Queen City Princesses

2011-04-06T08:15:00.000-07:00

I almost forgot to post this! Our lives are so busy and crazy right now!! The girls had Jason a surprise party in March. They (Lu) planned it out and it was so fun. It was by invite only and there was a guest list! We love you Daddy!

cousins visit!!

2011-03-23T15:52:00.000-07:00

the girls ready for bed!

I had to turn this black and white due to the spaghetti dinner! haha

Weezie and Bella wouldn't leave the baby's side while I was taking her pic!

My sis and nieces came up last week for their Spring break. It was so good to see them all and spend time together. I know it wasn't relaxing for my sis but I really enjoyed the company! Our girls have a great time together. Lu and Violet were excited for Grace to take them to school and meet their friends. I did a little practicing with my new camera skills. This was the first time for them to meet Bella and Weezie and of course they enjoyed the new attention! Thanks for a great week!

Violet turns 3!

2011-02-28T07:50:00.000-08:00

I just can't describe Violet! She is keeping me busy!! Love the little thing to death and so blessed to have her as a daughter. She gives the best hugs and loves her sis! We celebrated at Monkey Joe's with a chocolate princess cake and candles. I love how she keeps it simple.

Hope you get a feel for her from these pics!

PJ day for V!

2011-02-25T08:29:00.000-08:00

Here is Viley ready for PJ day at school!

quick trip to PG

2011-02-25T06:12:00.000-08:00

We traveled to PG in Jan for the weekend for Kathryn's Baptism. It was a special day to be a part of in my niece and extended family. I pray she grows to love Jesus and feel special because she is his child. Enjoy the pics from her special day. (I admit, I had to switch to "cheat mode" for a few!)

Snow day and BCS!

2011-01-12T13:22:00.000-08:00

Kick off

2nd quarter

By half time, they were all out!

We were able to enjoy another snow! Finally, the girls look and stayed warm!! Bella loves being out and Weezie is a wimp!

With the snow came NO SCHOOL for 3 days! We let the girls stay up to watch the game and you can tell they really enjoyed it! haha War EAGLE!

(also, these were all taken manuel, no flash)

Back to school!

2011-01-12T07:18:00.000-08:00

Finally, after years of wanting to, I'm talking photography classes! Saturday was my first day and it was interesting to back in a learning mode! I will now be taking all my pics in manual mode- no more instant! haha! Here is one of my homeplay projects...notice the tree and fence not in focus and then infocus?! Okay, I'll get better!

New Year!

2011-01-04T08:27:00.000-08:00

The girls started out 2011 with breakfast in bed. This is a first and once we told them we realized we really weren't prepared! Oh well, we improvised! They thought it was so fun and giggled!

Our neighbors invited us down to decorate ginger trains for the afternoon. We always have fun with them!

Our tree before we took it down- always a sad day for me!

SNOW pics!

2010-12-30T10:41:00.000-08:00

So fun to wake up to this!

Lu, Viley,Dana and Leo

Attempt at a snow angel

Bella spent most of the day out chasing squirrels!

This is how we spent the day after Christmas! It was a blast!!

Jason working on a snow ball for ME

the school across the street was a great place to play!

Christmas 2010

2010-12-29T06:37:00.000-08:00

Well, Christmas with the girls this year was a BLAST! Plus, SNOW! I love Christmas not because of gifts but that we spend time together! Viley wanted a Barbie tar and Lu wanted a littlest pets and Barbie Pizza girl....Santa delivered! A few ago we started the 3 gift limited per girl, since baby Jesus only received three gifts. It has really kept us from going over board and focusing on the special time, which is what I hope our girls will appreciate. They were so excited to open gifts and it just brought a smile to my face seeing them enjoy!

Jason was able to be off most of Christmas week and it was such a treat for us to have him home and enjoy the weekend. His parents came up before Christmas and then my parents were here Christmas evening. This was special because they were able to enjoy time with extended family.

I think back to last Christmas and how fast time goes by. This past year we had to say good bye to our Nesta and it was hard not having him here, but we open our home to two new puppies! Rasta now has two new buddies.

Hope enjoy just a few our pics from Christmas weekend!

Biltmore trip

2010-12-28T11:41:00.000-08:00

Lu in the bath

Lu's drawer

Viley's drawer

The girls thought this was amazing!

We took the girls to Biltmore before Christmas. It was amazing and the girls experienced their first hotel. It was fun to enjoy this special time. I will say they enjoyed the hotel more than the actual home but the trip was wonderful. It was fun to go somewhere and focus on them and still get away.

