Victim Number Two

We knew he needed a nap, but he couldn't stop playing. With a snap and a moving car, he is knocked out. The naps in car kills the nap at home.
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Knocked out!

The kids have played all day! As soon as we get in the car, they are knocked out.
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Handy Daddy

Daddy is the best handyman in the world. He has been doing a great job of tackling his projects around the house. I am truly blessed to have him in my life. Love you Daddy!
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Hanging Out

We are hanging out today! We wrapped some gifts this morning and now we are eating pizza and headed to the museum. The best part is we get to pick up Daddy at the airport tonight.

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Langston's Bridge

Langston is becoming creative and full of imagination (like his sister). He made a bridge out of his spoon over his cup. His bridge is over his chocolate river ( hot chocolate). Earlier today, we went over a bridge to drop Daddy off at the airport. He was fascinated in the car and recreated it at home.
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Enjoying our Snow Day!

It is amazing how the earth changes while you are sleeping. We woke up in winter wonder land and closed schools. Mommy stayed at home and let the kids play outside. At the same time, missing Daddy and shoveling so he won't have to when he gets off of work.
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Running in the snow

Snow in Ohio is more than TN, so Sarais find it joyful to run down the street in the snow. It is so evident we are new to the area. Secretly, I am just waiting to go sleighing.

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Father and Daughter dance

Daddy is taking his princess to her first dance! Her school has this annually. I pray she realizes how blessed she is to have the best father in the world.
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First play date at our new home!

Saraia has a new friend, Kennedy. They attend school together and love hanging out with each other. Today, is their first play date at the house and it is going great and turning into a sleepover. It snowed today, so they played in the snow, in the basement, and we ( well, I made them) made vegan cupcakes. The only issue is the little brother who wants to crowd the party.
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First school field trip

Mommy is joining Saraia on her first school field trip. We are going to the symphany. We are so excited!
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Our Masterpiece

The pizza turned out great! Now we are going to enjoy it with a salad and a movie! The only thing missing is Daddy! We miss you and hope you have a great work trip!
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Homemade pizza

We usually have pizza once a week. Instead of going to our new favorite "Marcos", we made it our selves.
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A New Hair Style

Mommy took Saraia to the beauty salon for the first time in Cincinnati. Needless to say, she has a new attitude and a new look. We love our new stylist.

Fine Water

Langston absolutely loves drinking out of this glass shaped similarly to a wine glass.  This restaurant didn't have any kids cups, so Langston had a chance to drink like the grownups.  Should we be worried!?

NEWS from Our Neighborhood!

Factory Square Project Weathers Recession

Happy Halloween Northside

Hanging out with Mommy

Langston was not feeling 100 percent today, so he stayed home with Mommy. He was very good and enjoyed coloring while Mommy talked to the insurance agent.

Puppet show

She is putting on a puppet show.

Girls Day Out

Saraia has a day off, so the girls are hanging out. Our first stop is the children's museum, then lunch, and a little fall clothes shopping. What fun!

Hanging out at the park!

After a long day at school, Mommy took us to the park.

OOOPS!

Remember a few posts back when i said everything outside was done!? Well that was true until the cabinet delivery guy decides to back up ALL the way into the house. Joe, the foreman, was so PO'd at the delivery truck driver!! Mommy was probably even more so. Fortunately, this is just an cantilevered peice that isn't structural. Therefore it wont affect the finish date... WHEW! So the framers will be back one last time to fix this and the cabinet guys can do work INSIDE!!!

Furniture Shopping

Firehouse 4712

Went by the house this weekend, and while we were inside looking around the kids yelled FIRETRUCK!! We looked out of the front windows and saw a fire truck parked in front of our neighbors house. We immediately ran outside and looked up in the sky for dark smoke, but there was nothing. We looked for a long ladder, thinking maybe there was some type of rescue happening, but there was nothing. Our neighbor Tim came outside as we were just starting to really wonder!?













Tim said the firemen come out periodically to check and inspect the hydrants. That was a relief, everything was okay! Other neighbors were starting to come outside with their kids to see what was going on as well. We got to meet a bunch of the neighbors, as well as the firemen. The kids were super excited!! The firemen invited them inside the truck, talked to them about fire safety, and let them hold some of the tools. It was a great afternoon and it really felt like a neighborhood. We are so excited to be here and cant wait to move-in finally!!

