Chicago Trip

We were able to stop at Shedd Aquarium on the way back home from a family reunion. The girls were a little tired from the busy weekend, but enjoyed seeing all of the animals. Randy and I are blessed that we could provide them with these experiences.

Summer Fun

Lillian playing dress-up.



Lillian's COOL new Sesame Street shoes.


Bike rides.

Corn on the cob...YUM.


This summer has been full of fun at the Clark home. We have spent a lot of time outside, reading books, dancing, learning how to potty in the potty chair (Lilly), gone on a few trips, and just enjoyed times sitting and cuddling with each other. Here are a few pictures from our adventures so far. Enjoy.

A Grateful Mother

Tomorrow is mother's day -- a day where moms are celebrated and recognized for all that they have done. I want to thank my mother for all that she has done for me. She has loved unconditionally, taught me a wealth of knowledge, graced me with patience, showered me with hope, and encouraged me to reach for all of my dreams. I'm the mother I am today because of you...Thanks Mom!

I also am taking time today to reflect on being a mom. I follow Mary Beth Chapman's blog...Her entries over the past year and a half have brought tears to my eyes and encouraged me so. I've never met her, but yet feel a deep connection to her. My heart aches for her today as she celebrates Mother's Day knowing that one of her children isn't present with her. I pray she finds peace in knowing her daughter is with the most exceptional parent there could ever be...If you have a chance to follow some of her blog, I would encourage you to do so -- Her journey has been one of strength, fear, and an amazing hope. (http://chapmanchannel.typepad.com/marybeth/page/15/ Then click on May 21, 2009).

I love you, Lillian and Zoe -- thanks for all of the joy you bring to my life. I love being your mom!

Easter 2010

What a blessing it has been to talk with our girls about Jesus and the life that He can give them. Lillian is understanding more and more even in her simplistic two year old way. Zoe just smiles when I say His name. This past weekend we went to an Easter carnival at my parents' church. There was lots of food and games, an egg hunt, and a short message of what knowing the One, True Savior means. My eyes filled with tears as I held Lillian and watched her excitement as she watched all of the singing and dancing. I pray that both of my girls will grow up knowing and loving the Lord with their whole hearts. My ultimate favorite part was when Lillian was doing the egg hunt and she found a sticker with Jesus' face and a colorful cross. She looked up at Randy and me and said, "Look Mommy, Daddy, I found Jesus!" We do pray that you find Jesus and keep Him in your heart forever!

Life With Two Under Two

Our days are filled with lots of joy, busyness, some time-outs, reading and playing, hugs and smiles. Randy and I are on this adventure to parent two girls under the age of two. Lillian is struggling to find her independence and what exactly it means to be a big sister and Zoe wants to be nothing more than exactly like her big sister (which intern frustrates Lillian sometimes). All in all, the girls get a long pretty well. Randy and I love to just sit back and watch their little minds at work. The best part of any day lately is watching the girls kiss each other goodnight after a day full of fun. It reminds me of how great our God is and how much He loves us.