Wilder Christmas

2010-12-28T11:22:00.000-08:00

Here are some pics from our Christmas with Jason's parents. The girls enjoyed spending the day with them

Christmas break fun

2010-12-28T11:16:00.000-08:00

I have simply enjoyed my time with the girls! We are so busy with school during the week but we have enjoyed lazy days- great thing...we have another week to go!

The "star" of TK program

2010-12-28T09:35:00.000-08:00

the girls with Mrs.Dell, our neighbor

Lu with her class

Lu with Mrs. Payne

The girls with Mrs. Schulz

Lu's class performed a Christmas program before the break. Lu was the "star"- she did a great job!

Bella's birthday

2010-12-12T12:39:00.000-08:00

We celebrated Bella's first birthday on Sunday. The dogs loved their special treat!

Happy birthday Leo!

2010-12-12T10:59:00.000-08:00

Mr.Pink, Mrs. Hollywood, Dana and Leo

woohoo! all four of us!

Birthday boy, LEO!

Dana

stylin' Lu

The girls with Santa

Jason with the girls

How does this happen? I'm in two pics!

Smoke stacks

famous BBQ

Saturday we joined our neighbors for a train ride with Santa at the North Carolina transportation museum. It was so fun! All of our first train rides. It was for Leo's 3rd birthday. After are trip we went a little further north to Lexington for BBQ...it was so good and worth the trip!

Leaves!!

2010-12-07T08:21:00.000-08:00

To date....85 bags of leaves! it is a mess up here but we are coming to an end(we hope) in the next few weeks. As you can see the girls are a big help in cleaning up! Fun times

night cough help

2010-12-06T18:46:00.000-08:00

Most of us have had the continuous night cough. And we have a ritual "Vick on the bottom of feet"... it really does work! Viley, insist that she "do it myself". She is actually pretty good! Best of all, the trick WORKS!

Breakfast with Santa

2010-12-06T18:28:00.000-08:00

Leo, love it!

This is her new thing right before I snap!

Southpark Mall has a yearly breakfast with Santa. We have taken the girls each year and they just love it! Chick fil A, Santa, crafts...what more could you want?! This year our neighbors joined us. We always enjoy Dana and Leo!

snuggle pics, again!

2010-12-06T18:18:00.000-08:00

Y'all, I just can't ever get enough of the snuggle pics! I find Rasta curled up but he leaves when I run for the camera!

Chrismon tree

2010-12-03T13:25:00.000-08:00

it's a bad pic but a tradition!

the girls getting out the chrismons

these are had made

it's finished!

I almost forgot to post pics from the Mary and Joseph breakfast and decorating the tree at church!

Our new addition!

2010-11-30T08:30:00.000-08:00

Last week the girls and I headed to Alabama before our Marietta trip to meet our new niece, Kathryn Rebecca. My sister looks great and getting back in the grove after 9 years. To say she is special to us is an understatement. My girls fell in love with her and loved "baby sitting" for aunt Martha. Viley would come to me and say "put that mammy in my lap momma" and she actually was good at getting her to sleep. Lu would wait for a full belly and wanted her as well. I just love knowing there are four cousins/sisters that will grow up to be great friends. I took so many pics and these are a few of my favorites. Please notice she has my dad's chin...he is a very proud pod!

LU's bike

2010-11-19T16:39:00.000-08:00

Here is Lu with her new bike! It was her present and just realized I didn't have a picture with her. She loves it!

snuggle pics!

2010-11-19T16:19:00.000-08:00

Here are just a few pics over the past week of quality snuggle time! These girls love their puppies! And as you can see the feeling is mutual!

YES, Viley dressed herself!

Lu turns 5!

2010-11-07T17:05:00.000-08:00

presents from Alabama

viley was really good with chopsticks

Lu too!

strike a pose!

The table

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Sweet birthday girl

Lu with her friends

Craft table

Lu with Noni, Pops and Daddy

Our sweet Lu turn 5 this past week! Where does the time go? We celebrated with diner at P.F. Chang's...she has been wanting to try Chinese food so we thought we'd really make it special. It is so fun to have the girls enjoy these special times with.

Saturday, she had her Mermaid-bead party with 9 of her closest friends! Crazy but so fun...Viely fell asleep during the party!

Lazy morning!

2010-11-03T09:06:00.000-07:00

Monday morning the girls were beat! It makes me so happy to see the love!

Halloween week

2010-11-03T09:01:00.000-07:00

Busy week of celebrating Halloween...

