Dance Class Cutie

Showing us her dance moves.

Getting ready to leave for dance.

This is it....

Meeting her dance instructor,
Miss Becky.

Emma has only been talking about this day for at least a year now.....going to dance class!  We went and signed her up and bought all of her dance wear.  Every night until the class day arrived Emma slept with her ballet and tap shoes.....yes she did!  Now, that is excitement for you!  She was so happy when class day was upon us....I was pretty excited, too.  When we got to the dance studio I didn't know if she would get nervous and not want to go in, but in true 'Emma style' she waltzed right in like she knew what to do.  It was really cute to see her with all the other little girls.  First she had her ballet class and next it was tap class.  She had a great time in both of them and was definitely not ready to leave when her classes were over.  As we were getting ready to walk out she sat down in the lobby, crossed her arms and gave me a sulky sad face...I asked her what was wrong?  She said she didn't want to leave, she wanted to stay!  Oh Emma, you are so cute.....next week you will get to do it all over again.=)

Practicing new moves with Miss Becky.

Learning the 5 positions of ballet.

Ready for tap class. =)

FINALLY.....

Finally.....Soccer begins!

We signed the boys up for soccer 2 months ago, and believe me that was the longest 2 months of their lives.  They didn't understand why they couldn't just start playing.  With great excitement we went to the store and let the boys pick out their cleats, shin guards and they each got a soccer ball. They were so happy.  Of course, Emma was with us and she didn't complain one bit that she didn't get to buy anything.  I was really proud of her. Although I think that her good attitude is due to the fact that she will be signing up for dance in a few days.  Then it will be her turn to go shopping for all her dance things.  So later that afternoon the boys were off to practice and they both had such a great time.  Their coach did a great job teaching them a few basic things and they picked right up on them.  I think they are going to great little players!

Parker in action!

Tucker in action!

Tucker #2

Parker #3

Emma had fun running around on the grass=)

Water fun!

Parker

Tucker

Tucker

Emma

Parker

What do you do when is's summertime and you have no yard, grass or pool?  Well...you just put on your swimsuit, get the hose out, fill a large tub with water and then proceed to have fun!  At least that's what the kids did.  They got their buckets, rubber duckies and just played in the water.  It was a lot of fun.  Afterwards they sat on the porch and had otterpops...it was one of the best days ever!

Love these cute little feet!

 

Cowboys....

Oh....our little cowboys.  This is one of their favorite things to play.  They wanted me to take their pictures and then proceeded to do all kinds of silly poses. =) 

Parker

Tucker

New Outfits

It's not easy getting 3 kids to smile at once.

Whenever I find the time (which isn't as often as I'd like=))I love to make things.  Especially for the kids....I found this shirt pattern and knew I had to make them for the boys.  I then made Emma's dress from this great tutorial.  I love how they turned out.....look at these cute children.

4th of July

Nothing better then celebrating the 4th of July in our small town.  We have the annual parade, bbq at Papa & Grandma's, then fireworks at Uncle Billy & Aunt Maren's.  The kids had a great time!

Patriotic Boys

Emma

Waiting to go to the parade.

On our way..

Is anyone going to throw candy?

Tucker

Trying to stay cool.

Enjoying some otterpops...it was a hot day.

Parker

All Aboard...

I found this cute little pattern here and knew I had to make them for the boys.  They turned out so awesome and the boys just love them.  They came up with the name 'Choo-choo' hats....yes, I guess they do look like conductor hats.