Dan & Sara

2010-08-06T10:00:00.000-07:00

Summer Vacation 2010

Our family went to Tennessee and Mississippi again this year for our summer vacation. In Tennessee, we enjoyed spending time with my parents and with my brother, Jeff. In Mississippi we went to the Rushing and the Potts reunions and saw lots of my extended family. We also took a day trip to Greenville, SC and saw Dan's uncle and aunt (Dave and Patti), and our friends Peter and Elisabeth and thier three girls.

Me and Jeff

Dan and the boys at "Gran Gran's" house (my grandmother on my Mom's side)

Andrew playing in the yard at Gran Gran's house

Peter at Bays Mountain Park

Peter and Campbell

The Potts Reunion

Andrew having fun at Pa Paw and Gram's house (my parents)

Happy Andrew

2010-05-23T07:27:00.000-07:00

Day at Busch Gardens

My parents came to visit over the weekend and we all went to Busch Gardens for a day. The weather was perfect and we all had a great time.

Ice cream!

Peter and Andrew on the Ladybug ride

Mommy and Andrew in the Dragon Egg ride

Pa Paw and Peter in the Dragon ride

Andrew riding solo

Peter liked the airplanes

Eating lunch in "Italy"

Andrew loved the Sesame Street playland

His favorite was the water play area

Andrew

Peter riding the swings

Daddy and Peter

2010-04-26T07:10:00.000-07:00

Spring Break

This year we went to TN to visit our family over Dan's spring break. We got to visit with my parents, my brother Jeff, and Bob, Janelle, and Olivia. One of the highlights of the trip was visiting Dollywood.

Easter morning

Peter and Olivia at Dollywood

Riding the Duckie ride

Sleeping the car on the way home

Dan riding the piggie ride with Andrew

2010-02-25T07:19:00.000-08:00

Family fun at home

Here are a few pictures from the past month or so. Take a look at the new video clip "Andrew's version of the ABC song"

Andrew in the toy box

This is what happens when Mommy goes to work in the evening (potato chips and no shirts at the dinner table)

Playing in the sink

Our BIG snowfall

Peter and his winning smile

Our little goofy boy

Riding in the laundry basket (i.e. space ship)

2010-01-07T11:29:00.000-08:00

Fun in Ohio

During Christmas break, we were able to go to Ohio for a couple of days to visit with Bob, Janelle, and Olivia. Thanks for letting us invade your home for awhile, Bob and Janelle! We really enjoyed visiting with you guys. Thanks for taking us to "Jungle Jim's" and "Ikea". We miss you and hope to see you again soon.

We visited with Dan's cousin, JD, and his family while in Ohio. Here is a picture of all of us at JD's house.

Bob and Peter

The guys discussing sports, computers, theology...

Cute little Ezra

and sweet little Olivia

Olivia and Andrew

2010-01-07T10:39:00.000-08:00

Christmas in Tennesee

We always enjoy spending Christmas with my parents in Tennessee, and this year was even more fun. Peter was old enough this year to understand and anticipate Christmas, and we loved watching his excitement on Christmas day. Peter and Andrew both loved all of their gifts and getting time to play with Pa Paw and Gram. Thanks Mom and Dad for your hospitality and making Christmas fun this year.

2010-01-07T10:28:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday Dan

We celebrated Dan's birthday while in TN with my parents. My mom put together a fun little party and Peter loved helping Daddy open his presents and blow out the candles.

Peter wearing Daddy's new shoes

Looking at birthday cards

Opening presents

Happy birthday, Daddy!

2010-01-07T08:37:00.000-08:00

Playing in the snow in Tennessee

During Dan's Christmas break, we spent some time in Tennessee with my parents. We were happy to see a lot of snow when we arrived, and took the boys out to play in it one morning.

Peter sledding with Daddy (see new video - "Peter's first time sledding")

Andrew and Mommy

Andrew was not sure what to think of the snow. And yes, those are socks on his hands - we forgot his gloves.

Building a snowman

Making footprints in the snow

Andrew was not fond of being so bundled up

Cute

Dad and Mom's house

The porch all decorated for Christmas

2010-01-07T08:23:00.000-08:00

Yummy Christmas Craft

Dan did this with the kids one night before Christmas while I was at work. I thought it was really creative - and it looked like the kids had a lot of fun.

The ingredients

The finished Christmas tree

Yummy!

Having fun with icing

Thanks for doing fun crafts with us, Daddy!

