June 21-The First day of Summer

The first day of summer is my birthday---this year it was 100 degrees here, so we spent the day at the beach. It was a perfect day and a very relaxing way to spend my birthday. I love the ocean.

Lexi's 2nd Birthday - June 15

Yes, I made this cake---my sister, Andrea, made me think that it was so easy---not so for me!









We had a very simple birthday for Lexi this year. We went to the park with friends and had dinner and a little party. Lexi absolutely loves Elmo and Abby Cadabby so we did the theme around those two. She was a little nervous about all of the attention she was getting during the birthday song and present opening but I'm not surprised---none of my kids like to be in the spotlight!

Our star reader

Taylor was awarded the Star reader in her class at the end of the year(2nd grade). This is a goal that she worked on for the whole school year---she really wanted to be the one sitting in the chair as the star reader. We were, and still are, so proud of her for accomplishing this goal.


Taylor and Sr. Cantoran

Taylor's dance recital (June)

Taylor and her BFF Megan


Waiting at their dress rehearsal


Taylor and her teacher, (Mikelle)


How goofy are these costumes?