Photo Drop

Just a few pictures I've had on my phone...

Afternoon nap.

Makaylin can now write an "M". We are so proud of her! 

morning play time.

morning snack at the bakery. 

morning fun with bubbles outside!

spending our evening on the front porch.

1st day of summer. The kids preferred sitting at the table rather than playing at the park.

KK's new hobby. Twisting her hair. This hasn't been fun for mommy!

lazy summer days on the swing set.

An Evening at the Park

I guess I fell off the blogger train for the last couple of months. I'm not good at blogging- I always intend to do it, but then never get around to it.

Every summer we spend our Monday nights at German Park to see the puppet wagon. If the kids are being good, we also stick around to watch the Concert in the Park. A couple weeks ago we saw the puppet wagon and then watched the "Little Prairie Pickers" perform for a bit. Ryker saw a friend from school, and it was neat to see him so excited! Makaylin loved the concert- she was dancing the evening away! It was such a fun time!

You can't see it unless you zoom in, but she was dancing amongst her mosquito friends. There was a swarm of them and the girl who is afraid of bugs, was so into her dancing that she didn't mind them joining in!

Ryker: Age 3

Ryker is 3 years old!

I can't believe it! If I had to describe him in just one word, I'd choose happy.
A simple word, but fitting for him.

He is curious and has a mind like his daddy's. Always trying to figure out how things work, or how he can get to what he wants (like fruit snacks that are stashed at the tippy top of the pantry). His wheels are constantly turning.

He loves hugs. He runs to dad whenever he gets home from work and it's the cutest thing.

His favorites:
 -anything outside! Wagon rides, trips to the park, and bubbles are among his favs.
 -playing the dirt and flowers. This kid knows the difference between weeds and plants/flowers. He is our resident weeder! :)
 -books. Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, llama llama mad at mama, and the "That's not my..." series are his favs.
 -school!
 -farm animals. he absolutely loves farm animals.
 - being chased around the house. he thinks it's hilarious!

Makaylin: Age 3

Makaylin is 3 years old! 

 Her personality shines bright and I'm a little scared for her teenage years. :) I was asked to describe her in one word during ECFE, and the word I chose was spunky. 

She's silly (see picture below) and loves to get her picture taken. I used to think she was going to be a tomboy, but over the last 6 months or so, her girly side has made an appearance. 

She loves getting her nails painted (and using "nail stickers") and loves her "pretties", but she's not afraid to play in the dirt. 

She's joyful and full of love. You can't get out the door without a "hug and kiss!" and "on the nose!" (kiss on the nose). It doesn't matter who you are. You can't escape her. :)

Her favorite things:
 -baking
 -playing outside
 -iPad
 -"Stuck Like Glue" by Sugarland
 -books. Her favorites currently are: Birthday Monsters, Snuggle Puppy, Llama Llama Mad at Mama.
 -shopping. She likes to grab whatever she likes and put it in the cart!
 -having tea parties with her dolls and stuffed animals
 -Doc McStuffins on Disney Channel

Better Together

We are seeing more and more of these "together" moments with Ryker and Makaylin. 

It makes my heart smile. 

Happy 3rd Birthday, KK & Rykerman!

Today my kiddos are 3 years old! THREE! 

I can't believe how much they've grown up and they need to just stop it! ;) 

Party Time!