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December 25, 2012
Zenya Up in the VERY Early Hours of the Morning
November 24, 2012
Vera's Birthday Sleep Over
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November 22, 2012
Thanksgiving
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November 18, 2012
Mommy and Vera Playing
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November 17, 2012
Join us November 17, 2012 @ 11am to celebrate Vera's 2nd Birthday Party!
Vera Getting Ready for Her Birthday Party
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Vera Singing Taylor Swift
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Vera's Birthday party
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November 16, 2016
Vera Making Rice Crispy Treats for Her Birthday Party
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November 13, 2012
Visit with Grandpa Young
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November 11, 2012
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November 6, 2012
Vera & Zenya Playing
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November 4, 2012
Geoff's Birthday
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November 2, 2012
Zenya Playing with Her Frog
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Chatty Zenya
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October 31, 2012
Halloween
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October 30, 2012
Carving Pumpkins for Halloween
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October 20, 2012
Pumpkin Patch with Katelynn
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October 19, 2012
Vera Testing Out Her Halloween Costume
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October 11, 2012
Library with Daddy
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September 28 - October 5, 2012
Vacation to San Diego
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We took a trip to San Diego. Both of the girls did a great job on the way there. Zenya slept almost the whole drive with the exception of eating when we stopped. Vera played and sang all the way to San Diego. She has a couple favorite songs right now. She loves the classics, like Ring around the Rosie but her favorite radio song is Never Ever Getting Back Together by Taylor Swift. We really need to video tape her singing that one!
After we settled in at the condo we took a walk down to the beach. By then it was getting late so we didn't stay long but it was nice to scope out our territory for the next week.
September 29, 2012
SEA WORLD!!!!
Oh my goodness, I don't think we could have packed any more fun into one day. Vera loved it last year, but this year was just awesome to see her get excited over EVERYTHING. I look forward to the day that Zenya gets a kick out of this stuff too. I can't tell you how blessed we are for having TWO amazing little girls!
What a trouper Zenya is. We lugged her around to all the attractions and she happily went. She was such a good baby! We only made it to two shows, Shamu and Pets Rule; which we saw twice. It doesn't sound like much, but it was plenty considering the little ones.
The girls wore color coordinating outfits that Aunt Chelsie gave them while she was in town. Their outfits even included bright sun hats. The sun hats came in handy a couple times when Geoff and I got split up. We were able to easily find each other with these bright pink beacons!
Zenya didn't really care for the Shamu show. She began to get agitated right when the show started. Everything worked out though. It was hot so Geoff decided to sit in the Soak-Zone. We sat in the 10th row so the baby and I went up to the top of the stairs and waited out the wet portions of the show. It worked out well because I was able to get good video footage from where we stood. Geoff and Vera braved it, but every freezing cold drop missed them.
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As it turned out, it wasn't Shamu that Zenya didn't like. It was the nasty diaper blowout she was sitting in. Zenya and I made a pit stop to make sure she was clean and well hydrated. Daddy and Vera kept moving to the next exciting event. We met up with them at the Pet's Rule show already in progress. When we caught up Vera had a glazed look and a frozen smile on her face as she watched the animals do their tricks.
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This year Vera was tall enough to ride a couple rides. Her first ride was the Abby Cadabby Sea Star Ride (Tea Cup Ride). She spotted it from really far away so of course we made a beeline to Abby. Once we were up close Vera kept saying "Abby Dancing". The large Abby figure on top of the ride spins in circles as the ride is in motion.
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We also made it over to the Oscar and Elmo rides. Vera really enjoyed this thrilling new experience and I have to admit Geoff and I loved it too! Zenya slept in her stroller and Geoff and I traded kids.
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Elmo's Flying Fish
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Sea World has Halloween Spooktacular during the month of October. Vera dressed up as Mini Mouse and Zenya went as Cheer Bear. They have little trick-or-treat stops throughout the park where the kids get free candy. Vera is going to love Halloween this year!
When Vera saw the "real" Elmo she went nuts and practically hurdled every small child and obstacle to get to him. I'm not joking, this would have been a good time for a child-leash. She eagerly hugged Abby and gave her a big kiss. Then Vera just stared at her with a big excited smile. There was certainly no fear in meeting her best friends. We took pictures with the rest of the Sesame Street crew and also got their autographs.
