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Owen’s First Communion

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Owen has been SO excited about making his first communion.  He was so cute today . . . he kept practicing how to hold his hands during Mass. I’m proud to say he didn’t miss a thing went he went in front of the church for his first Eucharist. So proud:)

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April 29, 2013 - 12:46 pm

Jodi - Great Pics of a VERY special day! Congratulations,Owen! You look so handsome!

April 30, 2013 - 8:27 am

Jani - Congratulations Owen! Beautiful family moment.

April 30, 2013 - 10:34 am

Anne - Beautiful! Congrats, Owen!

Week 17: Four Speelmans Weekly

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Pulling off “Speelman Four” pics weekly has been quite challenging in 2013.  This weekend our family has been going at least three different direction almost all day.  When Owen, Elle and I returned home from an afternoon birthday party I instructed them to stay outside while I yelled in the front door for Isaac and Truitt.  I promised them no more than 2 minutes for this weeks photo.  I am so grateful that for the most part they are pretty darn cooperative.  We pulled this one off in only three takes.  It may not be the best, but I’m SO glad I’ve stuck with this and someday I think they will be glad too:).

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April 20, 2013 - 11:03 pm

Jani - It is great that they have “embraced” this project with you. I think they will be glad about it in the future :)

Owen is EIGHT!!!

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Owen turned eight years old yesterday . . . I can hardly believe it!?  His birthday wish was to go to “paradise” as all my kids call it . . . a beautiful nature preserve close to our house.  He found a cool animal skull and even caught a frog!  He requested homemade cheesecake and a steak dinner (from his dad who is a FABULOUS chef).  It was DELICIOUS!   Happy birthday O!!  We love you so much!

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April 16, 2013 - 7:29 pm

Jani - Happy Birthday Owen! Love the photos, glad he got to go to “paradise” for his birthday.

Week 16: Four Speelmans Weekly

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April 14, 2013 - 1:51 am

Chelsey - I love these soooo much!!!! I fell off the wagon (again) but am thinking I will hop back on – just with shorter intentions – like a 6 month weekly :) and maybe I can start that! haha!

April 14, 2013 - 5:10 pm

Mel - Chelsey- This year has been much more difficult than last year, but I am glad I’ve stuck with it. Just remember- your project, your RULES! Do whatever you want, whenever you want :) I may switch to Four Speelmans Monthly next year :) .

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