It's A Family Affair

May 5, 2015

We made it to the states! It's good to be home and show Bradyn were we grew up. The midwest really is the best! These are some of the pics I took on our 3 week staycation.

Bradyn was much loved by his cousins, but the only names he still talks about are Addy and Keera. He spent many nights riding around in the Gator.

Goodbye for now, England

April 30, 2015


5 years have come and gone. We've gained so much in that time. A handsome little boy, endless adventures in a foreign land, friends who became family and memories to last us a  lifetime. RAF Lakenheath was not where were thought we would ever end up, but we're thankful for the experience.  Next stop, USA!

Spring is Here!

11 March 2015

65 degrees, sunshine and not a cloud in the sky. We jumped in the car, opened up the sunroof and drove to the duck pond on base. Bradyn had such a great time watching the ducks and throwing sticks into the pond. We have to enjoy every minute of days like this because they don't happen often. Usually the rain ruins our fun. Not this day. On this day we stayed outside for a few hours...... and THEN..... we took a nap. The sun wiped us out! haha!

A Day at the Dentist

5 March 2015

How to ensure a successful trip at the dentist office. 

 1. Give your child some books to read and let him try to operate the drinking fountain on his own. 

 

  2. Once in the room, give him a cool smock and some star-shaped sunglasses to wear so he'll sit still. 

 3. Make sure to practice saying "ahhh" at least a dozen times. This is especially helpful if your child does not want to sit in the chair for very long.

4. Wait for the dentist to come and examine the teeth thoroughly and tell wait 30 minutes before you eat.

5.  30 minutes later, give yourself a treat because that hour seemed like three! With any luck you'll be like Braydn and be cavity free!

STRIKES AND SPARES

20 February 2015

Bradyn had his third well check earlier this week. He weighed 39 lbs. and measured 39 inches tall. The doctors were very impressed with how well he cooperated.

 

We were invited to the RAF Mildenhall Bowling Alley for a birthday party today. It was Bradyn's first time bowling and he loved it. He didn't like having to wait his turn and didn't understand the point of keeping the ball in one lane, but he had the highest score. It was a group effort. STRIKE! 

Toddler bowling is exhausting! Glad we got them all together for a group picture.

Ryan-friend from school

 Bradyn had to show Ryan how it's done. Ryan was NOT impressed!

He was saying, "Awesome" for the Lego themed party!

Happy Birthday to Grandma Rachel tomorrow! We love you!

A Day On The Farm

 Yep Grandpa, I think he's ready to come help you and uncle Joel on the farm!

Marysol and I couldn't tear him away! From cows to bunnies, donkeys and sheep. This little boy loved his day at Wimpole Hall and Farm near Cambridge. He liked the pigs the best. A boy after Grandma Rachel's heart! 

Back in Birmingham

7 February 2015

   Since we celebrated Bradyn's third birthday a week early, we had a family get away to Birmingham. This was our view from the top of our hotel-Hyatt Regency....gorgeous hotel, amazing city! Definitely in the top 3 favorite cities to visit in England. Just 2 1/2 hours on the train.

 

View the other pictures here:

https://www.dropbox.com/sc/0misb6xjx03cjlz/AAAyNdGP_TbrHa02cfiYCGNYa