Summer Time Fun!

Notice Kate...always smiling for the camera!

Down on the Farm!

Abby's birthday party this year took place at Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead. Her original party date was rained out, so we rescheduled for 2 weeks later. I am so glad that we did! Everyone had so much fun! We were busy riding ponies, fishing, feeding baby goats, mining (Andrew's Favorite), and going on horse-drawn hayrack rides. It was a perfect day!

What? Do I have something on my face?

Brooks

Mimi, Nana and Nama

Kate and Piper

Abby was hilarious when feeding the baby goats. She didn't want the goats to have the bottle. As soon as one would get ahold of it, she would try her hardest to take it away.

Andrew's favorite! He mined 3 different times!

Kate and her Papa

WOW! An overload of pictures! It was such a great day with so many fun moments to capture!

Fishing at Mimi and Papa's

Mimi and Papa's house has a neighborhood pond that is full of fish. While we were there last time we took Andrew and Kate fishing. Although Andrew is not the most patient fisherman (understatement), the kids still had a good time.

Josh's HUGE catch!

Kindergarten Graduation

Here are some pictures from Andrew's Kindergarten Graduation. I was so proud of him!

 

The Class of 2010!

1st Day of School

Now a Kindergarten Graduate!

His 2 best friends, Jaley and Ethan!

The Best Kindergarten Teacher...EVER!

Abby turns 2!!!

Our precious baby girl turned 2 today! It has been a blessing to be her mother and watch her grow and learn. Here is a glimpse into her life...

My Favorite Toy is...little & big trampoline, Radio Flyer jumpy horse, and anything that plays music

My Favorite Book is...My 1st Word Touch and Feel Book

My Favorite Food is...avocados, cheese, tomatoes, blueberries, mandarin oranges, pretzels, fruit snacks

My Favorite Song is...'If You're Happy and You Know It...'

My Favorite Things To do are...wrestle with Daddy, jump on the trampoline, play with Drew Drew and Kate

My Favorite Word is.....NoooOOOOoo

My Favorite Time of Day is....early mornings with just Mommy

I Can't Go To Sleep Without...glo worm, ru ru, and at least 4 mimis

I Am Most Happy When...I can run and play with no restrictions, especially if it's outside.

I Get Angry When...someone tries to help me when I don't need help.

7 Words That Describe Me...social, driven, enthusiastic, demanding, outgoing, independent, stubborn

Interesting Vocabulary

Pacifier = Ru Ru
Blanket = Mimi
Andrew = Drew Drew
Yes = Uh Huh (said with great enthusiasm)
Please = Pleaaassseee (high pitched, squinty eyes, with sign language)
Jewelry, Hair Bows = Prebbies

In just 2 short years, Abby has worked her way into every one of our hearts. We all adore her. She has a smile that will brighten up a room, she gives the all-time best hugs, and she makes us all laugh everyday. Her joy and enthusiasm for life is a reminder to slow down and enjoy the 'now'.

Happy Birthday baby girl. I love you.

Kate's Last Day of School!

Today is Kate's last day of school! We are SO excited that summer is here! This school year has gone by so fast.

   This is Kate on the 1st day of school!     

                                     

And here is Kate on the last day of school!

CRAZY hair day!