Easter!

Snuggling up with the Easter bunny.

Looking great in his Easter dinosaur vest!

Ready for church in her Easter dress.

Easter Breakfast

All Because Two People Fell In Love...

That's my parents. Their 30th Wedding Anniversary is the 18th of March. I decided to list the reasons why I am grateful they are my parents!

They had me! (of course) Apparently, I was a handful! Some of you looked shocked! I am thankful they decided to keep me around long enough to see how I turned out.

My dad was in the military. At the time I was little and there wasn't anything glorious about it. Today, I can look back and I am grateful we were able to travel and live in different places. All six of us kids were born in different places and in Katie's case, a different country.

They had lots of kids. Again, at the time this wasn't as much fun being one of the oldest but now I really appreciate it. We are each unique and have something different to offer.

They love the holidays. Every year they celebrate and decorate for the holidays. (dad gets roped into it) They made them special. Now I try to do the same for my children.

They let us eat junk food and drink soda. Don't really know what to comment about that except that I am glad they did.

They always made a big deal out of whatever we were interested in. They tried to make it to each and every school function they could. They still make it a priority for Michelle and now their grandchildren.

They love their grandchildren. My kids love Grandma and Grandpa. Todd cried all day yesterday wanting to go to Grandma's house. It's probably the junk food and soda. :)

They laugh a lot. It's especially great to watch my dad laugh because his belly shakes.

They love football. We are a football loving people. My mom gets fired up the most and dad has to calm her down. Great times!

They love watching TV and movies. Great moments in the Byrd household have bee sitting around together watching a TV show or a great movie. My mom peaked my interest in classic movies. I appreciate old movies because of that. I cannot tell you how many times we have watched The Christmas Story. (You'll shoot your eye out!)

They are always there to listen to our problems and try to help out if they can. My dad basically listened to me cry through my years of college and helped me pass Calculus, C++ and Pascal. I kept telling him I am just not smart enough. Somehow, I made it through.

They are crafty and handy. Anytime something broke dad fixed it. It may not have looked the best when he was done but it worked. My mom sewed a lot and still does. She made Halloween costumes for us. My Rainbow Bright costume was awesome. She made my friend Suzanne's and my eighth grade graduation dress. They even had off the shoulder sleeves which were all the rage. :) She has made numerous quilts, bridesmaid's dresses, and clothes for people.

They taught us that marriage isn't easy and requires sacrifice and patience. :)

A little humor from Todd...

You know how kids learn all kinds of things from going to school, good and bad. Well, he must have learned knock knock jokes because he has been saying, "Knock Knock, mommy". William, I think you would appreciate his little jokes! Here goes his latest...

Todd: Knock Knock
Mommy: Who's There
Todd: Boogers
Mommy: (Wondering where this is going) Booger's Who?
Todd: Eat It! (Todd laughing)

I should have known!

Reagan's Easter Dress

I couldn't help myself. I had to share with you Reagan in her beautiful Easter dress. Reagan's Mo Mo made it just for her. She has amazing talent! Click on the picture to really see the detail.

Spring is coming...

Despite the snow and ice we just received, I know that Spring is just around the corner. I love the Texas bluebonnets and popcorn popping on the trees. There is Easter which means new Spring dresses and shoes. A visit from the Easter bunny among other things. Todd had a lesson on Sunday about being thankful for trees and plants. His wonderful teacher let them plant a seed in a small pot so they themselves can witness this beautiful event. I am so grateful for his teachers!

March comes in like a lion!

It snowed! Here is Todd playing outside in the big white snowflakes!

We love Blue's Clues!

I noticed one day while Blue's Clues was on that Reagan was glued to the tv. She will sit completely still to watch this show. Do I feel a little guilty over this? You bet, but it gives me ten minutes of knowing that she isn't in anything!

What is the deal with the dishwasher?

Everytime that door opens it sends a message to her brain wherever she may be. The next thing I know she is climbing inside it!

Welcome to our Blog!

This is my first attempt at our very own blog. We are a unique family made up of two parents and four wonderful kids. Adam and Cindy were married July 18, 2003 in the Dallas, Texas Temple. We are lucky to have Hunter and Ryan part of our family and enjoy spending time with them when they come to visit. Hunter is the oldest and will be 10 years old on April 9. Ryan is 8 years old. They make me laugh with their great stories! Todd was born on May 26th, 2004. We were then blessed with the sweetest little girl on April 5, 2007. Reagan will soon be one and I can't believe it!