Proud Father of a New Home

Daddy was at the house after the drywall and mudding was complete. This is the time when the home really starts to look like a home. The finish date is right around the corner and its amazing how much progress has been made in such a short time. Daddy couldn't help but smile at his new baby. He will cherish this gift from God and enjoy his family. This house on Hassman will soon be a home, that will grow our family for years to come. Memories of happiness are in abundance and waiting to be received.

Won't be long NOW!!!

The siding is going up on the outside walls. We chose a light tan color to match the light red bricks. The original brick we chose was already in the neighborhood, so we had to go with option #2, from our top 3. This made the siding color selection change a bit, but the final product looks amazing. This place will be awesome. We both think it will be the best looking house on the block, but we are biased of course! The clock is ticking and this will be the last outdoor activities for the house!!! Let's get inside and get to the finishes... I love to say that word finishes... that means its almost FINISHED!!

On the Map

Great news!  We finally exist now... Google Maps has our neighborhood on the map! Our house is located on the street that runs North/South, on the South end.  It is located next to the 1st house on the East side of the street.


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Brick City

Daddy chose the outside features for the home and he has been so nervous up until now.  The bricks look great!! There was a lot of thought that went into the selection process, but the final product looks like Mommy and Daddy made the right decisions.

MY VERY OWN ROOM!

Someone is very excited about haveing their own room. Her room has a walk-in closet and these beautiful windows that look out over the front of the house. Mommy and Daddy thought this would be the perfect place for Saraia. She can look out over the neighborhood and be able to see who is outside having fun!! Saraia has already said that she can't wait to get her own room and not clean up after Langston. Daddy thinks she won't be able to handle it without Langston by her side.... be careful what you wish for!!

Reading

Reading has become a very important part of our routine. Sister is reading very well and brother enjoys listening to her and adding his own words. This morning Saraia read as we went to school. After we dropped her off, Langston began to read.
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Rolling down the hill

Saraia thought it would be cool to roll down the hill. Of course brother wanted to get in the action. He started by laying down, but the thought of rolling scared him. He slid, he scooted, and after a little practicing with and staying by his side, he rolled.
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Enjoying the nice weather

The weather is changing and fall is officially in the Ohio area. Today was not bad, so after dinner, we decided to take advantage.
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Daddy was in ATL again, hanging out with his college friends and roommates at the Atlanta Football Classic. After 9 long years of watching TSU loose in the final seconds, we finally beat the Rattlers. From the opening whistle TSU took control and never let up. It was so funny watching the FAMU fans leave early knowing that the game was over before it even started. The only downer was that the game was such a blowout that it wasn't as crunk and exciting as it usually is. Daddy has said this is his last trip for the past two years, maybe he will finally retire!? We'll see next year.

This is for the BIRDS!!

While Daddy was away on his boys trip... Mommy, the kids, and our friend Ebony went out to the zoo for a leisurely afternoon.  Perfect weather and active animals made for a great time by all.  One of the exhibits gives you a chance to get up close and personal with some feathered friends.  You a first hand opportunity to feed these beautiful birds.  Langston and Saraia really enjoyed being so close to the animals.

Just Like Daddy

Langston has been getting up earlier and earlier the past few days.  since he's been up, he has been paying extra special attention to Daddy in the morning.  It so cool watching him learn to be a man.  Langston is now always trying to get into the lower cabinet and get all the adult bath products.  For some reason, he thinks he's an adult and can use them.  He finally got an opportunity at dinner, when we all sat down for desert.  Not paying close attention to Langston, Mommy and Daddy were shocked when we saw those big cheeks and sneaky smile.

Langston was thinking that the shaving cream Daddy uses was the whipped cream on the strawberry shortcake!?  He was smearing it all over his face, like he was lathering up for a shave!!  This kid thinks he is ready to be a grown up!!  Anyway after a good laugh and a hot towel, Langston still has his soft baby smooth face!

Framing Complete - Sept 14

The home is moving forward and it's looking good! We keep a watchful eye on everything, because mistakes can and do happen... just make sure they are corrected. It's amazing the difference a week makes. The one bright side of the lack of rain we've had in Cincinnati! We are so blessed to have this grand home, surrounded by great neighbors, and a beautiful forest backdrop. We cannot wait to get the keys and move in!!!