Easter 4/4/10

A little late posting Easter pictures but I finally developed them. Kara actually did 3 Easter Egg Hunts. The first one at her pre-school. Tim had her practice the night before and coached her right before. He was unbelievable,he was literally yelling at her, pick them up,run,get up,don't open the eggs yet, get as many as you can. All for 10 pieces of candy, hopefully she will not be traumatized for next year. The second one was at my parent's Church which they gave out prizes instead of candy. The third one at Aunt Lisa's house with her cousin. We also read everynight about the true meaning of Easter. Jesus loved us so much that he died for all of us. Kara about 3 days later,lined her stuffed animals in a row and starting crying(fake)she came out and said,"They all died on the cross but we shouldn't cry,Mommy. They will come back to life and we will be happy again. Tim and I were amazed just listening to her as she told "us" the story. She even mentioned the "mean soldiers" but God forgave them and Jesus and one guy went to heaven and the other one did not. We pray she will always have a hunger to learn and read the stories of the Bible.

Strike a Pose

Kara comes out of her room and ask Tim, "How do I look?" She is wearing our 3D glasses,pajama bottoms around her neck(she said, it was her scarf),pajama shorts with both legs in one for a skirt,and rain boots. She said, "Do I look ravishing". I made the mistake of asking her to pose for a picture. She is 3yrs and 3mos. now with an unbelievable imagination. She has a "pretend mouse" living with us name,"Jerry" He is the one that makes all of the messes,tears things up and sleeps in the ceiling fan. She wants to leave cheese and toys out for him. Tim and I are ready for "Jerry" to find a new home.

Christmas 12/25/09

Kara was such a joy this Christmas. She was so amazed and excited about looking at Christmas lights and watching traditional Christmas shows on TV.(still watching in January)Tim did an awesome job on her new/old dollhouse. Tim's Dad made this for his sister about 30 years ago. Tim cleaned it up and gave it a new paint job and looked great. She only asked for GeoTraxx(train set)this year. She has watched the DVD about 100times and know matter who asked that was what she told them. She also loved her new table and chairs with her tea set for all of her friends. We all had a very blessed Christmas and looking forward to new memories and traditions for the year 2010.

Christmas and Christmas Eve 12/24/09

Kara was so much joy this Christmas. She was amazed and excited about everything. She loved all the Christmas lights and watching all of the tradional Christmas shows on TV.(still watching in January)We started our Happy Birthday to Jesus tradition last year when Kara picked out a donut vs. a cake. I didn't plan very well thinking something would be opened Christmas Eve after Church. Well,I was wrong from Krogers,Giant Eagle,Dunkin Donuts,and Tim Horton's were all CLOSED. Tim was thinking just go home,no big deal we can find something at home. I insisted a tradition is tradition so we found donuts at the BP down the street. I will buy them the day before next year.

Baking Christmas Cookies 12/09

Kara's first time making cookies from start to finish. I always knew Tim had more patience than I except baking cookies with Kara. Tim is a very precise direction,instruction type person. Whatever the box says then their is NO deviating from the recipe or instructions. Unless,of course your baking with Kara and she decides how much goes in the bowl,the floor,the countertop,on herself,etc. I guess Kara and I are on our own for the next batch.

Kara's 3rd birthday

We all had a such a great time for Kara's birthday weekend. Started Friday night going to CocoKey Resort and swimming and spending the night. Some of our friends joined us for Spider Man cupcakes(yes,Spider Man,she wanted Princess and Spider Man)and swimming. Saturday we relaxed at home and celebrated with just us. Sunday,celebrated with family at our house. Monday at the Snowflake Castle with friends. Whew,Kara had so much fun but she didn't like the rule that you have to open the card before the present. Thankfully,by Sunday she got it down!!

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