The Borg Blog

Evie the Artist

2012-02-09T12:41:00.002-06:00

Yesterday Ev and I were sitting at the table and she asked for a pen and paper to draw. After giving them to her, I went about my business and a few minutes later I looked over to see this drawing. It totally surprised me because up until this point we've never see draw anything besides scribbles :) I'm sure most 3 1/2 year olds could draw this, but it was a first for Ev :)

We took this on photobooth which is why she isn't looking at the camera :)

Menu: January 30-February 5

2012-01-30T08:07:00.002-06:00

Monday: Cheddar Chicken Pasta, Spinach Salad & Applesauce

Tuesday: Chipotle Casserole, Chips and Salsa & Salad

Wednesday: Calzones, Squash and Applesauce

Thursday: White Chicken Lasagna, Garlic Bread & Salad

Friday: Taco Salad

Saturday: Honey Sesame Chicken, Brown Rice and Corn

Sunday: Slow Cooker Pulled Pork, Chips, Veggies and Apple Crisp (Book Study)

Aletta Lou: 5 Months

2012-01-24T08:56:00.004-06:00

My baby is 5 months! Sometimes I feel like she is still a newborn; I love soaking in all of the little baby snuggles. Aletta is such a sweetheart. She is content to hang out in her walker most of the day, playing with her toys and watching all of the action (there is LOTS of action with the other two :) ).
I had to reschedule her 4 month check up because we got a big snowstorm the day she was supposed to have it. I'm curious to see how much she has grown. I weighed her on my scale a few weeks ago and she was around 15 1/2 pounds. She continues to eat and sleep pretty well. We are currently trying to figure out what the best nap schedule is for her. I would love to get her to two long naps instead of the four shorter ones she is doing now. It will all work out eventually :)

This face melts my heart :)

* On a side note, Aletta has a redish tint to her hair which the other two don't have, it is super cute! Now if only her bald spot would grow some hair :)

Evelyn: 41 Months

2012-01-24T08:48:00.003-06:00

Evelyn is my "big helper." She thrives off of doing anything she can to help me around the house and with the other kids. One of her favorite ways to help is wrapping up the vacuum cord and putting the vacuum back in the closet for me when I am finished with it. She has recently decided that she is going to live with us forever and marry Daddy :) We will enjoy this while it lasts. Evie LOVES all things Princess. I never really imagined that we would have such a girly girl: we love her! She is doing really well memorizing the children's catechism and LOVES doing her "school." I love this girl :)

Menu: January 21-January 29

2012-01-20T11:11:00.002-06:00

Saturday: Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole, Salad and Applesauce

Sunday: Shepherd's Pie

Monday: Mongolian Beef with Brown Rice

Tuesday: Tortilla Pie and Spinach Salad

Wednesday: Burgers, French Fries and Salad

Thursday: Foil-Pack Chicken and Applesauce

Friday: Pizza

Saturday: White Cheddar Chicken Pasta

Sunday: Crock Pot Pineapple Chicken with Brown Rice and Salad

Judah: 21 Months

2012-01-10T08:15:00.002-06:00

There is never a dull moment around here with Judah Scotty :) He is slowly starting to say a few more words, but he still mainly communicates through grunting and pointing. Judah loves spending his days playing with his best friend Evie. They keep very busy! Judah got some action figures and dinosaurs for Christmas which he has LOVED playing with lately. Kyle thought that he needed some "boy" stuff in the midst of all Evie's girlie toys :)

Menu: January 2-January 9

2012-01-02T11:57:00.002-06:00

Monday: Pizza, Clementines and Frozen Veggies

Tuesday: Chipotle Casserole, Chips and Salad

Wednesday: Foil-Pack Chicken and Broccoli Dinner and Applesauce

Thursday: Mexican Stuffed Shells and Fresh Veggies

Friday: Pizza Soup, Salad and Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream

Saturday: Slow Cooker Chicken Caesar Sandwiches, Fruit and

Sunday: Turkey Roast, Mashed Potatoes and Salad

Monday: Enchilada Meatballs, Applesauce and Salad

Aletta: 4 months

2011-12-23T17:09:00.003-06:00

Aletta is our little precious. She continues to be very happy and laid back. I just started putting her in her Johnny Jump Up this week and she loves it! She can now roll from her tummy to her back and has very good control of her head. Aletta is still sleeping and eating well. We really enjoy this baby! She goes in for her 4 month appointment after Christmas; I'm curious to see what she weighs.

Evelyn: 40 Months

2011-12-20T13:00:00.000-06:00

Menu: December 19 - December 25

2011-12-17T11:05:00.003-06:00

Monday: Three Cheese Manicotti, Rolls, Steamed Broccoli and Applesauce (Company)

Tuesday: Leftovers (Kyle gone)

Wednesday: BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, French Fries, Pear and Pomegranate Salad

Thursday: Pepperoni and Pineapple Pizza, Spinach Salad and Applesauce

Friday: Chicken Sate with Peanut Sauce, Chinese Fried Rice and Salad

Saturday: Brunch - Fun Shaped Pancakes , Bacon and Fruit
Supper - Pork Chops with Raspberry Sauce , Mashed Potatos and Pear and Pomegranate Salad

Sunday: Leftovers

Menu: December 12 - December 19

2011-12-12T07:35:00.002-06:00

* This past week was a little crazy and we didn't get to some of the meals I had scheduled. Some of these are carried over from last week.

Monday: Pepperoni and Pineapple Pizza

Tuesday: Sour Cream Chicken

Wednesday: Hamburger Soup, Bread and Salad

Thursday: Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole, Salad and Applesauce

Friday: Beef Enchiladas (this sauce), Chips and Salad

Saturday: Chicken Parmesan with Alfredo Noodles, Salad

Sunday: Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole, Applesauce and Veggies

Monday: Ground Beef Stroganoff and Salad

Evie & Judah

2011-12-10T14:41:00.000-06:00

Judah Scotty - 20 months

2011-12-09T14:21:00.003-06:00

Judah is 20 months today! He is still a little younger than Evelyn was when he was born...that is kind of weird to think about. He has mastered the stairs; going down safely on his tummy. Judah and Evie enjoy playing in their room upstairs together and it is nice to not have to worry about him falling down the stairs (our stairs are very steep).
He has also mastered the word "No," using that as the answer for everything. We are working on that :) The last couple of weeks we've been training Judah to sit through church and he is doing really well. I only had to take him out once last week.
Judah continues to bring joy, testosterone and noise to our home. We love our little man!

