An EXTRA special February

 
We walk in the rain...we walk in the sun...we walk to the Woods...we walk at the lake...we walk, we talk, we keep figuring out that this is bigger than the steps we take together...

And mama even started running MORE...and has hit some BIG milestones of 5 and 6 miles (before she went on injured reserve list at the end of February). She runs by herself, she runs with the pup, she runs with the group...

Morning with G at the eye doctor...afternoon with LJ at gymnastics...

Midwinter break at the cabin...with our 1st fire (without the fire alarm), the finishing touches with a couch and some lights and LOTS of time outside!

A BRRRRRRRRR day boating...bluebird skies and fingers turning BLUE from freezing!

Walks to the park...climbing trees...checking out the marina!  When I look back at these moments, THIS is the childhood by design that I love for our children. 

When MOM signs us up for an awesome concert in Spokane...all smiles for Toby Mac, Cory Asbury, Mac Powell, Tasha Layton, Jon Reddick and Terrian.  We love a Christian concert that feels like a special night of worship and everyone leaves with a FULL CUP.

And this was about 5 minutes post concert....

If you know, you know....this is where I hear HIM speak and I listen.  Faithfully!

No time off from piano..even at the lake.  Love that Millie is learning to play and sharing it with all of us.

Quiet mornings and creative play...no time for "I'm bored" when you are at the cabin.

Testing out the new lounge...need some "stuff" on the walls, but these zombies didn't seem to care.

Fun new lights for the cabin...love the rustic vibe and cozy feel.

Getting ALL the steps in.

Even a run for mama!

Over the mountains and to the cabin...

to lunch at one of our favorite spots!!

Mid-winter break was not all cabin time, we also surprised the kids with a COUSIN trip to Great Wolf Lodge!  All smiles the way there, the time there and the way home!

Treats...sure, why not!

Cool dude hair...where did my baby go?

Valentine's Fun with the littlest...and my love!

Crazy that after ALL the years...preschool is wrapping up and we will have ALL big kids next year!

Lunch with a special friend and Leighton got to love on a little.  Of course, she asked for one herself.  Sorry sis, not today!

My buddy...she's my errand runner, my midweek banana grabber, my nap in the car, my smiles always gal.

These beauties love to put on a dress for church and I love that they love the Lord with all their hearts!

And that moment that mom is able to enjoy a latte on the couch with a little fire by herself <3

 Daddy and Millie headed to visit Kennewick Grammy so it was Mommy, G and LJ day on the westside.

First up, group run followed by a movie!!! This was the day I ran my 1st ever 5k!!!

G and LJ came with me to learn more about World Vision and the way to help through my running.

And a random little Friday night with my big boy...love the special time when it's just us and he still loves to talk and chat! 

LJ has a special trip with Rich to visit Kennewick Grammy and bring her some sunshine!

We ended the month with not ONE but TWO lost teeth!!! This girl is growing up!!!!


The extra days lead to extra miles as a family and extra time to focus on what is ahead for March.  Being thoughtful of our time, disciplined in what we do and shining light where we go.  Until next month....