The second time we went to see Pet's Rule Zenya stayed up to watch. By this time of day, the sun had begun to set so there was shaded seating and it was starting to cool off. We had been careful all day to make sure Zenya's sensitive skin was not abused by the sun so this was a great opportunity to let her fully enjoy the experience. She sat on my lap and looked around. She was pretty happy to be with the rest of us!
On our way out of the park after this show we stopped to see a couple of the Sea World Characters. It was late in the day and Vera didn't take a nap so she was pretty hesitant to get close to these beautiful creatures. Look at that mean-mug! We knew our time was limited.
Finally right by the gates to leave we saw Cookie Monster. Geoff and I looked at each other, we both had one unsaid thought: should we really try to squeeze another character picture...
And the answer was YES! Vera perked up and walked right up to him like she's known him for years. No fear, no cranky face - just excitement. Both of the girls got their picture taken and we got his autograph as well.
Our very long and exhausting day was complete. We proceeded to the car. As we put Vera into her car seat the realization that our fun day was over had set in, she blasted out "No!" and started crying. Zenya really enjoyed herself too.
Now, with two kids we see all the coordination and planning that goes into family vacations! It's a lot of work, but hands down worth it a million times over!
September 30, 2012
Since it was the day after Sea World, we took it really easy. We slept in and had a nice breakfast.
Good Morning Zenya!
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Nick and Michele happened to be in town for a family party so we met up with them and watched a few minutes of football. Here's a picture of Vera and Katelynn playing while the rest of us visited. Yes, we could have done all this back home, but it was a lazy day so it worked out perfect for all of us.
After Nick, Michele and Katelynn left for Phoenix, our family had Vera's favorite lunch: Mac & Cheese and a Corn Dog. After lunch we went down to the bay to splash and play. This little cove is about 3/4mi from our condo. It's perfect because the water is calm, the beach is clean and it's not very busy.
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Our days seem to fly by. It's all down hill by dinner time. After we eat our bedtime routine is underway. The girls are were in bed by 8.
October 1, 2012
Pacific Beach and Belmont Park
We had another slow morning then drove down to Belmont Park. We set up camp on the beach then played in the ocean. We had a picnic lunch then went for a bike ride through the touristy section of Mission Bay.
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We borrowed the bikes from the condo owner and hooked up the trailer and toddler seat. The attachments only worked on one bike so Geoff had both the girls attached to him. Luckily it's a pretty flat ride. The views are amazing and there was plenty to see. I don't know how this is possible, but Vera managed to fall asleep in the toddler seat. Zenya also managed to sleep but she was buckled into to her comfy car seat which was strapped in to the trailer.
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We stopped for some ice cream then headed back to base for dinner. We hustled through the normal evening routine, both girls were bathed and in bed by 7:15. They are really enjoying their time in San Diego, boy are they beat!
October 2, 2012
La Jolla Beach
We met up with Veronica, my friend from KSU. She drove down from LA. We got lucky, she is between "shows" this week. Veronica works as a set designer in Hollywood. I don't know her exact title, but I know it's a big deal to her so I'm sorry if I've inaccurately described her profession. We met for lunch at Barbarella's. We walked by this pub last year and Geoff really wanted to stop, but we already ate. This year it was built into the plans. When you look at the pictures, you'll understand why Geoff was so interested in stopping in.
We played on the playground at the beach for a little while before Veronica arrived. We had a lot of fun at this place last year too. It's kid friendly, there's lots of other parents there. The beach has nice sand and the surf is fairly tame.
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We also went back to the La Jolla Cliffs where the seals and sea lions sun themselves on the rocks. It's a pretty nice sidewalk along the cliffs edge and it's easy to see the wildlife. There's many reasons to remember this area, but the most memorable is the horrible stink in the air from these animals! Yuk! This neat little trek comes at a price!
We stopped at a nice little coffee shop with a beautiful view of the cove. It was really nice to catch up.
We went back to the beach to watch the sunset. I think most would agree that a beautiful sun set never gets old. It's always a treat to see something so pretty!
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October 3, 2012
Back to Sea World!!!
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So it actually was possible to fit more fun in! We didn't take as many pictures/videos and just cranked through all the exciting shows and exhibits. We still had plenty of time to ride the rides and go through the Sesame Street meet and greet line 5 times! It was a week day so everything was much easier to maneuver.