2009-11-12T13:49:00.000-08:00

Daddy and his two little boys

Daddy and Andrew

Andrew loves to play the "run around the table" game with his daddy. See the new video "Daddy and Andrew playing at home"

Daddy and Peter
Daddy has a soft spot when it comes to buying ice cream for Peter

2009-10-26T11:00:00.000-07:00

Field Trip to Hunt Club Farm

River Oak Preschool took a family field trip to a local farm and petting zoo. Peter, Andrew and I enjoyed going on a hay ride, petting lots of different farm animals, playing in the big haystack, and picking out pumpkins to take home.

Peter and his teacher, Miss Ashley

Picking out his pumpkin

Andrew having fun in the haystack...

... and Peter too.

Looking at the farm animals

Andrew liked the goats

Peter liked the chickens, turkeys and ducks

This is fun, Mom!

2009-10-26T10:45:00.000-07:00

Peter's 3rd birthday

Peter had a birthday party at his preschool this year. I brought in birthday cupcakes and we all sang "Happy Birthday" to Peter. He loves getting to blow out the candles. He opened his presents later at home. Thanks to all of our family for sending gifts and cards. Peter is enjoying all his new toys and clothes. It's hard to believe that my first baby boy is already 3! He is a sweet, determined, smart and affectionate little boy and Mommy and Daddy love him so much. Happy birthday, Peter!

Peter's class

Yummy cupcakes!

2009-10-15T11:02:00.000-07:00

My Little Boys

Andrew is almost 1 1/2 years old and is running, climbing, and saying his first words. His favorite word lately has been "banana". He yells it over and over when we see one at the grocery store.

Having fun together at home

Peter will be 3 years old this month. His favorite things lately have been going to preschool, watching PBS kids, playing at the playground, and going to church. He is tall for his age and people often think he is 4 years old insted of almost 3.

2009-10-05T11:39:00.000-07:00

No, No Yes, Yes

read by Peter Mackiewicz (see new video clip)

2009-10-05T11:08:00.000-07:00

Little happy surprises

When I came home from work a couple of weeks ago, Dan had this on the table for me, just as a happy surprise. He is such a sweetheart. He gets little surprises like this for me a lot. It's nice to know that you can be married with two kids and still be hopelessly in love.

2009-08-27T11:20:00.000-07:00

Random pictures from the month of August

This month we enjoyed a last little bit of summer and then Dan headed back to work at Greenbrier Christian Academy. He will start teaching next week. He is teaching 11th and 12th grade Bible. I have been getting used to staying at home with the kids all day again, and we have been having a good time together. Peter is taking off in his speech development and it is fun being able to communicate with him. We are also working on potty training with him, and have had a little bit of success, but still have a long way to go. Andrew has learned how to say bye-bye, uh-oh, and yay. It is really cute to see him try to talk.

Peter playing "Blue's Clues"

One of Peter's favorite books - "The Very Hungry Caterpillar"
See Peter tell his version of the story in the new video clip "Peter telling The Very Hungry Caterpillar story"

Andrew likes "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" too

Andrew helping Mommy practice

Peter plotting another super hero adventure

OK, I just had to post this bath time picture, what a cutie! The paci hardly ever leaves his mouth, even at bathtime.

Riding in the stroller at the Norfolk Zoo

Peter really loved going to the Zoo. Sorry I did not get any pics with him and the animals. I was too busy chasing him and keeping him out of trouble. His favorite animals were the prarie dogs and the really huge pigs.

2009-08-07T09:01:00.000-07:00

Summer Vacation 2009

This year we spent two fun-filled weeks at my parent's home in Tennessee. We were able spend some quality time with many of our family members, including a short trip to Mississippi to visit my grandparents. Dan and I were able to go out together a lot (on dates and an overnight trip for our 5th anniversary), as my parents were happy to watch the boys for us. I also enjoyed being a part of Courtney Shepherd Sharrett's wedding as a bridesmaid. Loved getting to spend time with Courtney (a long time BFF) and with other friends I had not seen in a long time.

Dan's parents and Bob, Janelle and Olivia came to see us for a couple of days during our trip. We had a going away party for Jim and Karen as they will be leaving for Brazil soon as missionaries.

The hairdo for the wedding

Me and Summer Sharrett (another bridesmaid and a long time friend)

Dan and Jeff went backpacking at Grayson Highland State Park.

