Christmas 2010

What I want for Christmas... "weather that is less than 60 degress so I can wear the cool hat, scarf and gloves that Nana bought me!"

Lauren likes to take her time and open her presents with style and grace. What you don't see off to the left, is Matthew's pile of paper and boxes.

I love my Christmas pj's... thanks Nana!

Lauren got a really cool art book that shows your drawings in 3D. Kyle, Quinn, Matthew and Lauren all drew together.

Aunt Cristy bought me this FABULOUS Barbi make-up kit.

Family Feud Wii... oh, it's on!

Merry Christmas!

Grandma and her favorite gang!

We had the best Christmas. Thank you everyone!

Is Santa coming for sure?!?!?

A night out with the family.

We were invited to Opportunity Village this year with Larry's sister and her family. We had a great time and got to see so many beautiful lights!

It's not even cold yet... I just wanted to wear my hat!

We love that our cousins still like to hang out with us. Next year they are going to be in high school and may not think we are so cute. Savor the moment!

Thank you to all of our friends and family who helped us celebrate this season.

Halloween Fun

Halloween was so much fun this year. Not only did Matthew hit the candy jackpot... but Anthony, Leah, Kate and our newest cousin, Ella, came to stay!

Matthew and Ella sharing some cousin love! She is such a sweet girl and Matthew really knew how to take care of her!

Just because we have 2 cute girl cousins, we can't forget about our existing, cute boy cousins. No, that's not a grown man... it's Quinn!

Matthew and Lauren dressed to impress.

I suppose I had this one coming... "Say Yes to the Dress" is our favorite show!

Uncle Larry is the best. No, Lauren isn't holding up the "loser" sign, she's just saying that her dad is #1!

My sweet girls!

Lauren and Kate on the Boulder City train.

Aunt Jenn and Baby Ella enjoying the view from the train.

Two peas on the trampoline pod.

We had the best time ever... please come back again soon!!!

End of Summer

Matthew got a little restless sitting at home this summer so we decided to send him on his first airplane trip by himself. He headed up to WA to stay with Anthony and Leah in Seattle, Nana and Papa at the lake, and even ventured up to Vancouver BC to stay with his Tia. He barely looked back as the flight attendant took him down the jetway... "See ya, mom!"

He was able to do and see a ton of cool things while staying with his Tia. One being the Lynn Valley suspension bridge! What fun...

Yeah, that's right... I crossed that bridge!


First day of 3rd grade!

Lauren's 6th Birthday and the 4th of July

Lauren turned the BIG 6 this year. We had Hello Kitty cupcakes and celebrated with fireworks once again!Our good friend Hope was able to join us for the celebration and we all got on our suits to cool off in the neighbor's pool!

Yes, I am 6 and I am silly!

Ready???? 1......2......3....

My mom takes my picture in this same dress every year on my birthday. You'll have to wait to see how I've grown over the years!

Matthew

Matthew participated in a school play this year called, Honk Jr. He was the Farmer and did a great job. He sang, danced and hopes to get another role next year.

Matthew also played spring baseball for the first time. He was placed on the NY Yankees team and had a really great season. He likes to play third and second base and hopes to play fall ball as well.

Graduation

Lauren graduated from Kindergarten this spring after a very successful year.

Awe, mom... stop taking picutres!

Congratulations to the Kindgergarten class of 2010!

First Grade ~ here I come!

My teacher, Mrs. Beech.

We are so proud of you - good work!

Easter 2010

Easter was a lot of fun this year... we colored eggs with our cousins and got to be as creative as we wanted to be.

The Easter Bunny is sure to hide these eggs and maybe even leave a littel something for all of us!

Matthew found all of his eggs... treats, toys and even some $$$!

Lauren was happy she didn't lose her favorite pink, sparkly egg.

Ahhh, I found more!!!

Spring Break 2010 - Santa Monica Pier, CA

For Spring Break this year, we headed to the beach (our favorite place). This year we went to Santa Monica Pier to take in the sights and great views.
What a beautiful day to stroll the boardwalk!

Lauren and Jenn rode the ferris wheel and could see everything along the beach and pier... spectacular!

Lauren riding high.

Larry took us to a local park that he used to frequent when he was a kid. The rocket ship has been there for over 50 years... see the kids at the top?