Triceratops Rocks!

Well, I'm finally to June! Loving this catch up time :-)

After a full year of tap lessons, it was finally time for Jaden's recital!  She had practices every Tuesday and worked hard to perfect her routine.

Her wonderful instructor stood in front to assist them if they forgot their steps :-)

They did AWESOME!! I got a video at the dress rehearsal... Check out Jaden's moves!

After recital, we headed to DeBrand for a chocolate celebration!

Jaden received some pretty special bouquets from us and her grandparents.

We also got her a dancer necklace since she did such a wonderful job :-)

This year she has a new instructor and a new group to tap with. I can't wait to see their performance this coming June!!

Way to go, Jaden!!

I'm participating in the Nester's 31 Day Challenge!

PTA Mom

Last night, kindergarten registration lead to an emotional realization...

746 Days of Christmas

Seven-hundred and forty-six.
I took 746 photos this Christmas season.  Ridiculous.  I know you don't want to look through a huge long post with all of these photos, so here is a shortened version.

Our 2011 Christmas... in 4:26!


Have a happy new year!

Dogs Can Dance?

Once upon a time...

In response to that, my wonderful friend made a video for Jaden.  She watched it last night...

If you want to see Lala's video, check it out here:

See you soon, friend!

Project Life: Week 40

There is a shortage of photos this week.  It was another hectic one...  Enjoy!

Mike and the girls brought me flowers, "So you'll stay happy!"  (Jaden)

Taylor immediately goes for the high heels as soon as we are home every day!

Her foot was actually touching the floor in this one :o)

It was my co-worker's last day.  We shared a smooch with our office boyfriend :o)

Here is a video from this week...

Pass me a margarita, STAT!

Happy Dance Time!

It's Friday!! 

That calls for a "dance!" 

Watch as Taylor gets low and Jaden dances circles around her. 

No, they aren't fighting...

I brush and brush and brush and brush my hair!

Name That Tune...

Project Life: Week 4

J loves playing with toys at Gramma Karen's!

"CHEEEEESE!"

Jaden thinks Taylor looks like Santa when she has bubbles on her chin :o)

Jaden's working hard to get a new Jessie Doll!

The girls LOVE bathtime!

Watching Toy Story 3 with my girlies :o)

Jaden was sharing her books with Jude... He looks so thrilled.

Here's a little video from this week...

Happy Monday :o)

How do I love thee?

Let me count the ways:

1. I love the way you snicker like Muttley

2. I love the surprised look you get whenever you see or hear something you like

3. I love you even though you make me regret EVER saying, "I'm glad that's not my kid"

"Why?" you ask?  Well, because this mean mom wouldn't let her have M&Ms before dinner!

Happy Birthday, Mike!

Today is Mike's 29th birthday!

Last week, Kalie and I went to Michigan to Ikea so I could buy Mike a new chair.

"His" chair was a worn faux leather glider rocker with a glider footstool.  I snagged it a few years ago at a garage sale because we needed a chair and well, the price was right!  Needless to say, it has seen better days...

I decided on this lovely duo!

He loves it!

We celebrated at his parents' house last Saturday.

Since Mike isn't a huge fan of cake, his mom got him a DQ ice cream cake!  Jaden helped him blow out his candles.

Last week, I took Jaden shopping.  I told her she could get her dad anything she wanted.  After walking down aisle after aisle, she finally found the perfect gift!  She took it up to the register, along with some money I had given her, and told the cashier, "I'm buying this for my Daddy!  It's a surprise for his birthday and he will love it!"

"Close your eyes, Daddy..."

She got him a basketball hoop to put over the door!

  

At home, it goes over Jaden's bedroom door :o)  They play together and have so much fun! 

Later that night, Mike had some friends over.  We ate, drank, and played some games!  Mike got his groove on with the DDR...

Today, for his special day, I made some treats for him to take to work.  Tonight, Mom, Dad, Mike, the girls, and I are going to Bandido's for his birthday meal! 

Happy birthday, sweetie!  I hope your day is wonderful :o)