Trail blaze

Andrew loved the swing at Pa Paw and Gram's house

It takes this many people to keep Andrew from running off the side of the mountain

Peter and Olivia playing on the swing set at my parent's house (see the new video "Peter and Olivia swinging together")

Andrew and Maw Maw (my Dad's mother)

Peter, Dan, Granny Betty, Andrew and Pa Paw Lonnie (my Mom's parents)

Thanks, Mom and Dad, for letting us spend our summer vacation with you! We love you.

2009-07-08T05:48:00.000-07:00

Fun at Sandbridge Beach

While all the family was together for Dan's ordination service, my parents rented a beach house at Sandbridge where we could all be together for a few days. The weather was perfect and we all enjoyed the sand and sun and just being together.

Olivia in her pretty purple dress

Peter swinging at the playground at Little Island Park

Grandpa Mackiewicz and Peter

Andrew LOVED the ocean

Say cheese Peter!

Proud grandparents

Beach baby

This is so fun!

Dan, Peter, Olivia and Janelle watching the waves come in

Andrew and Pa Paw

2009-07-07T18:08:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Dan!

Dan is now officially ordained and we recently had a special service at our church to celebrate his ordination. I am very appreciative of Grace Bible Church for honoring Dan in this way. Dan and I are grateful to God for appointing him into the ministry and are praying that He will show us what ministry He would have us to do in the future.

The cake

Grandpa Mackiewicz and Olivia at the reception

Dan's parents (Jim and Karen), Dan and I, and my parents (Keith and Linda) posing in the front of the church.

These pics are from Jim and Karen's camera - thanks Jim and Karen. And thank you to all of our family that was able to be here to celebrate this occation with us. We love you all.

2009-07-07T14:34:00.000-07:00

Trip to Busch Gardens

Janelle and Olivia came to visit us and they went with Dan and Peter to Busch Gardens while they were here. Peter and Olivia enjoyed the play areas just for toddler aged kids. They really liked the Sesame Street area and got to eat breakfast with Elmo and other life sized Sesame Street characters. They enjoyed little rides, play grounds, and time spent with Dan and Janelle.

This is awesome!

Olivia and Peter

Going on a ride by themselves

Janelle and Olivia on the Dragon ride

Dan and Peter

Hooray for ice cream on a hot summer day!

These pics are from Janelle's camera - thanks Janelle! Peter misses his Aunt Janelle and wants you to come back and take him to see Elmo again (o:

2009-06-03T11:58:00.000-07:00

Peter and Andrew are growing up so fast. Peter is just starting to talk a little this month. We have been trying to get him to count to ten. See the new video clip "Peter learning to count". Andrew is walking and almost running everywhere now. He is excited about exploring and doing anything dirty and destructive. They are very busy and happy little boys.

King of bathtime

Loving the mulch

Sweet little Peter

Bed head

2009-05-07T07:47:00.000-07:00

Congratulations, Jeff!

Last weekend, I took a trip to Mississippi to see my brother, Jeff, graduate from Mississippi State University. I enjoyed getting to see the ceremony and getting to visit with him and my family. Thank you to Dan and his mother for watching Peter and Andrew over the weekend so I could go! Thanks also to my parents and grandparents for helping me arrange my travel plans and providing me with places to stay. Best wishes, Jeff, and looking forward to seeing you this summer!

2009-05-07T05:36:00.000-07:00

Happy 1st birthday, Andrew!

Can't believe it has already been a year since Andrew was born on May 2nd, 2008. He now weighs 23 lbs and 4 oz and is 32 in tall. He is such a happy and curious baby and we are excited to see how he is growing and learning. We had a small party for Andrew last week here at home with Daddy, Mommy, Peter, and Grandma Mackiewicz.

Andrew likes all of his new toys

Andrew is a little picky when it comes to eating. He likes ice cream, but will have nothing to do with cake. Hence, the candle in the ice cream.

Daddy helping him open his gifts

I like birthdays!

Andrew is just learning to walk. See the new video "Andrew's first steps"

2009-05-07T05:22:00.000-07:00

Trip to Portsmouth Children's Museum

During Dan's spring break, we visited the Children's museum in Downtown Portsmouth. Andrew liked crawling around in the toddler's play area.

Peter really liked the fire truck

2009-04-08T09:24:00.000-07:00

Well, Peter has finally realized that there is a world of kid's movies out there beyond Elmo's World! His latest favorite is Veggie Tales. See the new movie - Peter likes the "Bellybutton Song".

