Happy 1st Birthday Lilyana!

Today was Lilyana's First Birthday!!! She is a dear friend and my God Daughter. So this was a party we weren't going to miss! We played, socialized, and had a delicious dinner. Then, it was time for the cake. I love seeing the babies' reaction to the cake and the mess that ensues is always unforgettable. So with that, we watched in anticipation as Lily's cake was brought to her... then, TEARS! Poor thing was scared - maybe of the candle? But after she got a good taste, she gobbled it and made a big mess for her mommy. Of course, a bath was in order to clean her all up. What fun! We're so thankful to have such wonderful friends and to share these very special days with them!!!




































While getting in the bath, Lily managed to smear frosting all over her mommy. Lily was covered in it. What a cute cake face! She is just so precious...

Happy 1st Birthday, Lily!!!

Oma's Birthday

Rachel had a busy day going to visit her Oma. It was lots of fun celebrating her birthday and getting to see Gi Gi and Opa, too! Here are some pictures of her in the restaurant playing with Gi Gi's sunglasses and at their house opening gifts.
Every year, Oma turns 29! That's what she says, anyway! It was lots of fun visiting. Happy birthday, Oma!!!

Finger Painting

Okay, so I am brave.
One morning I was watching Rachel and her friend Carolyn all by myself and both girls were getting a bit unruly. So... I made the quick decision to whip out the finger paints (& brushes) and let them get their creative juices flowing. They had a wonderful time and somehow the mess was confined to my table! I don't know how I did it, but I did, and the little ladies both made beautiful pieces of art. Oh, to be a kid again! Aren't they adorable?

Playin' Ball

Rachel and I went to watch Rich play volleyball last week. We had so much fun watching him hit the ball and play hard. Afterwards, Rachel ran out onto the court to get some play time of her own. Sweet father/daughter time!

Detroit Zoo

Rachel's Grandma and Grandpa came to town for a quick visit and we had a great time! While Daddy and Grandpa went to the PGA Golf Championship in Bloomfield Hills, us girls went to the zoo! We had a blast and saw lots of neat animals. Rachel liked the polar bear exhibit and the sea lions went swimming by many times. The polar bears, however, decided not to take a dip while we were there... oh well, maybe next time! We finished off the hot day with an ice cream treat. Yum.