Christy's Graduation

We traveled to Florida the first week of May for my youngest sister's graduation from Pensacola Christian College. We had an awesome time!




Christy and her classmates from Vermont


Christy & a grumpy, hot, tired, hungry Ian.


Christy & her proud parents




Hard to believe my little sister has graduated from college!


Picnic at Pensacola Beach after graduation. Ian got his first experience at the beach. So much fun!!







My parents booked a hotel in Orange Beach, AL for several nights. Christy just loved being on the beach, near the pool, and having the freedom to do whatever she wanted.


View from the balcony


Right on the water


First swim of the season


Lounging on the windy beach








Aunt Christy, Grandpa & Ian


Sandcastle


Dad, Mom & Christy



Isn't she cute?!




On our visit for Christy's graduation, we were able to spend time with Jeremy's family near Mobile. We always love hanging out there. And Ian got to see two of his cousins - Carter(4 yrs.) and Logan(10 mos.)



Look - it's Calvin & Hobbes


Sitting in the driver's seat of Grandpa's motorhome


Ian & Grandpa Rowland

Ian's first birthday was April 7, 2008. I think he had a really fun day. We started the day at the Dallas Zoo. I forgot to bring the stroller but Ian didn't seem to care - he walked the whole day! He had so much fun exploring that we stayed until closing time. He loved the penguins the most but also liked the monkeys and gorillas. You can see lots more photos of the zoo on Jeremy's Flickr website - http://www.flickr.com/photos/jprowland.

After our trip home and a nap, we had a little party in the backyard. There were lots of presents from family who couldn't be there and cupcakes and ice cream! It was a special day for us celebrating the incredible joy Ian has brought to us over the past year!







Ian loved the penguins!




Ian's first birthday - and his first taste of cake & ice cream.

We have enjoyed having the time to explore Dallas. We took trips to the Dallas Arboretum and the Dallas Museum of Art.

Starting Out 2008

I finally got some new stuff on here! Here are some photos to get you caught up with life here in our household. As of the end of January, Jeremy is no longer working at Corgan. He has started his own photography business -
J.P. Rowland Photography and Fine Art. Check out his website at http://www.jprowland.com. I am now working night shifts at Presbyterian Hospital of Allen. The location is ideal - only about 6 miles away. I'm especially thankful for the short commute when I'm driving home after a 12 hr. shift! Jeremy stays home with Ian during the days so I can sleep. We have learned some valuable lessons about God's provision. The new employment arrangement allows us so much more time together as a family.



Ian at the playground


Caleb & Ian at the park


Ian's first haircut


What a happy kid!




Daddy & Ian - I found them asleep on the couch when I came home.


Easter 2008


Easter 2008

Sorry it's been forever since I have written here on this blog. I have been posting photos and info on facebook recently. It's much more user friendly for me. If you'd like to see some photos, you can visit Jeremy's website and flickr webpage..

http://www.flickr.com/photos/jprowland
http://www.jprowland.com/