More Memories From New York

So our trip to New York was in April, now it is June, only a little behind! It was a great trip with one minor setback, ok, major setback. We all got a stomach bug that got 8 of us in the first 24 hours and 4 more of us the next day. It wiped us out! It was quite a site over there. I think we were the original source so I am so so sorry to everyone! Luckily we made it through, phew. After that it was the regular fun times at Grammy and Poppy's house!

Ellie showing off her 4 teeth!

She took her first few steps while we were there in NY. There was plenty of fun stuff for her to get into all the time!

Livy and Hannah with their modeling clay animals. Hannah had to do a project on Harp seals so Livy joined it and made some creatures too!

We dyed Easter eggs a few days late but they still had so much fun doing it. Thanks Grammy! I wasn't up for doing it at home so it almost got skipped this year! They loved it!

We got a visit from little Daniel and Karen! He is so cute and growing so quick!

Ellie hung onto the back of Colt's tricycle all around the house, crawling without her hands just on her knees too keep up.

Mr. Softie! The kids quickly learned what the icecream man's music sounded like and waited for him to come everyday! Delicious but quite a ridiculous mess!

Dad and Hannah couldn't decide who should wear this as their Halloween costume this year! (It is one of Danny's balls that popped)

Mmmmm, good! Grandma Ede's spaghetti and meatballs!

Rae and Pop. Getting Dan off to school while most the rest of us were asleep!

This is at the fish hatchery there on Long Island. It was a small place that was perfect for the kids to walk around and throw some food to all the trout. They had two buildings with some fish tanks, lizards, turtles, etc. They loved seeing everything and it was not far to walk so there was no complaining!

There is Zekey boy! Erin and Zeke made the trip out just in time to get the stomach bug. Sorry guys! We are glad you came though and we got to see you for a while!

Until the next round of pictures...............

Three Little Fish

These kids love the water! It is a huge change from last year now that the girls can totally swim on their own. They are enjoying it so much and will stay in there for a few hours at a time. They play like they are different animals, race each other, try to learn tricks, use flippers and snorkels, jump off the rocks, pretend they are dolphin trainers, etc.  Colt loves to follow along and do what they do. He loves playing with Eric in there and getting thrown all around. He always wants more, I don't think he has done anything yet that has ever scared him.

Love Colt's face!

And this one of them together!

Love this one.

And this one!

And this one too!

I'm so glad they are loving it. It is fun but definitely not relaxing! Especially when Ellie is awake too! But I love that they have so much fun together and improving so much. I am so grateful and happy that we have a pool for them to use each day! I can't believe how old they all are getting now!

Julie's Wedding!

My beautiful cousin Julie got married on April 7th! She's an old married lady by now because I am so far behind! I am so happy for you two! I wish I could have been there with you! Congratulations Julie and Lane! What a beautiful bride you are!

Happy eyes!

Julie and Lane Haws, so sweet!

Good Bye Pre-School!

Rachel and Olivia finished their second year of preschool at Lakewood United Methodist Church. They (and me) really loved the school and especially their teachers, Mrs. Grant and Mrs. Tanja. They had such a great year and learned and grew a lot. I am so proud of you Rachel and Livy! You are growing so fast and I can't believe you are going to kindergarten in three months! I don't know if I am ready for that! But the good news is that you are both so excited for it! Thanks for a great year Ladybug class!

Just a few of the kids from their class. Their favorite friend Ashlyn.

Mrs. Grant

Mrs. Tanja

Some of Olivia's artwork. She really enjoys all types of art and making anything. She loves putting eyelashes on all of her drawings lately! I love it!

Rachel is still my minimalist as an artist. Her art form of choice its dance! She sure loves to dance and has got some awesome moves!