Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Fall Photo Shoot
Head over to Jamie's Flickr page to see our fall photo session of the girls.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/jag64551/
Baby Pool
Since there is so much speculation as to what this baby is and we only have 6 days before we will know, I thought it might be fun to do a baby pool. So, go ahead and leave your guesses for GENDER, WEIGHT and LENGTH in the comment box and we will see who's guesses are correct.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Birthday Girl
Evelyn is 1!
We had a little party for her on Tuesday and she loved opening her gifts.
She climbed on top of this one to fend off her cousins. She is one tough cookie!
She got really excited about everyone singing to her.
The best part of a 1st birthday party is letting them do whatever they would like to their cake. We got her a cute cupcake and let her go at it. She was tentative at first but once she got a taste of the frosting she was hooked.
Sorry Evelyn but every party must end sometime.
Music Class
Today we were invited to go to a music class for babies/preschoolers by our good friend Elijah.
I wasn't able to take photos as the class keeps you very busy but it was such a fun time. The girls just loved it. They get to play with instruments, scarfs, magic wands, and balls (Elijah's favorite!). All the while they are learning basic principles of rythm and music. We even danced a little. Shh! Don't tell the Baptists :)
It took Nora one or two songs to jump in but by the end she was bouncing with the best of em. Evelyn loved every minute of it and kept bobbing up and down, clapping and saying "yay!". Hehe, I think she like it :)
Thanks for inviting us Elijah! It was such fun!
I wasn't able to take photos as the class keeps you very busy but it was such a fun time. The girls just loved it. They get to play with instruments, scarfs, magic wands, and balls (Elijah's favorite!). All the while they are learning basic principles of rythm and music. We even danced a little. Shh! Don't tell the Baptists :)
It took Nora one or two songs to jump in but by the end she was bouncing with the best of em. Evelyn loved every minute of it and kept bobbing up and down, clapping and saying "yay!". Hehe, I think she like it :)
Thanks for inviting us Elijah! It was such fun!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Evelyn
Evie is the child that keeps me on my toes. She is forever finding trouble. She has the sweetest personality but don't let her fool you. She's quick and she's dangerous. Her curiosity often gets the best of her and I am constantly removing her from "sticky" situations (pun completely intended). I guess I didn't need that brand new jar of molasses afterall.
Monday, November 1, 2010
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Is anyone still out there?
I know, you thought I had fallen off the face of the earth didn't you? Fear not. I've been here. I don't have a great excuse for taking such a long break between posts other than to say I dove in to fall head first. I have been soaking up all the amazing things that fall in Michigan has to offer and loving every minute of it. Fall is my most favorite season. There is nothing about it that I don't like. Well okay, one thing. It leads to winter every stinkin time. We should do something about that...
Anyway, in my mind fall starts in mid September by celebrating my wedding anniversary. That is where I left off with you all and it's where I shall pick up. I know I've said it before but I have the best husband ever. I wanted to share with you something incredibly thoughtful he did for our 5 year anniversary. He called up our wedding cake person and had her make the most adorable mini versions of our wedding cake. He even got the flavors right. Pumpkin Spice cake with a cream cheese filling and Ginger cake with a Carmel butter cream. Phenomenal! Since we didn't really get to eat cake at out reception it was so cool to be able to really enjoy these ones. Aren't they the cutest things ever? Seriously!
Anyway, in my mind fall starts in mid September by celebrating my wedding anniversary. That is where I left off with you all and it's where I shall pick up. I know I've said it before but I have the best husband ever. I wanted to share with you something incredibly thoughtful he did for our 5 year anniversary. He called up our wedding cake person and had her make the most adorable mini versions of our wedding cake. He even got the flavors right. Pumpkin Spice cake with a cream cheese filling and Ginger cake with a Carmel butter cream. Phenomenal! Since we didn't really get to eat cake at out reception it was so cool to be able to really enjoy these ones. Aren't they the cutest things ever? Seriously!
Thursday, September 16, 2010
5 years ago today...
Five years ago today I married the best man I've ever met. He has fulfilled everything I thought I wanted and many things I didn't know I needed in a husband. He is unbelieveably patient (he'd have to be to put up with me). He is supportive, understanding, kind, and is constantly putting my needs above his own. I am truly undeserving of him.
