Sydney's Dance Recital

Sydney has been working very hard for the past year, all building up to her big dance recital this weekend. She did three routines...tap, ballet, and Daddy/Daughter. Unfortunately, I don't think Daron would allow me to post the video of his dance, but he also did great and is such a good Daddy for doing that for Sydney. All of the little girls in her class did amazing and she looked absolutely beautiful!

Sydney's Birthday

Someone please tell this sweet little princess to stop growing up so fast!

To my beautiful daughter, you bring so much joy and love to my life. Your personality is hilarious and I love how you always try to make everyone laugh. You are sweet, kind, caring, smart, and funny. I am so proud of the little girl you are growing into.

Happy Birthday Sydney!

Better Late than Never :o)

Wow! Has it really been 6 months since I updated the blog??? Life has been so busy, so here is a quick recap of the past several months:

Christmas 2010

In February, we were lucky this year to get a ton of snow! That is very rare in Texas, so we really appreciate it when we actually get it. I think the kids missed an entire week of school because it was so cold that the snow and ice never melted. Luckily, we only had to make up two days and didn't end up in school until mid-June!

In March, we had Spring Break, but there is not much to report as we had no time for fun activities since the entire family had the flu. Sydney was even lucky enough to get it twice!

Also, in March and April, Alex started another soccer season. This was his favorite season so far. He had such a great time and really has gotten better at the game. We were lucky enough to be on a team with several kids from his class and from our neighborhood. He was so excited when his teacher came out to watch all her kids play.

For Mother's Day, the kids and Daron treated me to a weekend at a hotel and a wonderful afternoon at the new Legoland Discovery Center. We had a wonderful time exploring and building so many things.

Next up in May, was Sydney's preschool end of year program. They did the cutest little musical performance! Only one more year until kindergarten (insert sniffs here). Here are a few pictures of Sydney with her best friend from preschool.

Also in May was Alex's field day at his school. Due to heavy rain, we had to have it in the gym, but we still had a great time! I just love that I am able to participate in his activities at school.



Finally for May is Alex's 1st grade graduation! He had the best teacher this year, and we are really going to miss her when he is in 2nd grade. I am so proud of him for all he has accomplished this year. He received the following awards: "A" Honor Roll, Outstanding Citizenship, Special Recognition for reading 200+ books, and a Six Flags Reading Award.

Next up is Sydney's birthday, but that deserves a post of its own!