disobedience and insane costume parties

the croup is gone. all that's left are some runny noses and an occasional (normal) cough.

(trying to sneak up on the girls reading together)


praise the Lord for getting us through this week.

(and she sees me)


in other news, we've been dealing with some serious disobedience from avery.



specifically at bedtime, specifically involving getting out of bed.

(cheesy smile for the camera)


she is a stubborn, strong willed little thing who doesn't seem phased by "certain" forms of discipline. dave and i need Jesus as we struggle to parent her. we need Him bad.

(trying to sneak up on little miss legs)


tonight's the big costume party at the chynoweths. dave and i will be putting finishing touches on our costumes this afternoon. can't wait to show you the finished product.

(love those legs)


here's the post from last year. and here's the year before that.

(and she turned around, saw me and bolted for the camera)


can't wait to see their house tonight. it's always CRAZY.