Saturday, May 31, 2014

May Highlights–Outdoor Fun and More

With school winding down and summer activities starting up, May has been filled with a variety of activities. Some highlights:

Ali has discovered that the baby doll crib is just the right size for her to sit in.

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One of the toy stores had a grand opening complete with Elsa. Ali was in awe of the singing.

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Ava had a move night over a friends house. The girls had fun sprawling on the cushions and mattresses.

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View from above.

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They also (occassionally) sat still enough to watch the movie.

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We took in an outdoor concert one night. Ali likes chilling in the tiger chair.

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And dancing with Mom.

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Ava took a few breaks from dancing to hang out with us as well.

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We did various dressup and playtime activities….Policegirl Ava.

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Ali teaching her class.IMG_1622

And as a doctor.IMG_1623

Ava as the horse.

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The girls have fun at a restaurant near us with outdoor activities. Here they are riding the deer.

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And doing the beanbag toss.IMG_3615

We had some friends over for dinner outside.

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Which inevitably involved swings for the little ones.IMG_3633

We had plenty of pool time.

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even with our hat.

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Til next time – stay cool!

Friday, May 23, 2014

Ava’s School Roundup

After a full school year of fun, Ava’s class wrapped up. Here are some highlights from the school photos from the last few months…

Last day of school!

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Recap  from the first day of school…

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Doing the congo..

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Stretching during movement time.

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Ava with the Cat in the Hat.Smilebox_384559082

Water table time.

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Looks like they are all listening attentively.Smilebox_1243352157

Activities in class.

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Playing hotwheels with friends.

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And making shapes.Smilebox_1505279333

Smiling for the camera!

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Snack time…Smilebox_2608374288

Using masks during a play.Smilebox_3453050144

Acting with our friends.Smilebox_3453050186

Coloring time…Smilebox_3955035992Smilebox_3955036022

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Doing the “school is done” dance.IMG_3652