Spring Has Arrived!

Like most people in the Midwest Jake and Olivia have embraced the warm temperatures in March.  Going on bike rides, playing outside, and going to local playgrounds been part of our weekly routine.  This has been a fantastic start to spring!

Taking time to swing...

Jake's favorite part of spring so far is playing outside!
(Imagine that!)

Such a happy girl

Look at what I found!

Taking a moment from playing around at Snapperz Bounce House.

March Madness!

Since basketball hysteria is the air, Jake is shooting around on a beautiful day.

Jake and Logan after their last basketball league game.

Jake truly enjoyed his basketball coaches.

Olivia playing catch outside.

Taking a break from picking up sticks in the yard.

Hanging out UNDER the kitchen desk.

Someday we could get a good picture of both of the kids smiling and looking at the camera..someday!!!

February Fun

With Valentine's Day over with and Jake's basketball season coming to a close, it will be nice to have some peace and quiet...if that is possible.  Jake has truly enjoyed his basketball experience through the YMCA.  We have been impressed how the program incorporates sportsmanship lessons each week.  Olivia is stating new words every week. This week she said shower and the word quiet.  She is also getting the hang of singing the ABC's. 



Super Bowl!

Jake and Olivia have embraced Indianapolis hosting the Super Bowl.  There is excitment in the air even if the Colts are not playing.  Jake was able to participate at the NFL Experience in the Super Bowl Village.  When we found the kid zone it was hard to get Jake away from the practice field. He just wanted to run up and down the turf and pretend he scored a touch down. The Super Bowl has been a blessing to the city.  We cross our fingers that Indy may host it again.

Jake on the practice field.

Olivia watching and looking.

At the NFL Experience

Outside viewing the huge sign on the JW Marriot Hotel.



Basketball

Jake began basketball through the YMCA league this week.  He is on the Lakers team and has his practice and games on Saturday morning through March.  When asked what was his favorite part of basketball, Jake stated, "Everything!"

Olivia has found an interest in playing on a school desk that our neighbor gave to the kids. She loves to sit on the seat and look like she is in school.  It is precious! Olivia loves to talk...(takes after her mom).  Her favorite thing to do the past couple of weeks is pointing out her nose, ears, eyes, elbow, feet, hand etc...

The famous school desk with chalkboard top.

First basketball practice. Jake was so excited to play.

Watching cousin Emma play basketball.

All smiles with a pretend phone in hand.





Happy New Year- 2012!

We hope you had an enjoyable new year.  Olivia ended 2011 with getting tubes in her ears.  She did a great job during the procedure and is benefiting from having it done. Jake is enjoying the weather. The one day Indianapolis has had snow, he took full advantage of it. We hope 2012 brings you much happiness.

Olivia right before getting tubes in her ears. 
She actually loved wearing the hospital gown!

Olivia loves sharing a seat with Jake.  Jake tolerates it!

Jake was so excited to make a snow angel.

Ready to go sledding!

Olivia 2 days after her ear procedure.  A fresh start to 2012!

Merry Christmas 2011!

We hope you and yours had a wonderful Christmas.  We are thankful to share highlights of our Christmas with family in Plymouth and Louisville.  The excitment and anticipation of Santa's arrival was magical.  More important Jake was able to explain the true meaning of Christmas.

Jake and Santa at Jake's Christmas Program

Olivia is excited for her kitchen set.

Jake with his new robe and toys. (Chris is the background putting toys together!)

Olivia in Louisville

Olivia looking at her American Girl baby from Nana C.

Jake and Olivia making Christmas cookies in Plymouth

Olivia loved Christmas 2011

At Jake's Christmas program