I cannot be believe the time has come. summer is over. 

time for both of the boys to start at new schools!

Chandler (college)

Freshman at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 

in Daytona Beach Florida

Brayden (middle school)

7th grade at the Upper (Hickory) Covenant Campus

Im super proud of these two, we are very blessed yet we've had a couple obstacles the past couple years....

they have taken it all in stride ~ 

 with a continuous smile and an eager spirit. 

all in all, God has taught us so much. 

lacrosse try outs

Brayden has been working hard for 2 days.....

packin' up

packin chandler up for college...

getting ready for a 12 hour drive!

Easter Egg Hunt

Emmet's First Egg Hunt. He Knew EGGXACTLY what to do! 

As he walked around he was constantly shaking the eggs, that's why the photos were blurred....So cute.

 

Here is a picture of Brayden and the Fide Boys...

My Sweet Brayden. 

I feel like my days are numbered with my last child and events like this, an egg hunt...Hes getting to big to fast. 

So I cherish days like today.

Love this picture of my sister and her boys....

Another picture of the boys and Emmet running to the hills!

Proud Mama. 

Beautiful Amy with her boys. 

It was really nice to spend time with family and friends. 

So blessed. 

Capitals Hockey Game

The boys love Hockey. Brayden's Team is the Capitals. Chad surprised the boys with tickets to their last game. 

Also, we got to watch from a suite!

Slapshot!

What a fun family day! This will be a memory we will always cherish. For Brayden, it was a dream come true. 

Sweet Emmet is One!

Chad and I were so excited to host my nephew Emmet's First Birthday Party. 

Look how cute he is....

I love the cake Julie got him, perfect.

Here is a picture of Jamie, Julie and Little E. 

They made it through year one and they are still smiling. 

Success.

Look at this face, makes you wanna just kiss him!

Cake, yummy...

we love you sweet boy. 

we are excited to watch you grow and learn in the years to come.

God bless you today, on your special day

 and always. 

love, uncle chad & aunt melissa

My Grandmother passed away

She was amazing. 

An amazing wife, mother, grandmother, 

sister, friend and believer. 

 

She was truly a pillar in my life. A woman I adore and admire. 

Due to her love and selflessness, she raised my brother, sister and I. How blessed we were that she chose to do that. That is something I will never forget, she is someone I will never forget....

I always knew her love. My kids knew her love as well. Her Joy was her kids and grandchildren. Here she is, beaming. 

Grandma, i am really going to miss you. thank you for everything, your words of wisdom, your love and kindness- most of all, for your example. I pray that I can be half the woman you were. I love you so much...for you I am so grateful. 

While I am sad that my mom has passed away and now my grandmother, I have peace because I know you lived a good life, you ran a good race - the finish line is Heaven, that I am sure of. 

I love you. ~ melissa

Surprise Shower for Sweet Kate

 

Praying Luke brings you true Joy....

you have many blessings ahead,

we are so happy for you!

 

Congrats Brayden

Brayden's Football season has come to an end.

He had a blast....

He was the Quarterback and got to

play with one of his closest friend.

I couldn't imagine my littlest playing tackle football a couple of month ago, but looking back now- I am glad he had the experience!

 

 

 

Scout Flag Ceremony