Lu with friend Lily at dance

Lu's dance class with their friends- they were asked to bring a friend for a special dance night. It was really cute. They performed a "scarey" dance!

Viley's class

Viley, Leo and Lacey

Lu's school parade

Lu's friends- Stephanie and Kate

more snuggle time for my girls

Halloween night! Leo, Viley, Lu and Dana

At last the candy!

Church festival

2010-10-27T08:07:00.000-07:00

Our church had a fall festival Sunday- the girls had a blast! Funny we took them a few years ago, new to Charlotte, and only new a few people. We love our church family here! Really making some great memories and sharing our girls means a great deal to us!

Crazy week

2010-10-27T07:56:00.000-07:00

team day at school-WAR EAGLE!

nap time

Lu with her Bella Bear

Sweet sisters

You can't see Weezie but she is in Viley's lap- this is how our morning start out!

Only a week together and already look alike!

This past week was full of crazy days...to start Jason broke a small bone in his foot, then Weezie. fixed shower started leaking, again and an Auburn win over LSU! We ended with a great weekend still at our church fall festival! Weezie is settling in with her new family. Bella loves her as much as the girls. Viley insist on carrying her, which makes me nervous. Lu is the care taker as always...she really is a big help!

Welcome Weezie!!

2010-10-18T08:18:00.000-07:00

Viley and her puppy

this was made when we picked her up

Love that her eyes are closed!

First meeting

Lu with her new girl

This was completely natural

Jay enjoying the game with her

After many weeks of waiting, Sunday we went and picked up Weezie. The girls instantly fell in love with her! She is so little and sweet. Bella is really enjoying having her around and has taken to her well. Rasta towers her! Here are a few pics from her first day.

Viley

2010-10-18T04:47:00.000-07:00

I just never know with this girl! Viley is such an entertainer!

Hoedown at school

2010-10-18T04:39:00.000-07:00

Lu's class always has a special way of celebrating the letter of the week... last week was the letter H. So the kids dressed in their "hoedown" attire. Viley also must dress like sis, even though she doesn't have to!

snuggle time with Bella

2010-10-18T04:36:00.000-07:00

I must laugh at these pics...first Bella isn't suppose to be on the furniture and I catch her snuggling whenever possible. Of course, the girls love it!

Donuts for dad

2010-10-18T04:31:00.000-07:00

Lu's school had breakfast this month for dads. She was so excited to take him to school and meet her friends

cute outfits!

2010-10-04T13:19:00.001-07:00

Festival at the Park

2010-10-04T13:16:00.000-07:00

My FIRST funnel cake!

Last weekend was the Festival at the Park. Our first chance to go and it was a blast! We enjoyed some great carnival food and Lu learned how to make paper beads! I love experiences like this my girls!

Beauty shop

2010-10-01T12:52:00.000-07:00

Notice the "lu" on the head

I caught the girls playing dress up and beauty shop...to my surprise Viley was wearing make up. It was actually marker! Thankfully, I only buy washable or the "LU" on Viley's head might still be there! These girls keep me busy! Love it!

Puppy update!

2010-09-27T08:20:00.000-07:00

While we still don't know which one is ours, here is another picture of the new puppy!

There are only 3 girls so it should be easier to limit our selection.

We will get her Oct 17th! I can't wait to add her to our family!

Pretty sure the girls have settled on a name, Weezie!

Bonk's Baby shower

2010-09-27T08:14:00.000-07:00

Corn time with family!

Lots of goodies for the baby

Sweet cousins, this will be the last time with just three!

Strike a pose!

Truly GREAT aunts! This little girl will be blessed

Bessie you made the blog, again!

The girls and I went to Birmingham for a visit. It was so fun to be with my family and I was able to see many of my aunts and cousins. I love spending time with them and enjoy them getting to know my girls. Can't wait to meet the new little girl in the family.

Buddies

2010-09-22T09:26:00.000-07:00

Just had to share how sweet these two are together! Of course, we all have had a difficult time with missing Nesta but I know Rasta is happy with his new friend.

First day of school

2010-09-09T11:42:00.000-07:00

Breakfast..

Ready to go!

I didn't take my camera to school the first morning but here are a few pics of the day.

They both enjoyed themselves. Lu was so excited and Viley went in with only a few tears. I did go back and check and Lu was still all smile and Viley had found the puzzles and a crown. I am so proud of both of them!

School is here!