Menu: December 1-December 11

2011-12-01T07:10:00.003-06:00

Thursday: Chipotle Burritos, Chips and Salad

Friday: Dinner at M & R's

Saturday: Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Pie, Garlic Bread and Salad

Sunday: Turkey Tenderloin, Butternut Squash and Spinach Salad

Monday: Calzones, Applesauce and Mixed Veggies

Tuesday: Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole and Skillet Corn

Wednesday: Pot Roast, Sweet Potato Casserole and Applesauce

Thursday: Pesto Chicken Stuffed Shells, Garlic Bread and Salad

Friday: Corn Chowder, Cornbread and Salad

Saturday:Chicken Parmesan (this sauce) over Pasta, Fruit and Salad

Sunday: Hamburger Soup

Aletta: 3 months

2011-11-24T20:39:00.002-06:00

Our baby girl is three months old today! She is such a joy and a wonderful addition to our family. Aletta (also known as Lettie Lou Who, Letta Lou and Ayetta Douise (Ev's name for her) ) is a very happy and content baby. She is often satisfied to sit in her bouncy seat and watch her crazy siblings. It's hard to believe that before too long she will be running around with them.
Aletta is a great sleeper and is currently on a really good schedule. Most days she wakes up at 7:00/7:30 am and eats every three hours during the day and then goes to bed after she eats at around 7:30pm. She still sleeps in our room in the pack n play but I am considering moving her upstairs soon since she is sleeping so well. Aletta is close to rolling over. She probably could do it she just hasn't had the chance to yet (the floor can be a hazardous place for a baby to lay around at our house).
I'm really enjoying having a baby in the family again. It is fun to have children at various stages/ages. There are special things about each age and it is nice to be able to experience them all at once. I love having Evie to teach and have conversations with: she really is my little companion or as she would say she is my "big helper." Judah is all boy and it is great to begin to get a glimpse into what he is thinking as he starts to communicate a little more each day. And I LOVE having a cute little baby to snuggle with.
The Lord has blessed us richly with these little ones and I pray earnestly that we would be good stewards of these eternal souls under our care.

Menu: November 22 - November 30

2011-11-22T12:32:00.002-06:00

Tuesday: Burritos, Chips and Salad

Wednesday: Teriyaki Chicken, Brown Rice and Corn

Thursday: Thanksgiving with Family (bringing pie)

Friday: Dinner at Kyle's parents

Saturday: Burgers, Fries and Salad

Sunday: Mongolian Beef, Brown Rice and Steamed Broccoli

Monday: Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas, Chips and Salad

Tuesday: Pepperoni and Pineapple Pizza, Applesauce and Carrots

Wednesday: Turkey Roast and Caramelized Butternut Squash

Day of Worship: Reassessing the Christian Life in Light of the Sabbath

2011-11-20T22:37:00.003-06:00

"Our aversion to Sabbath-keeping is not always an exegetical or theological problem, but rather a symptom of the greater problem of worldliness."-Ryan M. McGraw

The moral commandment to honor the Sabbath is one of, if not the most, neglected command of the Scriptures. It's not that anyone outright denies the Sabbath command, at least I've never met anyone that does. Rather, the issue primarily lies in the practical observance of the Lord's Day--simply, Christians are not spending the day in public and private worship. For too many the Sabbath has become a day to advance one's own reputation, production, or station in life instead of a day to advance in holiness under the ordinary means of grace. This book, written by my good friend Ryan McGraw, is all about the practical observance of the Sabbath. If you find yourself struggling to even desire or delight in the Sabbath, a symptom all too common in the church, this is the type of book you want to pick up and read. It's not an academic book, he doesn't retrace work already done by guys like Walter Chantry or Joey Pipa. Rather, it's a winsome, pastoral treatment of an issue that is killing the spiritual life and vitality of the Christian church. Buy it, read it, you won't regret it (click on the picture to purchase a copy).

Evelyn: 39 months

2011-11-17T15:17:00.003-06:00

It is my plan to give an update on each of the kids once a month. So here goes Evie's update :)

I love this girl! She is so sweet, tenderhearted and affectionate. There is never a dull moment when Evie is around. She talks CONSTANTLY and Kyle and I are often impressed with her vocabulary. I love being able to have conversations with her and understand what is going on in her head. We are memorizing the childrens' shorter catechism using this book and that has prompted many good discussions about the things of God. We have been encouraged to see the fruit of discipline in Ev; she is much more compliant and obedient than she was a 6 months ago.

Evie is a great big sister. She adores Aletta and Judah is her best buddy. She calls herself my "big helper" and she especially likes to help me cook. Evelyn is Daddy's girl: she looks forward to any time she gets to spend with Kyle. Today she cried for about 15 minutes because she didn't come downstairs in time to get a hug from Daddy before he left for school.

Evie LOVES to "do school": she is constantly asking me to do school with her. I love that she loves to learn and I hope that that will continue for the rest of her life.

I could say a lot more but I think I will stop here for this month :)

Update: Huckie

2011-11-15T21:00:00.003-06:00

So Kyle informed me that I needed to give an update on Huck...so here it goes. Huck is his same annoying self...he sheds all over my house, knocks over our kids, steals their food and drools all over. Besides that he is great. No really, Huck is loved. Judah ADORES his dog and Huck is very good with the kids. I'm happy that the kids will grow up with a dog. I'm not really a dog person but I do like Huck. He is almost 2 1/2 now so he is mellowing out a bit which I am thankful for.

* Taking a picture of your dog with photobooth is harder than you would think :)

Update: Rachel

2011-11-15T14:39:00.003-06:00

Here are some of the things going on in my life:

- I am enjoying growing as a wife/mother/homemaker. I've been learning more and more what it means to rely on the strength of the Lord each day and not my own. This has been very good for me! I'm so thankful for the sanctifying work of the Spirit.

- I LOVE staying home and caring for our children! It gives me great joy to be the one teaching and nurturing them everyday. I'm very grateful for this privilege! We have tons of fun together :)

- I started doing some preschool with Evie this year which has been great! We are doing the Timberdoodle preschool ciriculumm, supplemented with some bible, devotional and catechism material. Evie really enjoys this! Judah is usually doing some sort of "school" along with us. Since Ev just turned 3 this August, we plan on taking this preschool ciriculumm and spreading it out over the next two years. I think it will be good to ease into homeschooling mode :)

- I've been enjoying building deeper relationships with the women at church and finding ways to serve. I'm starting to really feel at "home" at First RP which is a huge blessing.

- I've been finding more time to read lately. I just finished Loving the Little Years: Motherhood in the Trenches (I hope to post a review of it in the next couple of days) and a book by Ian Duguid called Hero of Heroes (some devotional thoughts on the beatitudes). I have a long list of books that I'm working through :)

- I'm thankful to be feeling well physically! I feel better than I have in years (the children have been sleeping well, especially Aletta ;) ) I'm enjoying running on the treadmill most days. I find that this has helped my energy level a lot and it has been great to get back into shape after Aletta's birth.

- I continue to enjoy finding new ways to streamline housework/cooking and things of that nature. I'm growing in my love for organization...maybe that comes with having more kids.