Piano lessons

Andrew - 10 months

Goofy smile

2009-03-12T10:30:00.000-07:00

The past month or so have been a little difficult. We have been sick with just about all of the different bugs that have been going around and have had a hard time getting well. Hence, I have not posted pictures in a while. But we are on the mend now, and here are a few random shots from the past few weeks. Peter is getting rapidly taller and stronger, and cuter. He is a late talker, but he learned to say "uh-oh" lately and says it all the time. So, he is making some progess in the communication department. He also uses some sign language and has learned his animal sounds. Andrew is now 10 months old and is almost ready to walk. He is very active and all he really wants in life is his bottle, his blanket, and to just keep up with Peter. He keeps us pretty busy!

Watch the new video - "Peter working on his animal sounds"

Look at my teeth!

Who pulled out all of the water bottles?

Not me!

Watching Baby Einstein

Andrew - 9 months old

Happy baby

2009-01-22T10:27:00.000-08:00

Andrew - 8 months old

Andrew has done a lot of growing this month. He is wearing 12-18 month sz. clothes. He now has four teeth and can crawl, pull up, and cruise around the furniture in the house. He also had a double ear infection this month, which was not fun. He is doing better now after a round of antibiotics. He loves to annoy his brother by pulling at his hair and clothes, but I think Peter really does love him anyway. He is energetic, fearless, and has the most kissable chubby cheeks. He keeps us all busy, laughing, and sleep deprived. Life would be so boring without him!

Dressed for church

Playing with his new barn set in his very favorite outfit - a diaper and a bib

See the new video - Andrew 8 months old

2009-01-04T17:35:00.000-08:00

Christmas 2008 - Andrew (7 months) and Peter (2 yrs.)

We spent the holidays at my parent's home in TN this year. We stayed for about a week and a half and enjoyed a much needed vacation time. We had a great time with my parents and my brother, Jeff. The boys just loved playing with them. Dan's parents and Bob, Janelle, and Olivia came to see all of us over Christmas for a couple of days. It was wonderful to be all together!

Daddy and Andrew

Peter helping his Gram do the dishes

Peter and Olivia chasing each other up and down the hallway

Olivia loved giving Peter hugs

Peter and his Aunt Janelle watching a movie

Mommy and Andrew

Peter and Olivia wishing someone would take them outside to play

Peter liked looking at the fish when we went to Bays Mountain Park

All snuggled up

See the new video "Go Peter and Olivia!"

2008-12-14T09:57:00.000-08:00

Andrew - 7 months old

Still happy and smiley and loving the exersaucer

What was left of the Parenting magazine after Andrew discovered it!

Andrew is just almost able to crawl, but still prefers to scoot around on his belly. He refuses to sit up on his own, because just sitting there is way too boring! He is cutting his first tooth and is over the 20 lb. mark. He just loves his brother Peter and cannot wait to run around and play with him. It won't be long!

2008-12-13T09:55:00.000-08:00

This is a very belated post about our Thanksgiving. This year we just stayed home with our family and had a happy, restful weekend. We still cooked a turkey and all the fixings, and then ate leftovers for the rest of the weekend.

Daddy and Andrew taking a nap

Mommy and Andrew

Andrew is fond of the early mornings, so I was up to watch the sunrise. It was especially pretty that day.

We took Peter to the playground. I actually caught a big smile!

We got a fun card from Aunt Janelle for Thanksgiving. Take a look at the new video "Thanksgiving card"

2008-11-17T09:52:00.000-08:00

Andrew - 6 months old

Andrew is just getting cuter and cuter. His eyes are turning a dark brown like Dan's eyes. He weighs 19 lbs. and is 29 inches tall. He has figured out how to do a belly crawl that reminds me of an army man crawling on the ground with his gun in a battle. Watch the new video "Andrew - 6 months"

2008-11-05T10:37:00.000-08:00

Vacation at Sandbridge Beach

My parents came to visit us last week and rented a beach house out on Sandbridge. We all stayed there together and had a wonderful time!

Peter's Superman costume for Halloween. Watch the new video "Go Superman!"

Pa Paw and Peter playing at the ocean

Daddy and Andrew

Peter playing chase with Pa Paw and Gram

Fun on the sand

Peter getting all dirty, as usual

Andrew sitting in the highchair

All grins and giggles

Peter having lots of fun with his Gram

Thanks Mom and Dad for a great vacation together!!

2008-10-20T18:20:00.000-07:00

Peter's first day being TWO!

This morning he was tired and crabby, so I didn't take any pictures until nap time. Today he decided he wanted to sleep on the guest bed with all his teddy bears.

