The Barkalows

Tuesday, June 19, 2012

awesome-er

So the children (and by children, I mostly mean me) have done a fair amount of complaining about how this summer began. Three weeks of three children with hand, foot, and mouth disease, one broken wrist, I could go on, and on (just ask my husband). But at some point, we started having fun. You know, lots of free time to go swimming or stay in our pjs all morning or play Candyland 6 times. Summer. Why yes, we can bake cookies and go to the pool and throw the baseball and get out the paints. It's summer!

Backyard painting, pants optional. Totally awesome.

Princess hair. Awesome.

Be still while you're being awesome.

"Chwacolate' chip cookies. Even awesome-er.

Friday, June 15, 2012

The cast is off!

What to do with the first day of freedom after Andy got rid of that hot, sticky, annoying and stinky thing he's been dragging around? (no not his sister, his cast) First stop, sign up for swim team and hit the pool. Second stop, find some friends for a little baseball.

Hey, batta' batta' batta'

SWING batta'

Zadie, would you like to try to hit the ball? Why no, mommy, I'd like to draw in the dirt with a stick. Yep, that's my girl!

Show us how it's done.

Andy's hero in all things baseball, the coolest 11 year old in town.

Of course those of you with kids know that the success of any outing hinges on snack time.

MMMMMMMM, chocolate chip cookies. HOMERUN!

Monday, June 11, 2012

Rosie's first birthday

It has been a busy month at the Barkalow home. So much so, that we considered letting Rosie's first birthday pass without mention. But that was just too depressing to let happen, so we planned a simple get together in the park across the street from our house. It was just perfect. Babies and friends, baseball and bubbles.

Here is Rosie when we presented her with her cake. She wasn't sure about all those people singing and watching her.

And what were we thinking? We didn't even give her a fork. This baby was not about to stick her hands in that beautiful cake.

Don't worry, after a little mommy snuggle and a spoon, all was well.

Zadie getting a little help from Grandpa Big. Andy still got her out. What is it about 7-year-olds that makes them so competitive?

Sticky kisses

Rosie's 'boyfriend' Alec. He is such a doll baby!

Zadie and her sweet friend Valerie

Rosie with Ms. Denise

Birthday girl with GrandmaSheryl and GrandpaMike

I promise to update this post when I gather some pictures that include big brother. They do exist, just not on my camera. Thanks to all who joined us. Our sweet girl is getting so big and is so lucky to have all of you to love and support her through this life. Happy birthday baby girl!

Thursday, May 31, 2012

{p,h,f,r} portrait edition

Well, I just spent the entire day getting the kids haircuts and having their pictures taken. I think I deserve a mommy merit badge, but I suppose I'll have to settle for a glass of wine. I earned it!

{Pretty} girl

SOOOOO {happy} I got them all looking in the same general direction

Something must have been {funny}

I couldn't decide what to bring for Rosie to hold, but she found this ball there and was so excited. Just like her brother!

All right, who's ready for my {real}. This is what my kids are REALLY like! I think it's my favorite :)

Looking forward to Rosie's first birthday this weekend; hope you've found a little contentment in your corner of the world. Head over to ourmothersdaughters.blogspot.com for more {p,h,f,r}

Monday, May 28, 2012

Memorial Day at peach park

I feel the need to confess to you right off the bat that I began the day just a little jealous of those of you spending the day on the water. You know who you are... posting glorious pictures on facebook of your new tan lines and shiny boats even as we speak. Don't worry, i won't defriend you. I'm over it (mostly). We decided to make the drive up to Peach Park for some fresh peaches and homemade ice cream. Ice cream makes everything better.

Here are my favorite shots of the kids enjoying the day.