- Well there are some updates. There is more I could write but I will leave it at this for now :)

Menu: November 15 - 23

2011-11-15T13:12:00.003-06:00

Tuesday: Shepherd's Pie (didn't get to this last week), applesauce

Wednesday: Pizza Soup, Steamed Broccoli and Orange Wedges

Thursday: Imitation Chipotle Burritos, Chips and Spinach Salad

Friday: Date Night! (kids with Grandpa and Grandma)

Saturday: Mediterranean Chicken Flatbread Melts (my own creation) and Sweet Potato Casserole

Sunday: BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, Homemade French Fries, Spinach Salad and Apple Crisp (Guests)

Monday: Turkey Tenderloin Roast, Baked Potatoes and Steamed Veggies

Tuesday: Pepperoni and Pineapple Pizza and Applesauce

Wednesday: Teriyaki Chicken, Brown Rice and Skillet Corn

Update: Kyle

2011-11-11T13:52:00.005-06:00

Kyle is currently keeping busy with:

Classes at PRTS - focusing on learning Greek and getting through those courses.
Preaching both morning and evening services at First RP - He is going through Ephesians in the morning (on chapter 5) and he will be beginning a series on Lamentation this Sunday evening.
Attending church session meetings - Good experience
Leading a book study on "The Marrow of Modern Divinity" for church - Meets every other Sunday evening at our house. It has been great so far!
Working a few hours each week at Reformation Heritage Books - He designs and sends out marketing emails. Also he does some stuff with Twitter as well.
Being a Husband and Daddy - Since Kyle's parents moved to town we've been able to go out on monthly dates which has been wonderful! Kyle is a great daddy: I love seeing him interact with the kids!

I'm very thankful for all the work that Kyle does so that I am able to stay home and take care of the children/home.

Judah Scott-19 months

2011-11-09T10:52:00.003-06:00

Our little man is 19 months today! He is such a character and fills our home with a lot of laughter and volume :) Judah walk/runs very well and is getting more proficient at stairs. Reading books and playing outside are Judah's favorite things to do. He says a few words here and there but mostly communicates in grunts. I am VERY excited for him to be able to talk. Judah loves his sisters! He and Evie are best friends and spend their days playing together.

Aletta has Arrived! (a few months ago ;) )

2011-11-08T19:05:00.014-06:00

Aletta Louise Borg was born at 11:37 pm on August 24, 2011. The first contractions started just after midnight on the 24th. By 3:30 am I woke Kyle up to let him know that I was having contractions painful enough that I couldn't sleep. Around 5:30 am we went for a walk around our block to try to keep things moving. We were facing a scheduled C section that Friday if Aletta hadn't arrived by then. Because I had a C section with Judah (he was breech) they wouldn't induce me and the doctor was worried about letting me go too far past my due date (Aletta was born 11 days late).
That whole morning I kept having contractions about 10 minutes apart that were actually pretty intense. Kyle and I went on our 2 mile loop around our neighborhood 4 times that day :) At about 1:00 pm we were getting kind of discouraged. I was having painful enough contractions that I couldn't really focus on anything else but they weren't coming any closer together. At this point I decided to try to lay down and try to rest for a little while. I was able to fitfully sleep until about 3:00 pm. When I got up I decided to call my doctor and see if I could come in and at least get my cervix checked to see if any progress was being made.
We went in at 4:00 pm and I was 3 cm and 70 % effaced. The day before at my appointment I had been 2 cm and 30 % effaced so I had made a little progress. The doctor stripped my membranes again and we headed home to see what would happen. Once we got home my contractions intensified even more but stayed about 8 minutes apart. I just kept doing things around the house and taking care of the kids, stopping to focus when I had a contraction. At around 8:00 pm I was in the kitchen talking to my Mom and I had a contraction. My Mom kept talking and I kind of shortly told her to not talk to me. This signaled to her that my labor was getting pretty serious. She mentioned to Kyle that we might want to head to the hospital (we had been wanted to labor at home as long as we could).
In between contractions I put the kids to bed and finished packing my hospital bag. We left for the hospital at 8:45 pm. It is only a mile down the road so thankfully I didn't have a contraction on the way :) My contractions never got any closer together than 8 minutes which really threw me off. I was discouraged and thought I was still in early labor because of this. When we got to the hospital they put me in a triage room to check me and see if I could be admitted. The nurse checked me at about 9:15 pm and I was 6 cm with a bulging water bag. I was very excited to hear this! I was encouraged that all of these painful contractions had been accomplishing something. At this point Kyle called our friend Heidi (she was acting as our Doula) and told her she better head to the hospital. I kind of regret that we didn't call her earlier because she had a hour to drive, but it all turned out in the end.
I was admitted and taken up to my room at about 9:45. I was still having SUPER intense contractions every eight minutes. I was thankful to have a rest in between contractions but these were worse than the contractions I had with Evie when I was on Pitocin. I decided that I would really like an epidural (they are amazing btw) because we were past the point that it would make my labor stall. I had to get a full bag of fluids before they would give it me so I didn't get the epidural until about 10:30 pm (just shortly after Heidi arrived). I was SOO thankful once the epidural kicked in. I was exhausted from being up the night before and having such intense contractions. Heidi, Kyle and I were able to talk and relax a bit until I was ready to push.
At about 11:10 pm my water broke and they noticed that there was meconium in the water. Because of this there were a few extra nurses present when Aletta was born. Also there were several students that asked to observe because they don't see VBACs very often. Anyway I started pushing at about 11:20 pm and our baby girl was born at 11:37 pm. I was very pleased with how everything turned out. The Lord was very good to us! I'm super thankful to have been able to have a successful VBAC. The recovery this time was so much easier than with Judah. Aletta had to have some deep suction done because of the meconium in the water but otherwise she didn't have any problems. She weighed 6 pounds 7 ounces and was 18.5 inches long.

He is such a good Daddy :)

Evie and Judah came to the hospital the next morning to meet Aletta! They loved her right away :)

Sometimes its hard to believe that we have three children. They are such blessings!

Aletta at about 1 week.

Four weeks!

10 weeks!

Aletta today (11 weeks tomorrow!)
Our little baby is so precious. She is very happy and content most of the time. Aletta is a great sleeper: usually sleeping from around 9 pm to 6 am. This is a huge blessing! I feel better than I have in a long time. Aletta is very smiley and she just laughed for the first time last week :) Her brother and sister adore her! She keeps pretty entertained during the day sitting in her bouncy seat and watching Evie and Judah. It's hard to believe that before too long she will be playing right alongside them :)

Menu: November 7-13

2011-11-07T08:20:00.002-06:00

Monday: Chipotle Casserole, Chips and Spinach Salad

Tuesday: Lasagna, Garlic Bread and Frozen Veggies

Wednesday: Honey Chicken Stir Fry, Applesauce

Thursday: Calzones, Spinach Salad and Fruit

Friday: Buffalo Chicken Wraps

Saturday: Shepherd's Pie and Applesauce

Sunday: Chicken Tortilla Soup and Cornbread

Menu: October 10-16

2011-10-10T11:43:00.002-05:00

Monday: Leftovers

Tuesday: Chicken and Spinach Pasta Bake, Bread and Salad

Wednesday: Creamy Crock Pot Chicken, Brown Rice and Salad

Thursday: Manicotti, Bread and Spinach Salad

Friday: Date Night!

