A bunch of April...

I've not been able to take time to get my blogging done, so I'm catching up (such a common theme, do wish I could be ahead).

The kids got to participate in the Easter season with performing a play on Passover Sunday.  A lot of work went into preparing for the play, and it was fantastic.  Nat was supposed to be with the 3-5's and sit on the floor through most of it, but she was so excited about singing with the choir she just had to be on stage.  She sat when she was supposed to, stood and sang her best when the choir sang.  I was so proud of her.  Anna wasn't in the play, but she was cute none the less.

 SNOW... in APRIL, yikes!!!  Good thing it lasted only a morning. (apr 14th)

Little princesses... Nat got to go to a princess party. The girls dressed up in their pretty dresses, made crowns and wands, and even had a tea party. Even a couple of us ladies got all fancied up (we're hiding in the very top left of the photo - click photo to expand). Such a beautiful bunch of girls.

OK, so I'm not actually potty training my 9 month old... just allowing her to get familiar with the potty.  Oh, but she was so cute sitting there... I'm sure she's not going to like me for these when she gets a bit older.  Love ya Anna! ;)

Nat had her first real tooth checkup this month.  She visited the dentist last October, but it was really for a chair ride and a quick glance at the TV.  She allowed the dental hygienist to clean her teeth while she wore sunglasses and had her eyes glued to the TV above.  Although she behaved spectacularly, it wasn't a good trip... turns out those little teeth had 4 cavities.  She's got her grandmother's teeth, what can we say.  And... no more chocolate Bhabba Ji.

We look forward to the Good Friday service at church every year.  Breakfast served by the men, a very reflective art walk, and a service that draws our focus to the CROSS.  Its a tradition that is so meaningful to our existence as Christians.  Well, we even got sun in amidst this rainy April.  We enjoyed a fantastic walk around the lake with friends, which included fishing a grocery cart out of the water (compliments of a Mr. Koetsier). 

Sunny days mean the kids get to escape to the back yard.  Not very many of these nice days this spring, so enjoying it while we can.

 Here are a few more of Chelsea's creative photos.  Anna at 9 months.