He was much happier after his nap. He liked looking at all the cards people had sent him and decided they needed a little decoration.

We spent some time doing his one of his favorite things, playing in the grass behind our apartment. See the new video "Spin around, Peter!"

And we also played at the playground.

Since we already have had a birthday party with Dan's family, and are going to have another little party with my parents next week, we just enjoyed a little ice cream at home with Mom, Dad and Andrew today. He likes Ben and Jerry's.

Daddy getting his little boy all calmed down for bedtime.

And what did Andrew think of Peter's birthday? It was pretty fun.

2008-10-18T12:14:00.000-07:00

Peter - almost 2 years old

Peter's favorite things right now are mud, dirt, grass, and anything that he can get into that requires getting a bath afterwards. Can't believe he will be 2 years old next week!

Andrew - 5 months

Andrew is still Mr. Smiley. He figured out how to get up on his hands and knees this week. He will probably be crawling soon. He has quite the sense of humor, even though he can't say anything yet. He keeps us laughing! See the new video "Andrew's baby belly laughs"

2008-10-16T10:18:00.000-07:00

A couple of weeks ago we went to visit our friends Will and Carrie. Even though we only live 30 min. away, we don't get to see them very often because we are both so busy. The kids enjoyed playing together, and we managed to get a little adult conversation in while the kids were watching an Elmo movie. We enjoyed our time together, Will and Carrie! Hope we can see you again soon!

Evelyn and Andrew

Evelyn (look at those beautiful eyes!)

Daniel and his monster trucks

Peter and Evelyn playing in the living room

2008-10-02T10:28:00.000-07:00

Last week, Dan's parents, his sister (Janelle) and her daughter (Olivia) came to visit for a couple of days. We had so much fun! We had an early 2nd birthday party for Peter, with an Elmo theme of course.

Mommy and Andrew

Grandma Mackiewicz and Andrew

Peter and Olivia watching Elmo

Peter, Olivia and Andrew

Daddy and Peter

Peter's Elmo cake (made by awsome Aunt Janelle)

Olivia rocking her tiger baby in Andrew's swing

2008-09-19T09:35:00.000-07:00

Brothers

Peter - 22 months

Andrew - 4 months

2008-09-09T11:17:00.000-07:00

Andrew is 4 months old now. He is learning how to eat rice cereal.

He's not sure if he really likes it.

He loves to be on his tummy! He is going to be crawling in no time.

See the new video, Andrew - 4 months old

2008-08-20T11:20:00.000-07:00

How could you not fall in love with this sweet little face?

No, Mommy. I ate all my bites. I don't know who threw all those cheereos on the floor. It must have been Elmo.

Blah!

See Peter's new video (one that I meant to put on the last post about bathtime) "One, two, splash!"

2008-08-13T11:50:00.000-07:00

Peter's bathtime

Getting a bath is one of Peter's favorite things to do. If you say "Peter, bathtime!" he will do his happy scream, bolt across the house to the bathroom door and throw himself at the door until it opens. He loves splashing and making a huge mess.

Playing with the drain

Smiley Andrew

Andrew's favorite way to sleep

See the new video "Andrew - 3 months old"

2008-07-29T10:31:00.000-07:00

Happy Andrew

Andrew is getting so big! He is in the 3-6 month sz. clothes now and seems to be outgrowing everything quickly. He likes to babble and coo and smile and eat a lot.

See the new video "Baby Andrew talking to Mommy"

2008-07-23T09:45:00.000-07:00

Our sweet little Andrew

and our sweet, and a little naughty, Peter

check out the new video clip "Getting ready for a long, hot stroller ride"

2008-07-19T11:29:00.000-07:00

We enrolled Peter in a toddler's gym class this week. The place is called JW Tumbles and is in Chesapeake. Peter loves it! To find out more look at...

http://www.jwtumbles.com/

2008-07-10T10:26:00.000-07:00

Andrew is such a smiley baby! He is starting to bond with his Daddy more this week now that Mommy has gone back to work in the evenings.

Peter is doing well too. He loves to imitate everything that I do. He was imatating me cleaning the shower the other day. See the new video "Cleaning is no fun"

2008-07-03T10:06:00.000-07:00

Peter

20 months old

Andrew

2 months old

12lbs. 12 oz.

Andrew is discovering his hands this week. See the new video "Andrew - 2 months"

2008-07-02T13:05:00.000-07:00

We have had two weeks of summer vacation fun! Dan is off for the summer and I am on maternity leave, so we decided to spend some time with my parents. First we went to my parents house in Tennessee for a week.

