Monster trucks!

 We recently took the kids to their first monster truck show at the Washington state fair.  It was so much fun!  It was a smaller venue, and it was in the grandstand so it wasn't quite as loud as in the Tacoma dome.  The kids loved it.  We will definitely be going again next time they are in town!  

Grandparent visit

My grandparents stopped for a visit on their way back from Arizona.  They hadn't met baby Kennedy yet so I'm sure they were just dying for some baby snuggles!

We spent our time ooh-ing and ah-ing over the baby and playing cards.  Pretty darn perfect!

Their visit was definitely not long enough.  Now they are headed back to snowy Minnesota.  I miss them already!

First school dance- "Spring Fling"

The kids had their first school dance last Friday.  It was a western theme and it was so cute!  They had been learning a dance to "Cotton Eye Joe" in music class, and they got to perform it at the dance.  Carson was hilarious to watch.  He just did his own thing all night, dancing from group to group.  He was totally in his element.

Carson's neighborhood buddies (Weilon and Bryce) were there, and Rylee's friend Joanna was there and they were inseparable all night.

There was a hula hoop contest (see videos), limbo, and lots of prizes and treats.  Such a fun night!

Easter weekend 2018

 We just had a beautiful sunny Saturday so we decided to do the Easter festivities a day early.  Luckily the Easter bunny was thinking the same thing and hid eggs while we were on a beach walk.  The kids found 96 eggs around the house and garage.  I'd say they were just a little spoiled this year!  The bunny also brought them an Easter basket full of goodies on Sunday.

 Saturday was so warm we spent all day outside, fishing, kayaking and just enjoying the sun.

The kids kayaked (with my mom and Lance) over to "hope island" to play on the rope swing.  It was Carson's first time checking it out, and I think he liked it.  He only fell twice!  😜

Spring Break 2018

Spring break did not go exactly as planned.  Rylee ended up getting sick the Friday before spring break and then Carson got sick not long after.  By Wednesday they were feeling better so we had to squeeze in as many fun activities as we could to make up for lost time.  While Rylee was sick Carson and I were able to sneak away to go to Menchies for ice cream and also visit baby Kennedy.  Carson just loves his alone time without sister!  

When they were both on the mend we ventured out to see a movie (Peter Rabbit)

and then go skating.  They both participated in the races and scored a free soda.  They were pretty excited about that.

We also went bowling with our neighbor friends, Weilon and Eldon.  The kids had a great time.  The parents had fun bowling too!  I have to admit, I absolutely love bowling!!

The rest of spring break was spent celebrating Easter at the beach house with my parents.

Carson's first school concert

Carson had his very first school concert "The Little Red Hen" this last Wednesday.  It was ADORABLE!  He was so excited and so cute on stage.  I might be biased but I think he is he sweetest!

Kennedy Rose is here!

My baby niece is here!  Kennedy Rose arrived 3/8/18 at 4:53 am.  7lbs 8oz and 20 1/4 in long.  She is just perfect!  

The kids and Lance met her on her birthday and they instantly fell in love.  I was working that day so I met her the following day.  She is precious and I'm in love too!

Since then we have been visiting almost daily (Mandy and Jon are probably sick of us by now).  Rylee is just so amazed by her and wants to help with everything.  She is the best cousin!

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