Sanibel Island, FL

We spent a few days in Sanibel, FL a week ago with the Ravensberg family! It was great to retreat to the sun and beach...Sam loved the sand and ocean and the flight was much more bearable from Indy versus the one last year from CA!

Dining out has taken on new meaning with a 21 month old!

David's birthday dinner at Sunset Grill

The gang before dinner at the jazz bar! Gamaw, Marty, and Bob were so gracious to send us out... while they spent the evening with Sam.

Samantha and Aunt Becky

The biggest kids at the park!

Leaving for the airport after a great week with Gamaw!

Daddy, Gamaw, and Sam outside The Bean...favorite coffee spot on the island!

Searching for shells with "Marny"

Sam and Daddy

Mommy, Daddy, and Samantha

Finding shells and critters with "Bobby"

Samantha was very intrigued by the other kids on the beach and their sand castles!

Playing in the ocean!

" Building" sand castles of her own!

Rinsing the sand off of her legs! Samantha has become very particular about having anything on her hands, feet, face, legs, etc.

Again, trying to get the sand off of her feet!

We were sad to leave the beach, but so thankful to only say good-bye to FL instead of family too! It is wonderful being close to everyone again, although we miss our friends and climate in CA dearly=) Love to you all! Thanks for checking in...

21 Months

Loving the beach in Sanibel, FL this year!

March 7, 2008

Samantha loved getting to celebrate Ryan and Meagan's wedding with everyone! She couldn't get enough of the band and dancing with all her family. The wedding took place at Tabernacle Presbyterian Church and the reception was downtown Indy at the Westin. It was a beautiful event!

Sam trying to get down to dance!

Getting down!

Samantha loved playing with cousin Carter!

Samantha and Carter were a hit to watch on the dance floor!

Stopping for a photo op before the reception=)

Samantha was in heaven at the rehearsal dinner! She couldn't dig in fast enough when the waitress placed a bowl of vanilla ice cream in front of her!! Like father, like daughter=) Sam's favorite treat is "ice-sume!"

History Repeats Itself

We had our 20 week ultrasound on Tuesday and learned we are having another GIRL!
From Bobby's perspective:

Well, here I am, a man with TWO daughters....what else can I say?

Actually, I am very excited about the doubling of everything "girl". You know, 2xs the tea parties, 2xs the dolls, 2xs the clothes, 2xs the makeup...and estrogen, and monthly cycles, and boyfriends, and prom nights, and college formals, and....weddings. I can be certain that my prayer life will also double:-)

Everything is right on track. Baby girl is healthy, has both sides of her brain (praise the Lord we don't have to go through that mess again), and delivery date is still July 5 or a few days earlier.

Upon many requests, I will post a belly shot here soon!

20 Months

Pic coming soon!

Snow Day!

We woke up to a winter wonderland last Wednesday! We all experienced a change in daily routine and were quickly reminded how weather can alter a days plans=)

19 Months

Our little Indiana snow bunny!

Change, Change and Even More Change

As of December 20, 2007...we officially became Hoosiers again! Bob accepted a job transfer within Boston Scientific, providing us the opportunity to move closer to family and friends in Indiana! Along with a CHANGE of territory for Bob, residence for us as a family, adjustment to the weather conditions of the Midwest, and all other changes that come with a move across the country...Samantha will also be a BIG SISTER early July! We are excited about the new addition and will keep you all posted via this page=)

California International Marathon--12/07

Bob accomplished a goal of his--running and finishing a marathon before moving from California! The race allowed him to see Folsom to downtown Sacramento through a new perspective. It was an awesome experience to be a part of! We shared the day of celebration with many of our dear Californian friends!

Standing on the steps of the Capitol downtown Sacramento, CA after the race.

Merry Christmas

18 Months

Preparing for the cold Indiana winter ahead!

17 Months

Maui--November 2007

We celebrated Thanksgiving in Maui, Hawaii this year with the Ravensberg family! While there, we attended the Maui Invitational Basketball Tournament to watch the Indiana Hoosiers. It was a fabulous getaway. Pictures will be posted eventually=)

Happy Halloween

Trick or Treat! Stay tuned...more photos to come=)

Trip to San Diego

We spent this past weekend in San Diego visiting my cousin Erin and her family. It was a great getaway! Samantha loved spending time with her cousins. She especially liked escaping to Kilee's room, only to find it was her dream come true...babies, babies and more babies! When Kilee's door was closed, Samantha wandered into Wyatt's room to play his drumset! She was so sad to leave=(

Our trip included special time with cousins, a visit to the zoo, dinner by the beach with Aunt Debbie, attending the church where Erin's husband, Grant pastors, and making lots of fun memories!

Wyatt, Samantha, and Kilee ready for bed!

We went to zoo Saturday and then the beach for dinner.

Samantha loved when she got to get out of her stroller!

This was the only position that would distract her enough from wanting to be down running around!

Snack time!

Bouncing Around

Samantha finally figured out how to bounce on her Rody! She loves to chew on his ears too=)

Happy Birthday Mommy!

BJ's oversized Pazooki!!

Our friends Mark, Brie, and baby Tilden threw a surprise birthday dinner at BJ's and invited friends to join us! It was a very special birthday!!

Sam and Daddy being silly at dinner!

Grandparents' Visit

We had a great visit! Bishop's Pumpkin Farm is always a fun place to go this time of year! Sam LOVED running through the pumpkins!!

A Few of My Favorite Things

The Mountains in Tahoe!

Corn on the Cob!
Climbing and Standing on ANY and EVERYthing!

16 Months

It's never too early to start=) Go Hoosiers!

15 Months

Taken at Bishop's Pumpkin Farm

Auntie Ally's August Visit

We had an awesome time with my sister Ally when she came out for a week of "relaxation" before heading off to IU! Little did she know that "relaxation" takes on new meaning when there is a 14 month old niece involved=) She shook maracas with Sam during her music class, experienced the Sacramento Zoo with an unhappy toddler, chased the wild one through the mall, meandered the San Francisco boutiques with sticker shock, and made tons of fun memories with us here in California!