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Vera is a pro at this Sesame Street Meet and Greet. There were kids in line in front of us and behind us that were terrified of the "monsters". Not Vera, when it was her turn she literally ran up to them with open arms and a big smile! Today we met Big Bird, Ernie and Elmo (Abby couldn't make it) Holly cow, I know this is completely unreasonable and it would lose it's luster, but I seriously thought about buying an Elmo costume.
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Daddy and Vera Climbing the Ropes
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Wacky Mirror
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It really is priceless to see your kids face light up! It's a shame that their memories don't start to stick until age 3-ish. I guess that's just one more good reason to come back again and again! I'm sure the girls will appreciate the vast number of pictures we take when they get older.
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If we come back again next year, Zenya will be a little more than a year. We will have two excited little girls with glowing faces! If Zenya's walking by then, she can ride the rides too!
October 4, 2012
Mission Bay
Because we had so much fun at Sea World we eased into the day. We didn't leave the house until lunch time.
Vera Singing
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We rode our bikes down to the bay and set up camp. We brought a 2 man tent and set it up on the beach. The tent worked out great, we were able to store all of our stuff inside while we were in the water or out site seeing. It provided great protection for Zenya too.
After we set up our site we took a bike ride around the bay. It was a nice relaxing path with several playgrounds along the way. After passing several Vera couldn't take it any more. We had to stop and it was a nice one. This playground was huge! She loves the swings and slides but her new skill is climbing the ropes and ladders. She scurries up them in a hurry, getting down is a different story! "Help Please", meaning she's ready to get down.
We went back to the Green Flash for dinner, this is the same place we stopped at on our last night last year too. It's a nice restaurant right on the beach. It's best experienced at sunset, so we made it in plenty of time. Both the girls fell asleep on the car ride over. Zenya doesn't have a hard time falling asleep in the car, but it is an extremely rare event for Vera. It's even more unheard of to be able to get her out of the car seat still sleeping. She managed to stay asleep through our entire dinner. She was whipped! Vera is becoming more and more independent and Zenya takes up most of my cuddle time so it was really nice to cuddle up to Vera. Zenya woke up toward the end of dinner so Geoff and I enjoyed the entire meal with peace and quiet as we watched the sunset on the ocean's horizon.
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Cute story...so we finally got both the girls in bed and Geoff and I have been packing up the condo. Geoff went to check on the girls and heard Vera talking in her sleep. She was dreaming about meeting Elmo! In her sleep she lazily reached her arms out and said "Elmo". That by itself was worth the price of admission to Sea World!
What an amazing vacation! But wait there's more...we're going to pack up in the morning, then head to the beach once more before starting our drive back to the Phoenix heat.
October 5, 2012
Pacific Beach and Belmont Park
Almost time to go. We didn't want our vacation to end so we stayed at Pacific Beach and Belmont Park up until the very last minute. We pulled out of San Diego around 5pm and headed home from there. We went for a walk and squeezed in a little more beach time.
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September 23, 2012
Mahli's going to Live with Aunt Chelsie
September 22, 2012
Zenya Waking Up
Geoff's After Jog Dance
Vera Doing the Heisman
Zenya's Funny Faces
September 19, 2012
The Girls going for a walk
The Girls Playing
Zenya Playing with Molly
Aunt Chelsie's Visit
Vera Playing with Uncle New Guy
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September 15, 2012
Family Fun
Football!
September 14, 2012
Zenya's Two Month Shots OUCH!!
September 13, 2012
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Cleaning up her Bo-Zone
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September 9, 2012
Kick Off to Football Season!
The Girls
September 6, 2012
Vera's First Sewing Project
Vera Sewing Her New Apron
We match!!! I made my apron a couple years ago. We made Vera's out of the scraps.
Well, we had to take them for a test drive! Blue cupcakes with blue sprinkles!
Baking with Vera
September 2, 2012
Labor Day Weekend
Zenya's First Camping Trip
We decided to give camping a try. We only committed to one night just in case the girls didn't do well. They both did a great job! We all woke up a couple times through the night but everyone settled down easily and went back to bed. We've got years of camping a head of us!
Labor Day Camping Songs
September 1, 2012
Katelynn's 3rd Birthday
August 29, 2012
Bath Time for Zenya! She really likes taking a bath.
