They grow up too fast..

It seems like it was just a month ago that Kennedy was letting me pick out her clothes at Gymboree and playing in her excersaucer and now look at her. She is growing up right before my eyes and I didn't even realize it. I was taking pictures yesterday and when I reviewed them.. BAM! There she was all 4'4" of her. Darren is in a heap of trouble in a few short years to come. Actually, he had his first experience with it a couple weeks ago when a couple of 7th grade boys were making suggestive comments when they saw Kennedy in the backyard. They were golfing and noticed her swinging. Michael stood up for his big sister and said something like "Don't talk to my Sister like that!". Darren hopped in his car and drove down to meet the young boys at the 6th green. He was puffed up like a grizzly bear protecting his little cub. Long story short.... the boys happen to go to Kennedy's school, but in middle school. Darren chatted with the boys and said that he would be watching out for them at school. I don't think that they will be doing that again soon (I at least hope not). It was a learning experience for Kennedy as we had the opportunity to talk with her about how she should and should not be treated by boys. She was so impressed with her Daddy and Brother that they stood up for her.

Isn't she beautiful?! WOW! God has blessed our family in so many ways.... health is a big one. Thank you God!!

BTW - I started this reward system for the kids where they can "earn" tickets for chores, practicing school work and good behavior. They can "redeem" these tickets for "perks" like staying up late, swimming, renting movies, having sleepovers, etc. It seems to be working just great, let's hope it continues.