Ella and Kipton days..

For a couple of Wednesday's in May we got to spend some quality time with cousin's Ella and Kipton when we babysat for them in the afternoon.  We had lots of fun together.  It's always such a treat getting to spend time with them.  I had lots of 'big' helpers- especially when it came to helping with Kip.

Ella playing photographer. :) 

Kooper was posing for her. 

Kolter enjoyed Kip's bucket as well as the swing.  

Big smiles from one of the world's most content and happy little boy's. 

(he even had a double ear infection in this pic~sure wouldn't know it)

Splash of Spring

Last Friday was unseasonably warm and we took full advantage of it.  We busted out the kiddie pool with nothing but straight out of the hose cold water.  The kids didn't mind a bit and spent about three hours splishing and splashing.  The boat tube was a big hit!  Kind of big for the small pool but again they didn't mind.  I enjoyed watching them laughing and splashing about.  Looking forward to summer and many more pool days. 

A little 'hunting' play after all the swimming. :) 

High Flying Fun

We picked up some kites for $1 at Walmart and the kids had a blast flying them.  Who would've thought $3 could bring so much fun?! 

Some issues with them getting entangled did arise but dad was on it. 

Kolter's string also broke.

 (love the look of disappointment in his face when he noticed the kite wasn't flying)

Daddy to the rescue again and the kite was salvaged and back in the air in no time. 

Looking for a cheap, yet fun, to-do we suggest buying some dollar kites.

Tulip Time

 

The weather during the Tulip Time week couldn't have been more perfect.  We had a wonderful time heading down to watch the dancers, we enjoyed the parade and also an elephant ear or two.   

They only dressed up once.  Kennedy thought it was embarrassing to be in costume. :)  (and so it begins)  I didn't push it since it was rather warm most of the week.  At least they humored me for some good pics.  That's really all that matters anyway, right? 

We headed down a night with my friend Amanda and her two kids.  We also met up with Jill and Brad for a quick pic with the cousins.  Another great night! 

Future couple? 

Wouldn't it be something to show this at their wedding someday? 

(us mom's and our plans. :) ) 

Parade day!! 

Many thanks to Ryan S. for scoring us some great seats.

The kids had a blast with Kailyn and Will, as usual.

Perfect parade day!! 

Sno-cones were the prefect end to a fun filled day/week!