Kings on the Korner

Winter Fun

2009-03-08T12:46:00.000-07:00

There's something about a fresh blanket of new fallen snow to bring out the playfulness in all of us. Especially when the wind subsides and the sun comes out! Kids are so photogenic!

Did he really make this catch or is he simply posing???

Maybe Abby has more of her father in her than we thought!

What a smile!

There's quite a bit of mischeviousness behind that grin!

Shadow's never far away from the kids - they love him!

Happy Brithday Boys!

2009-01-28T05:39:00.000-08:00

The Cape Crusaders get ready for cake!

Robin reveals himself.

Matthew turns 3!

Noah turns 6!

Grace and Abby - friends and cousins.

Grandma Rhonda looks on.

Grandpa Gary plays Wii golf.

Aunt Steph and Grandma Sandy.

Uncle Pat relaxes while watching Wii.

Mike.

Uncle David.

Aunt Danielle and Aunt Steph.

Aunt Chris.

Matt and Noah race to get their gifts open first!

David, Ethan, and Isaac look on.

On Saturday, the whole gang arrived to celebrate Matthew's (1/12) and Noah's (1/31) birthdays. The gail force winter winds kept them all inside (dogs and all), but the extra room made it much easier. The boys are really into playing Batman and Robin, hence the cakes. When present time arrived, Matthew seemed to be in a mad race to open his before Noah and keep them in "his" pile! It was a great evening and the boys loved it all.

Batman and Robin

2009-01-20T10:53:00.000-08:00

Batman and Robin - Noah and Matthew - the cape crusaders!

January Freeze

2009-01-20T10:44:00.001-08:00

Although the temperature's been rather frightful, the snow looks quite delightful. On a rare "warm" day the kids finally got out to enjoy the snow!

Happy 3rd Birthday Matthew!

2009-01-20T10:33:00.000-08:00

So sweet, but not always so innocent!

Who can growl louder?

Hello Matthew!

Noah can't wait for Matthew to open his gift!

I can't believe how fast time flies. Matthew is 3! We celebrated with just the five of us, but he loved it all. He loves Scooby Doo (esp. "A Pup Named Scooby Doo") and that's about the only TV he likes to watch. Matthew does like to play superheroes with Noah, though, and he loved his new Batman Cave. Although, I think Noah showed more excitement! While all three played with his new toy, Mike andI looked at pictures from Abby and Noah's 3rd birthday. They grow so fast! Three is such a great age - the perfect blend of little baby and little boy!

Christmas 2008

2008-12-31T07:44:00.000-08:00

Rebecca and the kids take a break.

Aunt Darcy helps with the dishes.

Mike and Matthew point out the tree.

Matthew tries out his new bean bag.

Noah picks a cookie for Santa from Grandma's tray.

Stan takes a cat nap.

Even Shadow had a friend for Christmas - Darcy's dog, Unji.

Abby shows her stocking (made by Grandma King).

The presents!

Christmas Eve dinner before the church service. Rebecca, Matthew, Darcy, Rhonda, Abby, Mike, Stan, and Noah.

Getting our Christmas Tree - December 5, 2008

2008-12-10T08:22:00.001-08:00

For about the 4th straight year, we made the trek up to Buttenshoen's farm in Marcy to pick out our Christmas tree. Mike had two of the boys as students and likes to support their family business. They give us tractor/wagon ride and the kids love it. We decorated it the next day after of hours of begging! Only 3 ornmanet broke in the process - not bad!

Happy 1st Birthday Shadow - December 4, 2008

2008-12-10T08:14:00.001-08:00

Believe it or not, we actually celebrated Shadow's first birthday. To the say the kids were excited, is to put it mildly! With a candle in a dog treat and some brownies and ice cream (for his guests)....it became our cheapest birthday celebration yet! 6 months ago (in the middle of chases, digging, chewing, and more), I never thought I'd say this,.... but you bring us a lot of joy, Shadow! Happy Birthday!

Our 6th Annual Thanksgiving

2008-12-10T06:35:00.000-08:00

Abby (with some help from the boys) made her annual Thanksgiving hands for each person's place setting.

Matty G kicking back and watching the parade!

Stan, Rhonda, Lynn, Mom, and Mike get ready to partake in the feast.

What's a family get together without the kids' table?

Stan and the boys watching the parade.

Dad, David, and Danielle get ready to eat.

