For Daddy: The Shakey Song!

Paul and Catherine came up with a song today that they are VERY proud of!  I taped the first performace sideways so there are two. 

And now for their duet!

We're Getting There

We're so excited to be on to the second row of months!  August 15th marks halfway.  We're getting closer!

Oh the Places She Will Go...

Sheepdogs, Really?

Unless you know my husband well, you may think that title of this blog is a little odd.  A couple of years ago, Paul shared an article with me that explained our society quite well.  If you haven't read it Click Here.  In short, it explains that our society is split into three categories: Sheepdogs, Sheep, and Wolves.  This is something that we take very seriously. 

Living in the world that we do, we want to teach our children to have the heart of a warrior but a deep love for their fellow citizens, similar to that of St. Michael the Archangel.  I don't think it is a coincidence that Paul was born on St. Michael's feast day, September 29th. 

When we talk about being a sheepdog, this doesn't only apply to literally protecting our country.  It's an attitude, a mindset, a lifestyle.  It means that you will go through the tough stuff to get to the greater good.  When you are faced with a challenge, you won't back down because it is hard, rather you take it on, and fight for what is right.  This is applied to our country, our relationships, raising children, money, EVERYTHING. 

To Blog or Not Blog: That is the Question

Well, I have decided to finally start up a family blog.  More than anything, I wanted a place where I could let our family and friends see all of the fun things that we are doing here in Charlottesville and beyond.  Additionally, I wanted a place that I could essentially have a 'baby book' of sorts to look back on and watch my children grow.  Life moves so fast and despite my best efforts to remember those little memories...I forget.  So, here we go!

I will be making this a secure blog so as to protect my family from the world wide web.  I also need to make sure that nothing that is said here comes back to bite my husband in possible future political arenas.  With that said, please make sure that you are registered properly to view our blog.