Awana Grand Prix ~ March 14, 2009

Joshua finished 1st and Julia 4th.

WooHoo!

3/8/09 ~ Cousin Dylan came to visit and spend the night.

Museum Trip ~ 2/16/09

We took our first trip to the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. The kids thought it was neat to drive down to the city and park underground. We saw an Omnimax movie about the ocean and went on the coal mine ride. They got to see what a real United airplane looks like on the inside and relaxed for a few minutes in the seats. They can't wait to go back to the museum and see what is new the next time!

Winter in the Dells ~ January 2009

We decided to take a quick trip to the Dells over break. We stayed at the Wilderness where the kids swam and swam. They really loved the giant wavepool! We also went a round at the new indoor mini golf course. It was a pirate themed, 3-D blacklight experience.

1st Place Wildcats

Julia's squad placed 1st at the state competition at the Sears Center.
They competeed in teh 4th grade division and did a great job!
Go Wildcats!

American Girl ~ December 30, 2008

Julia had her first trip to the American Girl store in Chicago. She had a great time looking at all the dolls, clothes and accessories. She took Elizabeth and Molly to the salon to get their hair done. She even had their picture taken for her very own magazine cover. It was a sunny day downtown so we all walked down Michigan Avenue to the Lego store where Joshua got a couple sets.

Christmas

Christmas was a great time for all! We had lots of fun visiting everyone and opening gifts!