Monday, June 21, 2010

For Father's Day...

This weekend was full of events!!! On Friday evening, we took the kids swimming. On Saturday, Anna had dance practice and then that evening Brian and I enjoyed a date night. Since it was Father's day weekend, we did Brian's favorite, pizza and a movie. We went out for dinner at Minsky's Pizza Cafe and went to see the new "Karate Kid" movie that just came out. I liked the movie because they did not try to imitate the original and it had a great story line to it. Sunday was Father's Day and Anna's first dance recital (more about that in the next post). For Father's day, Brian decided that he would just like to enjoy spending time together, so that is what we did. Here is a little collage and note in honor of Father's day for Brian.

Brian--Even before we were married, I knew you would be a great father. I knew this because of your honesty, integrity, and compassionate heart. You are succeeding as a father, and most importantly is the example of Christ that you bring to our family. Thank you for your leadership, your love, your care, your hard work, and your perseverance through life. You have helped me to become a better mother and person because of your faithfulness. As I watch Anna and Micaiah grow, I cannot but smile and give thanks to God for this beautiful family. You are an inspiring man of God and I am so blessed to share this life with you. You are my very best friend and I am grateful that you have chosen me to be yours. You have given to Anna and Micaiah much more than you may understand...including their blonde hair and green eyes that are priceless. Thank you for helping to keep me youthful and for leading our family in truth and in love.
Happy Father's day!
Hugs and love from all of us!

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

My Cookie Monsters!

Cookie Monster #1

Cookie Monster #2
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This treat was especially wonderful to Anna.
It was her first treat in 3 days!!!
She made the mistake of indulging in a handful of 'rewards' when she was not supposed to and lost the privilege of treats for three days.
She has learned that "greedy, greedy makes a hungry puppy!"
Now, she has learned her lesson and even refers to this saying.
I love parenting our kids...and am so thankful for life lessons like this that make teaching AND learning quite a treat!

Monday, June 14, 2010

Power Play

This weekend, we went to Power Play!!!
We really enjoy this family entertainment place. Anna and Micaiah play in the "kid zone" most of the time. Micaiah liked all the button pushing, especially on the helicopter. Anna has discovered that she likes to sit on the motorcycle rides and that throwing the skee balls up the isle does NOT get you more points or balls!!! Brian and I are looking forward to doing a date night here so that we can play laser tag and glow-in-the-dark mini golf.





It was a great time...and sometimes its just fun to be a kid! :)