Description http://www.aarontitus.net/pics en-us Flooded Creek: The local creek swelled from 4 feet across, to 50 feet across during the hurricane. I took this picture as the eye of the storm was passing over Manhattan, about a 30-minute drive from our house.]]> White Water: The local creek flooded during Hurricane Irene. For about 10 hours it overwhelmed its banks and shut down our street. The current was strong enough to sweep anyone away.]]> What has the Hurricane Brought?: Ah, the things to look at during a hurricane!]]> Having Fun in a Hurricane: So there's a hurricane outside, what else would you do than dress your kids in their swimsuits and send them out to play?]]> Hurricane? Time to Play!: Apparently the best time to dress in swimsuits and play in a hurricane is just as the eye of the storm passes by.]]> A Little Bit of Hurricane Chaos: They shut down our road due to the flooded stream, and we saw dozens of emergency vehicles on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. I saw a few downed trees, hundreds of downed branches, and a snapped telephone pole.]]> Hurricane Buddies: Splish splash, I was taking a bath...]]> Inspecting the Creek: This is a picture of the flooded stream. You can see me with Emma on my shoulders. Although it looks like we are standing in the torrent, I assure you we are not.]]> Our Flooded Basememt: Hurricane Irene was kind enough to give us a complementary 15-inch indoor swimming pool in our basement. The landlord said he liked the pool, but would have preferred we asked permission before installing it.
I told him that if I thought asking his permission would have prevented the flood, I would have asked.]]> Swimming Race: As the older brother, Christopher directs all of the races, and seems to win most of them.]]> Surveying the Damage: With the road flooded and the street shut down, there was very little traffic on our street during the hurricane... well, there wasn't much traffic anywhere, really.]]> Washing Off Feet: I remember playing with the water at my grandpa's house when I was a kid. Now my kids couldn't get enough of the sump pump.]]> Playing with a Stick: Christopher found a fallen branch and carried around like an "umbrella" for a while. We all had so much fun.]]> Returning from the Stream: I took each of the kids, one by one, to the creek to see the white water. Christopher was the first. Here, we are returning from our expedition.]]> Happy 6th Birthday, Christopher: Make a wish!]]> No Training Wheels: Christopher learned how to ride his bike after having practiced with limited training wheels for some time. He simply got on the big bike with no training wheels and started riding. We were so proud of him, but it was actually pretty anti-climactic.]]> Look Where You're Going!: So happy he can't keep his eyes open.]]> Dressing Up: Christopher and Emma are almost inseparable most of the time, especially during the summer. They will often dress up together.]]> Christopher's Kindergarten Graduation: Happy Graduation, Christopher!]]> Pomp and Circumstance: Christopher's graduation ceremony was extremely entertaining, not to mention cute. Here he is making his grand entrance]]> Handsome Kid, Potato Dog: We read a great illustrated book called, "Dog Food" which makes dogs out of bananas, potatoes, lettuce, and other veggies. The kids love the book so much that we had to make our own.]]> Santa Found Our Socks: ]]> Swingin' Kid: Looks like fun.]]> Christopher Fangs: Halloween is always a fun at the Titus.]]> Handsome Kid: Sometimes I think about pictures that his future wife might want to put into a "This is Your Life" montage for a wedding. It's pictures like this that I think will make the cut.]]> A Handsome Kid, Even Grumpy: Perhaps this one might not make the "This is Your Life" montage for his wedding.]]> Hellooooooooo!: I'm right here, Christopher. No need to yell...]]> Loud Rockets: Launching model rockets at the Haws' house.]]> Blastoff!: At a model rocket launch.]]> Weird Kid: I officially have a weird Kindergartner. First day of school]]> 2009 Christopher: Christopher's Christmas Card.]]> Leaf Fight: ]]> Eaten Alive: ]]> Escape from the Leaf Pile: ]]> Handsome Guy: ]]> A Lady's Man: ]]> 1L: Double the pleasure, double the fun...]]> Blllauhhh...: Yes, it's a word.]]> Me and Grandpa: Playing with Grandpa at the National Harbor.]]> You Wouldn't Believe What Mommy Said: At the DC Zoo.]]> My Other Car is a Schooner: "Arrh, maety! She's listing starboard... this should right 'er!"]]> No Trees Were Harmed...: "If only I could find a way to release this tree from the magical glowing cords which hold it bound..."