2010-09-09T11:03:00.000-07:00

Viley's door

Viley's cubby

Lu's door

Lu and Viley

Lu was so excited to see her name

Lu's bag holder

Here are some pics of the girls meet and greet for school. Lu is in TK and Viley is in the 2's...Can't believe I will be home alone twice a week!

Viley enjoyed the new puzzles

Family pic!

2010-09-09T09:00:00.000-07:00

A rare shot but all four in a picture- thanks to a neighbor!

Last day of summer!

2010-09-09T08:03:00.000-07:00

The girls and I spent the day at Discovery Place in Uptown Charlotte last week. They had a great time and didn't want to leave. So fun to watch them learn through playing. They were fascinated by all the fish and loved the bed of nails. I am going to miss fun days like this!

Viley's first hair cut

2010-09-02T09:40:00.000-07:00

Viley had her first hair cut expericence with Ms Alicia..she loved it!

Last week of summer!

2010-08-31T10:22:00.000-07:00

We are enjoying our last full week of summer! I can't believe they will be starting back next week. I'm excited to hear about what they experience but I will miss them so much.

new puppy pics

2010-08-31T05:31:00.000-07:00

Here is another pic send to us. These are German shorthairs-we can't wait to pick ours out.

Exciting news!

2010-08-27T06:43:00.000-07:00

Well, we are adding a new addition to the family....a new puppy!

The girls are so excited and we look forward to the craziness that will come with two dogs and a cat! We will be getting one of these adorable girls in October.

Back to Dancin'

2010-08-20T07:06:00.000-07:00

my sweet girls

Well, dance started back last week and the girls were so excited! The studio moved locations and it is NICE! Seriously, I can't believe this place! Lu really thinks she is big and Viley still has a hard time with leaving mommy, which is a phase, I'm sure. Viley had to have the same "ballerina" as Lu. Lu's is in class with Mauren and Dana. And Viley will have Leo for company! They looked beautiful and most importantly had fun!

Girls getting ready!!

2010-08-20T06:09:00.000-07:00

I let the girls get ready one morning and here are the results! They make me laugh

End of July!!

2010-08-02T13:54:00.000-07:00

Back Yard Bible camp

Back Yard Bible Camp

Where did the month of July go? We were pretty busy through out the month. Lu took swim lessons at the JCC and loved it! We had our back yard Bible Club for our neighborhood and VBS at church. My parents came up for a weekend- have no pics!

Bella is settling right in! She and Rasta are off to a good start!

Here are a few pics for the month.

Bella is a lady-always has her paws crossed!

Silly goggles!

Lu and her dog

Bella with the girls watching a movie

Viley and her dog

Welcome Bella!

2010-07-08T14:20:00.000-07:00

Trying to get in the jumpy with the girls

I love that she already watches over the girls

Sunday night we saw a posting for a 8 mos old weim in Statesville. I called Monday to look into it and now we have her. Bella is actually 6 mos old, 53 lbs and beautiful! Her previous owner was no longer able to care for her and we have the chance to love her. It will be a challenge but she is kind and wants love. The girls are a little overwhelmed at the attention they receive from her and she wants to be in the middle of the action. Rasta is still a little unsure but knowing him the two will be buddies in no time! I know this was an answer to our prayers and Nesta would be proud of our decision.

June 2010 pics

2010-07-02T04:56:00.000-07:00

Viley dancing with Celia

Viley with Rasta

First day playing after being sick!

homemade pasta!

Playing with Dana

Dancing with Celia

Watering the yard-this was around 8 so I'm sure the neighbors thought I was crazy!

Bathing beauty!

Always ready for a picture!

Viley and Grayson

Viely LOVED the water!

My sweet Lu in Beaufort

Making an attempt at pictures....

Viley not really in to it!

At least I got a good one of Lu looking

The girls with Sawyer and Grayson

Brian with the kids

Lu and Sawyer

Rasta has been sleeping with Lu again!

June 2010

2010-07-02T04:39:00.000-07:00

It has taken me time to come back and update our blog. To say our lives has changed without Nesta is an understatement. Hard to put into words...looking back at pics and seeing him in family pictures I know his memory will forever live on. And the girls pray every night for his happiness. I miss his bark and silly ear shakes but most importantly I miss his company! He has been with me daily to raise the girls and protect us while Jason is at work.

Now that June is over, a bad to start to summer, actually ended exciting for our family. We found out Wednesday, my sister will be having a little girl! That makes 4 granddaughters for my parents! So fun to know we will be loving on a sweet girl in Nov- Grace(soon to be big sis) told Martha it was the happiest day of her life! When I talked to Lu about Aunt Martha having us a baby girl, she thought the new baby was going to come live with us.

