The Girl Nextdoor: March 2011

One photo says it all...

This is what I have been doing instead of blogging...this and, oh yeah...taking care of four children! Needless to say, I am a busy woman nowadays. I am officially a full-time student again! I am earning my teaching credentials through a Cal State Fullerton online program called CalState TEACH. The majority of the curriculum in completed and submitted online. Plus, I am in the classroom one day a week. It is an 18 month program so I will be a credentialed teacher by August of 2012. It seems so far away at this point...one day at a time, one day at a time.

Tidepools!

Our friend and neighbor, Kerrin invited us to go to the tidepools during low tide in the afternoon. We found many tidepool animals and had such a great time!

Eden is double-digits!!

On January 9th Eden left her single-digit years and entered the double-digits!! Ten whole years ago my first-born baby, my only girl was born. My sweet Eden, you are beautiful in every sense of the word. Watching you grow up is bitter-sweet for me. It is so fun to see you becoming a young woman but at the same time I don't want to let go of your little girl years. No matter how much time passes your younger years will remain close to my heart. I look forward to the future, to building our relationship as mother and daughter (especially since we are the only two girls in house), and to seeing all that you will accomplish. I am so proud of you, Eden. I love you more than I can express in words...your mommy loves you.

We celebrated at Grandma's house. Aunt Emily, Uncle JD, Aunt Kelly, Abby & Grace were there for the celebration. Emily made Eden's adorable cake. Eden loved all of her gifts...especially the pogo stick!

Christmastime is Here!

"Christmastime is here...happiness and cheer...fun for all...that children call their favorite time of year." Christmastime was happy and cheerful in 2010 for the Boles family!

Christmas Cookies