The 1st day of school!

I CAN'T BELIEVE HOW BIG MY BOY IS NOW!!!!

I was a little anxious about Aidan's first day. You never know what these days will bring....tears, silliness, meltdowns, or we could be totally fine. That was the case today. Aidan did great. At one point he looked at me and said, "Mom...you can leave now." I can't wait to hear all about his first day. I am sure I will be thinking about him all day! He sure looked cute in his uniform!!!!

PRE-K Playdate!

Today Aidan had his Pre-K playdate and met his teachers! Matt was taking him! Here he is before he leaves for school! He has his new "Buzz Lightyear" backpack! His official 1st day is Wednesday!

Tinker just wanted her picture taken too!

Wedding Reception!

Aidan at the end of the night!

Daddy and Lily on the dance floor!

(NEW) Jaime and Aidan share a dance!

Aidan and Tristan bust some moves on the dance floor!

Chris dances with Lily!

The Steinmetz Family! They are a good lookin bunch!

Aidan and Lily before the party smile for mommy!
Belle was a big hit at the reception! Everyone told me how cute she was and how much she looked like me! (YAY!)

Belle's new play gym!

We bought this for Belle this weekend! SHe loves it! It plays music and has all sorts of things for her to look at!

Belle is 4 months old!!!

This is Belle's new trick...holding her legs in there. She hasn't grabbed them yet

She is also quite the talker and has really discovered her hands!

ALL smiles...as usual!

Mommy wants a picture with her sweet baby!

Talking and smiling right after a tubby!

My sleeping beauty!

Lily gives her sister a kiss!

Smile for mommy!

Belle is 4 months old! I have been taking pictures of her all week! She is talking and moving like crazy! She puts her hands in the air and can bring them together. She kicks her legs and I know it won't be long until she grabs one! She is so happy and is getting bigger and bigger every day! Yesterday Aidan and lily had her belly laughing. I have never seen a baby laugh like that before! She started at Mrs. Amy's this week and seems to be adjusting ok. (Probably better than mommy....)

Aidan and Lily!!!!!!!!!

This is Lily's signature move...hands on the hips....of course she has NO clothes but she does have her purse!

We borrowed a Toy Story puzzle from a friend and Aidan loves it! He is so proud that he can put it together all by himself!

SAD!

The day has come and it is time for me to return to work! I find myself feeling a bit sick! I knew this day was coming but being off with the kids and spending each day with Belle has been so amazing! I have been off since February 28th! That was the day the doctor told me that I would not be working any longer! I remember feeling sad then and so worried about Anabelle! Now she is hear and is such a blessing! I can't imagine life without her! I am so lucky to have 3 amazing kids but I am trying to get a grip on reality! Oh..to be rich and to be able to stay at home with my kids.....
Goal #1: Just make it through tomorrow!
Goal #2: DO it without crying!
Goal #3: Try not to bite the person's head off at work who asks me, "Are you so sad to leave your baby?"

One day at a time....at least I only have to go a half day without Belle!

Belle's new trick!

Belle holds a rattle for the first time by herself with both hands! She is getting so big and is so alert!

Aidan's new haircut!

This is my boy's new haircut! He looks soooo big and sooo darn cute! He is ready for Pre-K!

Happy Birthday Hannah!

Hannah turns 16! We were so happy we got to celebrate Hannah's birthday with her!

Uncle Jay gives Lily some love!

Daddy dances with Tinker!

Lily loves to have the fan blow air up her dress!

Hannah with Aidan and Lily! Hannah is 16 but the kids consider her their friend! They were so happy to go to Hannah's birthday! Hannah is such a good kid!
Lily and Brookelyn show off their polka dot swimsuits!
The girls get ready for a swim!

Anabelle naps in her crib!

Belle has been taking naps in her crib! SOooo cute!

A playdate with Caleb!

Rub a dub dub...4 kids in a tub...

When we were at my sister's house...al 4 kids got in their tub! Lots of splashing, giggles and fun!

Water Park Fun!

The girls and I headed to Cape on Saturday and Byron got us all tickets to the water park! The kids had sooo much fun! Mom watched Belle...which is a good thing since my 2 year old thinks she is a fish! We had so much fun! I got to hang out with my mom and dad and then we headed to Beth's and spent the night! I love being home with my family!

Aidan, Lily, Ella and Sam are definitely having fun!

Sam loves the water too! He says "Cheese" for the camera!