Christmas lights at the Washington, DC Temple Festival of Lights.]]> Leaf Bouquet: Christopher created this bouquet of leaves especially for Mommy. We put it in a vase for a week.]]> Clean Up: Christopher did a very good job of cleaning up the laundry detergent.]]> Mess: What do you do when they're in BIG trouble, but you can't stop laughing? The hardest part was that this was laundry detergent, which means that you can't exactly put water on it.]]> Goofball: What a goofball. I can't believe he's old enough to be a goofball...]]> Silly Grin: OK, this kid looks like three years older in this picture for some reason. Maybe it's the fact that he's being a goof... I dunno.]]> Lemon Face: Yes, Mom, the lemon was great.]]> My Buddy: Kevin, wisely, is a little dubious of some of Christopher's stories.]]> Zoning Out: Three weeks, and no sign of intelligent life anywhere...]]> Upside Down Christopher: This year, Santa delivered a brand new Platinum Edition Jungle Gym 3000... AKA, "Dad.]]> Lost in the Lights: There must be some way out of here...]]> What a Flirt: What a Flirt. It's like he doesn't even have to try. He must get it from his Dad.]]> Handoff: No, you can't... they're my acorns.]]> Picking up Acorns: Rock Creek Canyon holds so many cool discoveries.]]> Prince and Princess: Halloween, 2007. He's a Chinese Prince. No, he doesn't have pink wings. Emma, a princess, is standing behind him.]]> Terrible Parents: Yes. We're terrible, terrible parents- we admit it. But look at those poor puppy dog eyes. I think they each have a gallon of tears.]]> Blowing Out the Candle: We're still working on reducing collateral spray.]]> Opening Presents: I don't have to share this with Emma, Do I?]]> Splashing Christopher: Waterlogging Your Child: 101- A graduate level course taught by Aaron Titus.]]> Merry Christopher: Christmas is the best.]]> Helping Aunt Paula: Oh, sure, I'd be happy to help you open your Christmas Present. Thanks for asking.]]> Looking at Lights: Dad, do you realize that Mom's taking a picture? You have a really goofy smile right now. Just look at the lights with me, and you'll avoid some embarrassment.]]> Christopher's First Lights: My Favorite little Christopher, looking around in awe, at my favorite place.]]> Ooooooh!: For 20 minutes straight, Christopher just kept saying "oooooh! oooooo! ooooooh!" at the Festival of Lights at the DC Temple.]]> Mommy's Boy: Mommy's Boy]]> Look, a Dog!: Smile... 1... 2... Look! A dog!]]> My Boy: That's my boy.]]> Off Exploring: No, I'd really rather not sit down for a family picture. But I did see a rock over here that I can eat...]]> Mr. Hot Shot: It's not hard to think you're cool, when you actually are.]]> …stop it…: Ok, enough's enough, Dad. I'm embarrassed as it is.]]> I Can't Put My Arms Down!: Have you ever watched "A Christmas Story?]]> Figure this Out: Which way does this thing go in, anyway?]]> Gimme Food!: I'm hungry- NOW. Nov. 26, 2005]]> Favorite Toy: Chillin' in my favorite toy from Grandma. Nov. 25, 2005]]> Eat the Fish: Playing with my fish. He is learning that he can reach out and touch things, now. Nov. 25, 2005]]> Fun Time: Fun time with Mom. Nov. 23, 2005]]> Beautiful Eyes: As a Christopher expert, I can say with authority that those are the second most striking eyes I've ever seen. (Second only to Jen's.) Nov. 23, 2005]]> Smilin': When you're smilin', the whole world smiles with you... Nov. 23, 2005]]> Titus Chin: The cutest cheeks and chin on the East coast. Nov. 23, 2005]]> On Daddy's Shoulders: I took Emma to go look at the raging torrent that had become of our local creek.]]> Showing Off Our Garden: Jen and the kids planted a pretty extensive garden in the back yard, which is just beginning to bear fruit. The kids are proud.]]> Splashing in the July Heat: The kids love the pool. Hours of smiles and fun.]]> Silly Cutie: Emma just being silly at dinner one night.]]> Funny Outfit: Dressing up is one of their favorite past times.]]> My Little Girl: I have no idea what I could have possibly done to be so adored. I love you too, Emma.]]> Alarmingly Cute: I know this is "just" an Easter picture, but I look at my little girl and know that someday she's going to meet some boy. As a good friend of mine once said, "I want them to be smart and ugly. I ended up with a double-dose of beautiful and smart... and now I'm just really freaking out for when they turn 16 and start dating." Amen, Vance Taylor.]]> We Should do this More Often: Christopher and Emma decided to tape their mouths shut. It's well worth the wasted tape. :-)]]> A Smile Brighter than the Sun: I can't think of anything that would brighten the sky more than this cute girl's smile.]]> Smiling at Lego Land: • Lego Land: Check.
• Sunny day: Check.
