Memorial Day

For Mother's Day, one of the gifts from Joe and Laina was this fire pit which I have wanted for a long time now. We pulled it out for Memorial Day weekend and it really is awesome. We made fun yummie s'mores which of course my chocolate and marshmallow loving little one loved and I must say Joe and I did as well!

In the morning we all headed to the Memorial Day parade in our town. It's so nice to be able to walk to a community event like that. Laina loves parades because she knows they generally toss candy out to the crowd. We all love the music and seeing all the Veteran's and families marching is what helps us remember what the holiday is all about. Not just those tasty s'mores!

I love the picture below of Laina and Cooper all dressed and ready to go to the parade in their red white and blue...and Laina making Cooper do tricks for treats. I love that he listens to her just as he would us -- as long as a treat is involved of course!

Backyard Antics

I love these two. I love how much they play in the backyard. I love watching them and listening to them. I love when Laina giggles. I love when Joe does whatever Laina instructs him to do, like climbing up into the fort of the swing set even though he's too big for it. I love that Laina has a Daddy who is so hands on. She's a lucky little girl and I'm a lucky mama.

Oh, and I also love how Cooper just tries so hard to get in on the action!

In Studio

Rehearsals for the dance recital are in full swing! Here's a cute little picture of Laina and a few of her friends taken during one of the in studio rehearsals to get ready for the big day!

Preschool Graduation

Well my baby has graduated from pre-school. What a completely overwhelming experience it was...for mommy. It's just incredible to think that Laina is almost 5 years old and will be heading off to Kindergarten in a few short months. Where did the time go?

The program at her school was really wonderful. The kids sung lots of great songs and then her teachers handed out diplomas to all the kids and afterward we had a fun little party back in her classroom. Laina will be leaving her pre-school soon to head to camp and we will miss her teachers very much!

Video of Our Slugger

My Little Slugger!

T-ball has begun and whoa can this girl hit a ball! It is so fun to watch her get out there and do her thing. She loves to hit that ball and hit it she does! Look out major leagues....here she comes!

Another Great Visit