You Know You Are Old When....

Your babysitter is having kids of her own and your oldest can now sit for her. Yikes! There were two gals who braved the Sterner 5 in the young demanding years. This is one of the survivors, Miss Steph and her sweet little Emma. I am thrilled that in spite of all the "damage" we could have done she has jumped feet first into mothering as she is now expecting number 2! Congratulations Steve and Miss Steph. Love you guys.




Here are some of the many, many faces of this precious sweetheart. Seriously the personality revealed in her numerous expressions is handed straight down from her mama as she is the one who taught our Hannah all about being a drama queen. Your turn is coming Steph. :)





Seriously, how cute is this!





What talented tongue rolling.


Cracking herself up in the mirror with Hannah.


Now, notice this next series. There is one person who is predominantly present in most all of the following pictures. My middle boy has a heart the size of Texas and a sweet attention that comes without prodding for little ones. It is precious to this mama's heart. I am convinced that someday he will be an amazing husband and dad just like his father.


Not so sure Emma is loving all of his attention.


Genuine loving from the big guy.


Still in close proximity. That is Zach in the mask beside him. Didn't even phase Emma.


Emma might have thought a change of scenery would free her of her shadow....nope.





Up to the very minute she was going to leave Isaac remained at her side, helping her with her coat and giving her far more attention than any on-the-go toddler likely wants. Issac, you are my big teddy bear.


It was great seeing you girls. Thanks for taking the time to spend some time with us. What a treat! Come visit again any time you are back in Iowa. You are always welcome.