• Gentle Breeze: Check.
• Freckles: Check.
• Happy Kid: Check.
• Adorable Grin: Check.
• Happiest Dad Ever: Check.]]> Cute Emma with Potato Dog: We read a great illustrated book called, "Dog Food" which makes dogs out of bananas, potatoes, lettuce, and other veggies. The kids love the book so much that we had to make our own.]]> Way too Cute for Her Own Good: It's pictures like this that make dads very, very, very worried about when she turns 16.]]> Emma on a Swing: Our friends (The Merrills) threw a farewell party for us when we thought we would move to California. This is Emma on the swing in the back.]]> Happy Birthday, Emma: Outdoor birthdays are always the best.]]> Didn't Want to Press The Button: Emma liked the rockets, but didn't want to push the button]]> Hanging on for Dear Life: Up, Down, Up, Down... this is fun!]]> Hang on, Grandma. We're Taking Off!: We can't wait all day, Grandma. Let's get this flying gas can up.]]> Too Grown Up: Those are some cute freckles.]]> A Very Cute Little Girl: ]]> Cutie with a Flower: To paraphrase one of my friends, "I have to be careful on your website. I can develop diabetes from looking at pictures of your kids, they're so sweet."]]> Playing with Christopher: In the back yard.]]> 2009 Emma: Emma's Christmas Card.]]> Spin: During one of my few breaks from studying for the bar exam.]]> Leafy Grin: ]]> Leaf Shower: ]]> Growing Up Too Fast: ]]> Fall Cutie: ]]> 2L: One born during each year in law school.]]> Emma After Graduation: Ms. 2L]]> Still Little: OK, maybe she isn't so grown up, yet. Whew.]]> The Wild East: This unwieldy duck was no match for the master wrangler.]]> Babushka: That scarf lasted about 30 seconds. Please note the backward mittens. She insisted that the thumbs point outward, since they were of no use to her.]]> Fall Girl: Fall, in our back yard.]]> Monkey Girl: Monkey Girl, just before bed time.]]> Daddy's Girl: Daddy's Girl. She looks just like me, when I was this age.]]> Grump: Future Bouncer. I know who I want on my team.]]> My Tonsils: I have Tonsils!!]]> On Mom's Bed: I wish there was a way to spell, "Aacchhhkkkckkckckggckhc!!!!" If anyone knows how, let me know.]]> Pretty Emma: ]]> Akward Hug: Perhaps we should draw a little clearer line between "affection" and Jujitsu.]]> Up Pops an Elf: New on the Nintendo Wii: Mario Bros., Christmas Elf World]]> Christmas Elf: The cutest little Christmas Elf. Christmas, 2007.]]> Frosty Baby: My Frosty Baby]]> Peekaboo: Peek-a-boo...]]> Discovering Snow: Now, I overheard someone saying you can throw this stuff...]]> Princess: Someday my prince will come... Halloween, 2007.]]> Ooh: Mini-Aaron: Photographic proof that Emma is Aaron's daughter.]]> At the Palmyra Temple: I love my aunt Karissa.]]> Having Fun: And when she opens her eyes, she'll see her big brother, holding a cup of water...]]> Carousel Ride: Emma's first experience on a carousel]]> Chubby Emma: The best part about Christmas is Dinner.]]> Christmas Emma: Well, Mom, I think this new outfit finally reflects how grown up I really am.]]> Snuggly Emma: There's nothing better than snuggling with Mom on a cold winter night.]]> I'm Just So Cute: Oh, no, I just can't come tonight. I've got so much to do.]]> Cute Little Pea Pod: Cutest little Magic Beans ever.]]> Cute Frowny: Proof, yet again, that she's mine. Jen can't frown like that.]]> Making Pink Look Good: Most people "Look good in pink." But this little girl "Makes pink look good.]]> Wrapped Around Her Finger: Despite what this picture looks like, it is actually me who is wrapped around her little finger.]]> I Love My Emma: Dad, can we go home now?]]> Button Nose: Button nose and Chubby cheeks. She has gained more than 3 pounds already.]]> Whipping the Ground: Kevin found a fallen branch and decided that it would make an excellent whip.]]> Having a Ball in the Hurricane: We couldn't keep the kids in, so within minutes of the eye passing us, the kids got in swimsuits and started splashing outside.]]> It's Raining!: Kevin can't wait to get out into the rain in his swimsuit.]]> Waiting for Daddy to Come back: I took each child out to see the flooded creek, one at a time. Here, Kevin and Trevor can't wait for Daddy to come back and take their turns.]]> Hugging Mini Mouse: Kevin hugging Mini Mouse at a special character breakfast at Disneyland]]> Kevin and Chip: Kevin hugging Chip]]> On a Boat Ride: We all got to see a whole bunch of Lego houses and landmarks on this boat ride.]]> A Silly Kevin: Kevin is learning quickly to become a silly boy.]]> Kevin Haircut: Kevin loved his haircut. Trevor hated it.]]