Dance Recital

So proud of Reese as she did great in her very first dance recital.  She was a little nervous, but actually loved performing on stage.

The Daddy Daughter Dance was super cute, and the song "Red Robin" by Clark Richard is a tear jerker.

I didn't take any other pictures during the recital because we bought a video and I was just enjoying the moment.

After the show, lots of hugs and flowers from her fans -- Mom, Dad, Emmy, G&G Cipra, Grandma Haag, Tammy, Aubrey, Heather, Carly, Ellie, Ashly, and Elsa.

Last Day of School

Last day of Kindergarten!  Reese had a GREAT year and absolutely LOVED school.

End of MOPPETS

It is bittersweet that my time leading the OFLC MOPPETS group has come to an end.  While I won't miss all the prep work required for each meeting, I'll truly miss these kiddos -- Oliver running in every week yelling "Hi guys, I'm here!", Mary interrupting to tell us stories about her life (some true, some not), Calvin and Kayla coming up to dance with me at the front, little Zach and Matthew swaying and clapping to the music, Jack drawing me super hero pictures every week, and so many more.  Our MOPS/MOPPETS group has grown and is thriving with almost 60 kids. I hope I'm leaving them in a great position as I shift my volunteer time to the girls' school.

Emmy Ready for School

"Ok, class.  It's time for school.  I am Mrs. Schutte."

"Today we are working on fractions.  First you draw a circle, then color in the side you want."  Thanks to neighbors Laura and Ellie for teaching a 3-year-old about fractions.

Fairy Garden

Our fairy garden is coming to life!  We have had way too much fun creating this.... ok, I'm enjoying it even more than the girls.

Also, loving the new cushions on our front porch.