A Day Trip to Banff

Crystal and I took our kids for a little adventure to the mountains! We were going to walk along a few trails, but a grizzly was in the area. We very happily played at a park. Crystal and I met in Victoria about ten years ago. She and her husband Andrew have a little girl named Grace, and a baby due in January. We really enjoyed the drive together. The children were strapped in and happy, and we were able to visit without much distraction. It was a wonderful day.

The Joy of Ice Cream!

A Big Day of Firsts!

Ethan's preschool had an end of the year "Fun Day". Ethan had his first sack race, and a three leg race. He was soooo excited to compete.

Sophie really enjoyed her first weiner roast. Unfortunately it was very cold that day, so a smile from her was a little far fetched. Lee took the day off to be with us and it was awesome.

Fun at the Farm!

Kelsey, Ethan, and Avery

A few random pictures

I wasn't to sure what to say about these pics, but they were just cute moments.

Thanks Auntie Laura for the presents!!!

Grandpa went along with Ethan and his preschool to a farm. Ethan was so excited about riding the school bus with his grandpa!

Lions, Tigers, and Diggers Oh My!

My dad and I took the kids to the Calgary Zoo. They saw everything from camels to hippos. We were a little shocked at how amazed they were at the diggers. I shouldn't be suprised by this, especially having boys. We had a good laugh over this one!

Afternoon tea with my lovely Mom

Today I let Sophie have her nap in my bed. This is a real treat to her, and it doesn't happen very often. As I went into the room to get her, I noticed that my underwear drawer was open. Sophie was yelling, "Mummy look I'm an angel! I'm an angel!" I had to compliment her on her beautiful "wings". It may be a long while before we allow naps in Moms room again!

"It's beginning to look a lot like Summer?"

Our little "Beckham"

This picture is one of my favorites. Levi just thought that he would join in a game of soccer at the park. I just couldn't believe how daring he was against these boys. With his hands in the air, it was as if he was saying "I'm open I'm open". I better start gearing up to be a soccer mom!

Family time at the park!

Levi means serious business!

Last night as I was heading to bed, I thought that I would check in on the kids one last time. To my suprise, Ethan was sitting up in his bed. He said to me; "Mommy, I've been in my bed now for forty days and forty nights"! I told him to lie down, and that morning would come soon. He said Ok Mom. I guess you can tell that we have been reading quite a few bible stories lately.

A few random shots to share!

Summer is here!

Ethan and Sophie were very interested in this man who was fishing at the lake. I have a feeling we will be doing a lot of fishing this summer!

Exploring at the beach!

Levi met a new friend at the beach. Her name was Elle, and they were born on the exact same day Dec.16/05.

Girls night out!

Last night, I had a wonderful dinner out with Linda and Lee's sisters Tisha, Molly, and Suzanne. I had the best tasting pizza of my life, along with one of my favorite desserts tiramisu! I get such pleasure from great company and good food. It has been great, getting to know Lee's family here in Calgary.

The symptoms of "suger overload" can vary from one child to the next.