We've come a long way in five years. We bought a house, finished school, advanced careers, and have two beautiful little girls with another little blessing coming in November. We've supported eachother through all the ups and downs life brings and have learned a lot about what it means to be husband and wife.
I can only imagine what God has planned for us in the next five. Whatever it may be, I look forward to facing it all head on together. We truly meant every word we spoke to eachother that day. In sickness or health, pleanty or in want, in joy or in sorrow we choose eachother. We cling to eachother and move forward with excitement over what life will hold for us.
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
My Fabulous Husband
You truly are my best friend and I am so blessed to be married to you. All my love to you as you celebrate another year tomorrow. Happy Birthday!
Thursday, September 2, 2010
The Big 3
I am so glad to have my computer back and to have the pictures I promised you. Here are some photos from my baby's birthday party. I can't believe she's 3!
It's a little hard to see but I made this tank for her and it was kind of the inspiration for the decor.
I made these "streamers" using ribbon and some paper flowers and hung them all about the room. They were in the window and on the doors and hanging from the lights.
The "tablescape" as Sandra Lee would call it was also pink and black. I sprinkled little flowers around the table but the centerpiece was a fabulous cake made by my friend Becca.
Sorry for the sideways photo. This cake was just perfect for the party. It brought everything together and was soooo yummy!
I don't know if Nora got her wish but we all sure had a good time celebrating this milestone with her. This is just another reminder of how quickly time goes and how I need to try and absorb everything to the best of my ability because it won't be long before my babies are grown.
Happy Birthday Nora!
It's a little hard to see but I made this tank for her and it was kind of the inspiration for the decor.
I made these "streamers" using ribbon and some paper flowers and hung them all about the room. They were in the window and on the doors and hanging from the lights.
The "tablescape" as Sandra Lee would call it was also pink and black. I sprinkled little flowers around the table but the centerpiece was a fabulous cake made by my friend Becca.
Sorry for the sideways photo. This cake was just perfect for the party. It brought everything together and was soooo yummy!
I don't know if Nora got her wish but we all sure had a good time celebrating this milestone with her. This is just another reminder of how quickly time goes and how I need to try and absorb everything to the best of my ability because it won't be long before my babies are grown.
Happy Birthday Nora!
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
My little burn victim
I thought a few of you "readers" might like a little update on the Evster. Yesterday we visited the burn clinic and they were pleased with what they saw. Evie's burns are healing as they should. The blisters have broken and now it is just a process of growing some new skin in those areas. She even got the afternoon off from her bandages however, over the evening and night she seemed to have an increase in redness and iritation etc.
I was thankful to already have an appointment with our doctor for first thing this morning. He reccomended keeping her bandaged for at least a week or so. He is very cautious and wants to make sure to avoid any infection in the area and to allow it sufficient time to heal. He also encouraged me to continue her pain meds to keep her comfortable. I was very thankful he agreed wtih me on that. My mommy heart just can't stand the thought of her hurting, especially since she can't tell me.
All in all Evelyn is great and if she didn't have the visual signs of the burns you wouldn't know she was hurt at all. She is such a trooper! Honestly, the hardest part is changing her bandages. We practically have to wrestle her to the ground to keep her still. I am sure glad for Jamie who is so patient and caring. I wait and handle the dressings until he can help. It is definitly a two man job!
Thanks to my dear friends who are praying for her. Please keep it up as she continues to heal. We are thanking God for protecting her and for giving her such a mellow, go-with-the-flow attitude. She sure is a trooper!
I was thankful to already have an appointment with our doctor for first thing this morning. He reccomended keeping her bandaged for at least a week or so. He is very cautious and wants to make sure to avoid any infection in the area and to allow it sufficient time to heal. He also encouraged me to continue her pain meds to keep her comfortable. I was very thankful he agreed wtih me on that. My mommy heart just can't stand the thought of her hurting, especially since she can't tell me.
All in all Evelyn is great and if she didn't have the visual signs of the burns you wouldn't know she was hurt at all. She is such a trooper! Honestly, the hardest part is changing her bandages. We practically have to wrestle her to the ground to keep her still. I am sure glad for Jamie who is so patient and caring. I wait and handle the dressings until he can help. It is definitly a two man job!
