Adelaide Jane: 6 1/2 Years Old

Dearest Adelaide Jane,

My oh my, how the time sure does fly! How are you already 6 1/2 years old?! You are so wise beyond your years in many, many ways. You are a great big helper with your siblings, around the house, and in your classroom. You are blossoming as a true leader, and my mom-heart is bursting with pride!

You experienced the loss of your first tooth which was big time fun! Ms. Domzalski at SMM pulled it for you and you came home with it tucked safely in a little mini pink tooth case. We read The Night Before the Tooth Fairy then tucked your tooth inside your special tooth fairy pillow. She flew in that night to leave you with a shiny & pink glittery five dollar bill. The excitement on your face was priceless. You have since lost another tooth courtesy of Ms. D and the thrill was still the same!

You went through a bit of separation anxiety from mommy back in the fall. There were lots of tears no matter where you were going without me or wherever I was going without you. A trip to the school counselor revealed that you just missed me so much, but that mommy worried when you were sad. So we settled on lots of hugs & kissed leading up to our goodbyes. It did the trick and we are both feeling much better now ;)

 

You are excelling in all of your sports, and I have truly enjoyed watching your growth develop. Your tennis game is coming along beautifully as you have begun to have rallies with your coach and friends. You are loving gymnastics and are always working to ring the bell with a new skill mastered. Stroke school is keeping you busy and challenged at Blairwood. You swam in a swim meet over Christmas break and got 3rd place in freestyle and backstroke. You conquered your fear of bumping your head while swimming backstroke which was a big moment.

You had your 2nd father/daughter dance at SMM. We got you all dolled up before you met daddy to "surprise" him with your dress. He said you were a princess date and that the two of you had the best time! 

 

You continue to amaze me with your ability to be so intuitive to the needs of mommy, your siblings, and yourself. You are always looking to help and lead. I love this about you my sweet girl.

I love you!

Love,
Mommy

Pancakes & Partying: Vivie Reese Turns One

We had a wonderful morning celebrating Vivie's 1st birthday complete with a pancake brunch, presents galore, and sweet cousins all around! She had presents dressing up the tables, balloons streamed from every angle, and a gorgeous flower wall to host beautiful pictures to cherish. Vivie loved all the attention and she especially enjoyed her first birthday cake!

 

Keystone, Colorado: Winter Break 2019

Last Spring Break we spent a week in Keystone, CO. We had a wonderful time on the mountain, in the town, and exploring all that the ski town has to offer. With a long winter break, we decided to head back there to enjoy some winter time fun. 

With a direct flight from SDF to DEN, it makes travel easy {easier} with four kids. We left at 6:25am and arrived at 7:25am Co time. So we got a full day on Wednesday plus 4 more full days of fun! It totally worth the trip for a long weekend which is what we wanted. 

The kids loved ski school and being on the mountain. Brighton was a first timer and could not wait to get on the mountain. He was so proud to be able to join his siblings. The three of them had a ball and are thirsty for more.

Salem girl enjoyed her time at the Children's Center with lots of playtime, snacks, snow play time, and naps. She graduated from last year to the toddler room which brought more exploring & adventure.

We enjoyed ice skating, dips in the hot tub, sliding into the pool, Kidtopia activities, hitting tennis ball, Valentine's cooking & crafts, and a gourmet V-day meal at Der Fondue Chessel. 



The kids relished in all things snow including new wintery books, Elsa dolls, stuffed penguins, toy polar bears, and a ski outfit for Adelaide's American Girl doll. 

 

Ryan & I enjoyed our time too. From snowboarding to walking the village to sipping hot cocoa and re-hydrating with cold beers to checking out real estate to indulging in the spa. It was an all-around family vacation.

We can't wait to plan our next trip to Keystone!