Saturday: Homemade Pizza

Sunday: Church Fellowship Meal (bringing White Chicken Chili and Spinach Salad)

Menu: October 3 - October 9

2011-10-03T09:38:00.002-05:00

Monday: Cheeseburger Flatbread Melts, Spinach Salad and Fruit

Tuesday: Homemade Pizza and Spinach Salad

Wednesday: Bacon Cheeseburger Chicken, Sweet Potatoes and Fruit

Thursday: Corn Chowder, Cornbread and Salad

Friday: Teriyaki Chicken, Brown Rice and Spinach Salad

Saturday: Adam's Birthday Party (bringing this to share)

Sunday: BBQ Chicken over Baked Potatoes, Salad

39 weeks, 1 Day...

2011-08-07T08:03:00.001-05:00

I figured it was about time for a pic :)

Menu: August 1 - August 8

2011-08-01T11:10:00.003-05:00

Monday: Oriental Chicken Salad and Bread

Tuesday: Dinner at M & R's

Wednesday: Homemade Pizza, Applesauce and Spinach Salad

Thursday: Imitation Chipotle Burritos, Chips & Salsa, Salad

Friday: 3 Cheese Chicken Spinach Pasta Bake, Garlic Bread and Steamed Broccoli

Saturday: Chicken Bacon Melts, Homemade Fries, Mixed Veggies

Sunday: Baked Beans, Cornbread and Salad

Monday: Orange Chicken, Brown Rice and Spinach Salad

Judah:15 Months

2011-07-09T15:35:00.002-05:00

The little man is 15 months old today! He is running all over the place and understanding more and more everyday. He says Mama, Dada, Kitty, Dog, Hello, Goodbye, Clock and Bekah. He is sleeping very very well which is great; usually 12 hours straight at night as well as a 2-2 1/2 hour nap at the same time as Ev in the afternoon. He is 100% boy and we are so thankful that he is part of our family. I'm looking forward to seeing how he does as a big brother :)

Daddy Date Time!

2011-07-09T15:26:00.005-05:00

Kyle and Evie just left to go on a Daddy date tonight. They are going out to Applebee's for dinner and then headed to the park to play :)

We had one excited little girl!

Ah I love these too! She is growing up so fast!

Aletta Update: 34 Weeks

2011-07-05T09:46:00.002-05:00

I had another routine growth ultrasound this morning. Thankfully everything with Aletta looks great; she is growing well and her head is down very low with her spine on top. According to the ultrasound measurements she weighs about 4 lbs 10 oz currently (almost as big as Ev was when she was born). I see the OB next week and will update then if there is anything new to report. Oh and for those of you who have been asking I will try to get a belly pic posted soon :)

Menu: July 4-July 10

2011-07-04T06:34:00.002-05:00

Monday: Artichoke Chicken over Egg Noodles, Spinach Salad, Applesauce

Tuesday: Egg Salad Sandwiches and Fruit

Wednesday: Baked Beans, Cornbread and Apple Slices

Thursday: Apple Harvest Chicken Salad

Friday: Dinner with Friends

Saturday: Imitation Chipotle Burritos, Chips & Salsa, Salad

Sunday: Fellowship Dinner at Church (bringing Creamed Corn and a Dessert)

Menu: June 27-July 3

2011-06-27T08:56:00.002-05:00

Monday: Szechwan Shrimp with Stir Fry Veggies and Brown Rice

Tuesday: Baked Ziti, Steamed Broccoli & Carrots, Garlic Bread

Wednesday: Gourmet Grilled Cheese, Apple Slices and Sweet Corn

Thursday: Chicken Alfredo Pizza and Spinach Salad

Friday: Tacos, Refried Beans and Chips & Salsa

Saturday: Poppy Seed Chicken and Asparagus, Applesauce and Salad

Sunday: Pork Roast, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Spinach Salad

June 26, 2011

2011-06-26T15:24:00.003-05:00

Ev all ready for church wearing her new dress from Grandma Lisa.

June 23rd, 2011

2011-06-23T17:34:00.000-05:00

Evie fell asleep during family prayer time

June 22nd, 2011

2011-06-22T12:46:00.002-05:00

Oh ya know, just Judah and Rapunzel

Ev's favorite fashion

Menu: June 21 - June 26

2011-06-21T06:17:00.002-05:00

Tuesday: Chicken & Broccoli Casserole, Spinach Salad & Fruit

Wednesday: Pepperoni and Pineapple Pizza, Salad

Thursday: Artichoke Chicken over Egg Noodles, Salad, Applesauce

Friday: Beef Enchiladas, Skillet Corn and Fruit

Saturday: Grill out with Friends

Sunday: Oriental Chicken Salad, Sweet Dinner Rolls

Aletta-29 weeks

2011-06-01T08:10:00.004-05:00

I had another ultrasound yesterday to monitor Aletta's growth and thankfully all is well! It was fun to see her again :) Good news is that she is currently head down (more than we could ever say for her brother ;)) and weighs in at around 2 lbs 11 oz. Everything is looking good; less than 3 months to go!

Another pic of Aletta's "beautiful feet" according to Ev :)

Menu Time: May 27 -June 5

2011-05-26T14:57:00.003-05:00

Friday - Cobb Salad, Bread & Fruit

Saturday- Burgers, Fries and Sweet Corn

Sunday- Gourmet Macaroni and Cheese & Salad

Monday- Sour Cream Chicken, Brown Rice and Salad

Tuesday- Black Bean and Rice Enchiladas

Wednesday- Artichoke Chicken over Egg noodles, Salad

Thursday- Breakfast for Dinner

Friday- Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce, Brown Rice and Veggie

Saturday- BBQ Chicken Pizza

Sunday- Sweet and Sour Chicken over Brown Rice

Aletta Louise Borg

2011-04-27T07:52:00.005-05:00

These ultrasound pics were taken at 23 weeks; ah look at her little face :)

Pregnancy Update

2011-04-02T18:52:00.002-05:00

Today marks 21 weeks! Things are going well and thankfully I'm feeling pretty good for the most part. We had our anatomy scan ultrasound on Friday and found out that we are expecting another little girl! I would have been thrilled with either a boy or a girl, but I'm very excited to have a baby girl again. I think it will be super fun for Evie to have a sister and Judah will get to remain Daddy's main man :) Another plus is that she will be able to use Evie's old clothes: they both will have August birthdays.

We have decided to name her Aletta Louise Borg. Aletta was the name of Herman Witsius's (Kyle's favorite theologian) wife. She is renowned for being a very godly and devoted wife. Louise is my my middle name as well as my Moms.

