Welcome Baby Rowan~

Rowan Laine arrived healthy and happy 10/12/07 at 1:48PM. Weight 7 lb 9 oz, and 20 inches long.

What a beautiful baby girl! We are all very excited and happy for you :)

Happy 3rd Birthday Delaney~

Picture Day

Here is the picture Eric took at the mall on Friday. Sorry we had to leave so early. Great to see everyone. Leann

Happy 3rd Birthday Savanah~

Happy (belated) 3rd Birthday Savanah! Sorry that this is a day late~my silly computer has been done :(

3 Year Old Pictures

Hi all We had a great time at Chuck E Cheese today and Savanah keeps asking when we will go again!! As for the pictures, let's work on a date and I am happy to go with Sears if you all had good luck there. How about the evening of... Tuesday, August 28 Thursday, August 30 Wednesday, September 5 We are looking forward to seeing you guys again!!

Happy 3rd Birthday Samantha!

Happy Birthday, Caroline!

Happy Third Birthday, Caroline!

Happy 3rd Birthday Raymond~

Happy Birthday Carla~

Rides at the Fair

Hey guys. I don't know if any of you have taken the kids to the fair for those rides that are always there that you can see from Sangamon. We drove by today and the train and all the rides were going so we stopped by. Someone actually gave us bracelets when we walked in for free (they cost $15) so that made it even better. There are several rides for kids under 48 inches. Raymond rode the cars, helipocters and the aligator rollercoaster. He loved it. They close at 3pm so we were only there about an hour. I still need to figure out their schedule. Someone said the last day is Saturday, noon-3. If you're looking for something fun to do, I recommend it. Raymond had a blast. I had to call Eric to meet us with the camera. The only thing Raymond wouldn't do is the little kids area where you can jump and climb and play in the balls.

Happy Birthday Stephanie~

WE PEED ON THE POTTY FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER !!!!

Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings

I had to share, this recipe was really easy and sooooo yummy. ENJOY!! Ingredients: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 2 tablespoons butter 2 cans condensed cream of chicken soup 1 onion, finely diced (I used minced onion) 2 (10 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough, torn into pieces DIRECTIONS: 1. Place the chicken, butter, soup, and onion in a slow cooker and fill with enough water to cover. 2. Cover, and cook for about 5-6 hours on High. About 30 minutes before serving, place the torn biscuit dough in the slow cooker. Cook until the dough is no longer raw in the center.

Are we ready for another dinner outing?

When and where?
I still like Carla's idea of pottery painting and margarita's.

Riding the Roller Coaster at Chuck E. Cheese~

I love bubbles~

Ainslie's Birthday Party

Play date?

Would anyone like to come over to play on Friday the 22nd? I think I had mentioned the 15th, but I forgot Ainslie has her 3-yr well visit that day.

Oh, I also forgot the PINATA for her party yesterday, and I forgot to give everyone their goody bags. DOINK! So, we can do a pull-string pinata for a playdate. :-)

Recall~

I don't know if any body has the Payless Toddler Crocks but there has been a recall on them. The plastic piece on the foot strap has been known to come off and be a potential choking hazard. We just took 2 pairs back tonight and got two new replacements. They will do an exchange or refund until August. We went to the Payless at the mall and they were fantastic. They let me get her size now and then the next size up. They even took back a pair that she could no longer wear because they didn't want me to pass them on to someone else.

I couldn't remember if Caroline is the only one who must wear them everyday.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY AINSLIE~

Congratulations Sarah & Reece~

Leann~

Anyone for the Zoo??

Just wondered if anyone wanted to try going to the zoo on Friday, May 18th at around 10am. The weather is supposed to be 75 and sunny. Maybe we could plan to do lunch after a stroll around the zoo? As of right now, Savanah and I are planning on it. Hope you can join us!!

Gloria & Reece~

Happy Mother's Day

Where for Dinner?

I think that most of us are still on for dinner this Thursday. How about 6:15 at ......

Thanks Gloria~

Mother's Day painting party

Yes, we are still painting flower pots if you are still up for it. I have one terra cotta pot for everyone, if you want to do another one feel free to bring them. I have some paint but if anyone has a few paint brushes or extra washable paint they want to bring that would be great. Date: May 4th (Friday) Location: Gloria's house (I will send directions via e-mail, they are way to long to post) Time: 10am or whenever you can make it Snacks: Not necessary but always appreciated by our bellies. I think I will make a different kind of breakfast casserole. YUM YUM!!

Girl's Night Idea

There is a new pottery/ceramics painting place here in Chatham. They will let you come as a group to paint whatever (they have everything--all kinds of dishes, planters, picture frames, etc) and they said we could bring wine.

Does this sound fun to anyone? They close at 8, but maybe we could paint and then head to Xochimilco or Marios to eat and drink some more.

Prices for the the pottery range from $5-up. I think $15-20 is about average for a fun platter or bowl.

Another "Is anybody up for..."

