Swimming at Grandma's

When Maria and I were little, we spent many a summer day at our Grandma's house, swimming. Her condo had a giant outdoor pool, and Mom would drop us off for the afternoon. What wonderful memories!

Now that MY Mom is retired (whoo hoo, Mom!), I think she wanted to do the same for her grandsons. No, she doesn't live in a condo association with a giant pool, but she bought a super-cool, above-ground pool for the boys to splash around in. They LOVE LOVE LOVE it!

Happy 6th Birthday Evan!

This year we celebrated Evan's 6th at Pacific Park. It was a very simple Mario Brothers themed party. The weather was gorgeous, but way too windy!!


Evan with his best buddy Ethan

The darling divas - Taryn & Rachel

My walking baby Jaren with Grandma

Mario Junior?

My Little Graduate

Today was Evan's last day in Kindergarten!

He had a wonderful year, and a wonderful teacher, Ms. Tucker.

Messy Mac N Cheese

Today was the first time Jaren truly showed an interest in feeding himself using a utensil. I went with it... He gave up on the utensil...

Look What I Did!

I joined a Crafter's Book Club, and this time I got a bunch of sewing/craft books. One in particular is called "One Yard Wonders", and it has a ton of projects that require just one yard of fabric. I LOVED the idea of the "Petite Diaper Tote", so I made my own! Just big enough for a couple of diapers, wipes, and a sippy cup/snack. I improvised a little, but I'm really happy with the way it turned out. :)

Changing Pad (wraps up w/ Velcro)

Changing pad Velcros onto the back of the bag (or fits inside).

CUTE!!

First Park Day of 2010!

This morning we met a bunch of friends at Pacific Park. The weather was partly sunny, a tad windy, but very pleasant overall. I'm sure we'll be spending a LOT of time at various parks this coming summer!

Jaren on the swing!

Rachel, Taryn and Evan

Claire & Jaren

Kindergarten Musical "Informance"

Today was Evan's Kindergarten Musical "Informance". It was held in the music room at BBC (usually concerts are held in the gym and in the evening, but because Kindergarteners tend to get shy, they shelter them this year).

It was SO cute!! Not one kid acted up, cried, or anything! Evan was so excited to see Jaren and Mommy sitting there when he walked in and to the top level of the risers. :)

The kids did about half a dozen little numbers, ranging from hand rhymes, singing, dancing and xylophone playing. Ms. Velasquez is a very positive and effective teacher - we loved it, Evan!!