Merry Christmas 2012!

We are very thankful to share our Christmas memories with you. Jake woke up at 5:40am to tell us Santa had arrived.  Olivia and Jake were so excited to open presents. They also took time to reflect upon the true meaning of Christmas with the birth of Jesus....the reason for the season!

Merry Christmas everyone!

Jake was so excited...even at 5:40am!

Is it my turn???

Making cookies for Santa

Cousin Ben, Cooper, and Olivia in Louisville

Olivia's posing by her new dollhouse.

Two superheros were found at our house!

St. Nicholas Day

Jake and Olivia enjoyed their St. Nicholas Day with family traditions and a present.  Then, we all went to St. Simon to have breakfast with Santa and do holiday crafts. Olivia did not know what to think when sitting on Santa's lap. She did not cry, but also was unsure of how to act while around him.  The kids continue to count down the days to Christmas during the Advent season.



Breakfast with Santa



Olivia still does not know what to think while sitting on Santa's lap!



St. Nicholas Day gifts. Olivia has a Clifford dog and
      Jake has the  Hungry, Hungry Hippos game!                  



Jake showing off his new ornament from Aunite Anne, his godmother.



Jake's handprints creating an Advent wreath on a pillowcase. Jake created this

at school.



Happy Thanksgiving!

We hope you had an enjoyable Thanksgiving.  Jake had a Thanksgiving feast at St. Simon.  He brought  apple crisp for classmates to eat.  Jake and Olivia also visited the Notre Dame bookstore while visiting family. They had a great time and look forward to Christmas!

 

Jake's placemate from school.

Ready to have fun!

Olivia found something she likes!

Taking a break after the holiday with Papa and Nana S.

At  Notre Dame

 

Halloween 2012!

Happy Halloween!  Jake dressed up as Ironman this year while Olivia was Minnie Mouse.  The weather was chilly for trick-or-treating, but it did not stop us from the fun.  The kids had a fantastic time with friends and of course getting candy!

 

 

Happy Halloween!

Jake getting ready to trick-or-treat.

Jake is all smiles with friends.

After trick-or-treating Olivia just
wanted to play with her blocks!



St. Xavier Hall of Fame

Chris received the honor of being one of seven St. Xavier High School alumni to be inducted into the school's Hall of Fame for 2012.  It was a wonderful experience to share with Jake and Olivia.

Family photo before leaving for the dinner and ceremony.

A very proud moment!

Being announced at half time of the St. X football game.
Jake was so excited to be on the football field!





Family and Fall

Jake and Olivia are enjoying of the colorful Fall leaves along with spending time with family.  They both now have their Halloween outfits and are counting down the days to Halloween! 

Fall Time!!!

Enjoying a game at Snapperz

Spending time with Papa who is a Prostate Cancer Survivor!!!

All Smiles...

Watching footbal with Daddy!

 

Family Fun

Jake truly enjoys kindergarten. We are happy that he has transitioned well into the school and is embracing it.  Olivia sings her ABC's nonstop, knows her primary colors, and numbers 1-20.  Olivia has shown an interest in potty training so we are working with her on it.  Cross your fingers this will happen sooner than later!

Enjoying family time at our favorite park.



Playing at Bounce U

Olivia sporting a ponytail as she plays.

Jake had his best buddy,Logan, over for a playdate.



Olivia loves shoes, especially heels!

Jake's first day of kidnergarten

The day has arrived...Jake began kindergarten at St. Simon Catholic School!

After months of discussing, preparing, thinking, and praying the first days of kindergarten have been amazing.  Jake was so excited to start school after attending Meet the Teacher Time earlier in the week. There were no tears at our household on the first day of school because Jake was ready and feeling confident. Chris walked Jake into school the first two days.  By the third day Jake wanted to be dropped off to walk down the hallway "by himself." We are so happy to share this exciting milestone with you!

August 14, 2012  Jake's first day of kindergarten

Olivia lending support to her big brother



Meet the Teacher time...
Jake inside Miss Douda's classroom the day before school started.

Last Days of Summer Vacaction

Jake and Olivia are making the most of their last days of summer vacation.  Their second cousins, Ethan and Adam, visited from Florida for a couple of days in late July.There have been many park days and bike rides soaking up the sun. Jake looks forward in starting kindergarten on August 14th at St.Simon Catholic School while Olivia will go back full time to Discovery Cove in the 2 year old room.  Time does fly by fast!

Playing with PlayDough

So proud going down a big slide at the park.

Ethan, Adam, Olivia, and Jake

At the sprinkler park





Roadtrip to Cincinnati~ July 2012

We escaped from Indianapolis to Cincinnati. We reconnected with the Imwalle and Steinert families along with enjoying Kings Island.  Jake and Olivia had a fabulous time and look forward to another roadtrip.

Steinert and Sedoris kids: Lucy, Jake, Peter, and Olivia

Lucy and Jake...Future kindergarten students

At Kings Island

Many laughs and excitment throughout the day.

Enjoying family time

Jake enjoyed his first trip to Kings Island.



The Start of Summer!

June has provided us time to enjoy St. Simon's festival. Besides being a little warm, the kids had a fantastic time.  Jake and Olivia also have had many days at the pool and sprinkler park.