Anyone want to go to a craft fair at Brinkerhoff next Saturday (5-5)? A fellow teacher at Robert Morris (that Holly got a church busy-bag from) is going to be there--she makes really cute doll stuff. Ainslie is into dressing Baby Carla (yes, she named her doll Carla) so I'm looking for some outfits for her birthday. I also like to look at the fun jewelry. It starts at 9am.

Anyone up for some Friday Fun?

Anyone up for doing some thing this Friday?
The weather forecast states 65 & some rain.
We are open for suggestions~
Chuck E Cheese if it is cold/wet.
Zoo or Park if it is sunny.
Mall as alternative to all of the above. Rumor has it that Caroline is now riding the Carousel.
Is ten to early?

Would You Care to Dance?

Anyone up for Princess Camp or Creative Movement (beginning tap and ballet) this summer in beautiful downtown Chatham? I know it's far, but it would be fun!
Princess Camp is June 4-8 from 9-10am, and the dance class is Tuesday evenings from June 25-July 27. I have a little more info on the flier if you want it.

Dance class is how I met you guys, through Holly and Caroline. Here is Ainslie, just moments before meeting Caroline.

Mother's Day Play Date ?

Hi Everyone~
Are we still on for the Pre-Mother's Day Play Date at Gloria's? I think it was set for May 4th? If so, Gloria, you mentioned the little one's painting Terra cotta flower pots. Do we need to bring our own supplies? That is a week from Friday!

Another Caroline saying~

"Momma, Don't ya wish your girlfriend was hot like me. Don't ya? Oh baby, don't ya?"

I guess no more KISS FM. What happened to nursery rhymes/songs?

Hooray for Samantha~

I have huge news to share. Sam is potty trained!! It has been one week and no accidents. She has even been dry for a few naps--let's hope she is again today. She loves it and has got lots of big girl bribes from mom and dad.

Another exciting thing--Adam has moved into his own room and is going to bed a little earlier and better. He is starting to "talk" a lot. Can't wait to see you all.

Stephanie

Tea for Two

Caroline and Savanah enjoy a cup of tea. Savanah cannot wait to dine with Caroline, she has been asking for 3 weeks to do it again!! Oh, to be two again...

Anyone ready for a girls night out~

When?

Recipes

It may have taken me while but below are the recipes I promised I would share: Veggie Pizza 2 tubes crescent rolls 12 oz cream cheese 3/4 cup mayo 1 1/2 tsp dill weed raw veggies chopped Spread crescent rolls in well greased cookie sheet and bake 8-10 minutes at 375'. Cool completely Mix cream cheese, may and dill weed and spread over pastry, sprinkle with veggies pressing them into the cheese mixture. Cover and refrigerate Salsa 2 large cans of whole tomatoes 2 medium red onions or 1 large one 3 jalapenos 2 tbsp cilantro 4 tbsp lemon juice 3 tbsp sugar Lawry's season salt to taste

The New Additions

Baby Caitlin and Big Sister Delaney~Baby Adam (2 months old)~

Funny Caroline sayings...

1) "I want to touch your big fat butt".
~Um, where did she hear this or come up with it?
2)"My heart hurts...I must have gas".
3) "My poop looks like a monster".

We RODE the train last night!! A huge accomplishment for us. Thanks to Raymond and two little twin girls. This is right up there with sitting on the Easter bunny's lap.

~ A Fun Time was had by All ~

Thanks Leann for hosting the Easter party! Everyone had a great time and we are very sorry that we DESTROYED your house. As usual~the company was great, the food was delicious, and the gifts were not necessary but fun.

Happy Easter!

Looking forward to our Easter Party on Friday!

Let me know of any Easter Egg Hunts for this Saturday...

~We did Knights last year~It was mobbed but they had enough for everyone.

~Stephanie said County Market is having one.

~Nelson Center is having a breakfast with the Easter Bunny and than an Easter egg hunt to follow ($5).

A Sunny Day at the Park~3/13/07

Stephanie (who looks fabulous after just having a baby), Samantha, Caroline, Carla, & Ainslie.

What an awesome picture!

Raymond waving bye bye to Daddy! Our thoughts are with you (Eric, Leann & Raymond).

Welcome Baby Caitlin

Caitlin Sara was born March 26, 2007 at 1:22 PM.
6 pounds 3 ounces
19 inches long.

This should be lots of fun!

I am not much of a writer but this (I think) should be lots of fun! Anything goes here! Feel free to share any new ideas, thoughts, outings(for us or the "little ones"), recommendations, recipes, etc... Most importantly fun stuff that our little/big ones are doing. Helpful hints that are working would be nice to share(like Sarah with the potty training). I have listed everyone as Authors so we can all post. Post daily, weekly, or whenever. Include pictures, fun websites, etc... This also might eliminate the need for the 20 plus emails that we tend to do when we are planning something (or at least keep them in order).

All of the posts are stored so it may be fun in the months ahead to look back and see how far we and our little ones have come.

Holly