1st day of dance

The 1st day of ballet and tap was Saturday. I didn't get to take any pictures yet because it was a little crazy getting out the of the house Saturday. But for the record they looked really cute in their pink Disney princess leotard! We got to class and the teacher introduced herself and they were off! They do not allow parents to stay and watch because they don't want the kids to be distracted. Which I guess is understandable. I also had my niece with us so her and I went outside for the duration of the class. When the class ended they came out with smiles on their faces and said they really liked it. The teacher said they both cried a little bit but they were fine after a few minutes.
When we got home I was looking in their bags and noticed we only had one pair of ballet slippers and I knew we started the day with two pair. I called the school and the teacher said there weren't any left but they might have put them in the wrong bag. She said she would check their bags next Saturday. That was fine, I figured someone accidentally took them. Well, the teacher called me about an hour later and said one of the moms call from home and noticed her daughter had an extra pair of ballet slippers. Whew!! Thank goodness. From now on I'm checking their bags before we even leave.

1st day of pre-school!!

We survived it! It actually went very well. We were waiting outside the door with all the other kids and the teacher came out to welcome everyone. As soon as she came out Kayla and Chloe were right up there with her. She explained when they went in they would hang up there book bag on the hook that had their name on it. Then they would take their picture and put it by the hook. They were ready to go, I handed them their book bags gave them a kiss and they went in. Of course, I welled up with tears, I was really happy for them and I know they are going to enjoy this. I came to pick them up and the teacher did say Kayla cried a little bit. She said she was done and wanted to go home. I guess it didn't last very long though. They said they had fun and they do want to go back.

1st day of school

walking up the driveway to school

I was peeking through the window before I left, they are

playing in the kitchen.

I hope they enjoy the rest of the school year. Oh and the 1st day of ballet and tap is Saturday. We can't wait!!!

I smell.....SKUNK??!!

We have two cats, Harley who stays inside and Buddy who can't stand to be cooped up very long. He's the adventurous one and hangs outside pretty much all day.

Saturday night when I was calling him to come inside by tapping on a bowl, he usually comes in a couple minutes. It was probably a 1/2 hour or so before he finally showed up at the door. When he came in I smelled something unusual. What is that smell I thought, at first I just thought it was something outside. But then I quickly realized it was Buddy. Oh my goodness it smells like a skunk. Okay it's 11pm on a Saturday night now what do I do. I thought about just kicking him out for the rest of the night. Then I decided to call the 24 hour vet. She told me to make this recipe of 1 quart hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda and 1 teaspoon dish soap. Mix it up and wash him from head to toe. Then rewash him with just the soap. Luckily I had everything. Has anyone ever bathed a cat? Very interesting, but I do have to admit he was really good. He only tried to escape twice. I think he was happy to get rid of the smell! The mixture did work because he smells normal again.

Not really sure what happened out there in the woods but I'm sure he won't mess with a skunk again!

Photo Story Friday - Summer days!!

Hosted by Cecily and MamaGeek

This is probably one of the last hot days of this summer. We decided to have "old fashioned" fun. So I got out the sprinkler...I never see kids running through sprinklers anymore it's always some high tech water gadget, pool or slide! The sprinkler proved to be just as fun!!!

Wordful Wednesday! - Princess Chloe

Angie over at angiescircus is hosting her 1st Wordful Wednesday. Stop by to see who else

is joining the fun!

One day when we were shopping we decided to stop at a year round masquerade store. Of course the girls were having a blast trying on all the costumes. Chloe made the choice that the Belle costume was her favorite!

I won an mp3 player!!

I've been doing some research on mp3 players lately. Mainly because Shawn is requesting one for his birthday and I've been wanting one for the gym. I didn't really want an Ipod. So I started looking into the Sandisk and Zune's. I discovered a website anythingbutipod.com and they had a contest to win an 8GB Sandisk Fuze w/ a 4gb sd card. All you had to do was add a comment and they would randomly draw the winner. Well, he drew my name. I'm so excited, 1st because I really don't win things and 2nd I only have to buy one!!!

The Barbie Jeep Rocks!

My friend gave us this jeep last summer since the girls were only 2 they really didn't get the concept of steering so we were constantly chasing them or steering them in the right direction. This year they have definintly improved their driving skills. I'm actually impressed that they attempt to steer away from things or people that cross their path. I guess with their new found confindence and their constant improvement, they decided they could make their barbie jeep a 3 seater. When I first saw this I was thinking what the heck are they doing someones going to wipe out. But then as I watched them I figured they had it under control. I actually get kind of jealous because I want to ride too!! How come they didn't have these cool toys when I was a kid. I thought it was cool to ride my bigwheel down our driveway, pull the brake and spin out!! That's nothing compared to the thrill of this thing. They cruise over curbs, spin tire, drive backwards, go up hills, even pick up a friend on the way!
One of these days I have to get a picture of all the kids in the cul-de-sac with all the battery operated vehicles...it looks like a mall parking lot!






Here are the girls with their friend Caitlin