Ring Dance

For months now Madison has been looking forward to his Ring Dance.  Not because of the dance but because his girlfriend, Kaitlin, was coming in from Cincinnati to go with him and spend the night at our house.  It did not disappoint.  They had a wonderful time.  Kaitlin's mom and dad drove her in and her mom helped her get ready while we chatted and got to know each other better.  We took pictures, then she and Madison headed out for their first "official" big date.  He took her to Chedder's for dinner and while they were there they met some really nice people.   When Madison went to pay the bill he was told by the waiter that someone had picked up their tab.  It was such a sweet surprise and a great beginning to a great evening.

Kaitlin was excited to get her wrist corsage.

Sophie was so excited.  She cried when they left without her.  She really thought she was going to the dance too.

Mammoo and Pappy came over to see the handsome couple.

They looked gorgeous!

Will and Cate

Prince William married his princess Catherine today.  I remember when his mother, Diana, married Prince Charles when I was younger and was excited to watch this royal wedding.  I love all the history and tradition of the British Royal family.   I got up at 5am to watch the much hyped events unfold and to see Catherines wedding dress and "the kiss".    It did not dissapoint.  It was a glorious wedding!  When Sophie got up I explained to her what was going on.  She is just now starting to get into her princess phase and was excited to see a real one on the TV.  She ran to her room and got her beloved Cinderella book.  Later in the day when we ran our errands Sophie got her "princess on".  After I got her dressed she came to the car wearing her pearls and tiara.  She was giving Princess Catherine a run for her money.

Easter 2011

This year Easter began with stormy weather but that didn't stop us from having a great day.  The kids loved their Easter baskets.  Sophie got the bunny family to add to her Calico critters collection along with lots of other goodies.  

After church we headed over to Aunt D's house for brunch and a quick egg hunt before the rain came again.

Sarah Kate found an egg that went perfectly with her beautiful easter frock.

All the kids (and adults) enjoyed the special cookies Aunt Sandy brought,

Sophie and Lila had so much fun playing together.  

One of the things I love about my son is he is a little goofy.  He got hot and borrowed his little cousins shorts.  Needless to say they were a bit small and we all got a good laugh out of it and some great poses.

Alex was handed a dollie by one of his little girl cousins.  He was sweet and played along.