Pictures of Scarlett

Lisa took some pictures of Scarlett modeling the hats and flowers she made to sell at a Christmas Boutique. Here are a few of them.

Snow Storm

We had a record snowfall here Saturday and Sunday. The kids went sledding in the front yard along with some of our neighbors. Jude even got out his snowboard and took them down the hill. They had a blast! Ivy even started crying saying that she doesn't want to move to California if it doesn't snow there. Sorry sister- there's always Tahoe for the weekend.

Ivy, Brandon, and Lane

Jude and Lane Getting ready to snowboard

Jude and Ivy snowboarding

Ivy and Macy

Poor Lane couldn't see a thing all day

The missionaries came to help shovel on Sunday morning because they know Jude hurt his back. Even with their help, it still took all morning to clear the driveway.

This was fun and all for a day, but I still can't wait to live in California where if we want snow we drive an hour or two and then leave it on the mountain.

Pictures at Stotesbury

The Crutchfields Survive the Swine Flu!

Yes it's true...we had it. The doctor called with the results on Friday--H1N1 positive. It was pretty scary, I'm not going to lie, especially when Scarlett got it--it's always scary when little babies get sick. We had some pretty high fevers and a lot of coughing, but it was just the flu. And probably not as bad as the puking flu. So there you go. We survived it and so can you!

Blessing Scarlett

Jude's Aunt Linda and Uncle Jim--visiting from Arizona

It was so nice to have some family here for Scarlett's blessing. We just love these guys and are so happy that they came and were able to share this day with us.

Ivy's First Day of School

I can't believe Ivy is in first grade already! I must be old. It has been so nice to have her home for the summer, so I'm sad to have her gone all day again. She is such a big help with Scarlett and she is so creative and fun that she can even keep Lane entertained. We miss her.

All ready for First Grade

I had to put a couple pictures of Ivy's school. We're used to it now, but what a place to start kindergarten! It is huge and overwhelming. It looks more like a castle than an elementary school to me. But that's Philly style, I guess.

More Pics of Scarlett

Check out this sneak peek of Scarlett's big photo shoot on our photographer's blog. The link is to the right of this post.

She Has Arrived!

Scarlett Emma was born on July 21st. She was 7 lbs 9 oz and 21 inches long. Here are a couple of photos. I'll do more later when I'm feeling better.

Lane saying "She's just so cuuute!"

Ivy's First Piano Recital- June 19th

Ivy started taking piano in January or February from our across the street neighbor, Lisa. She loves it! Lisa says that she is extremely musically talented. Not just piano, but vocally, too. She says that she has picked it up faster than any of her other students. She will ask Ivy to sing the melody of the song and when she does she is exactly on pitch.

She did so well at her recital! She played wonderfully and didn't mess up once. She played Ode to Joy by Beethoven. In her book she learned it with half notes (very slowly) on one hand. At home she would practice it at normal speed and figured out how to play it with her other hand, too. So for the recital she played it with both hands together. She also played a duet with Lisa which was also perfect. You're amazing, Ivy!

In action

Duet with Lisa

They each got a gold medal with a grand piano on it. This was the best part of the whole night for Ivy.

Ivy was so happy and so pleased with herself. When we got home she wore her medal all night and all the next day and she kept saying, "I'm just so proud of myself." It was great.

Surprise Baby Shower

Carrie knew that I wouldn't have it unless I didn't know about it. It was actually really nice. It was more like a little dinner party with a couple of close friends than a shower, which was perfect. Honestly, I hate baby showers. I'm just going to say it. What is wrong with me? All the cutesy little whatevers and dumb games and all of that. And, there is nothing worse than hearing people's horror birth stories. The whole thing is just not for me. But this was perfect. So, thanks Carrie. I got some of the nicest gifts, too. Almost every single person gave me something handmade. I seriously couldn't believe it. It was so nice! So cute. Thanks guys!

Allison Taylor (holding Carrie's Devin) Carrie Chiapelli, me, Jen Andelin, Crystal Wilde, Natalie Hamilton (8 months pregnant) Prairie Daugherty, Lisa Marshall, Mindy Johnston

Field Trip to Morris Arboretum-May

I got to go with Ivy and her Kindergarten class to the Morris Arboretum. The kids each have a "buddy" from 2nd grade that they are assigned to. We rode the bus with Molly, Ivy's buddy. The Arboretum was beautiful and we learned so much about plants and trees!

On the bus with Molly