We didn't get any good pictures from the ultrasound. In fact, we really didn't see much besides the sex. Aletta was kind of tucked in a corned laying upside down and the placenta was in the way. Because of this, I have to go back on the 15th for another ultrasound so that they can get the rest of the measurements that they need. Hopefully we will get some good photos then. If we do I will make sure to post a couple :)

Well that's all for now. A week from today our little Judah turns one!

March 22, 2011

2011-03-22T15:30:00.003-05:00

Organizing books together :)

March 21, 2011

2011-03-21T18:16:00.004-05:00

I'm going to attempt to resume our photo of the day... we will see how long it lasts this time :)

Menu: February 14 - February 21

2011-02-14T07:22:00.002-06:00

Monday: Orange Chicken over Rice, Salad

Tuesday: Pepperoni and Pineapple Pizza, Applesauce, Salad

Wednesday: Corn Chowder with Chilies, Cornbread, Salad

Thursday: Dinner at Michael and Rachel's

Friday: Poppy Seed Chicken and Asparagus, Applesauce, Salad

Saturday: Beef Roast, Baked Potatoes, Salad

Sunday: BBQ Beef Sandwiches, French Fries, Salad

Monday: Gourmet Macaroni and Cheese, Salad

Judah is 10 Months!

2011-02-10T07:13:00.003-06:00

Yesterday our little man turned 10 months old! We love him so much and are very thankful to have him as a part of our family.

Lately he is gnawing on everything. Judah has two bottom teeth and I is working on the top too.

Overcoming the Obstacles

2011-02-05T10:29:00.000-06:00

It was really a simple question, yet I found myself grappling for an answer. If the Lord commanded you to keep one day in seven as completely set apart for him, would you even want it? That's the question a friend posed to me a couple years ago. Don't let the weight of that question fall on deaf ears, and don't give it a hasty response. A question of that magnitude deserves a truthful answer, no matter how much it might hurt. Maybe you don't find that to be a hard question. Perhaps you can sincerely respond with the affirmative. If so, I'm glad for you, I really am. Or maybe you're like me, and this question betrays your true sentiments and exposes the remnants of Adam's fallen nature. Would I even want it?

Let's face it, many of us simply wouldn't want a day like that. The idea of spending the whole day worshiping God in public and private doesn't excite us. Taking time to read and study God's Word both corporately, in the family, and in the closet doesn't really satisfy our hunger for entertainment—especially when the Packers and Steelers are playing the Superbowl. Admit it, when God makes demands on our schedule we'd sooner be that child who throws a temper-tantrum crying “It's my day!” or “It's my time!” or “It's my schedule!” then the compliant child who joyfully obeys his Father. I know it's not a definitive argument but it's a good place to start when you come to examine the Scripture's teaching on the Lord's Day. So as you approach this question, for the good of your own soul, be honest with yourself. Would I even want it?

I'm a Reformed Presbyterian, and as such I believe our Confession of Faith rightly divides the Word of truth. The church within my tradition, despite her horrible practices of late, has always believed we should honor the Lord's Day. Unfortunately, the Reformed conviction has not won the day in mainstream American Christianity. There is, among many evangelicals, a prevailing spirit of Dispensationalism. Dispensationalism, in my mind, introduces too much discontinuity between the Old and New Testaments. This same error is now being advocated in Baptistic circles especially in New Covenant Theology. It's true that Israel had some laws that were established only for a season and a time. Now that Christ has ascended to the right hand of the Father, those ordinances have ceased because they found their fulfillment in him. But this is simply not true in regards to the Ten Commandments, which have a perpetual character because they reflect the immutable moral will of God. You'll notice as well that the fourth commandment points us back to creation, its original institution, and points us forward to our eternal sabbath rest. This alone tells us that it transcends the temporary character of the ceremonial laws.

It's not my aim to make a defense of Sabbath keeping, nor to work through the issues it raises. Those are important questions, but before one addresses those one needs to address the sinfulness of their own heart. Natural man and remaining sin are always seeking to worship the creature rather than the Creator. In my opinion this is painstakingly evident in the way Christians view the fourth commandment. We're Americans, and Americans tend to worship their schedule. Sure, every Calvinist I know makes God sovereign in salvation, but sovereign over how I spend the days of my week—no thanks! This is exacerbated when you consider the theological sympathies of our own day, which is continually leaning, in some ways, towards a spirit of lawlessness and getting rid of the relevance of the Old Testament. It's a sad day when confessing Christians exchange the wisdom and goodness of God, both which are at play in designing a Sabbath rest for humanity, and seek to be wiser than he.

I agree that we need to always tread carefully between offending the liberty of conscience on the one hand, and transgressing God's holy law on the other. This is why a question like this must be wrestled with and dealt with. If keeping the Sabbath is no longer relevant then Reformed Christians had better rethink their entire law/gospel paradigm. If it's still binding then the majority of Christians and churches in our land had better earnestly seek repentance. William Symington once cautioned “Our object should not be to have Scripture on our side but to be on the side of Scripture; and however dear any sentiment may have become by doing long entertained, so soon as it is seen to be contrary to the Bible, we must be prepared to abandon it without hesitation.” Are you willing to do that? Even if it means not watching the Superbowl? Even if it means rearranging your entire weekly schedule so as not to be burdened on the Lord's Day? Even if it means say no when the rest of the world is saying yes?

Borg Family Update

2011-01-27T13:38:00.003-06:00

I realize that it has been a LONG time since I posted an update of what has been going on here at the Borg household. So I plan to remedy that is bullet points below (I think that will be the easiest way :)).

Kyle

Classes started this week for Kyle. This semester he is taking: Anthropology, Greek, Practice Preaching, Prolegomena and a Homiletics course. And auditing the Theology of Aquinas and Lutheran Orthodoxy.
Kyle has also undertaken permanent pulpit supply through June at a local RPCNA congregation. He will be preaching both morning and evening every Lord's day (under the mentorship of one of his professors, Dr. Vandoodewaard) and attending session meetings. We are very thankful for this opportunity for him to gain experience preaching.
The church posts all of his sermons online. Here is the link if you are interested :)
In addition to classes and preaching, Kyle is working Wednesdays at Reformation Heritage Books.

Rachel

Today I'm 11 weeks pregnant! I've been pretty tired and nauseous, as I expect to be in the first trimester, but thankfully the kids have started sleeping in later and have been taking a nap at the same time. It helps immensely knowing that I can get a nap in if I need too. Next Friday is my first prenatal appointment. I'm seeing the same group of midwives that I did with Judah; they were great! I'm really hoping and praying that I can have a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) this time.
I'm really looking forward, Lord willing, to hearing this little baby's heartbeat next week. That has to be one if the best sounds in the whole world!
Otherwise I'm continuing to enjoy life as a stay at home mom/wife. As exhausting as it can be, it has to be the best "job" ever. I'm so thankful to be able to do it. I love seeing Ev and Judah grow and learn new things.

