Free Time..

It's not like Carter has much free time. Football turned into basketball with a Sunday break in between. But this last weekend, there were no games! It is rare, and the kids always enjoy a bit of sleeping in and hanging out. After church yesterday, Carter and Kalei were shooting hoops when they saw the sidewalk chalk and decided to do a little artwork. It was impossible to get the right angle to read it..Carter wanted to climb on the roof and stand on a ladder for the proper aerial veiw. Kalei said.."ok, I am going to sit on a pillow on the rim and you can raise up the hoop"..I opted for neither of these and just stood on a ladder (short one) and took these pictures. I love that in a video game/technology world, the boys like the simple things. Kain and Mia were out there helping them too..Our fall is almost over and its fun to see the kids enjoy these last few days! We did enjoy our no game weekend..this next week, we start the games again! :) Go Carter!

It says Carter + Kalei = Love...NERDS!!!

Could She REALLY be 16?

The answer...yes!

I have mixed emotions about this. She is amazing, kind, funny, witty, and truly a joy to be around. But 16...SIXTEEN

I love that she still acts silly. That just last night she was trying to convince Carter to dance ballet with her and she would run and dive into his arms..and he, being the good brother would catch her.

I love that she cares. I love that she doesn't act like a teenager. I love that church isn't just something she has to do. I love the way she loves her siblings (for the most part). I love that she sees when I need help. I love the way she makes me laugh by telling me stories about her day. I love that her teachers love her. I love that she loves music. I love that she still thinks I am pretty cool. I love that she is loyal. I love that she sings like no one is listening. I love that music moves her. I love that she wears dresses. I love that she is one of a kind in a world of cookie cutters. I love that well, she is Paige..because I could go on forever.

I hate that she is growing up. I hate that time feels like it is slipping through my hands. I hate that she talks about college. I hate that her time left with me is short..it breaks my heart.

I have this time left..I will cherish every single stinkin minute. :)