Cinderella's Ball

For over a week Elyse knew she had a date with Nate scheduled for last night.  Although she didn't realize it was going to be the best "Daddy-Daughter" date she ever had according to her.  I found a Cinderella's ball put on by our school district's community education program.  The night involved Elyse hanging out with Cinderella, Rapunzel and Mulan.  She got to decorate her own princess cake, make a necklace, dance like Mulan, and even spend time dancing with Nate.  The smile on her face when she came home was priceless!  She even asked right before bed if she could go again next year.

 

 

 

 

Class Field Trip

Today Elyse attended her first field trip to a local pumpkin patch/farm.  The students spent their time seeing fun animals and picking out their own pumpkin to take home.  She said she loved the entire day, especially being able to ride a school bus for the first time.  

Sadly I was unable to chaperon the field trip, so a special thanks to Elyse's classmate's mother, Angie for capturing some memorable pictures of her day.  

Elyse and Nora riding the bus

 Elyse and Sarah picking out their special pumpkins.

 

Last Zoo Trip?

Since today's weather forecast was perfect, we decided to join our friends, Jessica, Sarah and Noah for a fun morning at Como Zoo.  Sadly it maybe our last visit this year since it's mostly outside; maybe even more sad, it maybe my last visit with only three kids.   Overall, could not have asked for a more enjoyable morning. 

 

Anoka County's Airport

We can't take credit for this family outing, our friend recommended it after taking her daughter here, so thank you Heidi!  We took the kids to a small airport in our county where you can see old war planes, as well as watch planes land and take off.  Overall, it really is a great, cheap and fun family outing.

In the Doghouse

While at Lowe's the boys decided to willingly go spend time in the doghouse.  I often hear stories of Nate and his brother being put in kennels when little (his dad is a veterinarian) and so when they happily jumped in I couldn't help but smile and capture an adorable picture.

Uncle "Baby" Bobby and Aunt Jan

My Uncle Bobby and Aunt Jan drove up from Nebraska today to go attend a wedding with my parents tomorrow.   However due to their selflessness, love for our children and their generosity they decided to drive an extra hour north today to come visit us.  It was really quick but so great to see them.  

Special thanks to my Uncle Bobby and Aunt Jan for coming to visit and treating the kids to a great day and some thoughtful treats.

 

 

2nd Year Cubbies

Tonight kicked off Elyse's second year as an Awana Cubbie.  Sadly her class was separated due to an increase in children; however since she still had the same teacher and her best friend she couldn't have been happier.

What a difference a year makes!

AWANA 2013

 

 AWANA 2012