Thanks to my dear friends who are praying for her. Please keep it up as she continues to heal. We are thanking God for protecting her and for giving her such a mellow, go-with-the-flow attitude. She sure is a trooper!
Sunday, August 29, 2010
MIA
Well, I haven't posted a thing since I finished canning. It's not for lack of time or even lack of things to blog about but because I am without my computer. Actually it's sitting right next to me but I have not been able to use it in almost a week. On Tuesday the strangest thing happend. My power cord up and disappeared. I really, truly believe it grew legs and walked away. There is no other explanation. I have searched the house high and low looking for it but it remains a mystery.
At any rate a new one is ordered and I'm sure the day it arrives the other will turn up. But until then, I will have to stick with stealing a few minutes on Jamie's laptop here and there. They are hard to find since he is generally using it!
I hesitate to even mention what has been happening around here as I do not have pictures to go along with the events. Don't you agree that half the fun of reading peoples posts is seeing the visual evidence? Anyway, due to the fact that I am always the LAST one to get pics from my husband and that I am working with unfamiliar equiptment I am left with no choice but to create a picture with my words :)
So, work with me people...
Last weekend Jamie's brother Ryan moved back to Grand Rapids. He will be attending Davenport and pursuing his bachelors degree. This meant that "Grandma G." was able to come up and help him settle into his new place. It also happened to be Nora's birthday. Talk about good timing!
I spent Saturday afternoon decorating and preparing for Nora's party. Can you believer she turned 3! As soon as they are made available to me I will post pics. We had a pink and black theme and I think it turned out pretty cute. My friend Becca even made us a really cool cake to match our color scheme. She did a great job and it tasted oh, so yummy.
Mid week I gave Nora a super cute big girl haircut. Again, pictures will have to follow.
This weekend went a little different than we planned. We were supposed to attend the HHBC youth event at Lake MI. but little miss Evelyn decided a trip to the ER sounded like a better idea. Evie-if you want to spend time with mommy and daddy just tell us. All of the drama really isn't necessary.
Poor Evelyn's curiosity got the best of her and she pulled a cup of hot water directly onto her lap. I have been calling her "trouble" for a few months now and she has officially lived up to her nickname. Thankfully, the Lord protected her and she came through the event with only first and second degree burns. She looks like she has a really bad sunburn and has a few blisters but it really could have been much worse. She is handling it remarkebly well. In fact, other than the bandages you wouldn't know anything was wrong. She seems to be the same happy little girl we've always loved. She has these super cute leg warmers to keep her bandages on too. Pictures of those to come.
Anyway, things have been eventful around here for sure. Here's hoping next week is a little calmer/quieter.
At any rate a new one is ordered and I'm sure the day it arrives the other will turn up. But until then, I will have to stick with stealing a few minutes on Jamie's laptop here and there. They are hard to find since he is generally using it!
I hesitate to even mention what has been happening around here as I do not have pictures to go along with the events. Don't you agree that half the fun of reading peoples posts is seeing the visual evidence? Anyway, due to the fact that I am always the LAST one to get pics from my husband and that I am working with unfamiliar equiptment I am left with no choice but to create a picture with my words :)
So, work with me people...
Last weekend Jamie's brother Ryan moved back to Grand Rapids. He will be attending Davenport and pursuing his bachelors degree. This meant that "Grandma G." was able to come up and help him settle into his new place. It also happened to be Nora's birthday. Talk about good timing!
I spent Saturday afternoon decorating and preparing for Nora's party. Can you believer she turned 3! As soon as they are made available to me I will post pics. We had a pink and black theme and I think it turned out pretty cute. My friend Becca even made us a really cool cake to match our color scheme. She did a great job and it tasted oh, so yummy.
Mid week I gave Nora a super cute big girl haircut. Again, pictures will have to follow.
This weekend went a little different than we planned. We were supposed to attend the HHBC youth event at Lake MI. but little miss Evelyn decided a trip to the ER sounded like a better idea. Evie-if you want to spend time with mommy and daddy just tell us. All of the drama really isn't necessary.
Poor Evelyn's curiosity got the best of her and she pulled a cup of hot water directly onto her lap. I have been calling her "trouble" for a few months now and she has officially lived up to her nickname. Thankfully, the Lord protected her and she came through the event with only first and second degree burns. She looks like she has a really bad sunburn and has a few blisters but it really could have been much worse. She is handling it remarkebly well. In fact, other than the bandages you wouldn't know anything was wrong. She seems to be the same happy little girl we've always loved. She has these super cute leg warmers to keep her bandages on too. Pictures of those to come.
