Family

Today we went to Alivia's aunt, uncle and cousins house. We missed seeing Uncle Rick, Conner and Tara but we had fun with Brooke and Aunt Laura. Grandma Richeson also stopped by for a visit. They have a cool pool in their backyard so they went swimming and then played inside. Brooke and Aunt Laura, Thanks for the yummy hot dog and I especially LOVED the nilla wafers. It was so good to see you guys. We Love you!

Alivia's cousin, Brooke- nice face Alivia- lol

Brooke gave Alivia some chapstick

Cheese with Brooke!! :)

Summit Waves

Today we went to Summit Waves with some of my good teacher friends. Alivia was quite cranky today for some reason so she wasn't her fearless normal self but we were still glad to see our friends and see a new water park. The water was a little cold that early in the morning so that could have been why Alivia was little miss cranky pants. Who knows! lol! This is a great place for toddlers to play and play. We actually went to the 8:30-10:00 kid only time before the entire park opens and it wasn't very crowded. It is also half price during that time. Afterwards we went to a really nice park next door. Alivia was sound asleep in the car by 11:30 so maybe she was just tired.

The kid area! The cool slides are on the other side of this.

Mason, Ava and Alivia (notice Alivia's cranky, pouty face)

Brielle LOVED sliding!

CHEESE from Ava!

Mason, Alivia, Gretchen and Emma having a snack

Playing at the park next door and then my camera died!! :(

Grain Valley Community Pool

Today we went to Grain Valley Community Pool with Ashley and Matthew. I had heard how great it was for little kids and that is asbolutely right! 4 and under are free and adults are $4. We were there for a little over 2 hours and the kids had a blast. Here are a few pictures from the day!

Alivia LOVED sitting and standing next to the "cool" teenage girls.

A couple weeks ago I started letting Alivia have 1 of these little juice boxes a day. They are perfect for her since they are the 4 oz. size. She LOVES drinking from a straw and just can't get enough of it. This is definitely a treat for her!

Trying to get a picture of Matthew and Alivia. Notice how they match?

Matthew LOVES sliding.

Alivia was mad at this point because she had slid down this one a few times and wanted to go on the big slide but I wouldn't let her. See that pouty face??

Playing with the toys in the fountains

So fun!

Alivia loved chasing me in the water since she could walk everywhere!

Matthew was sharing very well. He is going to be a big brother in one week so keep up the good work Matthew!

Library Story Time

Today was our first story time at Midcontinent Library. I was very leery to take Alivia because I didn't think there was any way she would sit for a story. However, she did great because they had other activities they do as well. I was so proud of her and we can't wait to go back! Jami and Morgan were there too so Alivia got to play with her friend. Dear Morgan, Thanks for being such a great role model to me! Love ya, Alivia

Bubbles

Shaking bells with Morgan

Putting her bells away like a big girl

Story time

Morgan helping Alivia with her carpet square

Parachute time!

First time gluing!!!

Alivia's fish tank!

Getting a sticker from the teacher!

The first book she picked off the shelf! She LOVES lions!

Hugs for Morgan!!

Blowing Bubbles with Daddy!

I finally got a video of Alivia blowing bubbles under the water. She is obsessed with making the bubble noise. She walks around all day making bubble noises but I haven't ever been able to catch her doing it in the water while I had my camera. Way to go Alivia!

Family Sunday

Since Ben and I were gone with friends Friday and Saturday we wanted today to be a family day. We started our Sunday like normal. First, church and then the grocery store. We then came home and played together in Alivia's pool. Boy, does she LOVE it. She especially loved it today because Ben and I actually swam in her pool instead of sitting on the outside. She thought it was hilarious. It was a wonderful family day! I am so lucky to have such an amazing family. I am truly blessed!

Daddy thought Alivia needed 2 popsicles! lol!

These popsicles are called mighty minis slow melts. They are perfect for little ones because they are really small and take a while to melt. As you can see Alivia is in heaven eating them! Ha!

Weekend with Grandma and Grandpa Stewart

On Friday Ben and I went to a concert with friends and then Saturday we had a few wedding showers so Alivia spent most of the weekend with her grandparents. We had a great time with our friends and Alivia had a blast with Grandma and Grandpa Stewart. Grandma even painted Alivia's toe nails!!! Thanks for a great time. Love, Alivia

The couples shower for Ben and Shannon was at Lucky Strike. We had a great time bowling in our socks! Oh and yes if you notice I am the only one who had to wear velcro shoes. That is what happens when you have to get a youth size. lol!!! Sorry Alivia, you don't have any hope at all for your feet to grow!

I kept trying to get a good picture of Alivia in this dress but she just wouldn't let me take one so I snapped one while she was taking a drink. Every time Alivia stays at my parents house my mom digs out one of my old dresses from when I was a little girl. Yes, my mom actually kept most of my dresses because my grandma handmade them. I just had to show this one because it is too cute! Like mother, like daughter!