Bo on the Go
The next couple videos are about as close to watching the "Bo on the Go" with Vera as you can without being here in person. This show focuses on kids up and moving. Vera loves it! This is definitely her favorite show right now. I have to say Geoff and I like it too because there's a portion where "Bo" (the main character) tells the viewers, called "Bo Buddies", to clean up their "Bo Zone". So Vera scurries around picking up her toys to get ready to watch the rest of the program.
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Vera loves this show. Watch her dance to the intro song.
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There's one thing left to clean up the "Bo Zone" before the Wizard appears.
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In this episode they are trying to find Fruity Pa-Tootie because he is eating up all the fruits and vegetables. During each adventure they have to open 3 doors but they are locked so the "Bo Buddies" have to reach for the sky to get the flying key.
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Bo Buddies pretend to be different animals, "animoves" to get through the obstacles to get to the next door. In this case Vera is pretending to be a giraffe and she's stepping over watermelons in a watermelon patch.
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Each time they accomplish their goal, Bo Buddies celebrate by doing a "Bo Boogie". The characters on TV just do a dance, but since Vera knows what a booger is, she added holding her noes while she dances. Geoff and I both got a kick out of that the first time!
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Vera decided that she needed a friend to watch Bo with her so she grabbed the singing cow that Mike got her the last time we were in Ohio.
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Still on the move, Vera adds her own props while she watches the show on the move.
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She's winding down, but we got one more good Jump! out of her.
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I'm not gonna lie, Geoff and I both catch ourselves singing Bo on the Go while we're doing odds and ends around the house. It's better than "Yo Gabba Gabba", I'm so glad she's not into that one!
August 27, 2012
Zenya Kick Party! Here she is getting a late night work out in.
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August 28, 2012
Life-Style Family Shoot
August 24, 2012
Sleepover party with Shirley
Where's Vera?!?
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Zenya Swinging
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August 23, 2012
Precious Sleeping Baby
- both the girls slept with me while Geoff was hunting.
These are the fancy Smore's I made for Geoff to take on his Hunting Trip. Waffle cones filled with chocolate morsels and mini-marshmellows. YUM!
August 20, 2012
Zenya and Daddy
August 18, 2012
This was Kylie and Keegan's last full day in Arizona. We wish we lived closer!
Snack Time - we had watermelon cut outs! Cool treat! Keegan had a dinosaur.
We took Aunt Kylie and Keegan to Family Fun Night at Church. Vera and Keegan had a great time running around the atrium and gym while Mom, Dad and Aunt Kylie played board games.
Aunt Ky did Mommy's hair with neat little braids and twisties.
August 17, 2012
Vera and Keegan kept busy chiseling away at a block of ice with toys inside. Zenya supervised.
Keegan is thinking about becoming a Dentist.
Darn Paparazzi - "Give me that camera!"
Here are the two toddlers hard at work trying to break their toys free from the block of ice.
"My tongue is frozen!"
Here's Keegan and Vera playing with their treasures.
Scorpion Hunting with Aunt Ky and Keegan at the White Tank Foothills Mountain.
This is Ranger "Doc" with the thrill seekers. I don't know why we had to go on an escorted tour. There are plenty of scorpions at our house!
Look carefully, do you see it?
August 16, 2012
Rainy Day Fun! A walk in the park!
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Dinner time at last! Kylie and I made fancy lasagna cups. Delicious!
Zenya has a twin! Not really, this is Molly, Vera's baby doll. Zenya entertained her guest while we ate dinner at the table.
August 15, 2012
Out for Sushi to celebrate Kylie's Birthday! Zenya was really well behaved during dinner. She slept while we enjoyed our time out together. Uncle Geoff watched the tots.
Techno Tub Party Time! Vera and Keegan thought the glow sticks were pretty cool!
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August 14, 2012
Nursing Mom's Support Group
We welcomed Zenya and celebrated Carlton's 1st Birthday and
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Keegan was a welcomed guest because Carlton is the only boy normally.
Miss Jena (Remington's Mom) and Vera
Miss Janet (Remington's Gramma) and Remington
Vera and Zenya with the blankets Remington's Gramma made them.
Aunt Ky and Zenya
Mamma and the girls
It's a good thing Vera was wearing yellow! These cupcakes were a total mess!