Evelyn

Ev is almost 2 1/2 and is talking up a storm. It is so fun to hear her little voice jabbering around the house and to hear her thoughts on everything. She definitely brings a lot of joy to our home! With her becoming more vocal it has been very rewarding to have some deeper talks with her about spiritual things and to hear her pray.
She recently discovered that she loves singing; we've spent some time in the last couple of weeks teaching her a bunch of songs.
Evie is a very affectionate little girl, very quick to give hugs, kisses and say "I love you!".
Evelyn loves being a big sister and spends a lot of time each day playing with Judah. She has just grasped the fact that she is going to be a big sister again and is very excited.

Judah

Judah is our smiley happy little man. He is pretty laid back; enjoying life as an almost ten month old. He loves sitting on the floor playing toys with Evie. It's fun that the two of them can actually play together now.
He is walking around furniture and standing on his own. Maybe he will be walking in the somewhat near future...
Judah is a great sleeper which is a blessing.
He is eating more finger foods lately and doesn't seem to be very picky in what he will eat.
Judah can often be found following me around the house saying, "mamamamamama." It's pretty endearing :)

Baby

Is the size of a fig this week and measures about an inch and a half long.

Evie's First Daddy Date

2011-01-26T14:03:00.004-06:00

Kyle took Evie on her first Daddy date last night. He had been talking it up for about a week so needless to say we had a VERY excited little girl. Evie and I went to Walmart and picked out a special new dress for her to wear on her date (she actually picked it out herself :)). Kyle bought Ev two pink Gerber daises (she is really into flowers lately) to celebrate. Their date consisted of going to the play place at the mall, eating some m&ms, going to Toys R Us (she got the spend the rest of her Christmas money) and then going to Wendy's for a kid's meal. At Toys R Us Evie chose to get a big stuffed monkey that makes monkey noises when you squeeze its tummy; she has named it cowboy :) The night was a success! Kyle plans on taking Ev on a Daddy date every 3 or 4 months. I really love watching them together; it melts my heart :) I'm very thankful for the earthly example that Kyle strives to provide Evie of her heavenly Father.

Silly Girl!

Weekly Menu: December 7 - December 14

2010-12-07T12:59:00.003-06:00

Tuesday: Crock Pot Chicken, Brown Rice and Caesar Salad

Wednesday: Blue Cheese Crusted Steak. Baked Potatoes and Spinach Salad

Thursday: Sweet and Sour Meatballs, Brown Rice and Spinach Salad

Friday: Chicken and Broccoli Casserole, Spinach Salad and Applesauce

Saturday: Pepperoni and Pineapple Pizza, Salad

Sunday: Crock Pot Sloppy Joes and Baked French Fries

Monday: Corn Chowder with Chilies in Crusty Bread Bowls

Tuesday: Thai Chicken Fettuccine, Garlic Bread and Salad

Thanksgiving Weekend Photos

2010-11-29T19:34:00.008-06:00

Boppa with his two youngest grandsons :)

Wow do they look similar???

Our pretty Thanksgiving table. It was great to all be together again!

Ellathea (11 months). What a cutie!

Judah (7 months)

Grandma reading to Ev (27 months) and Benj (30 months)

Michael and Matt

Isaiah (4 months)

These two have WAY too much fun together. They are best buds :)

Evie wanted me to take a pic of her upside down...here it is!

Weekly Menu: November 25-December 5

2010-11-23T14:05:00.003-06:00

Thursday: Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchiladas, chips and salad

Friday: Contributing Mashed Potatoes, Dinner Rolls and Cranberry Sauce to our family Thanksgiving Meal

Saturday: Breakfast - Turkey Bacon Cheese Frittata
Lunch - Thanksgiving Leftovers
Dinner - @Michael & Rachel's; bringing a Tamale Pie

Sunday: Breakfast - Healthy Pumpkin Muffins and fruit
Dinner - @Michael & Rachel's/Leftovers

Monday: Breakfast - Baked Apple Oatmeal
Dinner - Leftovers

Tuesday: Homemade Pizza and Salad

Wednesday: BBQ Chicken Sandwiches and Baked French Fries

Thursday: Mexican White Chili and Whole Grain Cornbread

Friday: White Chicken Lasagna, Garlic Bread and Salad

Saturday: Three Cheese Enchiladas and Salad

Sunday: Chicken and Rice Soup, Bread and Salad

Weekly Menu: November 8 - November 14

2010-11-05T14:52:00.001-05:00

Monday: Mexican White Chili and Whole Grain Cornbread

Tuesday: Sour Cream Chicken, Brown Rice and Steamed Broccoli

Wednesday: Chipotle-Like Burritos, Spinach Salad, Fruit

Thursday:Pizza, Applesauce and Salad

Friday: Caramelized Baked Chicken Wings, Brown Rice and Salad

Saturday: The kids and I are leaving for MN (Kyle has freezer food :) )

Sunday: In MN

Weekly Menu: November 1-7

2010-10-29T13:43:00.002-05:00

Monday: BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, Baked Fries and Spinach Salad

Tuesday: Beef and Broccoli with Brown Rice and Fruit

Wednesday: Chicken Alfredo, Garlic French Bread and Spinach Salad (didn't get to this last week)

Thursday: Pizza, Applesauce and Spinach Salad

Friday: Puerto Rican Chicken and Cuban Black Beans and Rice

Saturday: Ginger Soy Turkey Roast, Mashed Potatoes and Spinach Salad

Sunday: Mexican White Chili and Whole Grain Cornbread

October 26, 2010

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Lunch with Pooh.

October 25, 2010

2010-10-25T18:11:00.001-05:00

Judah after his bath tonight; kind of an intense look, but SUPER cute :)

Mary

2010-10-25T13:24:00.002-05:00

So I think it's time for Mary to come inside for the winter for a few reasons.
1- Kyle saw a mouse last night; yuck!
2- I think I'm feeding all of the neighborhood cats currently by feeding her outside.
3- I don't want her to freeze to death.

Does anyone in the GR area know of a place to get discounted vet services/vaccines??? The Humane Society has discounted their low income vaccines due to lack of funding :(

A New Favorite Recipe: Slow Cooker Tamale Pie

2010-10-23T15:55:00.002-05:00

1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
2 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) corn bread/muffin mix
2 eggs
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Mexican cheese blend
Sour cream and additional minced fresh cilantro, optional

Directions

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the cumin, salt, chili powder and pepper. Transfer to a 4-qt. slow cooker; stir in the beans, tomatoes, corn, enchilada sauce, onions and cilantro. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until heated through.
In a small bowl, combine muffin mix and eggs; spoon over meat mixture. Cover and cook 1 hour longer or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Serve with sour cream and additional cilantro if desired. Yield: 8 servings.

I discovered this recipe in the latest Taste of Home magazine and it is great! We all loved it and it was super easy to prepare. It's the kind of recipe that you can change up to fit your tastes. I omitted the diced tomatoes because Kyle doesn't like tomato chunks. I've also made it with chicken instead of hamburger and it was yummy that way too :) Enjoy!

