He's 5!!

Happy Birthday Shepherd. (These pictures are from his party 2/26)

Legos!!!

My best attempt at an Imagination Movers Cake. This was his only request.

Aunt Laura!!

Pops and Grammie.

So big!!

Real Life in photos

3 kids falling asleep at the same time is a near miracle. Of course when it does happen it's in the car and I can't take advantage of it, except smile and enjoy the cuteness.

My big 5 year old. Precious Shep.

Be still my heart...I love when all 3 kids play together. A rare moment of game playing that I had to capure.

Baby girl is growing up. She goes around to other kids her age (or even older) and says "baby" and tries to tickle them. I keep telling her that she's the baby, but she's not buying it.

Snow day tiredness....Owen just gave up in the middle of the living room.

Contemplating a hard day over a cup of hot cocoa.

Just precious. Watching the snow come down.

Daddy hugs are the best. You can tell these two have a special relationship.

And tackling daddy is even better.

Breakfast making...

These two are special friends. Owen takes good care of his sister.

These kids are the best. Each one so different, yet so special and fun. Each one makes up who we are as a family. We have so many crazy moments in a day but I wouldn't have it any other day. I love being a mommy to these 3.

Sisters

I have two of the best sisters ever. I'm 3 years older than Jess and 15 years older than Laura. Both Laura and Jess are so different and my relationship with each is so special and so different. Jess and I grew up together. We have childhood memories and sister secrets. She was my only friend when we would move and we spent all our time together. Jess has been that consistent rock in my life. She's sensitive and caring and is a good listener. I love seeing who God has created her to be.

Laura and I have become closer friends in the last few years. Laura and I are a lot a like. Living close has been so much fun for our friendship. Laura is an encourager and a seeker of God. Not a week goes by that Laura doesn't let me know that she's praying for me. She's the only person in my life that constantly lets me know that.

I love my sisters! We're having a sister weekend this weekend and I'm so excited. Jess is flying in to the DFW and we've got some fun stuff planned, including a night in a hotel. It's coming at a perfect time for me. I can't wait.

Laura was "Chip" in Beauty and the Beast and to say it was amazing would be an understatement. Laura nailed her role.

Laura as a baby

Marla and Jessica at Christmas