From this to that...

Oh goodness, this is a really hard subject to post for so many reasons.  Isabella is our last baby and we have cherished every moment with her.  We get very emotional when she reaches another milestone, but we also know she has to grow up some day.  This was her very first bed and we loved picking out all the details to her bedroom to make it perfect for her. 

This was Lauren's first big girl bed 10 years ago and is now ready to move onto something new.  I'll do a post on her room once it is finished.  This was Isabella's first night in her bed.  Lauren was even a bit sad saying goddbye to her old bed.  I kept all of her bedding so she is also sharing that with Isabella as well.

 Good Night Mommy and Daddy.

I'll post pictures of their made over rooms just as soon as they are finished!

Raiderette Camp and Performance

The last few years Lauren has really enjoyed doing The Bell High School Raiderette camp, and a few weeks ago she was able to enjoy another saturday morning doing what she loves most and that is dancing!  Here are a few pictures of her doing her thing!

 Isabella and Daddy

Me and Isabella

 This was before the game started, Isabella heard music and started to dance like no one was watching!  Everyone had their eyes on her because she is just so funny to watch.

 Shaking her body!

 Lauren on the field

Here is a great shot of her waiting for the players. 

Delayed 3rd birthday party...finally!

When Isabella turned 3 we were in Germany so she was not able to celebrate with all of her family and friends.  We had to wait until Russell was back home so that he would not miss out. Here are only a few of the many pictures that we took.

 Isabella talking with her cousins.

Climbing our way over the top!

 Getting a Tinkerbell Barbie...it was a big hit!

She LOVES the Tangled movie, so we had Creative Memories create a cake, we provided the figures.  she was so excited and had a great time. We were so happy that all her friends and family were able to share this special day.

Bringing back the old...

This tricycle belonged to Lauren and now she is sharing it with Isabella.

Look at her go!

 She is concentrating!

We are so proud of her!

Gone Too Long...

Russell was gone for 2 very long months and we missed him very much! I thought it would be fun to have this sign hanging when he returned.  Isabella helped Lauren color it, it was sweet to watch them working together for him.  He loved it and we enjoyed our time together.  It won't be long until he is home for good and we all can't wait!

My Sweet Sassy Girl!

We can all agree that this shirt is one of the many descriptions of this sweet blessing to our life! We are so happy that God gave us this sweet Mericle. We love you very much!

  

Let the new school year begin!

Oh my goodness! Lauren is such a beautiful young lady!
Miss Isabella sassy as always!

Today starts another school year. Lots of activities and homework! Both girls were eager to start their day and get going. I can't wait to hear how their days went!

Beginning Ballet and Tap!!!

Lauren is excited Isabella will be taking dance at Double Take!
Lining up with all the other children...she looks a little nervous.

Here are her new ballet shoes!

Here is the dance bag Isabella picked. She is so excited about ballet and tap. She calls her tap shoes her tappy shoes! Can't wait to see how well she does this next year.

Gymnastics Fun!

The past two summers I have been lucky enough to sign Isabella up for an amazing gymnastics program sponsored by HEBISD. She loves it so much and it keeps her engaged for 45 minutes once a week. This was our last day of class so I was able to follow her around and photograph her progress.

Going down the tumble track. Starting the obstacle course...here we go!
Through and then go under.
Headed over to do some balancing. Working on some balancing.

Hanging on to the rings.

Getting ready to do a flip...

Swing our legs then go over.

Hold ourself up with of course help from Miss Heather.

Swinging on our own.

Loved it before, must do it again!

Last thing, she had to play in the pit!

Birthday gifts sent in the mail...

Thank you Uncle Mike, Aunt Kay Kay and Lily for my birthday gifts. We came home on Thursday and on Friday right after nap the doorbell rang for Isabella. She had a birthday package to open... she was so excited.
Opening the small one first Every piece of paper came off the box...

Perfect, she LOVES puzzles, especially ones with our name included on them.
Now for the big gift.
It's a pink doctor kit! She said why did they get me a suitcase, am I going on the airplane again? Such a silly girl.Thank you Uncle Mike, Aunt Kay Kay and Lily!