Disney on Ice

We went to see Disney on Ice Friday night with Grammie, Granddaddy, Aunt Shanna, Uncle Brent, Macenzie, and Abbie. It was Drew's very first "kid show" and he absolutely LOVED it!! As soon as Mickey and Minnie came out on stage, he broke out in a huge smile, clapping, saying "Mickey skatin', Mommy, Mickey skatin'!!" It was so much fun to watch. He also loved the Cars part... "Look, there Lightnin' Queen!!"

Anna Caitlin was a little more hesitant at first. For all of those who know her well, you know she has a HUGE fear of characters when she cannot see their face. The last time we went to Disney World, she took off running in the opposite direction when her path crossed with Tigger. She also hates Chuck E Cheese. So, when Mickey and the gang came out on stage, she begged to leave or go sit on the top row. Once we finally convinced her that the characters could not get off the ice, she calmed down and really enjoyed the rest of the show. The last time Mickey came out, she said "Mommy, I'm not scared anymore. We can go back to Disney World now!!" We may test that theory a little bit more before we plan our next trip!

The Pumpkin Patch

Saturday was our annual trip to Burt's Pumpkin Patch. Mama Judi, Papa Johnny, Aunt JenJen, and Raylie got to go with us this year. It was Raylie's very first trip to a pumpkin patch. We are working on Aunt JenJen who does not believe in carving pumpkins...we may have to invite Ray over to carve with us!!

The hayride is always a favorite, and Drew really enjoyed the talking pumpkins. He even talked back to them this year!! And of course, it would not be a trip to Burt's without "driving" the tractor!! They both picked out their own little pumpkins...a bumpy one for Anna Caitlin and an albino one for Drewsey. They can hardly wait to carve their big pumpkin!!

And Baby Makes FIVE!!

The news is out. Anna Caitlin and Drew are going to have a new baby brother or sister. Anna Caitlin is so excited she can hardly stand it!! All she talks about is carrying around the new baby. Not sure that is such a good idea. Drew has been in denial for a while now. He tells us "I not have a baby." When we ask him if he is going to be a big brother, his response is "no, sissy is." Hope it is not too much of a shock to him when the baby is really here!!

Jonathan and I are very excited also. I got to hear the heartbeat for the first time this week, which is always amazing. I am going to enjoy every part of this, because this will be our last one. So, I am going to do my best to savor every last minute (once I get past the yucky part of pregnancy...that I just cannot savor!!).

Fall is here!!

Finally, fall is here!! My very favorite time of the year. We get colder weather, UGA football, and the fair!! Now I know some of my friends make fun of me, but I still LOVE the fair!! Where else can you get a corndog, a funnel cake, and do some of the best people watching around?? And the kiddos absolutely loved it. I guess they must get that from their mom!! They must have ridden 20 rides, and still were not ready to go home at 10:30. Anna Caitlin is already planning, "Mom, next time we go to the fair, can we...?"

Anna Caitlin's First Dance Recital

Anna Caitlin had her very first dance recital a few weeks ago. She spent the year taking tap and ballet, which she loved. I am not sure how much she learned; she spent alot of time spinning in circles and talking to friends, but she had a great time!! Her spring recital was SO cute. I was not sure if she was going to make it out on stage...she has been known to have some bad cases of stagefright!! At the rehearsal, she did the whole dance sideways so she could watch Ms. Erica in the wings, but at the recital she did great!! Her class danced to "A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes" which was a perfect choice for my little princess!!

Drew Turns Two!!

I can't believe my baby is already two years old!! The plan was to celebrate at the park, but the weather did not cooperate. So, Mommy and Daddy had to do a little bit of improvising the night before the party!! We turned it into a monster truck theme because monster trucks and trains are Drew's two very favorite things (and Barney of course!!) .

We had lots of fun pinning the license plate on the truck and having a monster truck dig. Mr. Eric made Drew's birthday even more special by getting him a REAL monster truck to take his friends for a ride!!

Anna Caitlin Turns Four!!

I can't believe how fast the time goes!! Anna Caitlin turned four on February 27. She has grown up so much over the past year...it seems just like yesterday we were celebrating her very first birthday!! She has had a very busy year!! She has been taking dance and playing soccer, and has been learning so much at Ms. Carol's. She is even starting to read!!

Anna Caitlin celebrated her birthday at Pump It Up with family and friends. She LOVES going down the big slides and jumping. Anna Caitlin picked out an Ariel cake...we are slowly working our way through all of the princesses!! She has already begun to plan her birthday for next year. She says she wants a sleepover, but Daddy is not sure about that yet.

Anna Caitlin got a very special birthday gift this year. Her Daddy and Papa Johnny built her a playhouse of her very own!! She and Drew have had a great time playing in there. They love to cook and make coffee for their mommy!!