School Days... Cool Days

The girls are both getting into the swing of their new classes. All of Darby's papers that are coming home are really good, and she has done well on her homework so far. She even seems excited about homework this year. No phonograph homework yet, it has been math stuff so far. My little chatterbox is very social, and because of this she did have to move her desk last week. On open house she picked the desk right next to our neighbor Kylie. I knew it could spell trouble!
Corgan is in Early preschool and doing well. The first day was a bit rough because when she came home I noticed she cut her dress several times with scissors,but we have discussed she is not on Project Runway yet.
I have been told she is doing well choosing her center to work/play in, and her weekly jobs.

First Grade

It seems impossible to me that Darby is starting First Grade. It seems like only yesterday I was potty training her, and picking out a new preschool! She was so excited about Open House tonight and I think she is going to have a very good year. She was so happy to see her friends and catch up. I am so proud of my little Boo! She is becoming so independent and has opinions about clothes, shoes, and everything. She is growing up, I just wish it would slow down a bit!

Memorial Day Weekend

We started the long weekend off right. Mike, the girls and I headed to the Farmers Market at Village Pointe. We scored some yummy spinach, salsa, and tomatoes. Mike is set to make bruscheta for the Memorial day BBQ, and the tomatoes look fantastic. Darby and I are excited to try the spinach out in a nice big green monster in the morning.
We spent a lot of time outdoors, and even though Darby was sad the neighbor girls were away I would never figure it out, because Corgan and her had a ball.

Popsicle breaks on the deck are always a favorite this time of year..



And all survived Corgan's first try at the slip and slide.






I can't wait to see what the rest of the long weekend has in store for us!

First recital!

Well I survived, and Darby had a blast. Saturday May 8th was Darby's first dance recital. She LOVED it, so I think it will be the first of many for me. I felt totally out of my element and it was a really tough few days. I am not used to putting makeup on my 5 year old, or curling her hair. It was tough stuff! It was wonderful to see how excited she was, and my younger sister was able to come into town to surprise her. Darby was so excited Kristin was in town, she is still talking about it. I was also surprised Corgan did SUCH a good job sitting still and watching the performance.

Munchies with Mommy!

For Mother's day I was able to attend Munchies with Mommy at Darby's school. We had a wonderful morning where we shared snacks, painted a pot together, and Darby recited poetry and sang songs. The drive back to work was a tough one as I realized I think it is the last Mother's Day I will attend a school "party" with Darby. First grade is right around the corner, and my baby is growing up. Darby and I painted the pot with my favorite color (green) and her favorite (purple) it was a wonderful gift and I adore it. Can't wait to have some free time so we can plant a flower in it together as well!
Corgan made me a wonderful picture frame, and she was so excited to give it to me. I am blessed!

Welcome Springtime

This weekend was busy but fun! Saturday Darby has swimming, and then we took Corgan for her first haircut. We took her to Sweet and Sassy where Darby gets her haircut, and they do this cut little "First Haircut package". It was adorable. She was scared at first, but did great. I was having second thoughts all day about cutting it, but it looks adorable and I am so glad I did it.
Saturday night Caitlyn came over for a play date and the girls all played well together and had a blast.
Sunday was Easter and it was a BEAUTIFUL day. We were surrounded by Family and the girls had so much fun playing with thier cousins outside.
The Easter bunny was good to us all, and we are all very excited for Spring and warm temperatures!

Easter Eggs!

Last night the girls colored Easter Eggs and we had a GREAT time!
Corgan liked to throw the eggs into the dye, she wasn't really about placing them in gently. Darby liked to draw cool designs or write words on them. They really worked together, and we had a very good family night. I would say my girls are very excited for the Easter Bunny's arrival this evening.
We plan on hitting an Easter Egg hunt later, and both girls will have a few tomorrow so it should be a fun weekend. The weather sounds like it is supposed to be beautiful as well!