> Kevin Loving Savannah: Kevin loves holding his newborn baby Sister. Here, he leans over to give the baby a hug.]]> New Book: Sandra Boynton and Dinosaurs are a great combination.]]> New Boots: New waterproof boots. He will certainly put those through their paces.]]> Kevin after Haloween: What exactly are these things for?]]> Kevin Cheesy Grin: It's always nice to know that I'm raising the next generation of goof-offs.]]> Just Plain Happy: A picture like this just simply says "Happy. Really, really Happy."]]> Burried Alive: Here at the Titus household, burying a sibling alive is a sign of affection. (By the way, the kids did this all on their own, and although it looks like Kevin is half-buried, he's actually just sitting in "W" style.]]> Rocket Recovery: Mission accomplished.]]> It Went That High!: Launching Model Rockets.]]> Silly Kevin: Silliness is in their DNA.]]> Kevin on the Teeter-Totter: It is always more fun on the teeter-totter when you have an older sibling who can fling you into the stratosphere.]]> On to the Battle: Christmas Day, 2009. Kevin dons his battle gear. On to slay the dragon!]]> 2009 Kevin: Kevin's Christmas Card.]]> Mr. Red Tie: ]]> Chocolate Pudding: ]]> Mr. 3L: ]]> Happy with Great Grandma: Kevin and Great Grandma Mallory]]> Riding a Turtle: But this turtle seems to be extra slow. At least he's enjoying the ride.]]> Me and Great Grandpa: I love my Great Grandpa. At the Washington DC Zoo.]]> Mr. 3L Titus: He's been in law school his whole life...]]> Cute and Cheesy: Kevin grins are sure to make your day a little brighter.]]> Why Did We Stop?: "So, I decided to take Grandma for a walk, but she got tired."]]> Domesticated Duck: So what exactly do you say to get a duck to start trotting? "Geddy-kwuck?"]]> I Love Kevin: I love my Kevin.]]> Cute and Cold: I can't put my arms down!]]> Happy with Dad: ...and while his father was distracted, little Kevin hatched a plot to take over the world.]]> Little Man: It's no wonder that he's a lady's man.]]> Our Little Shrub: Yes, we found him growing here.]]> Almost Sitting: Yeah, we couldn't believe it, either...]]> My Boys: My boys. Kevin really does have a neck... promise.]]> Giggle: I bet you just smiled.]]> Pure Joy: I don't think a sump pump has ever created more joy.]]> Taking a Dip: The power came back on for a brief period. During that time, the sump pump worked non-stop to drain the basement. The water went out front, and Trevor decided to dip his head in the flow. About 15 seconds after this picture I glanced over to see his cheeks full of basement water. He swallowed before I could tell him to spit it out.]]> Playing with the Sump Pump: Water is just fun.]]> Splashing in the Front Yard: The world is your swimming pool during a hurricane.]]> In a Hurricane with My Dad: I took Trevor to go look at the raging torrent that had become of our local creek.]]> Back from the Creek: I took Trevor to go look at the raging torrent that had become of our local creek. We had fun.]]> Opening the Door for Dad: Trevor was kind enough to open the door as I returned with Christopher from the flooded creek. He's all ready in his swimsuit.]]> You Can't Get Me, Daddy: I was running after Trevor, and he was riding away as fast as he could.]]> Smiles on a Bike: You can't NOT smile when you see the pure joy on his face.]]> Having Fun on a Bike: How does this kid know how to be so utterly photogenic?]]> Happy Birthday, Trevor: Ok, so it's the day before his birthday. But this handsome little guy still caught his Mom's eye.]]> Rawwwrr!: Sorry, kid, you utterly failed at being intimidating. But you did a bang-up job of being the cutest monster EVER.]]> Trevor is Growing Up: He already looks big, but I think he's going to look huge once the new baby comes.]]> Thoughtful Trevor: Thinking deep thoughts]]> Cute Trevor in the Car: Trevor went to help Mom pick up Christopher on the first Day of School.]]> Trevor and His Swing: Jen installed three swings in the back yard. One is the perfect size for Trevor.]]> I got the Honey! Mission Accomplished!: This was one of Trevor's favorite pastimes- see how quickly he could steal the honey (or other contents from the pantry) before Mommy caught him.]]> Little Crazy Man: I'm so glad Jen loves to dress our kids up.]]> I've Fallen and I Can't Get Up: No, really, I do want to get up.]]> Smiley Trevor: ]]> 2009 Trevor: Trevor's Christmas Card.]]> Learning to Crawl: He's cute, alright. But his head isn't quite as big as this picture makes it seem]]> Vroom, Vroom!: You know you want to pick me up... on your motorcycle.]]> Trevor Titus: 4L: One born during each year of law school.]]