But, I hope you'll forgive my long lapses of not posting.
We've had a lot going on the past week, though, so I have a lot to share now.
My husband's birthday was on the 26th of August. Yes, I know, over a week ago. But I'm not going to let it go by unnoticed.
We celebrated together as a family and it was really fun and relaxing, then he and I went out that night - also really fun and relaxing.
Here is what each of the kids wanted to say about their dad.....
Bronwyn: I miss you already Dad! I love how I can tell you anything and you'll give me good advice. Thank you for telling me not to worry about stuff and have fun in college. I love you!
Ansley: Thank you for always listening to me and for being an awesome, funny, goofy dad. I love you and HAPPY BIRTHDAY (you old geezer)!!!
Garrett: Dad is the best dad ever, the dorkiest dad ever, and I can take him down in wrestling in 5 seconds. Thanks for being the best dad in the world and happy birthday!
Carys: He's really funny. He's crazy. He's awesome. And I love him so much.
Anderson: HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD! I am so happy for you and I wouldn't trade you even for the next ball of the world cup in 2014. Happy birthdaaaaaaay!! I love you!!
Giovanni: Dad, thanks for playing with me and tucking me in at night. I "wuh" you sooo much!
Me: Kevin, you are an awesome husband and dad. Thank you for believing in me and for pushing me to be the best I can be. Thank you for taking care of me and our family in so many, many ways. I love you so much!
Here is what the kids did for Kevin's birthday. I had seen this idea on the internet, but it took some real talent to take Brazilian candy and turn it into a story in English (really, it's a mixture of English and Portuguese - but he understood the meaning!)
Here are the "card makers"...
Oh yeah, and one little brother who wanted to sneak in on the picture.