We also met Jason's family at Fripp Island and have pics to post. Check back when you can to view pics!

Our Nesta...you will be missed

2010-06-13T00:11:00.000-07:00

Typical Nesta watching the girls outside

My friend, Daisy, painted this about 8 years ago- funny we hung it in the kitchen and now he will continue to watch over meal time.

Well, just when you think things are getting better...our past week with our girls being sick-we had to say good bye to Nesta on Saturday. He experienced Bloat which is the second killer in dogs. There is really no way to prevent it and when it happens to your dog time is crucial! We got him to the emergency Vet but because of his age and wanting his life to be more quality than more time we had to let go. It was difficult to come home and tell the girls. And Lu knew when Jason took him that Nene was really sick and might go to "dog heaven". We didn't know how else to explain why he couldn't come home. Truthfully, after his minor foot problem in Dec, Jason and I knew Nesta would never be the same dog if something else were to happen to him. And that would be difficult. He was smart. He loved us and the girls.

I know I could have never asked for a better dog!

We got Nesta Jan 2,1999 and had no clue what to do with a dog! But he was adorable! And quickly stole our hearts. Before our girls, Nesta and the cats were are world!

He loved "little" Rasta and carried him by the neck...a habit we found needed to stop!

The two of them were always beside each other snuggling.

Funny how a dog can just take your heart and he did! He was so protective of me and the girls. When Jason was out of town, he became the man of the house and was on alert! Our house will be lonely without his silly ear shakes waking us up at 6:30. He loved going to the lake! When I went on bed rest, he felt the stress too! Nesta got in more trouble but always won us over with his sweet eyes. He slept with us and took us most of the bed! He was always up for taking something from your plate, without permission! Nesta gave the best hugs! And most of all he loved being right with us! I can't imagine how are day to day life will be the same. Life will go on but we will never forget the unconditional love of our Nesta!

Thanks for 11 great years, NENE! We love you!

This was taken May 12...he was always close to the girls when food was around

because he was hoping one of them would drop a bite

Camping out with the girls inside this past winter

Nesta and Viley

Friday night Lu told Jason "if you don't stop yelling at Nesta his going to get his blankey and stick and never come back. we have to be nice to nene" - keep in mind Nesta was circling our dinner table waiting for a bite!

update-

2010-06-11T13:51:00.000-07:00

Lu actually dressed herself and sister! Even hair!

by the way, they are not posing in the pictures at all!

Yucky germs! Lu started with fever last Friday and FINALLY broke Wednesday during the night! Violet woke early Thursday with a fever and I imagine you know what's to come! Really stinks because my girls were so well and then summer comes and we are stuck inside! Violet is handling this much better and I really think she enjoys the attention! I hope she will be feeling better soon and so glad to have a healthy Lula belle back in action!

Memorial weekend

2010-06-02T05:37:00.000-07:00

Before the parade

Leo, Dana, Lu and Violet

around the block we go

Look Viley driving- no hands!

jason and Lu

the egg...nice and smokey!

And YES...tasted so good!

crazy picture of Nesta...he was trying to catch a fly!

I don't think I have ever seen this face before~

Our Memorial weekend was wonderful. We started out with a parade Saturday morning around the block. The kids had fun! We spent most of the weekend outdoors with beautiful weather! Jason smoked out Sunday providing us a delicious meal! Lu calls it world famous- it's at least that in our home! I am so thankful we were able to have a nice weekend together and enjoy each other. These girls are such blessings!

I think we have a sneak-

2010-05-25T07:50:00.000-07:00

Caught Viley sneaking a pop tart yesterday afternoon-don't know why she thought she had to hide it but Nesta staring at the pillows on the couch gave her away!

What to do with this silly one?!

by the way, she doesn't like clothes so I never know how I will find her!

Last day of school!

2010-05-25T07:44:00.000-07:00

As of one o'clock today is summer! Can't believe it! Viley is so excited Lu will be home!(me too!) Lots of fun coming to the Wilder gals

End of year picnic

2010-05-24T06:25:00.001-07:00

although, Lu's official last day is tomorrow, her class had a picnic last Thursday to celebrate the year. Lu loved school and is sad for it to be over. She really had a great group of kids in class and two wonderful teachers.

I loved listening to her stories and I always knew what everyone did for the day. I heard from a lot of parents that Lu was a special friend for their child. I know her kindness and love for others was helpful with her buddies. She always makes be so proud!

