Happy Anniversary!

Tim and I celebrated our 7th Wedding Anniversary on August 21st. Seven years goes by fast when you consider two kids, two houses, two cars, and four jobs. I am so proud of all that we have done. I am especially proud of the daddy that I picked for my babies seven years ago. No father loves his babies more than Tim. I don't tell him enough how grateful and proud I am to be his wife. I love you, Bear!

Family Fun

On our recent trip to Colorado we had a wonderful time just hanging out with everyone. As it turnd out the event became quite a reunion. We were so happy to introduce Katie Grace to (almost) the whole Kissock clan. Kate must have a special connection with Colorado because she slept through the night for the first time and every night that we were there. A very happy event for mommy and daddy.

Happy Anniversary June and Jerr!!

Congratulations to Grandbug and Grandpa Jerr on their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Quite an accomplishment for any couple in America today. The party was a huge success with over one hundred in attendance. It was held at a beautifully restored Victorian home and the night turned out to be cool and clear despite the hot summer that they have been having.

Girls just want to have fun!

And Mary Mackenie is no exception - she has fun everywhere she goes! These were taken at the 50th Anniversary party of Grandbug and Grandpa Jerr. Mary made herself right at home.

Leavin' on a Jet Plane

On August 9th our little family traveled to Fort Collins, Colorado (Tim's hometown), to celebrate the 50th Wedding Anniversary of Tim's parents. We were smart this time and made sure that we got a direct flight into Denver. It makes all the difference when you are traveling with infants. All in all things went very well. Although the people sitting around us on the plane may disagree with that description. Ultimately, our flight was on time, we made it to the party, and had a wonderful time. Party pictures will be coming soon.


Mary has not yet mastered the use of headphones but they provided a good distraction during the take-off and landing.

Cuddle Time

Aunt Angela got some quiet moments with Katie Grace when she came to visit. We are so grateful that our girls are blessed with wonderful aunts and uncles who love them like they are their very own.

More Birthday Party Pics

Summer Fun

Mary's favorite pasttime this summer has been swimming at the local pool. This is an important development for us since at one time she was afraid of the water and would not go near it without much coaxing. Now Mary asks to "sim" just about everyday and we gladly oblige.

More party pics

Katie turns two, too!

Katie Grace turned two months last Friday. She is changing so much everyday. Mostly, she is working on holding her head up and smiling more and more. Kate went to the pool for the first time and stole the show with her pink polka dot bikini.

Party Time!

Our angel, Mary Mackenzie, turned two this weekend. We were lucky enough to have Grandma and Grandpa Meyer, Uncle Jeff, Aunt Susie, Aunt Angela, Courtney, Nick, and Abby to help us celebrate. Once again, we are so grateful to our families. I can't believe how fast two years have gone by. My wish for her is that she will always know how much she is loved and the joy that she has brought to our lives!

Life with a three week old - sleep whenever you can!

Grandbug and Grandpa Jerry visit St. Joe

Mary and baby Kate spent the last eight days with their Grandbug and Grandpa Jerry from Colorado. Mary loved her walks with Grandpa and loved her new dress from Grandug. All the help with baby Kate was much appreciated. It is always hard to say good-bye to our families who we miss every second of every day. So instead of good-bye we'll just say we can't wait to see you at Christmas! p.s. Mary sends a great big "ouch" to Grandpa Jerr!

Fall fashion wear

Mary had an epiphany while lounging on the front lawn with daddy. She thinks that leg warmers (in the form of daddy's tube socks) are going to make a huge comeback this fall. We will have to wait and see if our little trendsetter is right!

Katie is growing like a weed!

d We had our two week well check for Katie on Monday. She now weighs 9 pounds and eight ounces! She has grown by two pounds and two inches since coming home two and a half weeks ago. Grandma said that she was changing right before our eyes, I just didn't know how much. The doctor said that Kate looks great and all newborn screenings were normal. Beautiful words to hear for any new mommy and daddy!

Mary time

Since bringing home baby Kate both mommy and daddy have tried to spend some alone time with Mary Mackenzie. She has been a real trooper and has been a big helper girl so far!

Life is good!

When Mary isn't busy reading the latest Hollywood gossip while she potty trains, she is teaching her new sister, Kate, the latest fashion trends in hat wear.

Sisterly Love

Mary and Kate are having a ball getting to know eachother. Mary loves to help take care of new baby Katie. All of our worries about the transition seem to have been unnecessary. In fact, seeing Mary's joy over her sister has been one of the most wonderful things we have experienced as parents. She insists on being front and center for all baby activities. Mary did have to take a break to attend a birthday party for her friend, Miguel. So far Kate has been a very good baby. She has her days and nights mixed up but we are told this will work itself out in time. Today is a sad day because we had to say good-bye to Grandma Meyer who has made Katie's first two weeks at home peaceful and fun despite the sleep deprivation. We will miss her terribly but we know that we will see her soon. We can't thank her enough for all that she has done!

Katherine (Katie) Grace Kissock Has Arrived!

Guest Writer: Aunt Angela

I am proud to announce the arrival of Ms. Katherine (Katie) Grace Kissock! She was surprisingly born on June 9, 2006 at 6:12 in the morning, after Suzanne's water broke at approximately 1 a.m. Weighing in at 7 pounds, 14 ounces, she is tiny compared to her sister, Mary Mackenzie, who weighed an astonishing 9 pounds, 6 ounces at her birth.

Suzanne is doing very well, especially since she had no epidural!!! That is right folks, she had the closest thing to a natural birth as humanly possible. She was informed during hard labor that her platelet count was low and because of this would be unable to get an epidural. Although she was obviously shocked at first, Suzanne handled it very well, and now we have a new beautiful, healthy baby in the family. We are so proud of her!