Anyway, things have been eventful around here for sure. Here's hoping next week is a little calmer/quieter.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Little Jars of Sunshine
Did you know that canning can be one of the most gratifying process in the world? It's so exciting to me that we can take some of the God's beautiful summer creations and pack them away like little jars of sunshine for the long winter months. And even better yet, when you do it correctly you hear the most wonderful and gratifying sound to confirm your work was not in vein. Each little jar goes "tink" (or clink, pink, ping depending on your perspective) telling you that your hard work has paid off and your harvest is safely protected and ready for you to enjoy on a cold winter day. My sister equated the sound with things like jingle bells at Christmas and sprinklers on a hot summer afternoon and I think she is absolutely right!
So, here is photo documentation of the process because the Geysbeek's don't do anything without taking pictures of it. If you don't have a picture, how do you know it really even happened?
My mission was to take this...
and this...
put them in here...
and with any luck, get this!
And 12 out of 13 times, it's worked! I'm about half way there so hopefully my track record continues. It's really a bummer when you get this...
So, here is photo documentation of the process because the Geysbeek's don't do anything without taking pictures of it. If you don't have a picture, how do you know it really even happened?
My mission was to take this...
and this...
put them in here...
and with any luck, get this!
And 12 out of 13 times, it's worked! I'm about half way there so hopefully my track record continues. It's really a bummer when you get this...
My husband thinks this is "one of the most complex and intense processes he's ever seen". I'm going to let him keep thinking that in order to preserve my status as the best wife ever and possibly bank some points for a day when I'm feeling slightly less "becky-homecky".
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Any guesses?
So I'm sitting here listening to little "tinks" coming from my kitchen and each one is making me smile. I will post about it tomorrow (hopefully) but in the mean time, any guesses?
Monday, August 16, 2010
Studio 15
I have been meaning to post pictures of my salon for a long time and never remember to bring my camera with me. So, today I arrived a little early and snapped a couple shots of it.
It has been such a great experience to be in this new place. I just love it and look forward to spending time there.
I truly have the best job in the world. You know that excitement you get when you are going to be getting your hair done? You know when you are in need of some girl time when you can relax and be pampered? Imagine getting to be in that setting twice a week!
I am such a lucky girl!
It has been such a great experience to be in this new place. I just love it and look forward to spending time there.
I truly have the best job in the world. You know that excitement you get when you are going to be getting your hair done? You know when you are in need of some girl time when you can relax and be pampered? Imagine getting to be in that setting twice a week!
I am such a lucky girl!
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Geysbeek Family Photos
At the end of June my family was able to head down south to visit with my husbands parents and brothers. It had been a LONG time since we had pictures together and have never had nice photos done. We decided to make it a priority to do a family photo session while we were there. Here is a sampling of how they turned out.
Mom and Dad
Grandma and Evelyn
Uncle Ryan, Uncle Adam and the girls
Evelyn Lucille
Nora Caroline
We had a great time on this trip and miss our long distance family very much!
Mom and Dad
Grandma and Evelyn
Uncle Ryan, Uncle Adam and the girls
Evelyn Lucille
Nora Caroline
We had a great time on this trip and miss our long distance family very much!
Friday, July 30, 2010
20 weeks
I can hardly belive I have already reached the half way mark with this pregnancy. It seems like yesterday that I saw that little pink line appear. I've gone from disbelief to stress and fear and can now honestly say that I am excited. I look forward to meeting this child and getting to know who he/she is. God is good and has proved to me in the last 20 weeks that He is in charge. He added this blessing to our family and I just can't wait to see what joys pour out from this gift from God.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
40th Anniversary
My parents recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. We took them to a local park for family photos, to Mangiamo's for dinner and then back to our place for dessert. It was a great evening of celebration!
Monday, July 12, 2010
Sister Dates
One of the things I look forward to most is spending time with my sisters. We were able to take some time away this weekend to rest and relax at the Lake.
Highlights from the weekend included...
Wonderful food
New games
A beautiful fire
Relaxing on the beach
A nice long walk
and did I mention the food???
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