a birthday party and friends

It has been quiet at the home front. We are adjusting to Lilja going to school and she really needs some "stay home " time in the weekends.. Wishful thinking as there are birthday parties to go to and people to see.

My friend Cindi is moving back to town, so the kids got reacquainted. The last time we saw them, Ryan was 1..  

Ofcourse high up in the sky.. Little daredevil!!

Lilja and I had a library day when Aran went hunting.. Yes it is that time of the year.. Lilja played with this Educo doll house for hours.. I love that it is wood and open so you can play from all angles. I think this might have to become a birthday present.. Any takers??

Next week is Lilja's first time taking school pictures.. she has been practicing her sweet smile.. what do you think about this one?

LOVE!!

and this one??

or this one??

Momma, it is my responsibility to water the plants... they are almost dead!!

I just found this photo in a box.. I must have been 13. I think this trip was to England.. yes our family were big bike riders.. best vacation ever!! so many stories!!

Maddie turned 4 last weekend.. She had a My Little Pony birthday party.. Melissa went all out.. Guess who was the life of the party?? a pony named Cody!! and these cupcakes!!

The birthday gir.. We forget she is only 4!! she is as tall as Lilja..

There is a little poy on this cupcake that is one of Lilja's lovies now.. pink, sparkly and little!!!

Lilja dressed herself for the party.. I did have to put my foot down on some different leggings, but she has a great fashion sense.

Cody the pony rode probably in about 100 circles or more.. so well behaved and gentle. Baby Kate would not get off, but she did ant to share.

Finally all by myself!!

Lilja thought it was funny that Cody had pink ribbons in his air.. yes, he was a boy. 

she is pretty comfy on a horse.. Aran does not want her to really love horses.. I say... let her chuck some poop for some lessons and she will earn her keep :))

so cute!!