Abby and Rhonda enjoy the day.

Is that really mom napping?

Once again, we enjoyed a wonderful Thanksgiving. Mike's parents, my parents, Lynn, my brother David and his wife Danielle all joined us for lots of food and football. With the no kids in diapers and all a little older, preparations were a little easier this year. Abby helped with her Thanksgiving hands place settings and also setting the table. The boys put puzzles together and "entertained" Grandma and Grandpa King while watching the parade.

Halloween

2008-11-06T19:18:00.000-08:00

Noah "not enjoying" school with his buddies at their class Halloween Party.

Noah and his K teacher, Ms. Lomanto at their Halloween Party.

Abigail (Cleopatra) with her 3rd grade teacher, Mrs. Kapps.

Abby, Noah, Matt and Shadow with their Jack-o-Lanterns, that they grew in our garden this year.

I dressed up in Mike's soccer officiating uniform for the AWANA Fall Festival with the kids. They had a ball and actually had to recite Bible verses to get their candy!

Abby's Pumpkin Party

2008-10-18T12:05:00.000-07:00

Friday night, Abby hosted all her local cousins, aunt, uncles, and grandparents for her 8th birthday. She had a pumpkin cake and loved all her presents. The adults ate chili and bread, while the kids ran outside in the dark with the dogs Shadow and Charlie. Thanks everyone for making Abby's birthday so special!

Go Noah, Go!

2008-10-16T14:16:00.000-07:00

Noah took his part in our AWANA "walk-a-thon" quite seriously. After the 20 minute time limit was up, Noah had completed the most laps of all three groups - 32! His face matched his vest, but he actually loved AWANA that night. The money they raised went to an orphanage in Bali, Indonesia to supply their AWANA vest, badges, etc. Sorry Grandma and Grandpa - Noah "walked" a few more laps than we anticipated! Abby also took to it with enthusiasm and finished with 22 laps. Great job!

Happy 8th Birthday, Abby!

2008-10-16T13:50:00.000-07:00

Abby took 3 girlfriends to a potter shop for her birthday after school. They painted, giggled, and ate cake! Afterwards, we met the boys for dinner at Zebb's before rushing on to AWANA at church where Abby and Noah did a walk-a-thon for the AWANA kids in Bali, Indonesia. It was a busy afternoon/evening, but a fun one. I can't believe our baby girl is 8!

Family Hike to the Overlook

2008-10-14T11:27:00.000-07:00

On Sunday, we drove to my sister's house in Fabius and joined the rest of the family in a hike up past her ponds and through the woods to the overlook (over Labrador Pond and the surrounding valley). We couldn't ask for a more perfect day and the parents, grandparents, cousins, and even the dogs loved it! With 9 adults, 8 kids, and three dogs, it's hard to get a picture of everyone, but I tried!

Red, White, and Blue

2008-10-14T10:51:00.000-07:00

Matthew, Abby, and Noah came flying out of the house one morning last week wearing three different coats. I didn't plan the colors - honest! But I had to snap a pictures while they waited for the bus.

Swinging

2008-10-13T06:46:00.000-07:00

The kids and I enjoyed the BEAUTIFUL fall weather while waiting for Mike to get home.

Fly Away "Stripe"

2008-10-13T06:31:00.001-07:00

Our caterpillar finally chewed out of his chrysallis a few days ago and the kids all took turns holding him until his wings got strong enough to fly away. Isn't it amazing what God can change!

Fly Away "Stripe"

2008-10-13T06:31:00.000-07:00

Our caterpillar finally chewed out of his chrysallis a few days ago and the kids all took turns holding him until his wings got strong enough to fly away. Isn't it amazing what God can change!

First Day of School - September 4, 2008

2008-09-06T19:20:00.000-07:00

Can that really be our baby boy getting on the bus with Abby this year? He looks so grown up and acts as if he's done it for years. I'm so proud of him, yet I can't help but shed tears as I watch Noah step into the world for the first time on his own. Well, mostly on his own. It's even more precious to watch Abby call him in excitement as the bus rounds the corner and then watch them both sit side by side and wave. Are these the same two kids that nearly killed each other last night over who got to open Shadow's crate first?! True sibling love!

And Matthew....what will you do without your big brother around. He's served as constant entertainment your whole 2 1/2 years of life! It's just you and I kid - will your years at home fly by faster????

2008-07-10T18:50:00.000-07:00