Father's Day with Two

We are all so lucky to have such a great dad. The kids because he is so present and will do anything and everything for them. And me, because he is truly a partner in this parenting adventure that will do more than his share, and is always happy to do it.

We started Father's Day with a crepe breakfast and ended it with a few beers at a local brewery. In between we laid low from the heat and enjoyed the day together.

So nice having a 3 year old photographer now!

Mommy Daughter Dates

We've had a couple dates in the last few weeks to continue the bonding time we had while we were all home on maternity leave. Love the special time with this little lady. 

Nail date. I thought she'd be overwhelmed with all the colors, but the girl knows what she wants. 'I said I wanted pink!'. There was a lot of 'Mom, why is she doing that?...Mom, what is she doing to your foot?'

Water Park Date with lots of pools and a few water slides that caused mom some bruises to keep this big girl upright, but it was a fun afternoon!

The New New School

Since the 'new school' didn't work out back in February, we refer to this one as the 'new new school'. Here are some first day pictures. It's been two weeks and so far so good. We still get a few tears at drop off from Audrey, but she talks fondly about it. It helps that summer activities include magic and puppet shows, splash days, basketball, karate, bike day, etc. Something to look forward to and get excited about everyday.
Although through role play, we get the real story. She loves being the teacher and having me the student. Here's how it goes.
Audrey: Now you cry. 'Don't cry, your daddy will be here soon. Why don't you play with your new friends!'
Me: I like my new friends.
Audrey: 'Has your mom ever forgotten you? She'll be here soon!' Do you want me to help you trace? I can help you if you want?'

:)

Full of Spunk

Our little hippie....

Our little athlete..."Let's go for a run!"

And, crashed...after a birthday party with her old school friends....

Smiths Are Coming

Our good friends The Smiths (Andrew, Hana, Adah and Lucy) are moving to Denver! They came out for Memorial Day Weekend to house search. There was a lot of princess play, a Rockies game and a day at the pool. Can't wait for the move later this summer and to see these kids grow together!

These Two...

They love eachother.

A Princess

Always a princess...when she was home with a nanny, I never knew who I was coming home to!