The Mohnster Madness: One year later

Summer 2010

Wow, time flies. In April we brought the kids home from school for homeschooling. Life is too busy, and we thought we'd give it a try. It was a great 3 months. We travelled, went to a musical, explored the science center, and found more time for each other and our hobbies. The school was the easy part. Overall, it was successful and I wouldn't ever change the time we shared.

This coming year, they will head back to school, as I plan to work more so we can save to send the kids to Kingsway College. As a wife and mother, it's exhausting, but somehow the tired wrinkles come and go, and I find new waves of energy to plan new events.

Here are a few pictures of the year that I haven't shared, and who knows, maybe this year I'll be able to stay on top like my sister Stacey, she's amazing.

Here's some photos of us. Cherished moments.

Rusty, only four months here, has been a lot of fun to have. He has eaten many shoes, train blocks, Dora dolls, lego, and a few Barbies, but we're still patient as that's our fault. Overall, a good boy, and the kids have all been sharing their duties well.

First day of school 2010

Kianna - grade 5

Cassia - grade 3

Caleb - grade 2

Kalyssa - SK

Cadence - snuggling with MOM

Kalyssa turned five in the Fall and here she stands with Cadence after making masks. Fun party!

Winter months were treasured as my parents bought property on Lake Scugog. It's perfect and just so close. Adam made an outdoor rink and we often had friends join us when Damon brought his ice-fishing gear. And yes, Rusty has grown and loved the snow!

Caleb joined our school hockey and when they played at the Oshawa Generals for a half time show, he scored the only goal on Deke. Just a few CHEERS from our section.

Last summer we had family photos taken, and this was the shot that made a half page ad in a Christian Magazine. Many others were taken as well and they're throughout our home.

For our March break we visited Niagara. What a great trip. We hit the Niagara Escarpment, Butterfly Conservatory and found a Totem Pole park.

Then we ventured to TN...

Easter was our Highlight as we travelled the hills to TN to visit Ben, Aunt Stacey and Uncle T. We laughed, fished, played in a creek and watched a re-enactment of "The Last Supper." We can't wait to go again. Miss you BEN!

April started our school at home, and we looked forward to planting a garden. So to get some knowledge we visited my Aunt Anu in Newcastle for a potatoe/bean lesson. Great ideas, and the kids look forward to going back to see how it has grown.

This is the third year we've been taking lessons from Mrs. Bussey for piano. The girls have progressed well and have just started to play duets. This is from their recital.

Shaun & Holly July 25th

We enjoyed showering them with gifts and seeing cousin Melanie. The evening was beautiful with gowns around the room. The girls sang a song with Shaun, I'll try to post it next time.