Turning 11 or Sour Patch Cake

Madilyn turned 11 last month. E-l-e-v-e-n! Ugh. No, no, and no. It happened anyway. 

Madilyn and I got on pinterest to find cake ideas. She wanted the Sour Patch Cake, which, if you've ever been on pinterest, happens to have a lot of fails. But, thankfully, I think ours turned out alright.

I've told her the growing up must stop.

But she doesn't listen. Sigh

Love this spunky, responsible, determined girl.

Uh, also love this goof ball that wanted a box to wear at the party.

I'm not the only one that loves her.

Garrett insisted on the number candles. A fun time for our special 11 year old. 

Happenings with Emma

All of these pics have to do with Emma. Her turn in the spotlight right now. Emma's artwork was chosen from her class to be displayed at the Puyallup Spring Fair.

The Puyallup Spring Fair had a poster contest for 2nd graders. Emma's poster was one of the honorable mentions displayed at the Fair. So proud of this cute girl.

2nd Grade music program. I appreciate dedicated teachers. Both of the girls music teachers are wonderful at their jobs, putting together these programs is no small accomplishment. 

What a cute girl. Love her and grateful to be her mom.

What's Been Happening

What's been happening at our house? With the house we've been building...nothing. But life goes on and we're plenty busy.

Madilyn had her first band concert. 

Madilyn also got an award at school for being a good example to others.

Jeremy made giant bubble wands for the kids.

Another trip to the Pacific Science Center.

More bubbles, different day.

Rainy day playing with legos. Grandpa got 20 gallon size bags full of legos at a garage sale. Hours of fun.

At our house the Easter bunny brings snorkels. Why wouldn't he?