May

Roland-Story PTO Carnival

Sounds fun right?? Sounded so fun that I decided to volunteer. I was the logistic coodinator. I made all the signs and maps for the carnival. It was a BIG job. I stayed up until 1am-2am every night for about 3 nights leading up to the carnival. I love being creative but that was that was lots of work. It is was worth it though. The carnival was a success! The kids had so much fun and we were able to make some money for the PTO who helps the school in many ways.

The theme was Wild Wild West so that is why the kids were in western clothing.

Ryan playing carnival games

Didn't get a photo of Veronika playing games. She was hanging out with her friends instead of hanging out with mom and dad. She is in this photo but you can barely see her. They were waiting for balloon animals.

Little Norse Relays

What a fun day for the kids. Beautiful weather for some track and field events. I took a half day off of work to go watch the kids. So glad I did.

This is Veronika winning long jump. She got 1st place.

Kindergartners didn't get to do as much as the older kids. Ryan is giving the football throw a try.

Veronika's relay race. They did really good. She is in the 3rd lane from the left. The only girl in the photo. Pretty good job keeping up with those boys.

V and her good friend, Claire

Happy Mother's Day

What a great day. Wonderful weather made it even better.

Ben got donuts and coffee for breakfast then the kids gave me their gifts - a weather radio, alarm clock and a campfire tales book with handmade cards.

Next we headed out for a drive. We went to look at a couple campground in the area. Everyone is looking forward to the first camping trip of the year. We looked at Hickory Grove and Rock Creek. My grandparents and uncle/aunt met us at Rock Creek for a little visit. The wildlife even joined us for the afternoon.

I have to say Ryan's class cookbook was the best gift. The kids came up with their version of favorite recipes. We were laughing out loud while reading the recipes. I love this type of gift. I will cherish it forever.

I have been blessed with a wonderful family. I am so proud.

I am very behind in blogging. Sorry. I do plan on going back and adding some the great moments that have happened in the last two months. Free time was been hard to come by since adding Veronika to our family. Wouldn't change it for the world though.

Happy Birthday Colt - Colorado 2010 Trip #1

The kids and I made a quick weekend trip to Colorado. Couldn't resist celebrating one of our favorite little guys 2nd birthday.

Colt with his mom and dad

Up, Up and Away

Colt had a party with a bunch of his little friends. I think it is safe to say HE WAS TIRED. Resorted to playing with all the new toys while laying on the couch.

My kids really do love their little cousin

Ryan hadn't been on an airplane for a few years so he thrilled to fly. These short flights are a piece of cake to Veronika and I. Much better than the 11+ hour flights to and from Russia.

We didn't have time to do much else other than hang out at Lynn and Michael's house. It is was nice and relaxing. We will be back to Colorado in July so we can go and explore in a couple months.