Pedal Practice

Yesterday was a BIG day in our home--Alexander turned 15 1/2 and was eligible for his driving temps.  After school, Alexander and I headed to the BMV.  After a slight detour (the agency moved, but the original address was still posted on the website) we FINALLY arrived at our destination.  Alexander successfully passed his written test and after waiting in line and signing several documents it was picture time.  After the picture we waited patiently for Alexander's name to be called.  As luck would have it the machine processing Alexander's temps "broke".  The drivers finishing before and after Alexander received their licenses, but Alexander's remained in limbo.  Soon we watched the machine being "taken apart" and low and behold out came the missing document--Alexander's temps!  With snow falling heavily, we decided it would be best if Mom drove the 45 minutes home!

The BMV provided the student driver stickers and we decided it was wise to post one in Trey's car.

Heading out for the first time as a legal driver.

Taking Dad to the gas station for a fill-up. 

Congratulations Alexander on earning your driving temps! 

Our Boys--One of My Favorites

A rare moment of affection displayed by our boys.  The picture was taken quite unexpectedly at Trey's parent's home on Christmas Eve. The boys were next to one another deep in conversation and while I hated to interrupt, I also knew that I wanted the moment to last forever.  

Below, is one of my favorite pictures! 

2011 Turns to 2012

New Year's Eve 2011

Cincinnati, Ohio

Trey, Wendy, Michelle and Ted

Cincinnati skyline from Mt. Adams area.  We enjoyed  a wonderful dinner at Teak with our friends.

Samuel, Olivia, Noah and Alexander toasting the New Year

Samuel and Alexander celebrating 2012

A sparkling Olivia

Noah sparkling too

From our family to yours, Happy New Year!

Vertical Adventures

Over Christmas Break, Noah and a friend visited Vertical Adventures.  Noah joined the rocking climbing club at middle school and we thought it might be fun to get acquainted with the facility prior to his first school trip.  Today, Noah returned to Vertical Adventures and was able to climb some lines he didn't try over break.  Noah doesn't know a soul in the club, but he's determined to have fun and make new friends.