Mom and Andrew in the backyard

Peter in his cool Elmo swim trunks playing in the pool

Mommy and Peter on the playground

The dirtier the better!

Bob, Janelle and Olivia came to visit for one day. It was so good to see them again! Here is Olivia playing with my Dad.

Then we came back home and the next day we were off to Sandbridge Beach (just about a 45 min. drive away). My parents rented a beach house out there for a week. My brother, Jeff, was there too. It was a beautiful house and the beach was wonderful.

Mommy and Peter looking at the ocean

Mom and Dad ready for some fun in the sun

Peter, as always, enjoyed taking apart the kitchen cabinets...

...and playing with the screen doors

Peter went to the Virginia Aquarium with my Dad and Dan. They had a great time.

Peter really liked the "Little Builders" play area

Peter and his Pa Paw

Andrew and his Gram

Andrew napping with his Pa Paw

2008-06-17T10:06:00.000-07:00

Peter splashing in his new pool

Andrew napping

2008-06-08T09:37:00.000-07:00

Andrew's new belly button

Looking at the mobile on his swing

I am really enjoying being the mom of two boys. Yes, it has it's crazy moments, but there are the precious moments too. Peter is doing well at being a big brother. He has learned how to bring Andrew his blanket and pacifier. It's really sweet.

2008-06-02T16:34:00.000-07:00

Andrew 1 month old

Peter and Daddy at the playground

Our newest Michigan fan

2008-05-26T18:05:00.000-07:00

Andrew 3 weeks old

Sitting at the table with Daddy

Peter 19 months old

2008-05-21T16:13:00.000-07:00

The whole family

The boys with Grandpa and Grandma Mackiewicz

(Peter is getting his back teeth, hence all the drool on the front of the shirt)

Andrew riding in the stroller at the VA Beach boardwalk

Peter playing with (and of course breaking) Daddy's sunglasses

We had a great time with Dan's parents last weekend. They were a big help to me and Peter loved playing with them. Thanks Grandpa and Grandma!

2008-05-12T10:03:00.000-07:00

Sweet dreams

Andrew is such a good baby. He is sleeping and eating well and likes to smile a lot, especially after he eats. The only fault we have found so far is he prefers to poop during the one second that his diaper is off. Oh well, it keeps Mom laughing, and doing lots of laundry. We have really enjoyed my Mom staying with us the past couple of weeks. We are looking forward to Dan's parents coming tomorrow to stay for a few days.

2008-05-10T12:01:00.000-07:00

Andrew and Daddy

Andrew and Uncle Jeff (we think Andrew looks like his Uncle Jeff)

Coming home from the hospital

Look at the video of Andrew in the hospital, "Newborn Andrew"

2008-05-03T11:32:00.001-07:00

Pictures of Peter and Andrew

2008-05-02T13:37:00.000-07:00

Andrew James
Born 5/2/08 at 11:21 am
7 lbs. 14 oz.
20 in.

2008-04-29T03:16:00.000-07:00

Olivia and Peter ready for lunch

Watching Peter on the playground

Got the giggles

Peter reading his book

We really enjoyed having Janelle and Olivia stay with us for a couple of weeks. We really miss them. Right now my mom is staying with us, and Peter is having a great time with her.

Make sure to check the blog this weekend, because baby Andrew is coming! I am having a sceduled C-section done Friday morning. Please pray that Andrew will have a safe delivery, and for my quick recovery.

2008-04-01T07:38:00.000-07:00

Daddy and Peter on a walk at the park

Fun on the slide (notice the static hair)

Last week was Dan's spring break, so we spent a lot of time at the playground with Peter. The weather was really nice and we all enjoyed getting some fresh air. Look at the new video "Peekaboo Peter"

2008-03-18T18:05:00.000-07:00

Looking so pretty

Goofy girl

Giggles

Bob, Janelle and Olivia are packing to move today, so Olivia came over to hang out with her Aunt Sara. She is so cute. I am sure going to miss her. Check out her video clip "Miss Scooty Booty"

2008-03-17T06:27:00.000-07:00

This past weekend we took a trip to the Outer Banks, NC with Bob, Janelle and Olivia. Although the weather was a little cold, we managed to have a great time together. We are going to have to say goodbye to Bob, Janelle, and Olivia as they are moving to Ohio this week, so we were especially glad to have a little vacation with them before they have to leave.

Peter looking at the ocean with his Aunt Janelle

Peter and Mommy (and Andrew)

Checking out the pool

Lunch at the Beach Bread Co.

