David's Birthday Party

We were invited to David's Birthday Party and the girls were so excited to see Olivia and Bella. They went swimming for a little while but the highlight of the night was when they all put on a belly dancing skirt and shook their little booties. Little did they know, that Papaw was waiting with a gold dollar to reward them for their dancing abilities. They were all so surprised and loved every minute of the attention. They were all so darn cute. I love to see the girls show their personalities in front of others. It was a great fun and we met some great people.

Ladybugs Soccer

We had our first soccer game of this season. It was one hot morning. We have a new coach this season because our last coach didn't coach because his daughter would never play in a game. We have become good friends with them and really miss Coach David and his coaching. When I received the email from our new coach I was pleasantly surprised to see the name of an old friend. Mike and I use to play sand volleyball together and we had lost touch. It truly is such a small world.

The girls did great. Brooke scored two goals one for us and one for the other team. Brooke told us she was going to score 55 goals. Presley on the other hand will practice with Gary and run circles around him but when it comes to the game she seems shy and reserve in the game. We need to work on that with her to make her feel comfortable during practice and in games. I am so proud of the both of them. They have come a long way from their very first game when all they cared about was picking flowers.

Parr Park

We decided to go to Parr Park this evening and yes, it was still hot outside. Brooke was in rare form and was posing for my pictures tonight. I love when that happens, it makes my heart happy. Presley was running and climbing more than usual. I think the new tennis shoes helped. She said, " they made her run fast." We took the soccer balls but that didn't last long because it was so hot and they wanted to play instead of practice kicking the soccer ball around. I don't blame them on that one. I cherish the special family fun times.

Play Date With Maggie

I love to listen to little girls playing. Today we had Maggie over for a play date. They played school and with their babies. One of the things I heard, " Mason is in time out for punching and biting." It makes me laugh but also wonders where they come up with these things. As I looked up Brooke had her baby down her shirt with the head sticking out. I realized she was pretending she had one of those bands on to carry a baby. Kids are more observant than we give them credit. They had a great time and played well together.

We made cookies or I should say, I made cookies because when it was time to start the cookies they didn't want to stop playing long enough to help. But they sure did enjoy eating them.

I bought the girls a new cart for some of their art stuff. I was tired of the paper, crayons, pencils and markers ending up everywhere. Presley was most excited that the cart had wheels and she could roll it next to the table. It's the little things that matter.

First Day Of School 2011-2012

Brooke, Presley, and Maggie

Presley and Brooke with Mrs. Dashner

You both were so excited for your first day of school. I only had to tell you one time to get up and you both were up and ready to start  your day. It made me a little sad because we have had such a wonderful summer. I am so proud of you and adore that you both are becoming such young ladies.

My wish for you is that you both have a great year and continue to grow with God. I love you to the moon and back!