Remington looks like she's the Joker's daughter
What a great day! Fun with all Vera's friends then home to play outside. Vera and Keegan had a great time with their finger paint projects.
August 13, 2012
We filled every day with as much fun as we could fit while Aunt Kylie and Keegan were here. We had magic hot dogs for dinner the first night they were here!
Our own personal water park!
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Vera taught Keegan how to jump like a frog.
More painting fun in the bath tub!
Paint Party in the Tub
Zenya had a tummy ache, Aunt Kylie was trying to help her work things out.
Vera read Zenya a story to try to take her mind off of her tummy ache.
August 9, 2012
Vera and Zenya Playing
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August 8, 2012
Zenya's Bath Time!
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August 4, 2012
Team USA
The girls are watching the Olympics in their USA TuTu's that Gramma Miller made them.
August 3, 2012
Bed Time At Last!
Look at that handsome guy! That's my favorite smile!
Mommy and Vera winding down for the night after watching the Olympics.
Out on our first walk together. I can't wait for the weather to cool down enough to start going for walks again!
Zenya's First Play Date
This is Olivia and Abigail. They have a big brother, Grayson, that's Vera's age.
July 30, 2012
Zenya Tummy Time. She does a really good job with this exercise!
The Warm Up Exercise
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July 26, 2012
Adorable Baby
Bath Time!!
July 25, 2012
Grayson's Birthday Party. This was at Playgrounds, an indoor playground. Vera had a lot of fun and she made a couple new friends while she was there too.
Down the Slide
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A tour of the facility with Vera playing
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July 24, 2012
Zenya Playing
July 22, 2012
Christ Presbyterian Welcomes Zenya
July 21, 2012
Bath Time for Zenya
Vera's Special Day of Fun
Mommy and Vera making frozen yogurt drops
Vera Playing in her fort made we built with couch cushions
Vera climbing along her homemade obstacle course
Dancing and bouncing on the blow up mattress.
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We played Princess Dress Up
Mommy made a fancy Lunch. It's a picture - use your imagination. The cottage cheese is a cloud, the sandwich is a butterfly, the watermelon is a flower and the apple is rolling hills. Vera could have cared less, it was still food to her, she ate the cottage cheese and Geoff had the rest.
We tried to have a green bubble bath, but it didn't work out as planned. The bubbles were supposed to be green, but all we seemed to accomplish was lightly discoloring the water green. Vera still loved it!
To cap off the night we painted our toenails blue!
July 19, 2012
Zenya Hick Ups - too stinking cute!
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Vera's Dance Party
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July 18, 2012
Zenya's First Bottle
Zenya's personalized building block from Grandpa Young
Zenya's Visitors
July 17, 2012
Zenya's First Bath at Home
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July 16, 2012
Zenya's First Outing - we went to the pediatrician's office.
July 14, 2012
First Day
Hearing Test
The technician said Zenya passed with flying colors!
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Arriving Home with the New Baby
Aunt Chelsie sent Zenya Flowers and Vera Big Sister Balloons. This video is of Vera going nuts over her balloon arrangement.
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Mommy and Daddy got Vera a Big Sister Promotion Gift. She loved her purse, magic wand, crown and jewelry.
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July 13, 2012
Zenya's Birthday!
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Zenya's Nursery
July 8, 2012
Toddler Protest
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July 6, 2012
Playing at the Splash Pad at Marley Park
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July 4, 2012
The weather was perfect on the 4th of July! We had a really good rain that day and it cooled down to the mid 70's. Vera played outside for a long time. We missed going to the Rodeo, but next year we'll make up for it!
June 30, 2012
Vera and Gerby Singing
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June 29, 2012
Toddler + Bucket of Water = Lots of Fun
June 24, 2012
Vera Playing with her Friends from Church
June 23, 2012
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June 22, 2012
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This is Vera's favorite song from VBS. You can't see her though. She's at the bottom left corner of the group of kids.
June 20, 2012
Vera playing in her Bible School Class Room waiting for VBS to start.
June 18, 2012
Vacation Bible School
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June 17, 2012
Father's Day
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June 11, 2012
Splash Pad Fun with Remington!
