Madison turns 4!!

Happy, Happy Birthday to my little Madison girl! We love you!!

Happy Birthday Boys!!

My boys have turned 5!! WOW!! They are getting so big and growing so fast! Man do I love these little rascals!

(Zander broke my camera lens so most of the pics are blurry)

the boys wanted chocolate and strawberry cupcakes

New Years Resolution

Ok, I never make New Year Resolutions. BUT, this year I did. I REALLY NEED to learn how to take better care of Madison's hair and how to style it. She really, really, really wanted longer hair. So, I spent a few hours on an awesome blog made for us mamma's of adopted kiddos. There was so much information and videos on how to do everything. So, I bought some supplies and got started. My first attempt took over 10 hrs, but I have now braided her hair 3 times and this last time only took me 7 hours. (and yes, she sits for it very well) So, I may be improving and getting better. :) You may wonder how long it will last...well, usually 4 weeks.

These are pictures from my first attempt.

She wanted pink hair like Ellie, so I added some pink up front. 

that smile makes the 10 hrs SO worth it!

She LOVED it! She looks like such a big girl with her hair all braided.

picture time

It's so hard to get a picture of all my kids. Or I should say a good picture of all of them together. So thankful to Lindsay G. Photography for taking a LOT of time to try to get them to cooperate. And it helps that they LOVE Lindsay. :) (and Madison looks cold because it was very cold that day)

Christmas morning

just a little excited to get started