More Birthdays

On June 1st, my dad turned 60. I didn't even realize that he was going to be 60 until I ran into someone that knows my dad and mentioned it. I can't believe my dad is 60... so that only means I am getting old too! My dad looks great, he's healthy and definitelydoesn't seem 60. He's still working (part time), although sometimes we keep him full time between my house, the salon and my sisters house! But, all in all, my dad is doing great! So, it was just another birthday. Age doesn't mean a thing... right? We celebrated at my parents house with a delicious dinner, cake and silly kids! Of course, a birthday in our family means the kids blow out the candles and act as though it's their birthday! They loved helping my dad open his cards and presents.

What would a celebration be with out music and dancing. There was plenty of live entertainment- the kids love dancing to Black Eyed Peas! We also celebrated Stacie Lynn's birthday. She turned 31! Happy Birthday Dad and Stacie. We wish you a year full of love, health and happiness!

Memorial Day Parade

We weren't able to go out to the cottage this year because my dad had a small surgery and the rest of the family was out of town. Actually, it wasn't that bad staying home and catching up on things around the house. Plus, we got to venture out to the Walled Lake Memorial Day Parade. We were invited to set up camp at the Lynch n' Son's Funeral Home. (one of my 2nd graders family own's it). It was prime seating complete with food, water and a place for the kids to go to the bathroom if they needed too. It was great! I took my mom, and brother with his family. The kids had a ball seeing the parade and frankily, the adults did too. Lilly, Preston and Lanie collected tons of candy. It was hot, but worth it. I even got my base tan (sunburn) for the summer!

Meeting Snow White and Playing Outside

Can you believe Lilly hugged Snow White? I couldn't either... I had tears in my eyes because this was such a big moment for her. Most of the time, we look at princesses from a distance. Not today, Lilly was so brave! Ryan and I were so proud of her, and she was all smiles after!

We were listening to Snow White read a story at Avery's birthday party.

The water table was perfect for the hot weather we had today! Lilly played outside for the entire afternoon today~ it was great to be home!!

Lilly flying a kite! She did pretty well~

Silly Girl!

Outfit change... bathing suit #2. We usually change outfits a few times each day!

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Princess Party Pictures

Princess Party

Sorry, a bit blurry.

This weekend we celebrated Lilly's birthday! It was a princess themed party.. are you surprised? All her cousins were dressed in their princess dresses and knight atire. The anticipation was killing Lilly all day. By the time the guest arrived, she was back to her shy little self. All day, she talked about all her cousins coming... but when they got to our house, she was a bit nervous with it all! The princesses got to walk up to the house on fashionalbe red carpet! I had a vision of balloons and red carpet as a runway up to the garage... but of course mother nature had another vision. No balloons, it was too windy. And, the garage was closed- so much for entering Lilly's Castle the way I hoped. But, it was still cute!! Despite the cold weather, the kids played outside, had pizza, cupcakes and ice cream and we opened presents. Lilly got so many great gifts. Our families really spoiled her. She is set with new toys and clothes! It was a fabulous day. Lilly loved every minute of it!!
Happy 3rd Birthday, Princess Lilly.

More Easter Pictures

Birthday and Easter
I love this picture!

Malaina, Lilly, Kambree and Preston

Hunting for eggs.

Go, Lilly go!

Happy 3rd Birthday and Happy Easter

Easter at Rochell's



Easter Morning

Lilly wanted to leave fruit snacks too.

This year, Lilly's birthday fell on Easter. So, we started off the morning with an Easter egg hunt. The Easter bunny left a trail of eggs for her starting at the top of the steps! She was also excited to see if the Easter bunny ate what she left for him the night before. Yup, she was satisfied... everything was gone except a tiny piece of carrot. She loved opening the eggs and her basket. She also got to open her gifts from us since it was her "real" birthday! It was a special morning for us! We had breakfast and then later that day made our way to my parents for dinner. She opened her gifts from my parents; we thought it would be less for her to open at her party- and she would be able to enjoy them with less distractions. Then, we went to my Tit's (aunts) house for an Easter Egg hunt and dessert. We sang happy birthday to Lilly! She was a bit confused though... she was wondering where her princess party was? Poor thing, all day we explained to her that it was in a few days. What a hard thing for a 3 year old to understand.

It was a wonderful day~ I always get a bit emotional on Lilly's birthdays. It brings me back to the day she was born and how lucky I am to have such a beautiful little girl. She is the joy of our lives. We just can't believe she is 3!! Hope you had a happy Easter~

Love,

Kelli

Make-Up

I stepped out of the shower to....this!~

Immidately, she says "here momma you want some" (holding my lipstick in her hands). She was so quiet, I didn't even know she was in my bathroom with me! She was so proud of how well she did, and quite honestly,I didn't think it was bad for a almost 3 year old and no mirror!! Is she a girlie girl or what??

Hands On Museum

Learning About the Human Body How strong are you?

Preston loves Trains!

Papa helping Lilly~

A sit and spin- they liked the spin part~

Working well together~

Over my Spring Break, we went to the Hands On Muesum in Ann Arbor. It was just a really cool place. I thought it was perfect for the kids. They could do pretty much everything and touch everything!~ We would definately go back. Plus, who doesn't like an educational activity!

Dundee Water Park

The other day, we ventured out of Wixom to Dundee! We spent the morning at the indoor water park. What a great place for kids... and adults too! We had a great time there. We spent majority of our time in the children's pool, but we were okay with that. The water was warm, the slides were perfect for lilly and it wasn't too deep! We also loved floating on the lazy river! At first, Lilly wasn't so sure about this because it's full of kids splashing, tubs everywhere and mountains raining water on us- but she warmed up and loved this too. Towards the end of our morning, Lilly seemed to be more comfortable with water spraying her in the face- which we were happy to see. We are hoping to go again soon, maybe with more people so that Ryan and I can go on the big water slides together!! We had to go alone- it was fun, but not as much fun when you can have a buddy! Anyone want to go??

It took sometime, but she built up the courage to go down the waterslide.