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June 8, 2012
Vera's Sleep Over in Her New Big Girl Room
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Vera Tells Us about Her Lunch
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May 31, 2012
Geoff's Trip to Seattle
May 22, 2012
Vera having a "Ball"
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May 21, 2012
Play Date with Andrew and Alexia (Mom: Michelle), Isabella and Giovanni (Mom: Erika), Katelynn (Mom: Michele), Remington (Mom: Jena) and of course Vera and I.
May 19, 2012
BBQ Cook Off
Parents as Teacher's Mother's Day Event
May 13, 2012
Mother's Day
May 12, 2012
Gender Reveal Party for the New Baby
May 8, 2012
Vera Playing with Grandpa Young at the Summit Mall
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Vera Playing with Kimi
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Visit with Kimi
May 7, 2012
Cleveland Aquatic Center
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May 6, 2012
Visit with Grandma and Grandpa Warren
Visit with Grandpa Young
May 4, 2012
Phoenix Children's Musem
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May 3, 2012
Vera Says "Please!"
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No! No! Daddy!
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May 1, 2012
Vera Helping Mommy Make Dinner
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Vera Loves Corn on the Cob
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April 27, 2012
Play Date at Remington’s Grandma’s House
April 20, 2012
Spring Time Blooms
Bountiful Baskets Co-op
April 13, 2012
Anniversary Overnight in Scottsdale
April 12, 2012
Vera's Fit
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April 12, 2012
Winkleman Ride
April 9, 2012
First Swim of the Season
April 8, 2012
Easter Morning
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LOOK at what our magic Jelly beans sprouted into!!! All Day Suckers! Yum!
Easter Cake Tradition
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Vera Playing in Mommy's Shoes
April 7, 2012
Our New Easter Tradition - Planting Jelly Beans for the Easter Bunny!
Easter Egg Hunt at Church
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April 3, 2012
Vera Riding Her Hippo
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March 25, 2012
Lady Bug Picnic
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March 24, 2012
Vera Helping Daddy make her Big Girl Furniture
March 23, 2012
Family Play Date in the Backyard
March 17, 2010
St. Patrick's Day!
March 15, 2012
Vera Sweeping the Floor
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Vera Calling Daddy at Work
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Vera Playing in her Crib after a Nap - Chatter Box
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March 14, 2012
Del Webb Hospital Mom's Group
It's really hard work playing with your friends.
March 10, 2012
Vera Playing at Katelynn's House
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March 8, 2012
Play, Learn, Grow at the Library
March 5, 2012
Vera's Potty Song
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Vera's Famous!! Pay attention, she's in the add 3 times. You have to be quick because she's in the first slide.
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March 1, 2012
Vera Helping Mommy Make Muffins
I think someone's ready for their very own apron!!!
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February 29, 2012
Ba-Wee!!!
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February 23, 2012
Play, Learn, Grow at the Library
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February 17, 2012
Sled Riding Trip to Greer
At the Hotel
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At the Ski Lodge
Sled Riding
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Poor Baby!
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Eating the Snow
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February 16, 2012
Grow & Learn at the Library
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February 14, 2012
Valentine's Day
Moms Group Valentine's Day Party
We had a special visit from Lu Lu the Hospital’s Pediatric Service Dog. She’s only 18 months old and 100 pounds!
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February 13, 2012
Crochet Stuffed Animals from Aunt Kylie to the new baby!
February 12, 2012
Alexia's Birthday
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Piggyback Rides!
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February 9, 2012
Grow & Learn at the Library
The Wheels on the Bus
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If You’re Happy and You Know It…
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Vera Helping Mommy Sew
February 5, 2012
Super Bowl Sunday, Vera Singing Karaoke
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January 31, 2012
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January 26, 2012
Grow and Learn at the Library
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January 22, 2012
Vera Pillow Surfing
January 21, 2012
Eva’s 1st Birthday
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Vegas Girls Trip
January 18, 2012
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January 14, 2012
Good Bye Hair 17" Donated to Locks of Love
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January 13, 2012
Vera & Katelynn Jumping in the Jump-Jump
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Vera Playing with Mommy’s Phone
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Vera Having a Tea Party with her Babies
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January 8, 2012
Vera Playing with Her Bible School Craft
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Office Desk Project
January 5, 2012
Vera Helping Take Down the Christmas Decorations
January 2, 2012
Daddy got Vera a New Tea Party Set
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January 1, 2012
Tortilla Flats
