Sunday, March 31, 2013

Happy Easter!!

 Ellie having lots of splashing fun.
 Sydney liked taking Jace on the lazy river.
 Jace couldn't get enough of the waterslides.

 Ding, ding, ding, here comes the H2O.

 100 more times Mom, please!

 If I hide, they can't take me home! 
Dad with his favorite tubing Ellie!

We had lots of fun this weekend, I think the kids are terminally pruney!   Unfortunately back to school we go, but for a couple of perfect days we didn't have to do anything we didn't want to, we just had to have fun.  As the kids get older the vacations become more relaxing for Matt and I and that means the whole family has more fun! 

Dying Easter Eggs

 So much fun coloring eggs....
 and eating them too!
Sydney and Jace... best buds.
 Best Friends Forever.

 Fingers and arms are dyed also!
Crazy fun!

Tuesday, March 26, 2013

Yay Matt!

This week marks 5 years of being healthy for Matt!  We are so proud of you for making the tough decision to be healthy and live healthier!  It has taken dedication and lots of sweat but you continue to be strong and somewhat bullheaded!   :)    Most people go on diets to loose weight and eventually put it back on and then some - most of those go up and down, up and down like a never ending roller coaster!   But you have kicked bottom and continue to challenge me.... not sure my body fat % will ever be as good as yours!  :-P    Or cholesterol for that matter  :).    You rock and we love you VERY MUCH!  

Spring Break Fun!

 When asked what the kids wanted to do, they all screamed bowling!!
 Jace had a blast!
 Ellie is getting good!
 Sydney said having pizza was as much fun as the bowling!

 He is catching up to Mama!
 He did it all by himself and the funniest thing, after his first roll using the ramp, he moved it over in line with the existing pins, I never said anything about it, he is so particular, his mind works just like his Daddy's! 
 3 reasons why my life is wonderful!
Thank you Papa so much for giving us the gift to go bowling, they had a great time and enjoyed every minute of it!    H & K!!

We wish we could have Papa over for coffe and breakfast....... soon!

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Parent Teacher Conferences

Yesterday we met with Jace's preschool teachers for conferences.  He is doing great, they said he is a great listener, plays well with his friends, participates and understands rules.  He did well on knowing his letters, colors, shapes and counting.  Ms Magoon says "He is such a sweet boy, we really love having him in the class.  He is very considerate and polite." 

Sydney's conferences were last week, her teacher is still amazed at how well she listens and is a leader for her classmates.  Apparently there are some challenges in Mrs Peterson's class but Sydney continues to set a great example.  Her reading and math are at second grade level, and the teacher continues to work at challenging her.  Her teacher said her writing skills are also coming along and she is understanding how to write sentences correctly.  Sydney also has been enjoying science and learning about the solar system.

Ellie is also doing great, her reading level is at 6th grade and her Math level is 4th grade, this year she had state testing and her scores were above normal.  The past couple of weeks her class has been working on programming and her teacher said she is doing great, she understands and is enjoying the challenges of testing their project. 

With such wonderful conferences we treated the kids to a DESSERT only dinner, they loved it!

One of the teachers asked if I was a stay at home mom, she said she can see how much of an effect it has on the kids.  She gave me a nice "thumbs up" and said to continue to do what we are doing.

Girl Scouts Fashion Show

 Ellie is styled for a day of shopping with friends, Peace Out!
 Ellie's new bestie!   Love the hat.
 Ellie channeling her inner bohemian, perfect for a warm sunny day, with her hair pulled back she is ready to take a ride in her Daddy's convertible!
Ellie in her cute pajamas, cozy boot slippers, and horsey pet, cool enough to sleep over at Selena Gomez' house!

The girls really enjoy being in Girl Scouts, it gives them the opportunity to participate in events they wouldn't be able to, also encourages leadership, responsibility and respect.  Ellie loves walking the Fashion show, and always enjoys making new friends.

Monday, November 12, 2012

Safe passages....

Hope you are having lots of fun!  Enjoy the weather, cold here today but it is November!

Friday, November 9, 2012

I am hanging my gloves up!

Yesterday I cut the grass for the last time in 2012, it was a little cold, only 42 degrees but my yard is ready for winter.  Bring on the snow!!!

Friday, November 2, 2012

Halloween 2012

Here we have a Gorilla, spooky spector, and a Vampiress.
If trick or treating was an Olympic sport, these kids would be contenders for the GOLD!  They had a blast and didn't get cold (thanks to Mom), and after 2 hours they had a pile of candy so big even Elf would have too much for the coming weeks!  :)
He dressed himself..... and I love it!   Thanks Uncle Kurt for the hat!

A perfect afternoon shopping with my girls while all the crazies are at home watching the Packers!  :)