Treasure Hunt

Snapdragon's class went on a treasure hunt at school today and they paid a visit to my room at school. I love teaching at the same school that she attends! I get to see her while I work!

Hey Papa, check out the newspaper hat!

Birthday Party Day!

Late night cleaning and baking.
More cleaning and prep in the morning.
Glitter covering every square inch of the floor.
Two hours of cute little girl giggles (and some tears).
Smile on birthday girl's face...PRICELESS!

Happy 4th Birthday, Snapdragon! We would do it all over again for you!

Thanks to all of Snapdragon's friends for a fun party!

Happy Birthday, Snapdragon!

It's official! Snapdragon is four years old! We had our family celebration today and she has invited some of her friends from school to a party at our house next Saturday. On a side note, I painted the picture/collage to hang in Snapdragon's room yesterday. It was good therapy!

That 70's Girl

Buttercup dressed as a character from "That 70's Show" for Decades Day during Catholic Schools Week.

Memory Lane

This post makes me cry! Love you, Buttercup!

Busy Girl

It was nice to have another surprise snow day on Friday, except for the fact that Lou's car broke down. It was the altenator, so you can guess the expense. I spent the day deep cleaning Friday and going through old pictures. Buttercup and I were amazed at all the places we have been. We started a new project with some of the photo frames I received for Christmas. We are going to make a wall of photos in the hallway of places we have been and leave room for places we will go. Looking at the pictures made me a little homesick for Cali and all of the warm sunshine and our friends there. Also, I miss that little blonde-headed California girl. Where did the time go? I can't believe Buttercup is 13!



Snapdragon managed to keep me busy the rest of the weekend with crafts and making Rice Krispy treats. We also went shopping at Michael's and played at McDonald's for a little while. When we ran out of things to do, we made all of her Valentines and completed her birthday party invitations. It's a good thing we have school tomorrow. I'm tired! Scroll down to the bottom of the blog page and turn the music player off to hear the Valentine making process. No, I'm not a Tiger Mom, but I think I might coin the term, "Tiger Child!" I know I need to cherish every moment with this little one. Time sure does fly when you're having fun!

Snow Day, 2011!

What a great surprise! This snow day is just what we needed after a tiring weekend with Buttercup's birthday!

If you want to hear Snapdragon having a tea party with her snowman, scroll down to the bottom and pause the music player.