Brave Josh

This was Josh with Dr. Fragetta on his first check-up.

Josh had his 4-year check-up this week. He was very brave and had to get 5 shots! It was a sad thing, but he recovered quickly and even waved good-bye to Dr. Jim.
Josh chose to go to Friendly's (he called it Happy's a few times) for a post-shot treat. It turned into a good afternoon afterall!

Hershey Park Happy!

We went to Hershey Park with Pop-Pop and Yiayia on the last day of the season again this year. Thankfully it didn't rain this time! This year Josh was a Reese's PB Cup and Katelyn was a Hershey Kiss. (She declined a picture.) It was a fun day - we hit ZooAmerica this time around, Josh rode on some new rides, the kids had their first Dip'n Dots (the future of ice cream, right?!), and we ended the day with kettle korn! Josh went on his first grown-up ride with Jeff - the Flying Falcon. We can't believe he's big enough already! He really had a good time.

Katelyn's favorite ride of the day - the Frog Hopper.
We couldn't get a picture of the Dizzy Drums to do justice, but Katelyn slipped off the seat as soon as the ride started. Josh made many attempts to lift her up, but they were both laughing too hard. It was pretty funny to see her head pop up every once in a while!

Family Log Flume!

A ride around the park...

...while Katelyn took a little R&R.

Josh got Yiayia to go on a ride with him - the rocket ships!

And we ended the day on the carosel! Thanks Yiayia and Pop-Pop!

Bunnies and Emotions

Katelyn wanted to show off her bunny crown. Josh is learning about emotions at school and wanted to show those off too!

Let's Go O's!

It was a beautiful day for a ball game. This was Katelyn's first baseball game and the first game that Josh can remember! Both kiddos were decked out in O's gear.

On the way in Josh took a turn seeing how fast he could pitch.
Yes...Katelyn totally hit the woman in the corner taking her picture!

Next stop...the playground! Josh and Miles take a slide.

Three cutest O's fans!

We liked how Katelyn decided to watch part of the game! :)

See you next season O's!

Magnet Ball

Josh started soccer this week. The first half of the hour is a clinic where the coaches attempt to direct the 4 & 5 year olds in drills. The second half is a scrimmage where everyone runs after the ball. It's pretty entertaining. So enjoy these pictures of kids in t-shirts that are way too large for them. And know that at least 75% of the kids have asked their parents when soccer is over and when they can play on the playground that is right next to the field...all within the first 30 minutes. :)

(Josh is the kid right behind the boy with the ball in the middle of the picture. They may be passing partners - someone is out of position.)

At one point, we heard the coach say to Josh, "Way to move!"


The picture is fuzzy, but it was the only one we took that truly captured the game. Josh is in the pile of kids somewhere.

Here is Josh showing off his new shin guards. Katelyn got a pair too and was eager to get them off. Her face says it all!

GO RAVENS!

Katelyn's Cubby Conference

Today was almost Katelyn's first day of school. Today we met Katelyn's teachers for a mini, 15-minute cubby conference. Katelyn liked playing with the toys and talking to her teachers. Macy was there before us for her conference, so the two girls liked checking out their cubbies and being at school together. Next week comes pictures of Josh and Katelyn with their school bags - and hopefully no rain! Oh, and Katelyn chose her outfit - so cute!

First Day of School for Josh

Today was Josh's first day of school. He is in a 4's/Pre-K class with 9 other boys. It's going to be a wild year! Half of the class are other boys Josh already knows (including his buddy, Parker!) and the rest are new friends to be made. Tomorrow we get to bring in snack to celebrate his birthday again...this should be the last celebration of Josh's birthday month!

Cars Party for Josh

We celebrated Josh's birthday with his friends this weekend. He asked for a Cars Party, so that is what he got! We had Lightning McQueen and stop sign cupcakes and dinner was served at Flo's V-8 Cafe!

Katelyn shows off her tattoo from Ramone's House of Body Art

Fishing for car parts at Mater's Towing and Salvage

Miles enjoyed cruising around the house!

Blowing out the candles...no, he's not biting the cupcake yet!

Macy and Katelyn cheesing it up with their red icing lips

School buddies

Bouncing in Radiator "Springs"

**Note: Most of these ideas were not my own - there are tons of ideas for Cars themed parties online. I just executed!**

Beach Highlights - Hanging Around

Katelyn and Josie playing Ring Around the Rosie - kind of

Heading to the donut shop

Katelyn ready for a bike ride

Betsy got to see some of her former Towson University Field Hockey teammates. Here's Megan in her sister's wedding.

And Perks and Jessie too! It was such a treat to spend time together!