> Way to Scare the Kid, Grandpa: Really, he's a nice guy. I promise.]]> Mr. 4L Titus: Trevor was born during my fourth year of law school.]]> I Think He's Laughing At Me: Chilling out on the blanket.]]> Emma and Yul Brynner: I swear he looks like Yul Brynner in this picture. Am I the only one?]]> I Swear, I Didn't See Nothin': ...but by the startled look on his face, I knew that the interrogation was going well...]]> She Likes You, Too: Miss Linda with Trevor]]> Sticking Her Tongue Out: Savannah smiles with her tongue out all the time. While everyone else was splashing in the water during the hurricane, she kept busy with her rubber ducky.]]> Cutie with a Ducky: Savannah holds down the fort with her rubber ducky during Hurricane Irene.]]> Cutie Savannah: Yes, she really is this beautiful all of the time.]]> Discovering Food: Savannah, like Emma, loves red beans, and almost anything else she can get her little hands on.]]> Happy, Warm Savannah: Even though it was hot and sunny, Savannah stayed characteristically happy and smiley.]]> My Little Sister: Christopher is a very proud Big Brother]]> Cutie Savannah: She's already sticking her tongue out at me.]]> Gazing Up: I can't believe how perfect our children have been.]]> Emma and Savannah: Emma loves her little sister so much.]]> Savannah Blessing Dress: ]]> Jen at 38 Weeks: She's cute... and ready to be un-pregnant.]]> Feeling the Baby Kick: One of Emma's most favorite things to do is to feel the new baby kick.]]> Jen at 6 Months (Sucking in): Jen at 25 weeks/ 6 months (holding in her tummy)]]> Jen at 6 Months: Jen at 25 weeks/ 6 months]]> Aaron: Aaron Titus]]> Jennifer Sailing: Yeah, another sailing picture... but she sure is hot.]]> Aaron Sailing: OK, no Christopher, but a cool sailing picture.]]> Sailing With Friends: OK, this has nothing to do with parenthood, but I got to go sailing in the Patuxent River. That was cool.]]> Arm Wrestling: I won't say who won. Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Cute Couple: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Dancing: I look WAY better than I really am. Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Huggy: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Look Honey, That's Our Future: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> The Picture for the Announcements: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Come Here...: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> I Love You, Too: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Just Silly: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Hello to you, too!: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Jennifer Phelps Titus: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Looking Up: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Bride and Bridegroom: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Gary, Eileen, Jennifer and Aaron: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Mom and Bride: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Oh, yeah... you want me.: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Jennifer Phelps Titus: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> The Bridge to the Future: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> The Human Marshmellow: Photo Credit: Beth Sakaguchi.]]> Flower Girls: Mallory Titus, Elsha Sanderson, McKenzie Sanderson, Ashley Lewis]]> Jennifer and Aaron: ...sittin' in a tree. K-I-S-S-I-N-G. First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes a baby, and a baby, and a baby, and a baby...]]> My Beautiful Bride: At Aunt Zina's house.]]> Gary, Jennifer, and Eileen Phelps: Mom and Dad]]> Mallory: What a cute little flower girl.]]> The Cake: Jen did a great job. We loved our cake top, made by Aaron's sister, Hayley Winslow]]> Sue, Aaron, and Phil Titus: Mom and Dad]]> Flower Girls on the Hill: Super-cute.]]> A.jpg: ]]> B.jpg: ]]> C.jpg: ]]> D.jpg: ]]> E.jpg: ]]> F1.jpg: ]]> F2.jpg: ]]> G phelps.jpg: ]]> G titus.jpg: ]]> G gremis.jpg: ]]> Oh, Deer: We have lots of deer in the back yard. This is a 5-point buck that frequents the area.]]> Dew on Spiderweb: I saw this spider web out in front of the house, just minutes before the dew evaporated. I'm glad I captured this moment.]]> Joe the Sentry: Joe stood watch on the top of the hill, for about 30 minutes, until the kids knocked him down.]]> Joe the Giant: Here's Joe the Giant- he's taller than Dad!]]> Joe the Giant: The biggest snowman ever! We named him "Joe the Giant.]]> After the Flood: Mom and Dad had to clean up this mess after the flood.]]>