2008-03-10T10:15:00.000-07:00

Peter went to Daniel Lee's birthday party this past weekend. Here is Daniel, Peter and Olivia enjoying Daniel's new Elmo book.

Mackiewicz Look-alike Meter

2008-02-26T19:09:00.001-08:00

MyHeritage: Family trees - Genealogy - Celebrities - Collage - Morph

2008-02-26T16:53:00.000-08:00

16 months old

2008-02-18T09:39:00.000-08:00

Elmo Break

Peter loves everything Elmo! Notice the shirt, the two toys, and the movie.

Peter is also learning how to find his different body parts. Watch the new movie "Where's Peter's nose?"

2008-01-17T17:00:00.000-08:00

Peter likes to "help" Mommy in the kitchen. He loves to make as much noise as possible with the pots and pans and crawl in and out of the one cabinet that is not latched. I call him my little "Curious George". See the video clip "Kitchen Cabinet Monkey"

2008-01-05T08:41:00.000-08:00

Little Charmer

I love Christmas!

Peter's Christmas photo

Playing the piano with Aunt Janelle and Olivia

Peter loved being outside at his grandparent's house

Together with the family over the holidays

We spent Christmas at Sara's parent's home in Tennessee. What a great week long vacation! Dan's parents and Bob, Janelle, and Olivia were all there. Thanks, Mom and Dad, for your hospitality. We all had such a wonderful time together.

See Peter's new video "Being Goofy"

2007-12-17T05:11:00.000-08:00

It's a boy! Peter is going to have a new brother!

2007-12-04T07:10:00.000-08:00

Our little "Charlie Brown" christmas tree

See Peter's new video "Fun at home"

2007-11-28T06:42:00.000-08:00

Snuggle Nap

This is how Peter and I spent most of our Thanksgiving weekend. We all caught up on some much needed rest. Hope everyone out there had a great Thanksgiving! We had our dinner over at Bob and Janelle's house. It was lovely. Sorry, I forgot to take pictures. See Janelle's blog for some shots of our Thanksgiving feast.

2007-11-13T09:08:00.000-08:00

Peter's favorite new thing to do is throw his ball. Look at the video clip.

2007-11-01T17:41:00.000-07:00

Mommy and Peter spent the day at the Norfolk Zoo. We had a great time looking at all the plants and animals.

Looking at the giraffes

Peter thought the water fountain was pretty amazing

The giant turtle

Playing peekaboo from behind the tree

Exploring the jungle plants

2007-10-31T10:51:00.000-07:00

Happy Halloween!

Mr. Incredibly cute

2007-10-24T07:11:00.000-07:00

Peter had his first birthday on Saturday, Oct. 20. His Gram and PaPaw came (Sara's parents) and took him to the beach in the morning. Then we had a fun party with family and friends in the evening.

See Peter's new video "Singing Happy Birthday to Peter"

2007-10-09T12:23:00.000-07:00

I love breakfast time!

Just one more bite of ice cream, Mommy. Just one. I will be good forever.

Olivia and Peter

See Peter's new video "Cranky Attack Monster"

2007-09-28T14:29:00.000-07:00

Yes, this is what it looks like . . .

Peter is going to have a new brother or sister!

Mommy is 10 weeks pregnant and her due date is May 10th.

We are so excited!

2007-09-13T06:18:00.000-07:00

First steps! See me walking on the new video clip!

2007-09-08T07:13:00.000-07:00

Check out my new video "Fun in the tub"

2007-08-31T11:41:00.000-07:00

Peter is very proud of the fact that he can reach the piano keys now. By the way, he is finally getting his first teeth, and is crawling and cruising everywhere! Check out the new video "Dizzy Tigger".

2007-08-19T15:40:00.000-07:00

I'm 10 months old today!

Check out my new video.

2007-08-15T06:58:00.001-07:00

Summer Fun

Swinging at the playground

Splashing in the motel pool

Bath in the sink

2007-07-20T10:28:00.000-07:00

I'm 9 months old today!

I weigh 20 1/2 lbs. and am 29 in. tall. I am well on my way to becoming mobile and destoying all of my parent's stuff. Check out my new video!

2007-07-04T16:51:00.000-07:00

Summer Vacation

Our family went on an exciting journey through the south to visit all of Sara's family. First we went to Tennessee to pick up Sara's parents (now PaPaw and Gram). Then we all traveled together to Corinth, Mississippi. Dan and Keith went on from there to visit Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, MS while the rest of us stayed behind. This is Dan in the rare books collection at the RTS library.

