Getting Ready to Go.....

Someone is ready to go on Springbreak.....

Father Daughter Dance 2013

Last weekend was Dawson's annual Father Daughter dance.  It was a circus theme so there was a lot going on.  They had circus games, balloon makers, a photo booth, popcorn, cotton candy, and many more fun activities.  Last year she wasn't so sure because she did not know what it was about but this year, she remembered how much fun it was and was very excited.  We even had to get her hair braided.  

Each grade level puts together a gift basket and the families buy tickets to put in which ones they are interested.  They are then raffled off.

Well, Dawson decided to put many of her tickets in the WIN A FISH drawing.  Guess what?  We have a new pet named "Goldie."  I love the giggle...she was just so excited to try and win one!

 A quick look at her braid.  

 Accidentally, she had the same dress as her best friend.  They were both very happy this happened!  

 There is a photographer on site so each family can get a family picture.  She is always so shy as an event begins and just wouldn't do it so, this is what I got!  After awhile, her principal called all the family names that didn't get a picture so she went!  Thank you principal!  I will post that picture soon!

 Loving that sugar!

Leprechaun Trap

Dawson's first school project was to create a leprechaun trap.  Thank goodness she has a lot of artistic ability!  After gathering a few craft supplies, she went to work!  I have to admit she did the project 99% on her own.  The only part I did was put the glue down for the glitter path.  The rest is all the creativeness of a 5 year old!

 She created and cut out a leprechaun friend to try and lure another leprechaun into the trap.

 A house to make the leprechaun feel more welcome.   Complete with some St. Patrick's day lights, a bed, a treasure chest filled with gold, a ladder and another leprechaun friend!

An overhead view of the whole trap...complete with a glitter path and some green hats to lead the way to the house.

Sunday at the Zoo

 We had unseasonably warm day on Sunday so we ventured to the zoo.  It felt good to get out of the house and walk around for the whole afternoon.  It was also nice to soak up some warm sun rays for a change.  All of the animals were out but, many food stands and kid stations were closed.  We made the best of a beautiful day!  It sure felt like a bit of summer!

This was a picture of the elephant crossing.  Today, the elephant was crossing over from one side of the field to the other.  The reason they do this is to separate the boy elephant from the girls.  This zoo has 5 girls and 1 boy.  The trainer told us it was the first day the elephants have been outside it quite awhile.

 Next came a little climbing.  This structure was made of metal ropes that bounced around as all the kids  tried to climb to the top!

I liked this picture because she was sticking out her tongue trying to remain balanced.  It was a constant wiggle on this structure!

President's Day

ON THE SLOPES!!

The Year of the Snake!

Our annual tradition is to celebrate Chinese New Year.  This time, we had the chance to to share the tradition with my niece Breea, who has never been before! 

 Even after all these years, Dawson is still a little shy when it comes to feeding

 the dragon the red envelope!

Happy Chinese New Year!

Hundred's Day

Happy 100's Day!  Most schools now celebrate the one hundredth day of school.  We even do it in second grade.  It's a way to celebrate what has been learned since the beginning of the school year!  Dawson's class had lots of writing to do along with bringing in 100 of something.  She picked Twizzler Sticks!  The best part about her licorice is that she didn't share them at school, she wanted to bring them home and give them all to her sister Kennedy!  

 HMMM...she has been begging for a puppy for 3 years.  Do you think $100 will get her a puppy? 

 Here she is as a 100 year old lady.  I think she looks pretty good!

Her favorite toy of all is her blue teddy bear.  I love how she wished for 100 of them.  They look just like the one she has except for the colors are different.

 We are not big bee fans!  

And my favorite picture of all is this one.  I love how she showed herself running with lines by her shoes.  So creative!!!