Like a Fish

Swimming like a fish? Well, we're gettin' there. Holyn & Max started swim lessons on the 9th and are loving it again this summer. They get a kick out of keeping the rubber duck afloat and kickin' up a storm. They are in different classes, but their classes are right next to each other. They say hello to each other every now and then. Holyn is mastering the flutter kick while Max is a pro at blowing bubbles and floating on his back (kinda). I'll give ya an update soon on week #2.

Girls Just Wanna Have Fun

Holyn had her dance recital on the 7th and did a fabulous job. All the other little dancers kept close watch of her moves, and what was coming up next. Holyn performed like she's been doing this all her life! Her jazz/ballet dance music was "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun" and the tap routine was to "L.O.V.E." (you can hear both playing on the blog).

During the dress rehearsal on the 6th, Holyn received a Star Award for Leadership for always being a great leader and helper to her instructor during class (about 8 dancers received awards in the entire studio). Our big girl marched up on stage to collect her certificate and medal with a beaming smile. We're so proud of you Holyn!!

Thank You!!

Thank you everyone who sent best wishes to Holyn for her graduation and upcoming recital. What a nice surprise to have new makeover supplies (already used on Boppa), shoes, flowers delivered to your door and money burning a hole in your pocket!! Which leads to a trip to Toys R' Us (and new Littlest Pet Shop pets) . Thank you, thank you, thank you to Boppa & Papa Jim, Grandma Ellen, Randy & Sheryl & family and Bob, Sandy and Jill. You made her day (and you shouldn't have - but glad you did). We love you.

A Base Hit and RBI

Holyn does it again!! Tonight she got two more base hits, with one batting in a run. Our friend Marcia yelled out at Holyn just before her second hit and said, "We'll go get ice cream!!" And Holyn cracked it. Holyn did a great job running and playing in the in-field too. Max was thrilled when it ended so he could run the bases. Next year kid its your turn!

I'm a slugger!

Last night was the big game. Holyn got two base hits and received the game ball!! We were so proud of her and she was really proud of herself. Her coach was so excited, she picked her up off 1st base and hugged her. Eveyone in the crowd screamed yah Holyn, and she just beamed. She even got to try being the pitcher (next to the pitching machine) and really ran for every ball. When we got home Holyn called Lant to tell him about the big day, and said, "Hey Dad, I'm a Slug. No wait, I'm a Slugger!!"

Hello Super Nanny?

Oh the things little boys will do (and say). Max is really testing us lately. His independence is really coming through, and boy does he like to have his way (I don't know where he gets that from ... ha ha). I think today he spent more time in time-out than anything else. He loves to play rough, and wrestle with Dad (and anyone else that he comes into contact with). Let's hope this phase doesn't last much longer, I'm getting horse!

Graduated!!

My big girl has graduated... from Pre-Kindergarten! Today Holyn got her diploma and is moving on to Kindergarten this fall. She welcomed the parents and friends to the ceremony and even sang a solo of one of the songs she has learned this year. After the festivities (and pictures) we all toasted with cookies and punch.