Dance Pictures

Today the kids had dance pictures for their classes at The Jazz Studio. Lex was simple enough to get ready. Bel on the other hand needed more time and patience. We set up snacks, drinks, toys, and entertainment so her hair could be done without much fuss. It worked!

I've enjoyed watching Lex learn new dance skills this year, but must admit that all the activities have been hard on time. There's so little of it in one day. Lex has also enjoyed the boys' hip hop class, but next year will focus only on soccer & tumbling. Lex, you have done awesome this year! We can't wait to see you perform next month with your class.

This is Bel's favorite pose lately.

And, there was a little bit of pouting...

And more pouting...

But, for the most part, though, she enjoys it!

Cousins & Lagoon

It's not every year we're able to get all the cousins together for an afternoon at Lagoon. Lex was in heaven being able to ride all the rides with them.

The first ride of the day was Rattlesnake Rapids. Needless to say, no one came off the ride dry. Bel was not too happy about being wet.

This is Mike leading the troop down the tunnel to help them dry off. It didn't work very well, but they had fun!

Mike (our brother-in-law's brother) said he hadn't been to a theme park in years so he was having just as much fun as the kids were. Thanks Mike for going on all the "tummy turning" rides with Lex for us!

Cassie was oh so prepared for those mid-afternoon kid munchies. Thanks for the food, Cass!

Bel's Favorite~ the classic carousel!

Mother's Day

"A mother's love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no pity, it dares all things and crushes down remorselessly all that stands in its path."
-- Agatha Christie
*Photo courtesy of new camera (Nikon S8000= AWESOME) for mother's day... thank you Shane!!
 
The "Un-Breakfast in Bed"

 
Family love!
 

 

Lex, My Little Man

Lex also had a big change today. After 7 years of the same hairstyle (give or take a few tweaks), I told him he could cut it any way he'd like to this spring/summer. I figured after the major cut Isabel had, I might as well get this emotional rollercoaster of hair changes done in one day. I took him in this time and watched as curls were cut and then fell to the floor. Yes, I cried. I loved his longer hair, but Lex felt it was too "girl" like. Shane and I decided that who are we to make him have his hair one way when this was how he felt... and he's old enough to decide for himself how his hair should be. So, this is what he wanted and I am happy for him because he is happy. He loves it!

From Toddler to Little Girl

Isabel & I have struggled with her hair for awhile now. It was beautifully long and I adored it along with everyone else who saw it. But, I decided that the struggle and her unhappiness was no longer worth the length. So, sadly we had about 6-7 inches cut off today. Shane took her while I was at work and I know I would have cried had I been there. But, I saw her this afternoon and her hair is still as beautiful as it was before. I think Isabel & I are both very happy with the results.