Valentine's Day

 We made homemade Valentine's this year.  Crayons and coloring sheets and little cards.  It was so much fun to do something that they both could help with.

 

 Lily Kate and her best school buddy, Khaliel.

 

Showing one another their Valentines.

 

 

I love Valentine's Day.  I know it is so silly but I can't help it.  This year I decorated the kitchen and living room in hearts and pink and red and had lots of goodies waiting for the kids when they woke up.  But, the most fun thing we did this year was their Valentine's Day parties at school.  Hanging out in Cole's class, with a bunch of 4-5 year old boys, is so totally funny!  They tell the silliest jokes and laugh at everything and talk all at once.  Oh, I wish we could always be so happy!  I loved spending that time with Cole, eating pizza and playing games.  When I felt like I had spent enough time with Cole I headed to Lily's class.  It was a much tamer group of kids who had no idea what the big deal was!  It was cute in its own way and it was sweet to see Lily playing with her friends as well.  I love where they go to school....love their teachers and all that they put into every day.  I am so glad that I was able to share this time with the kids.  I hope they always want me to sit by them and their friends during parties (I can dream right?!).

Fatherly Love

"Promise me you will always remember that you're braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think."

---Christopher Robin

 

Sweet Lily Kate - You have your Daddy wrapped around your little finger so tight I think, at times, it takes his breath away.  I hope you always know that he is in your corner, cheering you on, watching you take on the world one second at a time.  There is nothing he would not do for you!

One Of A Kind Superbowl Party

Yep folks, this is how the Searcy family enjoyed the Super bowl this year.  Snuggled up in a fort until with lots of snacks!

A New Start

For the few people that read this blog you may have noticed that I have not been posting as often.  And, for now, that is probably how it will be.  Rhonald and I have done a lot of talking recently about our family and the goals that we have.  We are spending a lot less time with the TV or computer on and a lot more time playing and making memories.  I have tried to capture big and important things on camera but for now I am trying to live the memories along with everyone else.  As Cole turned 5 we began realizing all to certainly that these 2 babies will only be this small for a second.  I realize more and more that I cherish this blog and the memories it is keeping record of but I also realize that I want to make the memories now and record them when there is "extra time."  We have joined a community group at our church (finally) and are learning and growing in the Lord.  We are turning up the music and having dance parties and bubble baths and many more meals together around the dinner table.  Rhonald and I have noticed that when our moods are focused and peaceful (especially mine since I am home more) then our whole house is more peaceful and focused.  The kids are playing well together and really becoming friends.  Don't get me wrong....we all still need our quiet hour alone in the afternoon but even that is something we look forward to daily.  We are simply seeking what we feel God wants from us right now and that in itself is a real adventure for us.  Life is exciting...life with 2 little kids is wonderful and fun and we truly can't wait to see what this year has in store for us!

So Proud!

Guess who is learning to pee and poop in the potty????  THIS GIRL!!!!!

Cole's 5th Birthday Party

About 9 months ago Cole began requesting a bowling party for his 5th birthday. I mean, talking about it non stop. So, that is what we did and we had an awesome time! We began the party with a game of parent/child laser tag which was so much fun but very hard to take pictures of. The kids were a little apprehensive at first but soon fell in love with the idea and loved it! Next we moved on to bowling. So fun and so crazy at this age. The kids were so great about taking turns and cheering for one another. It was also nice beacuse there was a lot of parent/child time and I know everyone appreciated that. Cole hasn't been bowling much but he is pretty good...as good as you can be at 5 years old. He even got a strike!!!!! After bowling we headed in the party room for pizza and cake and presents. It was so much fun to celebrate out sweet 5 year old and spend time with so many friends! I still cannot believe he is getting so big.....

Cole is 5!!!!!

My first born turned 5 years old today.  I have never in my life seen someone as excited about their birthday as Cole Searcy.  On our way to school he even said, "I think I am a little bit taller today."  Oh - my sweet, sweet boy.  We did our annual Birthday Interview today and this is what our big boy had to say.....

What are your nicknames?  Cole, Cole Bug
How old are you?  5
What is your favorite color?  Red
What is your favorite animal?  Turtle
What is your favorite book?  Transformers
What is your favorite TV show?  Wild Kratts
What is your favorite movie?  Super Hero Squad
What is your favorite song?  The Avengers Soundtrack
What is your favorite food?  Cheeseburgers
What is your favorite drink?  Sprite
What is your favorite breakfast food?  Cinnamon Toast
What is your favorite snack?  Goldfish crackers
What is your favorite thing to wear?  Super hero shirts
What is your favorite game?  The Wolverine X Men game for the Leapster
What is your favorite toy?  Legos
Who is your best friend?  Jacob Vo
What is your favorite thing to do?  Watch a movie
What is your favorite thing to do outside?  Play
What is your favorite holiday?  Christmas because I spend time with my family
What do you take to bed at night?  My blue blankie and my monkey
Where is your favorite place to go?  Church
What is your favorite restaurant?  McDonald's
Where do you like to go on vacation?  Colorado and the beach
What do you want to be when you grow up?  A dad, a Family Doctor and a Praise and Worship leader

****update: Cole's 5 year stats: He weighs 44 lbs and is 3 feet 8 inches tall (both are in the 75% for his age).