Pre-School Closing Ceremony

So Aidan's last day of Preschool was this past Wednesday.  His school had the nicest closing program for us followed by a picnic lunch.  Aidan's class sang 2 songs and then he received a certificate - he was the loudest singer in his class!  He did such a great job this year at "big school" and I am so proud of him.

Singing with his class

Officially a Pre-Kindergartner!

Aidan and his adorable "girlfriend" Celia

Celia and Aidan having their picnic lunch together

Aidan with Mama and Papa

(he wasn't too happy that he had to stop playing to take a picture!)

Aidan and his fabulous teacher, Mrs. Steckler

Dear Aidan - You are my most precious little boy.  Your smile and big eyes just melt my heart.  You have such a fun personality - always trying to trick me, yet always my snuggle bug.  You constantly crack me up with the silly things you say and I love that you say hi to everyone in the halls of your school - teachers, administrators, students - you seem to know everyone!  You give me the best hugs and every day I thank God that you are my son.  Love, Mom

Look at how big my baby has gotten this year!

Last Day of First Grade

So today was the last day of school for Lauren - she's officially a 2nd grader!  I can't believe my baby is moving on to second grade.  I'm so very proud of how hard she's worked this year.  She is reading so well, doing double digit addition and subtraction and has started playing violin. 

Lauren, you are such a beautiful, sweet girl - always looking out for your friends and your family.  I love that you have such a joy about you and even love your mischeavious side :)  You are such a joy in my life and I am thankful every single day that I am your mom!  Love, Mom

I always love these pictures - it amazes me how much she's grown. 

She looks so much more mature and her legs are longer!

So Sleepy

Someone is a tired little bug after spending the day with Mama and Papa!

Snug as a Bug

Someone found a cozy spot to watch TV!

Babies!

Vegetables that is! What did you think I meant? We were so excited to see that we have about 7 baby tomatoes, 3 jalapeños and 2 eggplants. I can't believe it isn't even June and the veggies are already starting to produce - let's hope we end up with lots of yummy vegetables this year!

jalapenos

eggplant

tomatoes

white eggplant

more tomatoes

A Day to Myself

I had a nice surprise today. Both kids decided to go to the cabin with Shawn for the day. This meant that I had the entire day to myself! I was able to clean, do returns, go to the produce stand and grocery store. I even got a shellac manicure. It is supposed to last two weeks - we will see! The kids had a great time at the cabin but were tired and dirty when they got home and we were all happy to see each other again! Funny how you're happy to have some time to yourself but also feel like something is missing all day.

Long Time No Blog!

Wow it has been a long time since I've blogged!  Hopefully now that the hockey season is over with I will have a little more time to post some updates. 

It's hard to believe the school year is winding down and I will soon be the mother to a pre-Kindergartner and a Second Grader!  We had the end of the year picnic on Wednesday evening.  It was a beautiful night and the kids were able to jump in the bouncy house, play kickball with their friends on the front lawn of the school and Lutheran High's robot was there - which they each got to operate (they thought that was pretty cool). 

Last night Aidan had his Gymnastics Olympic performance at school.  He did a great job and was so proud of himself and the medal he earned.  His teacher said he did an awesome job this year and we are all so proud of the little guy!  Here are some of the pictures: