The Kite Runner

This month I was the hostess for our neighborhood book club. I had never read this book and didn't know much about it but chose it anyway. It was a hard book to read, but so good. It was interesting to read about the modern history of Afganistan, specically the Russion invasion and the rule of the Taliban. The book was well written and story was almost haunting. It's a chilling story that will stay with me, but a book I don't think I could read again.

It was a great book to discuss in a book group. And after venting about all the saddness of the story I realized how it was great story about father/son relationships. Hassan, who was abused and discriminated against survived because of the love and relationship he had with his father and then later as a father. So much to talk about with this book, so many details. I hope you read it...

Shoes, Shoes, Shoes

I am now a shoe saleman! I know, very glamerous, but I actually really like it. I love the business side to it and I can wear cute, new shoes all the time. Here is a preview of what we have, but check out my website to see the rest of the fabulous shoes we have!

www.studio32shoes.com

Big Kids!

These kids just keep growing and growing! Both Abe and Bella are so sweet. Abe loves to play baseball and ride his new "big boy" bike outside. Bella is the happiest little girl we know. She's a little explorer and loves to climb on everything.

It's a Boy!!!

On Friday, Darren and I found out that we are having a baby boy! I am due August 7th. We haven't picked out a name yet, but we're working on it.

I was kinda getting the "girl" vibe, so I was suprised to hear that it was a boy. But I think it's great, and of course, so does Darren. Bella and I will just have to stick together. We are all very excited to have a new addition to the family!

Blocks!

Both Abe and Bella love playing with blocks. We do a lot of this at our house.

The New Nydegger Addition

"Ellie" is the newest addition to the Nydegger household. She is the furry bundle of joy on the right.
Abe and Bella loved playing with her! She is so much fun.

Happy Birthday Rachel!

Can you beleive the baby of my family is fifteen years old!