Crazy cousins!

Ballet first thing in the morning, then a play day with the Sander's! We had a blast. The kids couldn't get enough of each other. The only problem was that they are each on a different schedule so someone is always napping. We did get a good glimpse of the fun they are going to have together! They are hilarious. We had lunch, swam, and played. I sure hope we have more of these kind of days this summer!

The Last Hurah!

Avery was very surprised that we had a birthday party for her and Daddy in Arizona. After coming in from our afternoon swim she was shocked by the beautiful princess cake. That alone was enough to send her to cloud nine! Then, we had presents, pinata, and tons of fun! I will let the pictures do the talking!



















Thanks Grammy and Aunt Lyn-Ann for planning such a great last 4th birthday bash! Tons of fun! XOXO

Arizona Trip- June 2011

The past few days we have been fortunate to enjoy a wonderful family vacation in Arizona. We have spend lots of time outside in the sunshine swimming and relaxing. It is amazing that even thought the thermometer reads HOT, it doesn't feel that hot outside. The entire Atkinson Family made the trip out to Lyn-Ann's house (Lyn-Ann was able to take time off of work) and we really had a great time!





As always we packed a lot into a short amount of time. We spent a lot of time outside in the pool, the water park, shopping, and chatting. We went out for some delicious meals and stayed in and grilled out (thanks Uncle Scott). The big kids snuck out to Mexican while the little kids enjoyed a Grandparents date!





Of course both Avery and Dylan couldn't get enough of Speedy the cat. Poor Speedy got locked in rooms, petted, played with and bothered more than any cat ever has. He was a champ and let them "play" all week!



Both kiddos enjoyed getting some extra time with Grampa and Grammy too! Dylan loved to sit on Grampa's lap and watch baseball. While Avery and Grampa like to sneak jellybeans and share jokes. Not only did the kids fight over Speedy but the also fought for Grammy's attention. There is nothing Grammy doesn't do and they both love playing with her. Avery and Grammy made tons of pictures and books! Now Dylan, he prefers to call her "ME!!!!" and just wanted her to do everything with them. I can't tell you how awesome it is to see them adore their family so much!

Grammy, Grampa, and Avery enjoying their private Tea Party with real tea!


Grammy does it all! Runs thru sprinklers, slides down slides, can teach how to dive and much much more!









We love you both!









Thanks for having us Aunt Lyn-Ann! We had a great trip! Uncle Scott, Aunt Lyn-Ann, Grammy and Grampa...thanks for being so flexible of all the crazy schedules and okay with the commotion and noise that comes with us visiting :) Grampa and Grammy, thanks for all of your help! We love you all!

Off and running!

Since the last day of school we have been pounding the pavement and having fun! Summer is off to a busy but fun start. We have been going on fieldtrips, having tons of playdates, going to the pool, and even making our backyard into a water world. Naps are essential and if we keep up at this rapid pace, we will be back in school before we know it! We have had a few weekend getaways and some fun sleepover time at Ammy and Bampa's! I love summer! Now if I only had more time to blog :)


The nature center





Soccer banquet


The backyard!

Surprise!

May 30,2011




Avery is finally four! We have been preparing for this day for months. She has been begging for a surprise party and that's just what she got at California Pizza Kitchen. My parents, The Sander's, and The Parker's were all able to celebrate with us. Avery enjoyed it all and even liked her present. A big girl Barbie bike. Now we just have to get her pedaling!











Now, it is off to Arizona to do the last of the birthday partying with the Atkinson's! We can't wait!

Dylan can't get enough of Baby Scottie!

Lake-ation

Over the Memorial Day weekend we snuck up to the lake for a night with some of our best friends. Even though we were only there for one night and two full days, we were able to pack in loads of fun!

Since our first time at the lake our crowd has grown. First there were two kids, two dogs, and four adults. Now we have four kids, two dogs, and four adults, plus one sweet little boy due next month. Let's just say that we packed so heavily it looked like we might stay for two weeks.

We enjoyed cruising around the lake, playing at the sandy beaches, and a few picnics. We also had a great dinner at the Marina and fed the huge fish our leftovers. The big girls wake boarded (I still am in awe of how cool it was, thanks Robby for making it such a smooth success) and the big boys did some rock jumping. It was a fantastic few days!

A huge thanks to the Posener's for letting us join you last weekend! We loved it!