First School Perfomance

Ms. Bobbie's class had it's big perfomance today and upon arriving the audience watched a slide show of photos that Ms. Bobbie had taken throughout the year. After the slide show was the entrance of all of the children that Ms. Bobbie, Ms. Collen and Ms. Lindy have and they began to sing "The Wheels on the Bus", "The Insie Weensie Spider", "The Cat and the Fiddle", "Rock a Bye Bear", "Making Lemonade"and "Baby Bumble Bee". The reception was held at the playground and all the kids ate icecream bright and early in the morning. We are so proud of you Ava. You did a fantastic job. Mommy and Daddy Love You!!

Nanny's Educational Zoo

Today we went to Nanny's Educational Zoo with MOTG (moms group). I don't think that you were all that interested in being there. In fact, I know that you really weren't that thrilled to be there. For some reason, you were afraid that all the the animals (all of which were babies) were going to bite you. However, Mommy had a good time and actually learned a lot from it. I never really knew that the animal cruelty law protected only cats and dogs and not farm animals. I learned today that farmers have the right to kill any animal that they see fit. So many baby male goats, pigs, horses, etc. typically end up being shot just after birth because they are not considered to be productive in any way. Luckily, Nanny (the owner of the farm) rescues these babies and nurses them back to health and then either adopts them out or releases them into the wild on her 5100 acre property. If you only knew how this breaks my heart, because I am such an animal lover. This women helps all of these animals and does field trips, parties, and the cost is free but a donation to the center is appreciated to help fund the cost of medicine and supplies to care for them.

I had fun none the less, we were able to see a donkey, potbelly pigs, ducks, goats, calves just 9 days old (so adorable by the way), a 3 month old raccoon that was as sweet and playful as can be. Speaking of the raccoon, apparently, they are VERY clean animals, they will wash every piece of food in water before eating it. Kind of odd since you see them digging in the trash all the time. We also saw a turkey, geese, bunnies, ball python, guinea pigs, and love birds (not so friendly). Maybe if we were to go back you will hopefully enjoy it because Mommy sure did.

Easter Weekend 2009

This year you were able to dye eggs for the first time.

Grandpa and Grandma came over to join in on the fun.

Your Easter basket contained, the BOLT DVD, markers, sketch pad, peeps, and a kite. Once you dug into your basket, it was time for your egg hunt and then off to brunch at the restaurant with Grandma, Grandpa, Uncle Jim, Auntie Alyson, Uncle Jeff, Ryan, Bryce, Kianna, Xander and of course Mommy, Daddy and Vaughan.

Then we came home, took naps, and then it was off to the park for the second egg hunt of the day with your neighborhood friends. Khun Tha and Khun Yai and Na' Jon Jon came to help and join us for the dinner that Mommy made.

While mommy was making dinner, you and Na' Jon Jon went outside to fly your new kite. During your first attempt, you got it stuck in the tree but quickly became a pro.

2009 Infant Swim Resource Refresher

Miss Michele is a fantastic swim instructor and does wonders with kids. We signed up for a week refresher and started on Monday. However, Tuesday and Wednesday you had off because another cold front came through Tampa so it was too cold to swim. So here you are on the 3rd day of your refresher lessons after almost a year of not swimming. You are a natural fish just like Daddy.

My Super Friend Forever

Today Madeline came over and spent the entire day with us. We started with scrambled eggs and sausage.

Then we went outside to play chase

We baked some cupcakes, topped them with icing and sprinkles and ate them.

We even made time for relaxing in the sun.

I asked you at one point in the day if you were having fun and you said with so much excitement, "Yes, with my Super Friend Forever."

"Hanna Montana"... starring Ava

This week, your newest love is "Hanna Montana" so you will randomly pretend like you are doing a show and sing for any audience you can find. Sooo CUTE!

MOTG - Easter Celebration

Look at those cuties

On the see saw with Emmalynn

Sharing a ride with Gabriella

(by the way, you talk about Gabriella ALL THE TIME)


Enjoying the icing off of your cupcake


Time to find some eggs.