No more babies (*tear*)!

Lily's birthday morning.

Blowing out her candles

Lighting the candles again because they are so much fun!

Lily is ready to grab a handful.

The cake that Aunt Emily made. Thanks Emmy!

I love Kate's face as Lily uncovers her presents from Grandma


Diving Right In

Lily with her birthday buddy, Papa ( and a very talkative Elmo)

Showing off her baby from Grandma Heckert

Enjoying her candy from Grandma Heckert very much!

So, it has happened, my baby turned two,and now we officially have no more babies in the house-very sad news indeed! Lily had so much fun opening her presents and blowing out her candles, and of course, eating cake. Thanks everybody for all the presents and well wishes!

Football Fun

Last night we went to Andrew's football scrimmage. Even though it was 90 degrees at the start of the game (5pm) we still had a great time. The girls provided ample sideline entertainment for the crowd. Here Kate was being a "horsey" and insisted on Lily taking a ride.
A chill moment.


Ready to cheer!

A great picture of Andrew, he is the center, so the one holding the ball.

Go Andrew! Oh, he is so cute!

Andrew again, middle on the right.

Sunday Morning Fun

A little "wicked witch of the East" fashion.

Looking all grown up.

Sisters!

Happy Fourth of July!

Today, quite out of the ordinary, the temperature was only 68 degrees with a steady stream of rain, so what did we do this dreary 4th of July? We played in the rain at Grandma's house. I have said this before, but my kids are so lucky to have a Grandma that will put boots and them and play in the rain with them.
Kate wanted her own umbrella of course.

Splish, splish, splash!

Even Mommy got in on the action

After having fun in the backyard, we decided to float our duckies down the "river" on the ride of the road.

Go!

The girls didn't exactly understand the point of the game, because they wouldn't leave the ducks alone.

Soaked to the bone and LOVING it!

She obviously was not ready for her close up with the food on her face.

Snatching all the duckies .

Back inside, drying up! What a great way to celebrate the Independence of our nation. I am so happy my girls will have so many wonderful memories with my family, it just can't get any better than this!

Kate's Three Year Old appointment

Kate turned three last Saturday (I will post birthday pics later) and had her doctor's appointment today. She is staying in the 99% at 41.5 inches and 40.8 lbs. Tonight I went into her room and watched my little angel sleep. How quickly these three years have gone! I found myself looking at a little girl, when I could swear that only this morning she was my little bright eyed newborn. I feel a little bit of sadness over the craziness our lives have been since Kate entered the world, school, Lily, graduation, new jobs, buying a house, starting a small business,ect. These things have often stopped me from really paying attention to how quickly my baby was growing. I write this not to wallow in pity, but to determine to be more diligent in acknowledging the little things in life, the Lord's tender mercies. My life has never been more crazy, but it has never held this much joy. I feel so blessed to have a loving husband and two loving daughters.

Sweet Summer Pictures

About a week ago we took the girls to get their pictures taken.

Although it took plenty of coaxing, they did a great job.

Day Four: LEGOLAND

Friday we went to LEGOLAND in Carlsbad California. It was so much fun. This theme park is especially for younger kids, so Kate and Lily had a blast. 

In LEGOLAND they have an area called Miniland where they have recreated cities, buildings, and monuments all in legos in mini size. This is Mount Rushmore.

Giraffes, can you believe they are made out of LEGOS too?

The girl on the right gives you a size comparison for miniland. This is a shot of D.C.

Riding in a Lego Car

Airplane ride

Statue of Liberty of Legos, very cool.

So, today we return to Indiana. Our trip was wonderful, we got to see and do so many things. I think we all really enjoyed California. As for driving in LA, it wasn't bad, I only was honked at 7 times, lost about 5 times, and saw I think 8 speed limit signs in the HOURS I spent in the car navigating the crazy traffic.