First Day of School and 6 weeks old

Here is Parker on his first day of Kindergarten.

Tia was a little unsure of her first day of preschool but she loved it and ran out with a big smile and hug.

Iris did not want me to take her picture and Tia was ready to stay again.

Gabe spent his 6 week birthday in the hospital because of a fever due to a cold. He weighed 11lbs 13 oz. when he was admitted. He is doing fine and it will probably be the first of many colds now that his siblings are back in school and the weather is turning cooler.

4 B's, Baptism, Ballerinas, Birthday Boy

A beautiful baptism. We all enjoyed our visit with Gabe's godparents (Uncle Matt and Aunt Nichole) and the kids really enjoyed playing with their cousin Aaron and Grandma and Grandpa.

Our Ballerinas. Tia starts her first year of ballet and tap and Iris is excited to have her sister in her class with her.

Our birthday boy is 5!! We can't believe he is 5 --seems like just yesterday when we got him. Parker had a special day with his best friend Katelyn, we went bowling, to the park and then to dinner with her family at the Mexican restaurant.

Making Forts...and Growing Bigger

13 days old

15 days old--
Gabe weighed 8lbs 6.9oz. at his 2 week appointment. The doctor thought he looked great!

16 days old
Mike and I went out for dinner last night to celebrate our new addition and Mike's promotion. Mike won the bet with the babysitter, that I would hold Gabe the whole dinner (in my defense ---he was awake). We still really enjoyed ourselves and are enjoying the newest addition!

Building Forts ..our favorite thing to do! Normally Mommy doesn't let them play with these couches so they were extra happy!

Tia's 3rd Birthday

Happy Birthday to Our 3 Year Old Princess!! Tia loved going out to eat for her birthday and had a very special day!

Gabe enjoyed his 2nd bath at home, he enjoys the warm water.

Gabe sleeping while we were at the park.

I caught a big one!

Daddy took Parker, Iris and Tia fishing today. All three caught fish, Tia caught the biggest one. They had such a good time they're already asking to go again.

Welcome home Gabe

Gabriel Jack Hessling was born July 16th at 12:03 AM at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. Gabe weighed 7lbs, 7 oz. and was 20 1/2 inches long.

Mom & Gabe are doing great, as are the kids. Parker especially adores Gabe, and wants to hold him all the time. We're so thrilled to add another miracle to our family.

It's our Birthday!

Iris and Tia are spending a rainy day inside, but enjoying making cakes with playdough. Doesn't Iris look cute in her new glasses?

A pre-Birthday party picture, full of silliness and sass!

Music with Mindy = Tons of Birthday party fun! They had a great time, singing, eating, cake and of course, the pinata!

Spending a beautiful summer day at the Morton Arboretum, Children's Garden.....the hideout under this evergreen bush is the best ever! A great day!