Artistic Aliya

What a two year old does when there's not paper readily available:

Photos Compliments of Abby

So Abby grabbed the camera tonight and started snapping pictures. I'm so thankful that she did, as I'm realizing just how few pictures I have of the two of us.

Typically I'm the one behind the camera capturing those tender moments between the siblings. It sure has been fun having "older" kids in the house this time around.
Yes, he IS my son despite all the blonde in his hair. Can't wait to see what color his hair is this time next year. Until then, I'm enjoying the highlights.

Jonathan's One Week Old

Has it really been one week since little Jonathan arrived? He's already changing so quickly, becoming more alert and interested in what's going on around him. Fortunately for him, he's been blessed with a bunch of fun siblings who love to entertain and cuddle him.
Snoozin' in Josiah's arms
"Mom, he must love me! He's smiling" Taken the day we came home from the hospital 10/29/08
One of many, many kisses he's received from James
Brotherly Love
Do you think she could be any happier to have her little brother?

You Know You're a Finnestad If...

We've all heard the jokes "You Know You're a Redneck If..." but today, a brief conversation started me thinking about those wonderful traits that define us as Finnestad's. You Know You're a Finnestad when the following conversation is as normal as discussing the weather:

Josiah walking into the kitchen: "Mom, look at these huge worms I found."
Mom: "Wow! Those are so big Sy. Very cool!"
Josiah a little later...back in the house: "Hey Mom, I made them a habitat and found them some friends."
Mom: "You sure have a bunch of them there. Way to go! You may need to release them soon. We don't want them injured."
Josiah after releasing them: "Well, I released them...but I had to kiss them first."
Mom: "Oh really? Did they kiss you back?"
Josiah (eyes rolling slightly): "Mom, they don't have no lips."

End of conversation and on to the next adventure of the day.

Now I'm curious. How would YOUR FAMILY complete that sentence? "You Know You're a __________ If..."??? I'll be looking forward to your responses.

Go Bumblebee's!

The boys "jumped" right into their Saturday morning with Josiah's Soccer Party held at the Bouncy Place at 8:45 am!

Josiah really enjoyed playing for the Bumblebees this year and became quite the "Goal Scorin' Machine"! He had a blast celebrating with his team today.

Josiah and Coach Bobby

Trick or Treat

Our Littlest Pumpkin

All of our Pumpkins

Ready to Go Trick or Treating

Dressed up with some of the neighbors

A Busy Day 3

Day 3 of Jonathan's life proved to be very eventful. He had his follow-up appointment with the pediatrician, had bloodwork done to check his jaundice levels and attended two Harvest Parties at the kids' school. James and Abby couldn't have been more proud to introduce their new baby brother to their classmates.

Abby and Mr. Thompson

James and Ms. Lutes