Birth Announcement

Chloe Isabella Graham made her entrance into the world on Sunday, October 28th 2007. Even though she came a little over 3 weeks early, she weighed in at a healthy 6 lbs. and 15 oz. and was 20 inches long. Congratulations Warren and Janel, and big sisters Ella and Spohia!

Birth Announcement

Madison Mikaela made her entrance into the world on Thursday September 13th. She weighed in at 7 lbs 7 oz. and was 19 inches long. Congratulations John and Nicole, and big sister Annabelle!

Nicole's Baby Shower

Thanks to everyone who was able to make it to Nicole's baby shower! what a fun time to celebrate the upcoming arrival of John and Nicole's 2nd daughter.

Can't wait to meet sweet baby Madison!

Book Clubers!

I have set up a website for the book club. Here is the link www.bookclubforfun.blogspot.com

Kids Rule Marcus Theaters

Here is the schedule for this summers special kids movie deal. The tickets are $2.50 and you get a free bag of popcorn Show time is at 10:00 a.m.

Wed. June 20th Night at the Museum
Wed. June 27th The Last Mimzy
Wed. July 11th Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Wed. July 18th Are We Done Yet
Wed. July 25th Firehouse Dog
Wed. Aug. 1st Surfs Up
Wed. Aug. 8th Nancy Drew
Wed.Aug. 15th Shrek the Third

Location is at NorthShore and Saukville theaters. They also have the same listings for Thursdays.

Book Club/ Stepping Heavenward

I got the guided study today in the mail to use with the book club. So...I am thinking we can officially begin reading next week. I am going to post questions on here for anyone who is interested. You can write a response to those questions or not...it doesn't matter. If you are interested in doing the book club and have not let me know...contact me soon. I am going to be sending out an e-mail soon with all the details.

I am excited to start. I hope you all will enjoy. I'll keep you updated later this week.

Play Group at the park

Here are a few pictures from this mornings play group. Looks like the kids had fun! :)

Birth Announcement

Ezra John made his entrance into the world on Sunday May 6th. He weighed in at 8lbs. 9 oz. Congratulations Seth and Anya, and big brothers Nate and Juda.

Birth Announcement

Hadley Sue made her entrance into the world on Friday May 4th. She weighed in at 7lbs. 1oz. and was 19 inches. Congratulations Andy, Shauna and Mianna!

Fruit and Veggie Cookies for Finicky Toddlers

Recipe submitted by Janel

Basic Cookie Ingredients:

1 C applesauce
2 T brown sugar
1/4 C honey
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla


2 C whole wheat flour
1 1/2 - 2 C oats
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt (optional)

*see below for additional ingredient ideas

Beat together applesauce, brown sugar, and honey. Add eggs and vanilla and blend together. Add in flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Mix well. Add in additional ingredients and mix well again. Drop in balls onto cookie sheet and flatten with a fork. Bake at 350 for 12 minutes. It makes about 3 dozen. Refrigerate or freeze what is not eaten right away.

*Ideas for add-ins:

1 Cup finely grated or pureed carrots
1 Cup finely grated or pureed zucchini
1 Cup raisins or other dried fruit (ie. apricots, mango, currents, blueberries, strawberries)
1 Cup peanut butter (if no known allergies)
1 Cup chopped apples
2 mashed bananas
1 Cup chopped pear
1 Cup mashed sweet potatoes
1 Cup crushed pineapple
1 Cup crushed peaches
1/2 Cup finely chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, sunflower, peanuts) *if no known allergies!
1/2 Cup grated flax seed
1/4 Cup wheat germ

Another idea: Try it with a more salty, herby flavor with pureed spinach, mushrooms, tomato, basil, parsley, oregano, zucchini, carrots, whatever you think would be good.


Note from Janel: Sophie hates veggies but loves cookies. So, I decided to try veggie cookies. I added the carrots, zucchini, raisins, and peanut butter to my first batch. She loved them. It is quick and easy on the run and for picnics. AND IT GOT HER TO EAT VEGGIES!

If anyone is interested in getting together with Elizabeth and I sometime and "experimenting" with different recipes, let us know. It could be fun!