Our Beloved Bowman

It is with great sadness that we had to say goodbye to a dearest member of our family yesterday. Bowman, our dog of 9 years, passed away suddenly with what we believe was a heart attack. For those who knew Bowman, understand what an impact he had on our lives and he will always hold a special place in our hearts. Words can't express the love we had for Bowman. We will miss his smile, his unconditional love, his watchful look out of the window, how he greeted us every night, his nightly walks, the thunderstorms, fireworks, slobbery balls, chuck-it, fetch, playtime with the kids, his puppy stage (chewing furniture, drywall, window sills, etc.), his cousins, country club and all the lives he personally touched with family, friends, neighbors and other dogs. He truly was something special. Unfortunately, we didn't have time to prepare for this dreaded day and hope time heals the pain we all feel. Colin had a special bond with Bowman and he is having a hard time accepting what has happened. He picked out the brightest star in the sky for him and we find comfort knowing we will see Bowman again in heaven. During this holiday season, we are thankful we had the best dog in the whole entire world. WE LOVE YOU BOWMAN!!!

Happy Halloween 2011

First Halloween for our Lady Bug Corynne and our Au Pair Anita (Tootsie Roll). Colin was a Camo Ninja and Carson was Spiderman. The kids had a great time trick or treating and we have enough candy to last until Halloween 2012!

Larriland Farm

We spent a beautiful fall day at Larrialnd Farm to pick out pumpkins. We had a great picnic lunch, hay ride, hay maze, boo barn and pumpkin picking. Then we invited ourselves to Grandma's house for dinner since it was right around the corner! Corynne is always a little trooper on all of our outings.

Clmson Vs. MD

What a great weekend with friends in town for the Clemson/MD game and a big WIN for Clemson. The festivities started Friday night at Dustin and Layla's house and then we tailgated and spent the day in College Park. The boys had a great time and are ready to go watch the Tigers play again next weekend in Death Valley.

Sandra Visits

Sandra came for a surprise visit a few weeks ago and took advantage of Air Tran's seasonal flight from Bermuda to Baltimore. We had a busy weekend with friends in town for the Clemson/MD game and Sandra looked after Corynne for the weekend. Corynne had her first night out to Aunt Courtney's house and the girls helped with feedings and diaper changes.

Carson's 3rd Birthday!

We celebrated Carson's 3rd birthday at Pump It Up with all his friends. I can't believe he is already 3. People mistake him for being 4 or 5 because he is so big. He is 40 lbs and is in the 95th percentile for height and weight. We keep telling Colin to watch out because he's almost as big as him. The band aid on his forehead is just for looks... he thinks they are cool and the smallest little scratch gets a band aid.

Daddy's Little Girl!

Clark's Elioak Farm

Carson had a birthday party for his friend Andrew at Clark's Elioak Farm and it was a very chilly rainy day. Here is Corynne all snuggled in her hat and Colin and Carson picking out some pumpkins.