These photos warm my heart...

2010-10-23T14:56:00.002-05:00

Evie came up to me when I was feeding Judah and said, "Evie hold Judah!"

Sibs :)

Judah was a very good sport considering most of the formula went down his neck rather than into his tummy.

Poppy Seed Salad Dressing

2010-10-23T14:46:00.002-05:00

This is the recipe for one of our favorite salad dressings. Spinach has been very reasonably priced lately and we have been having lots of salads with our meals. One of our favorite combinations are spinach, crumbled bleu cheese, craisins and toasted walnuts with this dressing. But really you can just throw together whatever you have laying around :)

Creamy Poppy Seed Dressing:
- 1/3 c. white sugar
- 2/3 c. whole milk plain yogurt*
- 1 T. poppy seeds
- 3 T. red wine vinegar

* The original recipe called for 1/3 cup of mayo and 1/4 cup of milk. We like it better with the yogurt; plus it makes it a tad healthier :) Either way is tasty though!

Weekly Menu: October 25 - October 31

2010-10-23T13:43:00.004-05:00

Monday: Thai Peanut Pork (leftovers from freezer) over Rice, Corn, Applesauce

Tuesday: Wet Burritos, Chips and Spinach Salad

Wednesday: Turkey Pepperoni and Pineapple Pizza, Applesauce, Spinach Salad

Thursday: Apple Harvest Chicken Salad and Dinner Rolls

Friday: Chicken Alfredo, Garlic French Bread and Spinach Salad

Saturday: Dinner at Michael & Rachel's

Sunday: Pizza Soup and Spinach Salad

Is the Pill Abortive?

2010-10-18T09:36:00.003-05:00

Is the pill abortive? If we believe that life begins at conception, then Randy Alcorn says yes. This is something that Christians need to seriously consider. Unfortunately, many young couples see the pill as a valid form of birth control, all the while ignoring the fact they may be destroying a human being created in the image of God. I'm not sure this is a closed case--the medical community seems split. Needless to say, the medical community's inability to decisively determine how the pill works ought to caution Christians against using it.

Weekly Menu: October 18 - October 24

2010-10-16T14:13:00.003-05:00

Monday: Pizza and Salad

Tuesday: Beef and Black Bean Tacos, Skillet Corn and Salad

Wednesday: Asian Chicken Salad Wraps, Baked French Fries and Applesauce

Thursday: Chicken Chimichangas, Refried beans and Salad

Friday: Slow Cooker Tamale Pie and Salad

Saturday: Caramel Apple Pork Chops, Butternut Squash and Dinner Rolls

Sunday: Corn Chowder with Chilies, Homemade Bread

October 13, 2010

2010-10-13T07:54:00.003-05:00

October 12, 2010

2010-10-12T09:50:00.001-05:00

I pinned her down and told her to show me her happy face :)

Then I stood up and found this little girl hanging on my leg saying, "more more Mommy!!"

Weekly Menu: October 11-October 17

2010-10-08T14:56:00.003-05:00

Monday: 3 Bean Soup and Crusty Bread

Tuesday: Mexican Flatbread Pizzas and Salad

Wednesday: Blue Cheese Burgers, Homemade Fries and Salad

Thursday: Creamy Swiss Chicken, Rice and Steamed Broccoli

Friday: Calzones and Salad

Saturday: Bean and Cheese Enchiladas, Salad, Chips

Sunday: Acorn Squash Soup, Crusty Bread and Apple Slices

Judah's 6 Month Photos

2010-10-08T11:48:00.010-05:00

What a cute little man!

Grandpa & Grandma Borg, this is the pose I got for you in an 8x10.
There will also be wallets of this pose for other family members :)
Grandpa & Grandma Aase this is the pose for your 5x7

I love him!

Wallets of this one...

October 7, 2010

2010-10-07T15:18:00.002-05:00

Now that he can sit unassisted, Judah LOVES to spend time in the pack n play.

October 6, 2010

2010-10-06T13:50:00.004-05:00

I took Judah downstairs with me while on was on the treadmill and he fell asleep in his walker. What a little cutie :)

October 5, 2010

2010-10-05T15:51:00.002-05:00

Getting ready to head out on our weekly walk to the library. It's only about a mile from our house; Evie really enjoys picking out new books to read each week :)

October 4, 2010

2010-10-04T10:42:00.000-05:00

Weekly Menu: October 4 - October 10

2010-10-02T11:14:00.002-05:00

Monday: Spicy Peach-Glazed Pork Chops, Brown Rice and Skillet Corn

Tuesday: Pepperoni and Pineapple Pizza, Salad

Wednesday: Sloppy Joes, Baked French Fries, Salad

Thursday: White Chicken Spaghetti Pie, Garlic Bread, Salad

Friday: Loaded Pinto Beans, Chips and Salad

Saturday: Acorn Squash Soup, Crusty Bread, and Salad

Sunday: In Metamora

September 30, 2010

2010-09-30T19:28:00.002-05:00

Well I didn't take any photos today but here is another one from yesterday :)

September 29, 2010

2010-09-29T20:01:00.003-05:00

The little mister is currently teething and his hands are often in his mouth :)

Bekah is Leaving Tomorrow..

2010-09-28T19:31:00.002-05:00

So my sister Bekah has been staying with us since August 22 and she is going home tomorrow :( It has been a great visit! She is soooooo much help around the house and with the kids. It may take a little while to adjust to being just the four of us again. We are very thankful that Bek has been able to stay with us for this extended period of time. Even though we knew that it had to end sometime, I'm sure that there will be tears shed at the Borg household tomorrow at 7:00 am. Love you Bek!

September 28, 2010

2010-09-28T14:13:00.002-05:00

Photo of the day returns!!
Grandma Borg brought this toy stove for Evie, along with some play food and dishes when she came to visit. The stove was made by Evie's great grandpa and her Grandma played with it when she was just a little older than Evie. Grandma and Evie had a good time "cooking" together this weekend :)

Menu Monday: September 27-October 3

2010-09-27T07:46:00.004-05:00

Monday: Chicken Enchiladas, Refried Beans and Tortilla Chips

Tuesday: Out with Grandparents

Wednesday: Thai Pork on Brown Rice, Salad

Thursday: BBQ Beef Sandwiches (using leftover roast), Baked French Fries

Friday: Spinach Feta Risotto, Squash and Apples

Saturday: Chicken-Bacon Melts, Salad

Sunday: Three Bean Soup and Homemade Wheat Bread

Menu Time!: September 20 - September 28

2010-09-18T12:56:00.002-05:00

Monday: Gourmet Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Kentucky Tomato Soup and Salad.

