Consequences

Last night while we were eating dinner, Caitlyn informed Bryan of his consequence for making the chicken to spicy.  With wide eyes, a serious voice and a little head nodding, Caitlyn said "Dad, your consequence for making the chicken to spicy is that you will not be able to join us for story time.  You will only get to rub my back and kiss me."  

I love that she thinks that Dad missing story time would be sad for him.  She has been cracking us up lately.  Love you Miss C.  Dad did not get his consequence, but instead he talked Emma into reading C a story while I went to the gym.  Love life with these three.  XO 

Best Day of My Life- Music Theater Workshop

Em participated in Music Theater Workshop for the 3rd year and this was the best year yet.  Two of her friends joined her and they had a blast.  Songs this year included Best Day of My Life and Happy.  Movies included Frozen (of course), Teen Beach Movie and Croods.  Broadway productions included Newsies, Matilda and the Sound of Music.  Since Em doesn't get to see the entire show due to being back stage, we took her to see the second performance (group 2) on Saturday night.  Yes, we win the "best parents ever" award for watching it two nights in a row.  :) It was enjoyable both times ! Great job Em.  Caitlyn is counting the days until she can participate next summer. 

Emma's First Communion and Confirmation

Emma and Bishop Olmsted

St. Anne's Catholic Church 

Gilbert, AZ

Em and Nana her sponsor

Afternoon celebration at Benihana 

The cake the Nana made Emma

The eucharist and the chalice 

43 children celebrated - it was beautiful

Emma and her little girlfriends, Grace and Lauren

Nice band aid on the thumb Mom

Em wore the tiara I wore when I married Bryan - so sweet 

Cute Caitlyn piggies

We had a blessed day celebrating Emma's First Communion and Confirmation with family, friends and our church community.  Nana was Emma's sponsor and she chose St. Elizabeth of Hungary as her Saint.  We are so thankful for all of the prayers and love shared with Emma on her special day.  She was so excited to receive the Holy Eucharist.  

Thanks to Tara and Papa for the many photos.  I haven't even downloaded the ones off of my camera.  :) 

Baby

We are excited beyond belief to be awaiting the birth of baby Macklin.  He or she is due January 23, 2015.  Congrats Nate and Laura, we cannot wait! You will be the most amazing parents. Love you three !!