Loving the weather!

We took advantage of the great weather this weekend and spent some time outside. It wasn't great for a pool party, which Sean attended earlier today but it was perfect for hanging out. At dinner, Dan ordered a dessert for us all to share. When it got set down on the table Carter exclaimed, "Carter's BIRTHDAY!" ha ha ha Then she proceeded to sing Happy Birthday the whole way home. Once we got home we played outside and the kids had a nice time.

Dinner at Olive Garden

Sean brought along his own entertainment

Still working on how to throw a frisbee

Loves her car!

Strong girl!

Strawberry Pickin' and more fun in Cville!

Scoping out the best place to start pickin'

It was a little chilly for Memorial Day weekend! But, we enjoyed the cool weather.

Inspecting his find

Car's main job was to eat the strawberries.

Doing a good job!

Sean finally tried one. He was concerned that we didn't get to wash them, ha ha

This pic doesn't do her justice. Way more strawberry juice on her face!

Walking with Poppi

YUM!

Time for lunch at Devil's Backbone Brewery. Delicious!

Playtime at Nana/Poppi's

Enjoying the nice weather

Loves her Poppi

Bubble time

New Siding= New House!

New Siding!

Loving the new look!

Out for a walk in the neighborhood-found some cicada shells

Looking for more bugs

so cute!

Love it!

From the back

New boards on the bottom deck

Dan's been working on the grass

Flowers in bloom!

Pretty nails

 Nama painted Carter's nails. She was pretty excited!

Sean's MAGICAL Birthday Party!

We woke up to heavy downpours of rain which could have put a damper on his birthday party, but the skies cleared a bit and grass dried a bit so that we were able to utilize our backyard for a bit of time during the party. The whole party was amazing. So many great friends were able to help him celebrate. They played and played inside and out, smashed a pinata, ate a lot of candy, played some more, watched a magic show, ate cupcakes and played some more. Whew! What an afternoon! They all left with their own magic wands to go perform magic with! I could tell by the look on Sean's face that he had an amazing time. He even showed off his own magic skills by performing a trick for his friends! We were so grateful that so many family members and friends were able to help him celebrate. A special thanks to Nama/Poppy for the magician, Auntie for providing cupcakes, and to Nana/Poppa for providing fruit salad and to both Nana and Nama for cleanup duty! We couldn't have done it without our wonderful families continued support!

The set up

Happy Birthday Sean!

Outdoor fun! No rain!

The stomp rocket is a hit every time!

Car Car is getting in on the action! (looking so pretty I might add!)

Pinata time!

That didn't take long!

C A N D Y!

Car loves her Nana

Eating some Candy with the birthday boy

Car loves her Nama too!

Magic time!

Sean was his assistant

The Amazing Mr. Sean alongside the amazing Mr. B!

Daddy had to help also, they made his wedding ring disappear!

Cupcake time!

Party is over, look at all of those new toys!

I love my wonderful, sweet, smart, amazing Seanie!

Sean and his bike (finally!)

Sean has shown little interest in riding his bike (or tricycle for that matter). He loves his scooter and chooses that as his mode of transportation. He did pretty well for his first try with the training wheels on.

Sean is 5!

Sean's 5th birthday was wonderful. He could choose any kind of dinner, home made or out to eat, and he chose to have Panera Mac n Cheese. If you have ever eaten it, you'll know why! YUM! We decided to have another picnic in the living room to eat our dinner which was followed by unwrapping presents. He was so excited about all of his gifts! I have to say his magic kit was a huge success. He has been doing tricks and practicing all week for his b-day party this weekend. What a great birthday and we have his party to look forward to this weekend! (Fingers crossed for no rain!)

Working on his cupcakes for school

His very own magic kit

Another favorite

Time for cupcakes!

YUM

Carter obviously enjoyed it as well