Tuesday: Chicken Alfredo Pizza and Salad

Wednesday: Cheesy Potato Wild Rice Soup, Salad and Fresh Dinner Rolls

Thursday: Enchilada Meatballs, Brown Rice, Salad

Friday: Spicy-Peach Glazed Pork Chops, Baked Potatoes, Salad

Saturday: Apple Harvest Chicken Salad, Dinner Rolls

Sunday: Beef Roast, Garlicky Butternut Squash, Salad

Monday: Chicken Enchiladas, Refried Beans and Chips

Tuesday: Thai Pork with Peanut Sauce on Rice, Corn

Weekly Menu: September 13-19

2010-09-11T07:26:00.004-05:00

Monday: Homemade Pizza, Garlicky Baked Butternut Squash, Steamed Broccoli

Tuesday: Dinner out in celebration of Bekah's 20th birthday!

Wednesday: Dinner with the Michael Borg Family :)

Thursday: Island Bird: Pineapple-Rum Chicken with Brown Rice and Salad

Friday: Blue Cheese Crusted Steak, Baked Potatoes, Salad

Saturday:BBQ Chicken on Wheat Sandwich Buns with Homemade Baked French Fries

Sunday: Cheese and Potato Wild Rice Soup with Sweet Dinner Rolls

Judah - 5 Months

2010-09-09T06:47:00.004-05:00

Today Judah is five months old! He loves to roll around on the floor and play toys with Evie. A couple of weeks ago Judah made the transition to sleeping in his crib in the room he shares with Evelyn. It is going surprisingly well! They don't seem to wake each other up which is great. Judah is my little morning guy. Most days he is up around 6:00 am and then goes down for his morning nap around 8:30 am just when Evie is getting up for the day :) Although many days it is a struggle for me to wake up that early, I've been enjoying the one-on-one time that I get with each of the kids with this schedule. Judah weighs in at 18 1/2 pounds at five months old. I'm contemplating starting him on cereal soon but we will see :) We love our baby man!

September 8, 2010

2010-09-08T12:43:00.001-05:00

Getting ready to go for a walk :)

September 7, 2010

2010-09-07T17:56:00.002-05:00

We are babysitting the cousins tonight so that Michael and Rachel can have a date!
(L to R Ellathea (9 months), Evelyn (24 months), Benjamin (27 months), Judah (5 months))
We are only missing cousin Isaiah (7 weeks).

September 5, 2010

2010-09-05T14:06:00.002-05:00

Weekly Menu: September 6 - September 12

2010-09-04T14:20:00.002-05:00

Monday: Shepherd's Pie, Baked Apples and Salad

Tuesday: Bean & Cheese Enchiladas, Tortilla Chips, Salad

Wednesday: Apple Harvest Chicken Salad, Sweet Dinner Rolls

Thursday: Artichoke Chicken over Egg Noodles, Salad

Friday: Pizza, Garlic Baked Butternut Squash

Saturday: Mexican White Chili, Homemade Bread, Salad

Sunday: We will be in Metamora, MI (Kyle preaching)

Weekly Menu: August 30-September 5

2010-08-28T14:27:00.004-05:00

Monday: Burgers on fresh wheat buns with homemade french fries and salad.

Tuesday: Creamy Crock Pot Chicken over rice with sweet corn.

Wednesday: Pork Roast, baked potatoes and salad.

Thursday: Homemade Turkey Pepperoni and Pineapple Pizza with salad.

Friday: Enchilada Meatballs, rice and salad.

Saturday: Chicken Cordon Bleu over egg noodles with steamed carrots & broccoli.

Sunday: Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup with cornbread.

Evie is 2!!

2010-08-26T18:38:00.011-05:00

The day before Evie's birthday we traveled to Madison, WI (on our way to MN for Jake's wedding) and spent the night in a hotel. We had a fun family night swimming and hanging out in our room.

Evie LOVED to splash with Daddy!
We had a family birthday party for Evie at Grandpa and Grandma Aase's house in Austin. It was a lot of fun to celebrate with extended family!

Kyle and I made this barnyard cake for Ev. We had a ton of fun with it!

It was a party complete with party hats and noise makers :)

Daddy bought Evie balloons for her birthday!

We are so thankful for our little girl! She is saying more and more words everyday and is making new connections all the time. We love her so much! There is never a boring moment when Ev is around :) We praise the Lord for the life he has granted Evelyn!

August 14, 2010

2010-08-14T08:30:00.000-05:00

August 13, 2010

2010-08-14T08:27:00.001-05:00

August 12, 2010

2010-08-12T10:11:00.000-05:00

Sage Wisdom from a Dead Guy

2010-08-11T23:07:00.002-05:00

"Suspect all love to creatures which is very strong and violent, and easily kindled, and hardly moderated or quieted. Though you might think it is for some spiritual end or excellency, that you love any person or any thing, yet suspect it if it be so easy and strong; because that which is truly and purely spiritual is against corrupted nature, and comes from grace which is but weak: we find no such easiness to love God, and Scripture, and prayer, and holiness; nor are our affections so violent to these. It is well if all the fuel and blowing we can use will keep them alive. It is two to one that the flesh and the devil have put in some of their fuel or gunpowder, if it be fierce."-Richard Baxter

August 11, 2010

2010-08-11T20:13:00.001-05:00

Testing out wedding hair...

Judah - 4 Months

2010-08-11T14:07:00.002-05:00

On Monday our little Judah turned four months old! He such a joy to us ! Almost every time we go out in public with him people comment on how happy/smiley he is. Kyle and I call him our little charmer; especially when he does his belly laugh :) Judah is rolling over very well now and I often find him sleeping on his tummy in the middle of the night. We love our little boy!

Menu Monday: August 9 - August 16

2010-08-09T12:59:00.002-05:00

Monday: Broccoli Cheese Soup & multi-grain bread
Tuesday: Bacon Wrapped Salmon, brown/wild rice blend, sweet corn
Wednesday: Turkey Pepperoni & Pineapple Pizza, applesauce
Thursday: Crock-Pot Chicken, rice and salad
Friday: Beef Enchiladas, salad
Saturday: Oriental Chicken Salad & homemade bread
Sunday: Leftovers (Kyle in preaching in Metamora)
Monday: Honey Lime Pork Chops, rice

On Tuesday, August 17 (Evie's birthday!) we are heading back to MN for my brother Jake's wedding. We are super excited! None of my extended family or friends from MN/WI have met Judah yet.

July 31, 2010

2010-07-31T11:47:00.000-05:00

Evie and I doing our "biggest smile ever" :)

3 month/2 year pics

2010-07-22T11:47:00.013-05:00

July 20, 2010

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July 16, 2010

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Cousin Fun!

July 14, 2010

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Our two little ones recovering from vacation :) Ah it's so nice when they both nap at the same time!

He Gets It!

2010-07-13T08:27:00.009-05:00

I don't usually like Sanctus Real, but this guy earned MEGA POINTS for this song. I highly encourage listening to this video.

July 12, 2010

2010-07-12T19:31:00.003-05:00

Together at last :)