Kids night out with mom and dad

Pj and I had decided that since we hadn't spent too much time with the kids the last few weekends that we would take them out on a "date night." So after work we went to get the kids from daycare and told them that we had a surprise plan for the night. We had decided to take them to discovery gateway. The whole car ride there Parker would say "prise for me too." It was cute, but very repeatitive.
Once we got there Parker and Abbie didn't know what to do first, so like any kid they ran from toy to toy, exhibit to exhibit and then back to the exhibits that they liked. It was funny and good times were had. But like the space cadet that I am I forgot my camera, however I managed to get a few good ones with my phone.
We topped the night off with dinner at the Olive Garden, which was probably the funniest moment of the night. When the waiter came over to get us drinks Parker said "cheese, I want cheese" the waiter then replied "is it just the shredded ramono that he likes? I will get him a plate with some." Unbeknowest to the waiter Parker meant Macoroni and Cheese. Needless to say Parker made the waiter blush...it was classic. We all had a good time and plan more of these nights.

1st Summer BBQ!!!

So we had our first offical summer BBQ!!! It was great for Parker and Abbie to see their cousins. We had a late celebration for mother's day and my birthday, since we were coping with the loss of our beloved grandma. I am so thankful for my parents, they were so happy to be with all of us and celebrate although they are still grieving.

Cedic is getting so big, he rode his bike without training wheels, however uncle PJ told him that he would show him how to do "bike jumps" when he is a bit bigger. Then later apologized to his parents. So we will have to see how that pans out next time we see him.

Parker and Abbie loved following their cousins all over the house and around the block. Although we need to work on Abbie as far as manners go. She wouldn't share. Poor Parker and Frankie were so upset that Pa's pool wasn't ready for the summer...but Pa promised in 10 days it would be, so I am sure we will be there for that.

Some Random Pic's from this last week

These are just some silly pics from the events this week. Parker found a bear from build a bear that PJ had made for me while we were dating, he took the Buzz Lightyear jacket off and insisted on wearing it, to my surprise it actually fit width wise around his chest. The one of Abbie was after church on Sunday...she was not having the best day and for some reason went to her table and this is how we found here 5 minutes later. The other one is Parker helping his grandpa mow the lawn, this is the first time that he actually wanted to help without being afraid of the lawn mower. He even earned a dollar...he was excited to help pa and ran in and told everyone "I help pa and got dollar in my pocket!"

(these pics were taken from my phone, so they aren't the best quality!!!)

PICS OF CUTE KIDS...

So at daycare, they had a professional photographer come in and take pics of all the kids. They dressed them in old fashion clothes and Parker loved it. He couldn't wait to dress up and then show off how handsome he is. Abbie enjoyed dressing up, but wasn't in the mood for picture taking, but still ended up looking adorable. Here are the results of the photo shoot. I love these pics, especially the one of Parker with his hand pulling the suspenders...too cute!!!

VIVA LAS VEGAS!!!

These are from our trip to Vegas. Parker and Abbie loved the hustle and bustle iof the city. But dad one the other hand did NOT like the crowds, so he learned tolerance and patience...to an extent. As the previous post said Vegas, NASCAR and PJ do not mesh well. Overall, it was a good vacation.

Vegas Birthday for PARKER!!!

We went to the Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat on Parker's Birthday. Luckily when we got to the dolphins the trainer was out with them and was nice enough to let Parker pet the dolphin. Abbie was to afraid to actually touch it but she enjoyed the lion. It was a fun time for our family. However, it was very crowed. We learned are lesson about going to Vegas when NASCAR is there.

BIRTHDAY PIC'S

Here are some of the pics from the kids party before we went to Vegas. They loved the cake and ice cream best!