Oldies but Goodies and New Beach Shots

I have no idea where the summer went, but it is already early August and we are finally out of school. Summer school was over last week. So far, we've been to the beach, gone out to dinner, and a carnival. Still on the summer bucket list is seeing the Smurfs. I've spent a great deal of time doing house hold things that I don't have time for during the school year. Not glamorous, but needed to be done. Olivia and Aliette spend most of the day swimming in the pool and we've have a great July. So far, August has been a little rainy, but I'm sure there are still some good pool days left. Olivia loved art camp and VBS, while Aliette enjoyed getting her nails painted by the sitter. Aliette is doing great. She hasn't been sick since switching from a large daycare center to a private home. She loves her sitter and her speech is coming along. She has such a personality that make it so easy to love her.

Long overdo update

Happy 4th of July! As I wait for the burgers and dogs to finish cooking, I thought I'd post some pictures. Olivia had her gymnastics and dance recital in June, plus she turned 6! We went to Chuck E. Cheese and she had an awesome time. Aliette continues to thrive in the home daycare and her speech is coming along. Favorite pasttime is using the potty. Olivia is in art camp this summer while I teach. Anyone need a sculture or pot holder, just let me know. We went to the circus and swim most days at my parents. I'm hoping to get to both PA and VA this summer, but it isn't easy mobilizing a family of three.

Finally Spring: Daffadil Festival

We miss you Nae Nae, my photos weren't like yours but I tried. Here are a few photos from our wonderful outing. Olivia went on rides, Aliette soaked up the sun and enjoyed every minute of her first snow cone. Aliette is doing great at her new daycare. She is having surgery on 18th. Hoping she will continue to stay well. Olivia is getting ready for her dance and gymnastics recitals. I'm looking forward to summer school and lounging by the pool.

South School Scholar

Olivia has loved every minute of kindergarten. Like many of her classmates her favorite part of her day is music and pe, but she has learned to read and write really well. I'm so proud of her. She entered the science fair and won a metal. Grandpa stopped by to say hello. Olivia was also chosen to welcome the parents to the Kindergarten concert. She memorized her lines. Such an amazing child. Can't wait to see what comes next.

Think Spring

Happy 2nd Birthday Aliette. We love you sooooo much.

Dress up like mom Day

Trouble or Look mom I'm helping

Hanging out with Bella

Popciles are the BEST MEDICINE.

Such Joy

Hanging out at Bob's

Everyone needs to eat snow. We certainly had our fair share of it this winter

Such a serious little one








Lost everything, so I'll try again.

Lost photos of Fall

It's Pokey's Birthday! Aliette wanted no part of him, but Olivi loves this bear.

Waiting isn't really my thing, but if I have to.

I know I'm not suppose to be sitting on the table, but it is so much fun.

I really like this. I don't need to be told what to do, I can do it! Yummy.

Yummy. Heaven Chocolate batter. Only a little.

Olivia had a great time making a loot bag. It was a great school party.

Where has time gone?

I can't believe it has been almost two months since my last post. I wish I could say we had a spectular 1st Christmas together as a family of three, but it was clouded by sickness. This time, it wasn't Aliette but Olivia. She slept her vacation away, poor child, but Santa came through with a panda pillow pet and many more goodies to keep her busy. The winter can only be described in these words: Cold and MISERABLE. Snow and ice have plague our area and we are all longing for spring. We had so much snow, the kids couldn't play safely in it because it was way to deep and icy. We are pretty fortunate, we didn't lose winter or spring break, but many area schools did. It has been a tough winter on Aliette, but we are managing her asthma the best we can and are waiting until early summer to put the tubes back in. Today is Valentine's Day and as a special treat the girls and I are going out for Pizza after gymnastics. I have a new computer class where blogging is part of the class, so I'm hoping to have more postings in the fuure. Enjoy the photos.