recital sneak peak

Yesterday the girls had dance pictures

 They got to dress up in there costumes and smile for the camera

 Mommy took a few shots before the professional just in case they didn't cooperate

11 months old already!

 Can you believe that this little guy is already 11 months old!

 He is such a big boy.  He is cruising and almost walking.  He is 21 lbs already 

First family hike

This weekend we went for a nice hike at the west rim of the pa grand canyon. It was a beautiful day and we all had a great time

March for babies

Today we walked for babies with my mops group. The girls had a great time we had great weather and it was for a wonderful cause. A great way to end the weekend!

To nap or not to nap

This is how I found Brennan yesterday when he was suppose to be napping. He can stand up but has not figured how to get back down

Edible crayons

Many of you have asked how these cute little crayons were made so here you go. 

You start with pretzel sticks.  I used rold gold, but any of the thick sticks will do. I cut them in half with a serrated knife. 

Then took bowls of different colored chocolate wafers and melted them. 

The wilton ones work great about a minute and a half in the microwave and they were ready to dip. 

I then put them on some wax paper and let them dry. 

Next I printed the labels.  You can find them here or make your own.  I attached them with a piece of tape.

And ready to eat... or sell which is what I did for our march of dimes bake sale!

Outdoor clean up crew

Last weekend we cleaned up the yard and got ready for spring. The girls helped