Funny story-Liam and Lu started the year rocky and I learned quickly that Lu was concerned because he didn't seem to get along. Lu vowed to me, her teachers and his mom she was "going to make him a good friend". The other night we were saying our prayers and she mentioned that she "was proud of Liam for becoming a good friend."

I am so thankful for this year and the positive influence it has been for her!

Hard to believe it is over so quick!

Liam- Lu's buddy

Viley enjoying dessert!

Lu with the Lillie and Lily- (the lillies as she called them)

Lu with Lily and Ella Chase

Mrs. Tinker (TINK er, as Viley would say)

Mrs. Hamel

white trash!

2010-05-20T11:48:00.001-07:00

This picture makes me smile! Please know we aren't completely bad neighbors!! The girls love to have popsicles and I had given each of them one. I went to put Nesta in and came back to this! She never surprises me!

Video clip-

2010-05-19T20:16:00.000-07:00

Our neighbor, Mr.Pink(dana's dad) shared his video of the performance with his camera. Hope you enjoy!

Dana's clip

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Kidgits night at South Park

2010-05-19T09:07:00.000-07:00

Friday night was Kidgits at South Park Mall- the girls always enjoy some time at the mall! It was Princess Night and here they are at work on their crowns!

Viely starts Dancin!

2010-05-19T08:50:00.001-07:00

Viley finally got to start dance classes this week!!! Our first day didn't go as well as I would have thought. She was so excited to start and had talked about it all day. She got to class started fine and then 10 mins in started crying! She came out saying "no teacher, I want home" It broke my heart... but she still wanted to dance! So went back Tuesday and Lu's teacher from last year was the teacher and she did wonderful! Miss Seane knows Violet and is great with her. She is so excited to be like big sis! She wore the same outfit Lu did on her first day!

Lu is taking gymnastics for the summer and so excited with our neighbor Dana joining her! I was so hoping my girls would be able to be at the studio at the same time but that's not the case! So we will be spending two nights a week there but worth it for them to enjoy themselves!

Blue bird

2010-05-12T07:46:00.001-07:00

We have some babies! "alice" the blue bird has made our backyard her home for the babies. This is Alice(the dad) bringing the babies food. I don't know how many since they moved into the house without the window view but hopefully we will be able to see more as the babies get bigger. We hear the so it's still fun to watch

Play time with Leo

2010-05-12T07:05:00.000-07:00

Viley's friend AO(leo) was able to come play one morning last week. Violet held his hand most of the time and was very concerned with his hydration- she would hand him his cup and say "drink AO". It was really fun seeing the two of them alone with out the big sis's around

Dance recital 2010-Weir Dancin'

2010-05-10T07:33:00.001-07:00

Ms. Jessica(last year's teacher)

Lu and Dana-rehearsal

Getting ready

This is her "pose"

Again!

Lu and Danielle

Lu with Ms. Seana

Lu's class

it got the best of Viley

Before her performance

Blue "sweaty" shoes

Funky Town

Her admirers

Lu's recital was this past weekend and she really has come along way! Last year she got "cold" feet but not this year. Still refused the make up(not that she needs it!) She was really ready and I'm so glad she enjoyed herself! Both sets of grandparents were there for support. Our neighbor Dana also took this year and it was fun for the two of them to enjoy this together. Lu danced to Blue Sweaty Shoes(Suede Shoes) and Monkey Town(funky town)- we have not been able to correctly say them according to her! Being her second year, she has gotten to know a lot of the "big" girls and she was so funny watching them perform. She didn't want to stop watching and enjoyed pointing them out while we were watching the rehearsal. Good job Lula belle!

catching up!!

2010-05-10T07:25:00.000-07:00

WOW! where is the time going??! Here are a few pics from our trip to PG a few weeks ago- Grace was sick so we stayed inside most of the time. The girls wanted to be right under her when she started feeling better. Violet was able to help my mom make some candy and she ENJOYED it!

Trike a thone

2010-04-21T13:44:00.001-07:00

Here are some pics from Lu's trike a thon at school.

working in the garden

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We planted the garden this past weekend. The girls love getting dirty and helping daddy.

Keep you posted on the progress!

Owl cam

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a friend shared this with me and it is just too cool not to share! Enjoy!

http://www.sportsmansparadiseonline.com/Live_Owl_Nest_Box_Cam.html

Easter Weekend

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Think we are going to need a new suit!

