Easter Egg Hunt

After Sam's soccer game, we went out with our friends to a park for an Easter egg hunt. This is right before the mad rush for the eggs. My cute lil bucketheads.
Sam and his stash of Easter eggs. He has such a good time out there. Out of the hundreds of eggs out, there were 3 golden eggs that came with a prize. Guess who found one of the golden eggs?? That's right!
Getting his prize from the Easter bunny.
A reporter took this picture to put in the newspaper. So far I haven't seen it. But Sam kept saying "Easter bunny" and smiling. His present turned out to be a V-Tech laptop and he loves it. He's just like mommy and daddy carrying his laptop around. It's got some good educational games on it, so mommy and daddy like it too.

Sam's second soccer game

Easter Sunday Sam had his second soccer game. It was a bit chilly, so Sam refused to take his jacket off. Can't say I blame him. It is awesome to see these 3 and 4yr olds chase the ball around. It's funnier to see the coaches try to direct them. Each team starts off with about 8 players and before you know it there are only 3-4 players on each team left playing. Sam did score one point, although for the opposite team. But whatever! Yay! Sam!

We do have to keep reminding him that it's not okay to push. He thought that was part of the game. He did do much better in containing that urge this second game. Okay, I am trying to post videos but it's not letting me, so all you get for now is this picture. :)

Working the ball

learning to skate

Sam's Christmas present. We need to keep trying.

Turtles, pirates, and soccer players...

We enrolled Sam in the YMCA soccer league. He will be practicing one day a week with games on Saturdays for the next 8 weeks. He is so excited and so are we. Daddy's been practicing with him as time permits. Trying out his new cleats.
ARRRG! Pirate! Shiver me timbers! Ahoy matey, go walk yer plank! Sam went to a fun pirate birthday party and subsequently was a pirate for a whole day. Thanks Gladwells for the props!
Turtle, Turtle!!

Nana's visit

Nana's visit was just what we needed. We had such a good time. The kids just loved all the attention they received, especially Sam. Him and Nana spent all week playing with play-doh, shopping for jewelry and toys, drawing on the driveway with chalk, watching movies, and reading books. Yes, the week flew by and we didn't like seeing her go. We are going to miss you Nana, can't wait to see you again!

Reynolda Gardens is a preserve of woodlands, fields, wetlands and formal gardens. It is absolutely beautiful all year round. We couldn't have asked for better weather. It feels more like fall.

A boy and his nana, taking a stroll. He sure didn't let her rest.

Isabelle posing like superman. She learns it all from her brother.

I love my little girl. She is the most beautiful little girl in the world. Yes, I am biased, so what?

I love my hunny bunny.

Very happy boy!

At the mall.

Sam learned to blow bubbles. He is so proud of himself. He's been trying hard for the last couple of months. Way to go Sam!!

Yet another reason why he's the greatest dad!

Thanks Nana, for letting us go out on a date. We had a superduper time.

kids being cute

All bundled up cause it's blistering cold out there. Note the lack of snow and bright sunshine. Future West Coast Chopper model. Or will she be a Harley girl?

This is a favorite one of mine. Sam likes to play with Isabelle's hair even though she gets really testy when he does. (takes after his father...hehehe) We were giving her shampoo mohawks. Just don't ask me what is all over her mouth, cause honestly, I don't know. Bath time is so much fun.