Girls' First Day of Kindergarten!

Alina and Madeline had a great first day of Kindergarten! Ian did a great job getting them ready for school (I had inservice, so I had to leave at 7:00 am - which I was not too happy about). But I am really happy they had such a good day! Maddie's favorite part was riding the bus (Ian takes them to school and they ride the bus home). They weren't thrilled that their classroom seats were not beside each other, but I think it's better that way. Their poor teacher has 4 sets of twins in one class! The girls ate the school lunch (hamburgers) and got to carry trays. They took a tour of the school and learned about apples. They practiced some prayers for Mass tomorrow and learned how to lower the kneelers in church (this was another highlight of the day)! I hope tomorrow goes just as well!

Last Day of Summer Vacation!

On Tuesday, (my last day of summer vacation), we went to Legion Park and then swimming at Miss Cathy's. I great "end of summer" day! The evening before, we went to the Meadows. I realize we could potentially still do all these things once school starts, but for some reason, I felt we had to get them in now!

State College with Friends!

On Saturday, we met our friends Erinn and Dan in State College for lunch. This was the first time we got to see their little girl, Ellie - because they live very far away now! The kids really enjoyed each other, and the grown-ups enjoyed catching up. Thanks Erinn, Dan, and Ellie!! We'll miss you!!

Nicholas, Maddie, Ellie, and Alina outside the restaurant.


The kiddos with Erinn outside the Creamery for some really yummy dessert!


Having fun in the restaurant...

Vicky's Shower, part I

We had such a good time at Vicky's bridal shower yesterday! Everyone was so nice and welcoming, and the food was delicious! Maddie and Alina had a blast running around with Vick's niece, Nadia, and the other little girls. The shower was in the church hall - the church where Vick and Dave will be married, and it was beautiful!

The soon-to-be bride and groom!


Gram, Baba, me, Vick, Dave, Aunt Judi, Maddie, and Alina


The moms with Vicky


Nadia, Maddie, and Alina - immediate friends!

Vicky's Shower, part II

Alina and Madeline with Aunt Vicky - three beautiful ladies!


All the girls were such good helpers while Vick was opening presents. Taking a break to pose for a picture in their lovely dresses!


Vick, laughing as she looks inside the box from her bridesmaids. And her sister Laura, also laughing. Hmm, I wonder why?


Vick's other sister, Cathy, helping her adjust her hat!

Family reunion, part 1

Even though the weather was a little cool, we had a really fun time at our family reunion on Saturday at Aunt Judi's house. The kids played baseball and football, roasted marshmallows, swung at the pinata, and of course, ate some really delicious food! We missed Aunt Kelly and Dani, but luckily Steva and Ally were there for the girls to attach themselves to.

Nicholas and Daddy watching Uncle Mac start the fire.


Alina swinging at the pinata.


Maddie's turn!


And Nicholas' turn!


Daddy and Steva playing cornhole while Uncle Steve, Pappy Po, Uncle Mac, and Nittany watch. Matt and Ian were on a team and were pretty unstoppable.

Family reunion, part 2

My turn at bat.


Alina on base!


Tag him out, buddy!!


The girls hanging out.


Matt and Maddie.