In Step Dance Pictures...

My little bumblebee....Wow..this was a fun but crazy night...
Emma and her buddies at dance Maggie and Camryn
Emma was so excited to put on her costume and sing her bumblebee song..but I had to remind her that this was not the big recital time. This was just picture night. She was excited for mommy to braid her hair and put a little bit of blush on her face and lipgloss. Once we got to the studio though..she kinda broke down. She was like..what the heck is going on here, this is not my normal routine. I had to go upstairs with her to where they were taking the pictures and then the cries began. Don't leave me mommy...ow boy, I thought this was going to be a disaster!!!! I went in the room with her, and explained what was happening and then she saw the other girls getting there pictures taken, and calmed down. What a 100% turnaround...she got up there and became a total ham!!! Her picture turned out awesome, I can't wait to get them back!

Reds Opening Day

Opening Day for the Cincinnati Reds..Brad and I went the day after Easter together. It was a beautiful day! I got Brad the tickets for his 40th Birthday. We had a great time. We went down early and ate at the Big Red Machine Room, and then went over to the hall of fame. They had a flyover, Johnny Bench was the catcher for the first pitch and Ms. Ohio brought the ball to the mound for the beginning. The reds were in the game for awhile, but they played the cardinals..and well, Pulhois decided to hit a few home runs..ow well. We still had a great day together with lots of fun.

EASTER BLESSINGS

Easter morning is one of my favorites...I love getting Emma all dressed up even more special and the joy that is always on peoples faces as we walk into church. There does not seem to be as much s tress as Christmastime. I love how our church creates this beautiful flower cross..

Easter is not complete without an Easter egg hunt and getting lots of candy in my basket. What a joy! It was so nice this year being able to wear summer clothes and be outside in the beautiful weather. We had a great weekend full of family.