Ava Elizabeth Simmons

We are so blessed to have a new niece!  Ava Elizabeth was born on Monday morning.  She and Briggs are just 24 days apart in age.  How fun to have a little cousin so close to your own age!

Clayton & Lindsey have a beautiful little girl!  We cannot believe all her hair...

3 little boys in the mountains

Last weekend we took all three boys to Boone to get a Christmas tree.  This was something we had hoped to do for a few years, but I am not sure we should have kicked off this tradition with a 3 week old, 3.5 year old, and 2.5 year old.  Eli & Knox had a great time, but J and I were exhausted by the time we got back to Greensboro.  I was humbly reminded that we need to slow down for a little while, adjust to being a family of 5, and get a handle on zone defense rather than man-to-man.  I think Jerrold had his doubts about us surviving the day, but he didn't discourage my plans...he has way to much confidence in me!  All in all, it was a nice day.....

Briggs-2 weeks old

Their Adventures...

Eli & Knox are two of the most imaginative, creative little boys.  The games and adventures they create in their minds always amaze me.  They are at home full-time this year and I have been able to witness everyday how much they are ever-changing.  These pictures are from a morning that I was so surprised at how well and how long they played together in the yard.  Their friendship is so sweet.  They really are best buddies.