beach with grandma and connie

One of my Mom and her sister Connie's favorite things to do as a kid and still is, is to go to the beach. While she was here visiting we decided that would be a perfect day trip. We had lots of fun playing in the sand and jumping in the waves!

kaelie and boston

kaelie, avery and samantha

Grandma Pam and Connie, her sister

Boston, who doesn't seem to mind having sand all over his face

avery and boston

everyone at the beach!

Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique

We went to Caroline's birthday party at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique in Downtown Disney. It was a blast. The girls got to pick out which makeover they wanted to do. I've never seen such excitement and giggles. We will remember this day forever!Caroline, Olivia and Avery trying on crowns right before their makeovers started

In almost done. Just some final touches of lip stick and she's set!

Princess Avery

Princess Olivia and Princess Avery

Aren't these the prettiest bunch of princess' you've ever seen?

Avery's 4th Birthday

Avery's 4th Birthday party!

We had Avery's party at Pinocchio's a Marionette Puppet Theater.

Kaelie, Avery and Olivia

(Avery was on a funny face kick)

All smiles

Portland/Coast

When we got to Portland, I was shocked by its beauty. It was incredible and unexpected. I had no idea it was so lush and green. I had no idea that you could be hiking up mountains in a matter of minutes from downtown. We had such a good time with the Cooper family. We rented a home right on the coast that was adorable, just a couple hours away. It was such a perfect trip. This trip marks the spot when Avery started hiking. She even completed a 6 mile hike- I was so proud of her. If you ever want to have a wonderful time outdoors, you should definitely consider taking a trip to Portland.

singing group

This year my mom decided to do a singing group and I decided I would help her. I thought it would be a great experience for Avery. I grew up singing when I was little and was excited to see her up on stage. It was a fun experience and I'm glad I was able to help teach her class, even though it was stressful it was still a lot of fun and most importantly, Avery had a blast!

Avery and Camille performing

Avery, Olivia, Sara and Evie 50's style

Sweet Avery

Evie, Camille, Olivia, Avery, Sara and Alee at our last performance for all the parents.

twin jammies

I thought my kids looked so cute in these pajamas. These are the only pair they have the same and they were both so excited to wear them so they could be the same. There such good little buddies!

T-ball Spring 2006

Avery surprised me when she played T-ball. I wasn't sure how she would react being the only girl on the team, but she did fantastic. She was able to play with two of her good buddies Frankie and Mason.

Universal Studios

This year we decided to get Season passes to Universal Studios. Avery and Boston love it here!

Our favorite part of Univeral Studios or as Avery would call it "universala"

Here is Avery with a Suess Character.
Josh and Johnny came to visit and we all went to Universal. We had lots of fun.


Here is our friend Trent with Kevin and Boston on 1 fish 2 fish!
This is my favorite ride!