Katie is FOUR!

Katie had her fourth birthday and we decided to try a "friends party" for the first time. It turned out really well and everyone seemed to have a good time. We had a soft theme of Strawberry Shortcake.We had a donut eating contest, bean bag toss, pin the jewel on the crown. . .

(Amanda just thought everyone was being super silly)

Musical chairs. . .

and the crowning event: Pinata!




We let the kids have three rounds of hitting--and they only beat it up a bit. Finally, Dad took some swings. It only took about three hits to send candy literally FLYING all over the yard. Amanda is still finding some pieces that she brings to me--melted and sticky--her favorite! :)
Thanks to all who helped make Katie's birthday memorable and fun!Maggie D., Adam M., Annie B., Asher D., Kate R., Maya D., Katie and Amanda

Sixth Anniversary

Our anniversary this year fell on a Thursday (May 6), which is the same day of the week that we got married on. I'm sure I'm cheesy, but I thought that was pretty cool so I wanted to do something special (more than a movie or something. . . .). Well, we shopped around and actually found a suite deal for less than $30 . . . in Wendover, NV! I've never even been to Wendover (that I know of. . . ) so I thought it was pretty fun, albeit kinda cheesy. We got a babysitter (thanks Grandma!) and drove West (right into the sun). It was actually relaxing to go anywhere in the car and not have to turn to the back seat even once! We had a buy one get one free at the dinner buffet (not that great of food) and so Brett was excited that this excursion was soooo cheap! (Yes, I guess the only way to please him is to NOT spend money). We wandered around the Nugget Casino, checked out their display of desert race cars, took silly pictures, and then watched a movie in the huge jacuzzi tub! Brett was about to be disgruntled when I pulled out a present---this was supposed to be 'el cheapo anniversary', right? He settled down when he saw what it was---a library book of baby names and a little test showing him that he'll be a Daddy again! Yes, we're expecting our third baby on Christmas, 2010. Happy Anniversary dear! I love you!

And on our way home, we stopped by SaltAir. I've never been there before but
I always loved listening to Brett's grandparents talk about going there for dances
when they were dating in the 1940's.

Preschool Graduation for Katie

Last Field Trip to BYU's Bean Museum. Mandy and Mom got to come too.
Back row: Mrs. Lindsay Rothe, Katie, Katerina, Mrs. Colleen Peck, Alex, Miss Amy;
front: Anau, Kallie, Brianna, Connor, Tabitha, Kelsey

Katie and Mandy check out the science experiment: Elephant Toothepaste.

Singing

The hat and "diploma"

It was crazy trying to make schedules work sometimes, but Katie loved going to school this year at Head Start. The families were invited to the last day for their little program: some cute songs and presentation of awards. May 25, 2010

Zoo-bies

Wendy, Mandy, Katie, Brooke, and Lexus and Ben in front.

We had an awesome time at the zoo for Katie's Head Start Zoo day. Going on a slightly rainy day ended up being great. It probably lightened the crowd, but besides sitting under the Rhino cave for about 20 minutes, we enjoyed a cool, overcast day and the animals seemed to love it too. They were more active than I think I've ever seen them! We're glad that Brooke, Ben and Lexus could join us too. So much fun! May 2010

Boating with Grandpa Greer, May 2010

Amanda checking out Grandpa's lucky pole.

Nice and cool at Deer Creek Reservoir.

Trolling. . . .

"What does this do?"

Here fishy, fishy, fishy, fishy. . . .Amanda was completely worn out and Katie got to ride with Grandpa and Grandma so Brett and I had a nice, quiet drive down the canyon. :)

Mother's Day 2010

It's been a full two months since I uploaded my camera. I have a lot of catching up to do. We went to Ogden for Mother's Day and my whole family was there. Lots of fun. Katie and Amanda had a great time on the tire swing with Grandma Greer. Although our trips to Ogden seem less frequent, I enjoy them.

Yellow Dresses

Robin and Wendy, circa 1980 (Weren't we cute?)

Can you see any resemblances? These are the exact same dresses, only now 30 years later. I'm sure that dates me, but oh well. Shows how well my mom sews--she made them. My sister Robin wore them. Then I wore them. Now my girls love to dance in them. That's not the only resemblance I see. :)