This I know, that God is on my side. Ty had his 4 year old check-up on Friday. He is getting so big! Poor thing had to get 3 shots plus the flu mist. He was limping last night because his thighs were sore. We are seeing glimpses of more independence which is nice! September 18, 2012.

This blog is about life as new parents to our precious baby boys. Monday, January 7, 2013. Here are the pics from our visit to Santa this past Christmas. Our Adam was all smiles, happy to see Santa, which was a first! Santa is so cool! Not sure of what to ask for, Adam went with the example that his dad gave him a moment before.

This blog was created to track our journey through the adoption process to bring our son home from China. Wednesday, August 3, 2011. Kurt was able to get off from work to help rock him to sleep. It will be a long road.

Sunday, December 14, 2014. Even though I am not a girly girl, somehow Madison is. She likes to dance and pretend she is a ballerina so I surprised her by taking her to a local ballet. She loved and was even more excited to go on stage afterwards to meet the ballerinas and say hi to Santa. Monday, November 10, 2014. I am happy to say that Kaden is FINALLY walking! Kaden is an early talker. I love hearing all the words h.

Tuesday, January 13, 2009. For me, this month rejuvenates my outlook on life. The cold, brisk air and bright sunshine puts a spring in my step and a levity to my life. I enjoy spending time thinking about what I want to accomplish in the months to come, talking with Seth about our goals as a family, and imagining all of the opportunities and possibilities that a new year will bring. Last night, I decided to embark on this new endeavor. Seth, Emily and Sam. Saturday, August 30, 2008.

Thursday, April 23, 2009. Touching a dinosaur footprint in Canon City, CO. Daddy and Ruby wood working on the house together! A gal that knows how to handle a power tool. Even though we are just seeing the beginning stages it is hard for Mike and I to accept that she is becoming of this age.

Saturday, November 15, 2014. capturing her personality perfectly! Today Tula did nail care on Great Pawpaw, learning from the best nurse, her Nana. but for now He has instilled in her this beautiful heart for old people. Tula a year ago, looking at mail with Great Pawpaw. Sunday, November 2, 2014.

This copy of BoF is archived. The active blog can be found at Backside-of-Forty. Monday, September 3, 2012. Is undergoing a few minor renovations. When I began this blog, it was nameless, and void of personality. It was first thought that Jen and I would share it, both posting to it as a family scrapbook. Hence, the original blog address.