Growing and Growing

Last year, it was the Griswald-style family vacation (i.e., the Minivan experience of a lifetime!!!) This year, part of our family came to see us! Like I told them, “Everyone gets a bed. Not everyone gets their own room, though.” (That’s code for 14 people in a 2 bedroom townhouse).

My brother Chris, his wife Deb, and two children Mikaela and Bryn, came from Minnesota. My parents came from Oklahoma. [Cont'd. . . ]

“Happy Birthday to You!” Dylan is one year old today. He had to open presents first thing in the morning. Check out what happened….each letter is a new picture:

Dylan’s been getting into everything lately: Dad’s glasses and the Toy Box are just a few. He also tries to get out once in awhile. He’s full of faces, can sleep anywhere, and will even smile big for the camera. Alex can be a “HAM” too. I just love these kids!

Courtney has been struggling for the past few months about her staying home with the kids. I tell her, “Your not just a HOMEMAKER. You are such much more!”

• DeVries Budget Committee Chair-Person
• Wife
• Head Chef
• President of Transportation Services
• Child Services Executive
• Manager, Operations and Maintenance
• Professor of HOP (Hooked on Phonics)
• Professional Photographer

Dylan loved watching Phil Mickelson finally win a major!

The morning started with both Alex and Dylan finding a little present from the Easter Bunny. [cont'd] . . .

Dylan crawls today.

Alex and Dylan spent this Spring afternoon in their Easter clothes, smiling pretty, and getting their pictures taken.

Dylan thinks, “Mom, why did you dress me like this?”

As the weather gets better, Mom and Dylan enjoy the afternoon sun. While I am working hard at the office, I find out what Courtney and Dylan are doing . . . looking cool, smelling the flowers, and chilling in the grass.