Baptisms And Birthday Fun

This past Saturday was the long awaited baptisms of Lizzy, lil Anthony, and baby Aidan and since it'll be a celebration moment, why not add Lizzy's 5th birthday celebration as well? So that's what happened. The 3 cutie pies had their big blessed day and the reception was birthday style. It was a wonderful day.

Congratulations kids and happy 5th birthday pretty Lizzy!

Monday Fun

Yesterday was a fun full day. The kids played in the pool, our new piano got delivered (no room for our old baby grand ...bummer... so we got an upright one instead), and later in the evening we celebrated Lizzy's 4th birthday at Monica's.

FUN IN THE SUN

Our new piano was going to be delivered so we needed the kids out of the way. Since it was a hot day we took out the portable pool and had the kids play there. David wanted to jump in the pool right away and didn't want to put on his swim trunks. He just wanted his chonies on ... I figured since it was just us in our backyard that would be alright. Got lucky and managed to find Sophia's floaty swimwear in the garage and slipped that on her. Of course, couldn't find any sunscreen so I scrounged up a couple of hats. They had fun splashing/playing in the pool. I don't know where Sophia figured out that swimming involved kicking 'cause she was showing me her kicks ... unfortunately they both were afraid to actually try to swim ... suppose getting them swimming lessons is in order! Anyway, here they are enjoying the pool.

TRYING OUT THE NEW PIANO

LIZZY'S 4TH BIRTHDAY

Lizzy's Recital

This evening was Lizzy's (Monica's granddaughter) debut dance recital. It was a two hour affair and her group "Twinkle Toes" did five dances (3 ballet, 2 tap). She was great! Seriously, for a 3 year old she was awesome. Unfortunately, I can't say the same for the whole production. The choreography was dull. They had the older kids in front while the little ones in the back, which is backwards to me. No backdrop or some sort of prop or color on the stage. For the most part the children looked great in there costumes and I think they enjoyed the attention which they certainly deserved for their valiant efforts.

Great job Lizzy!

Check out her concentration. A wave for her fans!
How precious is she?

The star with her brother and David.