The girls coloring eggs

Getting ready to hunt

The only still pic I really got of Viley all day

Silly girl

Lu and the bunny (bear)

Our second Easter in Charlotte was beautiful! The weather was great-actually a little warmer than I like for this time of year. Still we spent most of the weekend outdoors and enjoying some much needed sunshine! I thought the girls looked adorable in their dresses-a find on our Pebble Beach trip. They didn't want to take them off! After our egg hunt we went to see the bear and he was dressed up like a bunny. Lu was happy to have her picture made while Viley is protesting the camera as much as she can!

2010-03-30

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Pebble Beach trip

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Bag pipe at sunset

Big Sur

Red wood forest

Last dinner

Fire time!

Jason and I took a trip to Pebble Beach last weekend-my first time away from the girls! It was a little hard for me to get in relax mood but finally realized I didn't have much responsibility so why not enjoy my time with Jason! It was actually a "business" trip with Isuzu and we were treated like VIP's. Pebble Beach is beautiful! Carmel...awesome! We also visited Big Sur...no words to describe! Jason was able to play golf on Sunday and I took a trip to the aquarium in Monterrey. Our trip was complete with a dinner at one of the winery's and it was beautiful! Of course, when we weren't busy we could be found on the patio enjoying a nice fire and drink-somebody had to do it!

Photo shoot

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My friend, Alicia, had a photo shoot with the girls. It was fun and I just had to share them with you. You can really tell the personality differences in the pictures and these are a few of my favorites.

Farewell Addies Pond

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I have to share this with you...I was able to start and finish a Bible study with a few of my Sunday school lady friends. We studied the book of Esther. Only book of the Bible that does not mention God. But it is his providence we see. Providence is God's attention to events within creations that nothing happens by chance. Currently, we live off Providence Road and attend Providence UMC. hmmm.... interesting! Found that pretty cool! Love when I am reminded of His love for us!

I say this as we are set to close March 11th on our home in Georgia! This past weekend we cleared out the left over furniture from our house. It is strange to refer to it as a house but realize it hasn't been our home for almost two years. For months I got upset whenever we went by the house. That was until last fall when I took the girls by while in town- Lu had no memory of any part of that house! It was a lesson to me- it is a building and our home is where we are together. We loved living in Addies Pond and truly had a great neighborhood family. They were there for so many moments of our lives and it was sad to leave them when we moved. Most of them were a part of "keeping me" while I was on bed rest with Lu and then helping with her while we were getting ready for Viley. Some celebrated our girls Baptisms and just everyday living. We were so blessed to spend our time there. From the moment I stepped foot in that house I knew it was ours! God guided us there and now to Charlotte...Funny how he works. I have great feelings about our next chapter.

My artist

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My girls love anything to do with art "projects". It's so fun to watch them.

Lu takes it very serious now while Viley does anything for a laugh!

Viley's first fall

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Our first fall! Fell face first on the walk!

Potty Girl!

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So you can tell by now, we are in big girl pants! She is really doing well.

The funniest part is the pulling the pants back up!

This is different than when Lu started since we lack "clear" communication. Still more often than not we can find her on the potty when she needs to. I'm so proud of her!

Mardi Gras birthday!

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Not too sure she likes the look!

Little help from daddy

Lu loved the mask and beads

Gan and Pod with Lu

I know not the best picture but had to get a family shot

We celebrated Violet's second birthday Mardi Gras style. We were happy my parents were able to come up and spend the weekend with us. A few neighbors and friends were also able to celebrate this special day too! I can't believe she is TWO!

Violet is such an angel and I am so thankful for her! I can't imagine life without her. My girls are really beginning to enjoy the joys (and drama) of sisterhood.

LOVE YOU, VILEY!

look who's growing up!

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So Friday morning Viley decided she was using the potty! I was taken back since Lu was 3 before we were at this point. Now I won't say we are committed to this but she is realizing she needs to go and will let us know. She really is disappointed when she doens't actually have to go but I am proud of her for trying! this will keep things interesting around here!

Lu's friend

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We enjoyed our Friday with Lu's friend, Carly. Lu has become a good host for her friends and has enjoyed them coming over and playing. Viley did much better with Carly! I just love listening and watching them play together!

our hawk

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While waiting our Lu's friend to come over our hawk came by. Lu has named him "hawky"

Making pasta

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Wanted to share one of our favorite new things to do...making pasta. We have been doing this for a few months and getting pretty good. Nothing better than fresh pasta!

Usually, both girls help us out but yesterday Viley took a nap after our snow fun.

They love playing with the dough and sampling.

