No Cavities

It's time for a visit to the dentist again and it went smoothly. The kids did just fine with the teeth cleaning, though Hayley had a hard time with the X-rays. But the best part of the visit for me was "no cavities". Thanks to dad's hard work of flossing and brushing daily.

Kindergarten Graduate

I can't believe the school year is almost over and Ethan is graduating from Kindergarten! What a great year it has been. He has had the privilege of having a wonderful teacher and teacher's assistant and has learned so much. We are so proud of him!

Happy Mother's Day 2013

I had a nice time this year starting with the kids greeting me with love at my bedside first thing in the morning and then hot yoga class followed by brunch with the family at Pecan Grove Restaurant & Pie Company. All moms got a free slice of yummie pie on this special day. We were too full to enjoy it at the restaurant, so we brought them home. There were over 30 kinds of pies to choose from. I also enjoyed all the kids' artwork and crafts for me. They sure made them with love and I will treasure them. After that the kids hung out with the grandparents and then I went for my massage. What a nice day way to end the day. Hope every mom had a nice day!

Spring Break 2013 - Phoenix Zoo

We went to the Phoenix Zoo today with the Kans and had a great time even though it was a very hot day! We saw lots of different animals and learned a few new words. Here are the highlights:

King Vulture

Hayley with the Giraffes

Winner by a Neck

Watusi Cattle

Tiger enjoying his lunch

Lion chilling

Snack time

Mandrill

Baboon

Gerenuk

Turtles sunbathing

Cheetahs chilling in the shade

Grey Cane

Squirrel Monkey

Another Group Photo

Orangutan

Sno-Cones on a hot day

Beautiful Zebra

Emu

Gulf Pelican

Warty Pigs

Petting the Billy Goat

What a long day!

Homemade Granola Bars

I came across this homemade granola bars recipe and tried it. It is so easy that the kids can make it as well. I omitted the almonds, but will make a separate batch with nuts and other grains the next time. Tastes yummie!



Spring Break 2013 - Arizona Science Center

I was able to get a couple of free passes to the Arizona Science Center from the Chandler Public Library and we spent the morning and early afternoon there. The kids had fun and there is always something new to learn.

Rhythm of the Dance

I won some tickets from Intel's Great Place to Work program to the Rhythm of the Dance - The Irish Dance Spectacular at the Chandler Center of Arts. It was a great show and the kids even enjoyed the performances. Hayley was clapping and dancing with them most of the time even while she was holding her popcorn cup! It was so cute! I wish I could have captured it on camera!