Yellowstone

Swimming Lessons

Last year Addie and I took a mommy and me swimming class...so this year was Addie's first time in the pool by herself. She was pretty nervous the first day and would only sit on the edge of the pool and had to be coxed back to her class a few times, but after that she was a champ. She loved blowing bubbles, playing motor boat , and timber. It was a blast to watch her having such a good time in the water. She is very sad her lessons are over and can't wiat to do it again next year.

Addie's B-day!

Birthday Extravaganza!
Addie was all about princess' this year! I tried to talk her into a castle cake, but she had to have Belle. So...there she is complete with tin foil crown ( not my best effort), but Addie was convienced...so I take that as success. We had a few of her little friends over for cake and homemade ice cream. The kids loved trying to break open the crown pinata. It was really funny to watch...of course we ended up having to help things along. It was great to see Addie's excitiment and reaction to all the feastivities.

Our little girl is growing up so fast...X3

Guess who are "Real" Parents now!

No more dropping the kids off at Mom and Dad's and pretending we are young and childless, as we drive around in our compact, gas friendly, "we could still be single car". We have succumb to the allure of the Minivan. Sliding doors that open with the click of a button, built in kid sitter (DVD), and enough cargo space to haul the stroller and the groceries( even if we go to Costco). I have to admit I have been very reluctant to take this step and for years. Justin has been the one spouting the merits of this family friendly vehicle, but when we were out shopping and Justin wanted a SUV...I just couldn't give up those sliding doors!!! So, now I say to the world....HEY! I'M A MOM! and I have the stretch marks and minivan to prove it!

Kidshine--Kate's part

Take me out to the ball game!