Fall 2011

Birthday Girl

Addison had a great 3rd birthday. She had fun at her party with our family and her godparents. She received all sorts of nice gifts that will keep her (and Ella) busy for some time. I think most of all she enjoyed celebrating with everyone!

She got a "big girl bike" (as she calls it) from us. The second she stepped on it, she picked the riding up quickly and went around the block (1/4 mile or so) with the neighbor kids (and Larry too). She was so proud to ride it with and tote along her babies/stuffed animals in it too.

One Happy Girl!

We had Ella's room painted with a mural. It includes a painting of Bailey (who she happens to adore). This is her favorite part of her room as she tries to "pet" the wall where Bailey is painted! It turned out super cute.

Summer 2011

Our Girls

This free scrapbooking design created with Smilebox

We had Ella's one year pictures taken and at the same time had Addison's three year pictures taken. We did a few combined pictures and they each had their own photos too. Addison was a ham and Ella just wanted to play with the toys and her sister and wanted nothing to do with the photography session. The photographer did capture their little personalities and spirits though despite not 100% cooperation!

Ella's 1st Birthday!

Ella had a great 1st birthday! On her actual birthday July 26th, we celebrated by going out to dinner. She really especially enjoyed her ice-cream sundae! The weekend after her birthday we had our families over and celebrated with a party. She enjoyed her duck cake and opening up her presents.

Loving Summer

We have been enjoying every moment of this Summer. Larry had some time off and we made the most of it! We have almost all of the things on our "Bucket List for Summer 2011" completed: Bay Beach, Door County, WI Dells, Zoo, swimming lessons, concerts in the park, and spending lots of time with family and friends! We look forward to enjoying one more month of Summer fun!