We had such a nice 4th. Very Relaxing. Saturday morning we had a breakfast at Church, then wen't to my parents for the rest of the day. My mom is in Portland for a week, so she missed out (we missed her too). My dad took us to see Ice Age 3 in 3D. The kids liked it a lot. Gavin didn't want to keep his glasses on after 30 minutes into the movie, so I hope his eyes don't go bad because of it. Other than that, he did good.
After wards we played outside and did some early fireworks in the sun, before we made hamburgers on the grill. Then we hung out in thier back yard / Sod farm for a few hours before it got dark. We watch 3 different cities fireworks show from their backyard. It was so fun and relaxing.
Gavin however, does NOT like fireworks. Brooklyn was the same way at 3 yrs. old. We eventually got him to hold a sparkler. Here is some pictures of our fun day.
I'm sure all of you parents can relate! Walking into your childs room late at night to check on them and make sure their covers are on and they are actually in the bed to find them looking like this...
It's pretty hard keeping your composure so you dont wake them up.
Gavin got WALL-E for going #2 on the potty that day. He was not about to give it up. Brooklyn got the microphone for being patient and helping mommy throughout the day. I hate to say it, but it looks like she's in a coffin. I told you I hated saying that. It almost makes it a creepy picture. So, I'll post this one of her sleeping a few days ago...
Last week we had our 3rd Annual Relief Society Auction. I really look forward to this every year. We get a great turn out, and it's so much fun learning about everyones talents that they are willing to share and to see how competative we all are.
Every year I bring my special cupcakes to Auction off (They also get to cash the coupon in for 1 dozen cupcakes decorated for your specific event throughout the year). This year I decided to change it up a bit. I enjoy baking. I shouldn't, but I do. So, I looked through a fun "Cupcake" recipe book that I have and found a fun treat to make. Can you guess what it is?
It's a TV Dinner. Mashed potatos with Gravy, Peas and Carrots, Pudding and 3 Drum sticks. It was fun to see everyones reaction.
Since I enjoy planning and organizing parties I decided to Auction off helping someone plan a party of their choice. I will make up to 10 invitations, I will decorate the Table scape, and I will make a cake (or cupcakes) to match their theme as well. I'm so excited to help plan a party for a friend of mine, Jackie!
I was lucky enough to walk out of there with a future meal delivery. Niki is going to make our family Baked Parmesan Chicken served on Flakey Croissants, A Garden fresh salad, and a Decadent Chocolate Cake with a rich Ganoush frosting. Okay, wipe your druel. I can't wait!
I'm about 2 weeks behind on this post. Brooklyn is finished with Kindergarten! I'm hoping the saying; "Everything I need to know I learned in Kindergarten" comes into effect soon. I think we have a little more to teach her.
She had a great year. She didn't miss one day of school. Perfect record. I'm so proud of her and the fact that we made it the school year without getting sick (knocking on wood now). I wanted to make her last day special, so she woke up to a decorated table (again) with a end of school year present. When we got home that day ( I went in to volunteer to help with lunch, etc.) Daddy and Gavin was ready to squirt us with a water gun fight. But, little did they know, Brooklyn and I had Silly String we whipped out! She even got to run through a banner that said "Welcome to 1st Grade!" Brian took off work that day, and to continue our celebration, we went down to Mall of America and had some fun. She deserved every minute of fun she got that day.
I still can't believe I'm going to have a 1st Grader!
A while back I posted a blog about doing a craft for the first 5 people who responded to the blog, and I wanted to let you 5 friends know, I HAVEN'T FORGOTTEN ABOUT YOU. My year is not up and I have things in mind for each of you. Be patient!
However, My friend who got me started on that post has come through and gave me the CUTEST gift ever. She gave it to me on Mothers Day which made it even more precious. I love it and look at it every day.
Lynne, you are so talented and inspiring. Thank you so much for my picture...
I'm sitting here looking at my calendar and trying to decide how to post all these events in our lives. They aren't events that most of you want to hear about, I'm sure. Some Doctor visits, Book groups, Church meetings, Piano lessons, Volunteering at school, etc. I guess you didn't miss to much. I'll pick and choose a few. Let's start with May
WHEN I WAS LITTLE
I had to take pictures of her doing this... I used to do the same thing when I was little. A blanket in the middle of the yard with my Barbies (or Cabbage Patch Dolls). Good times, good times.
MEMORIAL WEEKEND
Every year on the Friday before Memorial Day, My mom and I (and the kids) go up to Sauk Centre to put flowers on Nana and Bumpa's grave. This year, my mom was out of town, so I had the privelage to go plant them. Brian took the day off of work and we all took a nice 1 1/2 hour drive up north to the cemetary.
Our tradition is to stop at the McDonalds to use the restroom before we go further into town. We head to the cemetary, clean off the headstone and Bumpa's footstone as well as. Plant the flowers. Then head to Little Sauk to visit my Great Grandma Johnson's grave. Along the way we like to look at the houses and churches that both Nana and Bumpa grew up in and around. We like to stop at one of the local parks for the kids to run around and get their energy out. There is an Amphitheatre there that they like to play on too. My mom also has an Aunt that still lives up there and we try to stop in and visit for a little while. Afterwards, we take one more stop back to the cemetary before we head home. We take a little detour into St. Cloud to have lunch and then visit our favorite Craft store; Crafts Direct. All in all it tends to be a fun, laid back day.
Here are a couple pictures from our day.
This was my mom's sister that passed away a few months after birth.
Okay, check out this video. First of all, we all know how energetic Gavin is. He's a boy and boys are crazy. But, listen to what he says as soon as Brooklyn starts singing. Can you guess his favorite show???
IZZO KIDS
I got to watch all 4 of the Izzo kids Memorial weekend too. Just for a couple hours, but it was fun and the kids love getting together.
Little Nolan is getting so big. He was 3 months in this picture. He is such a happy baby. So mellow too!
THE FIRST BIG FALL
Well at the end of last summer Brooklyn finally learned how to ride her bike without training wheels. She was excited and ready to start up again this spring. Well, on May 2, 2009 the world (the bike really) came tumbling down around Brooklyn. She fell, and it hurt. She was NOT getting back on that bike ever again. Mom should just go ahead and throw it away. Well, after a little TLC and a picture, 20 minutes later she was back on it. Good to go.
She's my little sooper trooper!
UP
I took Brooklyn and her friend Jennie to see UP in 3D on the Saturday it came out. They were two happy little girls to say the least. A couple months ago when Jennie was over playing, we watch the trailer for Pixar's UP and we laughed and laughed. So, I told them I would bring them when it came out. They each got "Kid trays" with Popcorn, soda and a fruit snack, plus the candy we picked out from Target a few minutes before. I don't think either one of them had a lunch that day. This was the invitation we gave to Jennie for a reminder that we would be picking her "UP" at 10 a.m. that morning.
I know, I know, you're all sick of seeing this Easter Crafts Blog. It's crazy how time flies by. A lot has happened in the last 2 months. Give me some more time to update this blog. I'll try to find a few hours this week (TRY being the key word there). Thanks for being patient!
I made a few Easter Crafts this weekend. I've been loving my Cricut Machine since the day I brought it home (about 3+ years ago) and I have been discovering new things to make with it ever since. Brooklyn's having a little play group over tomorrow to play and for lunch. We are going to decorate Easter cookies. This is their Table setting...
