Swimming at Aspen Grove

Finally, my first post of our Vacation! Aspen Grove was so much fun. I really had a good time and I know the kids had fun. Unfortunately, it did rain quite a bit, so swimming days were limited, but the days they did get to go, they had a blast. I think this is Griffin's first time in a pool.  Sad, I know. But hey, we live in Oregon, not a lot of options here. 

The kiddie pool next to the big pool. I miss that Utah scenery!

(That small head in the middle is Griffin--I need to learn photoshop so I can add little arrows)

Go Super Stompers!

And now for the kittens.

 Maddox and cousin Ella with their class.

Happy Days

Preschool Graduation

Okay, so obviously I'm way behind with this blog. I will TRY to be better. But, to keep things in chronological order, here is Maddox's Preschool graduation. Yes, this was forever ago.

And the last day of class

Griffin can't wait for his first year at Dove this fall. I'm sure he'll have no issues, seeing as he thinks he belongs there already!

Oregon Children's Theatre

Maddox's last day and class performance at the Oregon Children's Theatre. It was fun, he enjoyed it, but not sure if we'll take any more classes. It was a LOT of work bringing all the kids downtown for 90 minutes every week. And it's not like I was going to have Maddox start auditioning for roles or anything, I just thought the class would add to his confidence skills and help him break out of his "no pretending" rules. And both of those goals were reached. So, I would say it was a success. Sorry I only have before and after pictures of the play, I was holding Reese and the video camera, so my hands were full!

Already too cool for mom to take pictures in front of girls. Check out that tough face, which I've seen quite a bit lately. Must be the age. 
And Griffin has no problem chattin' up the ladies. Aaron actually had to take him out to the hall when the performance started, because he didn't understand that he was supposed to sit in the audience and not be out with the other kids. Poor guy, always watching Maddox. But don't worry, we have classes lined up for him this summer. He will have soo much fun.
The play was based on Eric Carle's book "Panda Bear, Panda Bear, What Do You See"

And a big thanks to Molly for bringing her girls to see Maddox perform! That was such a treat for all of us.  Oh, and another huge thank you to Molly for coming over to our house an hour befor class started to trim Maddox's hair. You are awesome, thank you.

Another year older...

So, I had a birthday and I suppose I'll post some pictures of the "big day". But for the record, I don't like putting pictures of myself on my own blog and I'm not a big birthday fan. It's just another day. No need for any special or extra attention. Please. But to make certain people happy (mom) here are some pictures of my birthday shindig at Grandma and Grandpa's house on Memorial Day. It was a beautiful day and dinner was delicious. Thank you Mary!

Every candle in Mary's drawer. She had exactly 31. See how well she plans ahead?

Yay, a KitchenAid Mixer!!! Thank you Grandma Barb, Grandma Mary and Aaron. Now I can make 6 1/2 pounds of mashed potatoes or 9 dozen cookies in one batch! It's true, it says it right on the box. No really, I'm VERY excited to have one. After 10 years of marriage, I suppose it's time for me to start baking. 
Reese is thinking about those 9 dozen cookies I was talking about. See that look in her eyes...that's the same look her dad gets when he spots chocolate chip cookies.

Reesie loves her cousin Natalie. Always a big smile for her.

Two little boys covered in chocolate frosting. I think it's safe to say they were having a good time.

Ella and Maddox sharing a bowl of cake sprinkles. I think they were huddled together, trying to quickly eat every last sprinkle before any of the other kids noticed what they had.