Peter, Sara and Linda stayed in Corinth to visit with family. Peter saw his Great Grandparents for the first time, as well as Great Aunts and Uncles and second cousins. It was very hot in Mississippi and Peter really enjoyed swimming in Granny Betty's pool.

This is Peter with Keith's mother (MaMaw). They had a lot of fun together!

Dan and Keith came back to Corinth after two days in Jackson. We all went out to eat at the Catfish Hotel with the Oaks family. In the picture is Linda's parents, her brother and his wife, her nephew and his family and Linda, Sara, Dan and Peter. We are by the Tennessee River which was in front of the restaurant. We had a great time visiting together.

On the trip back to Tennessee we stopped at the Hermitage near Nashville, which was the home of Andrew Jackson. We enjoyed the tour through the house and garden. Peter just took a nap.

At Keith and Linda's house the next day, Peter had quite the hairdo at breakfast! We enjoyed hiking at Bays Mountain park in the afternoon. In the evening, Mom and Dad went on a date while Peter played in his swimming pool with PaPaw and Gram.

More fun at PaPaw and Gram's house (that's a mixing bowl on Peter's head).

Happy 4th of July! Today we went hiking at Laurel Creek Falls and had a wonderful time. The rhododendrons were in bloom and were beautiful. Peter loved riding in his backpack and wading in the creek. Tomorrow we are going back home. What a great vacation! (Don't forget to check out the new video clip).

2007-06-25T06:23:00.000-07:00

Trip to Sandbridge Beach

2007-06-16T07:10:00.000-07:00

Daddy and Peter

(check out the new video)

2007-06-01T09:21:00.000-07:00

Look at my new video "More fun in the ducky tub"

2007-05-29T07:08:00.000-07:00

Memorial Day Picnic

Peter and Uncle Jeff

Bob, Janelle and Olivia

Dad, Mom and Peter

2007-05-29T07:00:00.000-07:00

My camo overalls

More fun with the Tigger jumper

Look at my new video "Morning Person"

By the way, I'm 7 months old now and cuter than ever!

2007-05-16T11:19:00.000-07:00

Peter, Karen (Dan's mother) and I took a trip to Norfolk Botanical Garden last week. Here are some of the beautiful roses that were in bloom.

Fourth of July Rose

Betty Boop Rose

Love Rose

Glowing Peace Rose

Pascali Rose

2007-05-16T11:12:00.000-07:00

Look at me! I can sit up by myself now! Make sure to watch my new video.

2007-05-04T19:03:00.000-07:00

Peter was at cousin Olivia's house today and made friends with her big, fuzzy duck. He had a lot to say about it, so watch the new video clip. If you listen close, you might hear him say "Mama" to me.

2007-05-01T19:22:00.000-07:00

Peter has a new cousin!

Olivia Claire was born May 1st at 8:15pm

She was 7 lb 8 oz and 20 1/2 in

Bob is a proud new daddy. Just look at that cute little face! She is a beautiful baby.

Congratulations Bob and Janelle!

2007-04-26T10:16:00.000-07:00

Click on Peter Videos to see me bounce in my new Tigger jumper!

2007-04-17T09:50:00.000-07:00

I love my ducky tub! Check out my new video clip "Splish, Splash"

2007-04-14T17:41:00.000-07:00

Images of East TennesseeA fresh morning

Mallard at Bays Mountain Lake

Mom's spring flowers

2007-04-14T17:34:00.000-07:00

My swing at Papaw and Gram's house

Piggyback ride with Papaw

I love pears!

2007-04-12T13:12:00.000-07:00

Peter met his little girlfriend Campbell on our trip. It was love at first sight.

Dan, Peter, Campbell, and Pete

2007-04-12T12:53:00.000-07:00

Hiking at Bays Mountain Park in Tennessee

Papaw and Peter

2007-04-09T13:51:00.000-07:00

Peter's first Easter

Bunny Toes

Pa Paw and Peter

Peter and Daddy

2007-04-02T10:15:00.000-07:00

We took Peter to Oak Grove Lake Park in Chesapeake over the weekend.

Peter enjoyed riding around with Daddy.

Peter liked the baby swings at the playground.

2007-03-26T09:08:00.000-07:00

Click the new link "Peter Videos" in the side bar to view Peter's latest video clips!

2007-03-20T07:17:00.000-07:00

I'm 5 months old today!