Alexis is home!

Thank-You so much for all of the prayers, concern, and support! God has been so gracious! Alexis is doing wonderfully, her temperature has stayed down at 98.6 and she was able to come home last night. She is so happy and excited to be back and we are happy to have her :)

Before we checked her out of the hospital, a Social service worker came to interview my mom about some reports the nurses had given. They reported that we have 10 children, we home-educate, and that Alexis hadn't received any immunizations. They also said that my parents refused the I.V, and had demanded to leave the hospital 2 days ago all of which was not true. My mom talked to them for an hour, and the lady seemed to understand but please pray that we have no further problems in this area!

Parent Weekend- Visiting Stephen at the AF Prep School

Family Pictures

2 days before Stephen flew out to Colorado, we did a family photo shoot out at Swan Harbor Farm. Here are some of the pictures.

Boys Night at the Medieval Times

One thing that always intrigued Stephen when he was younger, was the Medieval time period, and it was always a dream of his to attend a Medieval times Dinner and Tournament show. This year he was Kenneth Lee's Math teacher and not only got him to finish the 4th grade, but the 5th grade math book, has all of the times tables memorized and is now in the 6th grade with the twins. To reward both Stephen and Kenneth for their hard work (and it was hard!) as well as to fulfill Stephen's lifelong wish, Ken took all of the boys to the Medieval Times tournament. They had "Dragon Meat" for dinner, and "Grog" to drink, and Stephen said that it was one of the most meaningful experiences with the boys and that it was well worth the wait.

~Family Memories~ March-June~

Alexis' tear stained face after waking from a nap

The girls took me out to dinner for Mothers day

~Sisters~

Me and Alexis at the APG Armed Forces Day Celebration

Priscilla and Isaac, both getting their faces painted for the first time ever

Alexis in her swimsuit from Grandma

Dad's Birthday

Stephen and Isaac bowling on Dads Birthday

Stephen's Big Win as the First place Speech Champion in Maryland

Stephen Loves Alexis

The family at Stephens CAP promotion and Surprise farewell party

Stephen heading off to encampment with the Civil Air Patrol

Stephen at Civil Air Patrol

Jacqueline

Jacqueline passed both of her Final Exams with Flying Colors.

We are SO excited that she is now a Certified Nutritional Therapist!

Jacqueline and Ken in New York at her Graduation Dinner

The children singing at a surprise Anniversary party for our neighbors

Alexis after Church

Pearl the Priceless Princess!

As our little Pearl grows, so does her beauty and sweet personality. Every day with her is a treasure and she brings such joy to our home. We have been so blessed by God with our little darling and she and "Nanny" have a special bond since Jacqueline is the one that delivered her and was the first person to hold her.
Here are some pictures of my oldest and youngest Princess.

Sisters

Enjoying the view of the Chesapeake Bay

Our little Princess!

Love that smile!

Girl Talk

Alexis loves to play with Jacqueline's hair

Telling Nanny all about it

Playing in the rain

She's So happy!

Loves her rainboots

Alexis First Birthday!

Today we celebrated Alexis Very first birthday! Grandma Rose, Aunt Sharon, and Uncle Larry flew in from Minnesota to help us celebrate, and Alexis was so excited about her big day.

Alexis Loves Aunt Sharon!

Birthday Dinner that Grandma and Aunt Sharon made

Money from Grandma and Aunt Sharon

Sunglasses from the Rooneys

Birthday Card from the Rooneys

Priscilla made this cake for Alexis

Alexis Birthday Breakfast: Waffles and whip cream

Priscilla decorated while Jacqueline made breakfast

And the twins helped in the kitchen

Alexis descended the stairs to our singing of Happy Birthday and she waved and smiled all the way down.

Nanny Loves Alexis!