SNOW 2010

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We got our first snow over the weekend. The most fun was Jason was able to be home and enjoy it with us! When Lu saw the snow she said "oh daddy, thank you!"

All Violet could say was "snow".

It was pretty and the girls had a blast playing in it!

It's fun to pull out hats, gloves and big coats.

Lu loves her under armor and didn't want to take it off!

And Violet loved trying on hats and scarfs...but refused to wear them outside!

Another high point...I saw my first snow plow!

fun with Lizard

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We haven't had too many days to enjoy the outdoors but we make the most of it when we can! The girls found a lizard and they had a blast!

Surprise visit!

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Last Friday, the girls and I were lucky enough to get a visit from my aunt Denise and uncle Bill. Although, they were only able to stay a little while it was so fun seeing family and getting a real hug. The girls were so glad to see them and I was too!

Dance sillies!

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Monday afternoons are so fun...Lu has dance and she is really allowed to wear what she wants. Now Viley is getting involved and can't wait to get to dancing! She still has to wait until summer but the teacher will keep the door open so she can see.

I laugh because she tries to hard to follow and during ballet she works so hard!

camping in!

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Jason was out of town over the weekend and the girls wanted to camp out inside! So we did-what else can you do to excite a cold night?! And not to be left out...Nesta was right with them!

Please watch...

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Our Minister's wife was actually in Haiti when the earthquake hit. She has a wonderful heart and was interviewed by one of the local news channels. Please keep those affected by the earthquake in your prayers and do what you can to help. Our church here has a lot of ties to Haiti, in fact there was a group scheduled to leave the next day- all moms with kids! Of course that trip has been postponed.
http://www.wcnc.com/news/Charlotte-Woman-Survives-Earthquake-81901017.html

Lu's playdate

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Look at Viley! too funny!

Well, Lu's social calendar is keeping us busy! This morning her friend Liam came over to play. It was so fun listening to her with her friend.

Viley wasn't too fond since she we don't have to share our sis often. It was fun to watch!

Red shoulder Hawk

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This amazing bird has spent a lot of time in our backyard. The girls and I have enjoyed watching him in the afternoon. I just think he is beautiful!

Bear cam

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This was forwarded to all the 3yr olds at Lu's school thought you might find it fun to share with you. This is Lily the bear and her den. http://www.bear.org/website/visit-us/lily-den-cam.html

Reviewing our 2009!

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Well, as you can see it is really getting difficult to post as often as I would like. But don't give up on me! 2009 was again a great year for the Wilder's!

We started off spending a weekend with my parents in Jan. to celebrate their 40th anniversary, Feb celebrating Viley's first birthday,

March tonsils and adenoids removed for Lu,

May was Lu's dance recital

June Martha and Garrett's wedding,

July beach trip with the Wilder's,

Aug Jason and I celebrated our 11th anniversary and also my cousins wedding,

The fall in general was busy with Jason business travel and a few trips to Bham and Marietta

Nov Lu's bug party and Thanksgiving with the Lee family at the farm- so fun

Christmas in Charlotte and Nesta's hurt foot!

Jason and I are both getting more involved with our church through supper clubs and Bible studies. The girls are so busy and we are having so much fun! Lots of changes for this next year but I can't even start! So keep checking on us when you can!

The Bears!!

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the ONLY picture of all the kids looking at the camera!

we went again this year to see the singing bears in charlotte with our neighbors. the kids really enjoy watching and dancing. I guess we can say this is one of our new traditions for Christmas!

Christmas 2009

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Santa under the tree

Poor Viley just isn't a morning person!

Lu super excited about her Little Pet shops

the girls with Gan and Pod

I just love this pic!

It is really taking me a while to get our blog up to date! Here are some pics made the weekend of Christmas. Not a crazy Christmas very simple...started with church on Christmas Eve and then lots of food. While we were getting breakfast ready Christmas morning Lu said "wow, this is all for Jesus birthday?!" So nice to know she really does understand what the REAL purpose is all about! It was so nice to have Jason home for 4 days and my parents come up to spend the weekend with. The girls were so fun and enjoyed all their new things.

pics around the house

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Our tree

Lu being silly

The girls with the bear-this guy is always dressed up and the girls love to visit him

Viley and her ballet pose

Attempting to get a pic for cards-which I never got around to do! sorry!

Breakfast with Santa

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Pics from our Santa breakfast-Viley wanted NO part of the man! Lu on the other hand gave him an ear full!

Thanksgiving 2009

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AGHHH! I just realized I never finished this post! Here are some pics from Thanksgiving at my cousins! We had a blast!