The Party!

Painting time! The girls were so excited and have been looking forward to their birthday party for so long! We had the girls birthday at The Art Shop for Kids on February 26th and it went perfect. I'm glad they changed their mind from a bowling party, it would have been crazy. They were so excited and had a great time. The people there were a big help with everything. 

They girls were so luck to have all four of their grandparents there at their party! How fun! They just love all of their grandparents so much. I am so glad they have that special bond.

The girls decorated their own cakes with Hannah's help that morning. Olivia made a rainbow and Rachel made flowers.

Playing hopscotch and enjoying some popcorn while the others finished up!

Poppy on Colt patrol! Thanks dad!

Playing pin the crown on the princess. About 10 minutes before we left the house I thought that we might have extra time before the pizza got there so we drew up a "princess" and cut some crowns real quick. Literally as we were walking out the door. But I am glad we did because they seemed to have fun and we did have extra time to fill. I don't know if they could all see under the hat we used or if the princesses head was just at the perfect height but they all got it right on! They thought it was great!

Your 4th Birthday Party!

I love these cake pictures! They loved blowing the candles out but not as much as last year. I love that they are smiling in these pictures!! Because it seems hard to catch these smiles on camera!

That is one of my favorites. Sisters helping each other and loving it. They are best friends and so happy to be with each other each day. I just love this bond they share. It's amazing to watch.

Opening presents. They were looking forward to this part for so long!

Thanks so much for coming everyone and sharing this special day with Rachel and Livy! They were so happy and it was a fun time. Happy Birthday Girls!

Zeke

Rich and Erin had there baby boy on March 2nd! It was such an exciting day because it was the girls birthday and we were awaiting his arrival. 13 hours from start to finish (I think). It went quick for us which was great but I don't know how quick it went for them! Anyway here are some pictures of their perfect little guy! Welcome Zeke!

Ezekiel George Psillos

"Zeke"

7 lbs. 10 oz. 20.5 inches

3/2/11 5:20 p.m.

What a cutie! Great job you guys! And great job getting him out Erin!

Wish I could hold this little man already. We are so happy for you and this awesome time. There is nothing like it. It's amazing. Enjoy it. We love you and are so happy that Zeke is here and healthy and safe. Good luck!

Hannah's Visit

Hannah came to visit us over her winter break. New York schools have a week in February and a week in April for spring break so she got to come for a week right before the girls birthday. We had so much fun having her here and like usual I slacked on the picture taking. My parents came after about a week to hang for a few days and take her home. We miss you guys. The girls can't stop talking about when we are gonna see them again.

After the girls finished painting, they got down while Colt was still eating. Apparently I wasn't paying enough attention and the paint was a little too close to him. He thought it looked more fun than his food. Eric and Hannah made a deal, she gets paid .25 per day per kid for helping with them. Where were you on this one Han! Just kidding, I missed it too! We still owe you your money too!

Naked boy stealing someones drink. His favorite spot, standing on a chair hanging out at the table.

Grammy reading stories and loving these spoiled little girls! Mom and Dad took them to the Disney store for their birthday and they got to pick out what they wanted. They loved it of course! And not to anyone's surprise ended up with more stuffed animals and a stuffed doll this time!

They brought the girls these Adidas outfits and Rachel could not stop calling herself a soccer player. She was telling everyone she saw including strangers at the park that she was a soccer player. She kept telling me, "look at this soccer player" or "do you see a soccer player over here."

And yes that is the three crazy girls swimming in February! The pool water was about 66 and the air was 70 I think. Still way too cold for us normal people but they had fun. A reminder that I am totally not ready for pool season. It is a lot of work dressing and undressing and running to the bathroom and all that stuff. It will definitely be a long summer.

Hot tub time. Colt loved being able to go in with them. He is going to be a handful this summer with the pool.

Grandpa made these three smile and look in the same direction. I need him around all the time since I can't get a good picture of them anymore.

Colt 14 months.

Colt was Poppy's buddy. They hung out a lot this trip. Colt did say "pop pop" after a day of dad training him! We had the girls birthday party while they were here too, that is to come on another post. We had lots of fun as always and of course ate their favorites: Chis-fil-A, Pappasitos, and BBQ potatoes. We love just hanging out with you guys. Grammy never gets to stay up late with us. The girls sucker her into putting them to bed and she always crashes with them. They sure love you guys. And so do I. Thanks for coming. Love you!

Mom

Moms are just great. They are there for you your whole life. They put up with so much it is not even something I can list. Sometimes you are closer and some times not at close, but that you realize later was because you were a fool, but they are always there for you helping, guiding, supporting, encouraging you, and no matter what, loving you. This is my mom too. My mom is awesome and anyone who knows her knows what I mean. She really is a special person who helps me see who I want to be. I can't thank her enough for all she has done and all she continues to do for me each day with each visit, each phone call, and each text. Simple things, big things and all the in betweens. I know I am so blessed to have her in my life and I am so grateful for her. Lately I am most grateful for her ability to restore my sanity when I am sure it is no where to be found. Thanks mom. You truly save me. I love you.

Not So Fun

Is is too much to ask to not deal with pee or poop, besides changing diapers, for just like a few days? I thought we were getting too a good spot with that kind of stuff. The girls only have pee accidents when they are too involved in what they are doing to make it to the bathroom on time and even  in those cases it is on the floor in front of the toilet. But yesterday and today were different situations. Colt has had a bad diaper rash for a while so after he wakes up in the morning I let him air out for a bit without a diaper and it is totally working, rash gone. Anyway yesterday, he literally had it off for like two minutes and I looked over to see him walking around carrying his own poo. Uhhh.......gross. Seriously. Anyway, luckily it didn't get smeared all over anything. Now today I had the privilege of picking toy cars out of a toilet filled with pee. Lovely task. Someone forgot to flush and close the door so Colt decided it would be a fun place to put stuff. I know this won't be the last time I get to experience these kinds of situations but I can hope it will be! At most I have what....5 more years of it?

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday Olivia and Rachel! The girls turned 4 years old today and just wanted to tell them how much we love them. We couldn't be more blessed. Plain and simple. There is nothing more I could ask for. You girls are both such special little girls that amaze me and help me to realize all of our many blessings. I am so happy to be your mom!

Four short years ago you were these little peanuts and now look at all you can do! It is quite an amazing plan our Heavenly Father has created. Happy Birthday sweet girls. We both love you so much!

And what an awesome birthday present you received! Your little Psillos cousin was born tonight on your birthday! Can't wait to put some pictures of him up! Congrats Rich and Erin!