Weekend Away!

Ryan and I headed to Deadwood for a weekend away!  We decided to go back for the SD anesthesia conference.  One of Ryan's coworkers and Mount Marty classmates, Tara and her husband Clinton went as well so we had a great time with them!

Since Ryan and Tara went to less than 2 hours of the conference the whole weekend, we had some time to take in the outdoors!  Very fun!

I didn't take my camera along but did snap these few pictures on my iPhone.


Buffalo

Above is a link to a video we took as we were driving to hike.  We were in Custer State Park.  It was probably one of my favorite parts of the trip!

Meanwhile...

 the kids were having a blast at the farm!

It was a refreshing trip but it is always the best to squeeze those little babies after they've been away for a bit!

Dance Recital 2013.

Kadence had her much anticipated Dance Recital and it went very well.  She had lots of company for the weekend and a whole cheering section at the recital.  She was nothing but excited and did so well.

 Kadence's routine was a tap routine to "The Great Divide" from the newest Tinkerbelle movie.  It was really cute and she knew the whole thing!  I loved seeing her on stage happy as can be and so confident in herself!

Kadence and her Kindergarten Readiness teacher Miss Stephanie.  Kadence was so excited she came to watch her and she brought her the cutest flower bouquets!

 Grandpa Ken and Grandma Debbie!

Grandma Sue and Papa Gary!

Aunty, Jack, Holly, and Mike!

 Kadence and one of her dance friends Huntington.

 Congratulations Kadence!  We are beyond proud of you!  Can't wait for next year!

Come Out Come Out Wherever You Are!

 Dear Spring,

I am not quite sure what we have done to deserve this weather.  We are tired of winter weather and snow.  I think I speak for everyone when I say we need some sunshine and warm weather.  The germs are sticking around way too long, the kids are going insane and us Mama's are about to lose our marbles.  So, we are wearing our shades and pretending you are here whether you like it or not.  Your arrival has been much anticipated and will be greatly appreciated.  We can't wait to have you here.  Please come soon.

Sincerely,
Tara

Circus Fun!

We decided to take the kids to the circus for something to do.  It has been awhile since we have gone, Kadence was just a few weeks old and Landon not even 2 the last time we went!  The kids really were at perfect ages and had fun the whole time.  Always plenty of entertainment between all the acts, the light up toys and yummy food!

 Enjoying the show!

 Kenzie thought the light up toys were pretty fun!

KK thought it would be great to eat a giant pickle on a stick!  Love this girl!

What a great way to spend a chilly spring Saturday morning!!

Kadence's 5 year check up.

Kadence had her 5 year appointment.  It is always the dreaded appointment because they have to get their "kindergarten" shots.  It helped that Kadence had been with Kenzie just a couple months before when she had to get some shots.  My sister and her family were still in town so they were able to stay with Landon and Kenzie so I could focus on Kadence.  She did just fine with her shots (not even shedding a tear) and everything else was normal.  She is just where she should be physically and psychologically.

Height: 44.8 inches 88th Percentile
Weight: 38.2 pounds 48th Percentile
BMI: 14.4

She is sure tall!  She has sprouted up the past couple months and I am thinking she may catch up to big brother before too long!  We are so blessed to have this happy, healthy 5 year old girl!!

Easter Weekend.

The Skowlund's came to Fargo for a very fun Easter weekend!  Mom and Dad were supposed to come as well but unfortunately dad got sick.  We missed having them here with us but still had a fun time!

 The kids dyed eggs together which was very fun!

Kenzie had so much fun dying eggs and was a very patient 2 year old!

 The boys had fun!

 Kadence picked purple of course!

 Some of our eggs!

 We took the kids to a water park hotel in Grand Forks on Saturday.  Everyone had a very good time!  I didn't take any pictures but the kids had fun swimming and going down all the slides!

 Sunday we all headed to church for a very nice Easter Service.  Once we came back the kids played with their Easter baskets and had an egg hunt!  I didn't get any pictures of them doing those things but it was a great time!

Happy Easter!

Dance Dance and Daddy's Girl.

 I had to post this cute picture of the girls.  These two spend an abundance of time dancing around the house to music.  They put their dance shoes on and go to town.  Old dance costumes make for the best dancing outfits!  I love how much they love to dance and it is something that they do very well together!

Snapped this picture of Kenzie and Ryan.  Daddy-o was tired after being on call all night and Kenzie wanted to snuggle.  She is such a daddy's girl!! I love her smile and the fact that she is snuggling her own baby!!