I've posted a random mix of shots from the last few days with Gran and Grandpa... You can view the slide show by clicking here. Read More...
Visa in Hand
Unlike the day we waited for Erika's visa, today was very easy and uneventful. The runner showed up right on time and we are happily resting in our room and getting ready to head out for dinner. Tomorrow will be a busy/long day as we fly home and arrive Read More...
Embassy Day
Today we got up early, grabbed a quick bite, and Julie, Matt and I met our case worker at 7:45 for a quick run over to the US Embassy (only about 4 or 5 blocks from the hotel). Once through security, we sat in line while our case worker stood in line Read More...
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