Chris took a vacation day on Friday, so he was home at Damon’s nap time. While Damon was supposed to be asleep, Chris and I heard a loud thud. Chris waved it off as a car door slamming. But I
Big boy bed time



Chris took a vacation day on Friday, so he was home at Damon’s nap time. While Damon was supposed to be asleep, Chris and I heard a loud thud. Chris waved it off as a car door slamming. But I

Just before summer started, Mommaw and Poppaw Clark suggested taking a little trip together. Some of Chris’ friends talked up Wisconsin Dells, so we decided to check it out. It turned out to be a great family vacation spot! On

Here it is! Avery’s third grade picture.

It’s Aug. 2, and Avery started third grade today. To say that summer flew by would be an understatement! She had a blast this summer, but I also know she’ll love going back to school. We started the day with

Ann, Jon, and Teresa Undated photo Circa 1980 Editorial note: This will be the last Throwback Thursday post for a while. I’m experiencing a bit of burnout with these posts, and I’m running out of content! I’ll be taking a

Since we just celebrated his third birthday, Damon was due for his three-year doctor’s appointment. Here are his current stats: Weight – 32 pounds, an increase of about 5.5 pounds since last year (25th percentile) Height – 36 inches, an increase of 2

Avery and Joel July 2011

Grandpa Rork and Teresa December 1977

Damon is 3 years old! How did that happen? When we started talking about his birthday party a few weeks ago, he definitely wanted a Blaze party. And a no-frills one too. “Pizza, cake, and presents.” That’s all he asked

Since one of Damon’s favorite characters is Blaze and the Monster Machines, it was pretty easy for him to choose his birthday party theme. Here he is describing his plans for his upcoming party. I still can’t believe he’s going