Happy Mother's Day to Me

Scott got a new toy, the IPad, a few weeks ago. Eli has loved playing on it and reading stories. Scott helped Eli make me a note on it for Mother's Day and they emailed it to me. So cute! Eli was so proud of all the pictures he added to it! Thank you, Eli!!!! I love you!!

Santi's Baptism

My nephew, Santiago, was baptized last Sunday at St. Pius Church in Granger. Santi didn't even cry a bit! We then went back to Keli & Pablo's house for food and family time. It was so nice to be together! And Eli had so much fun playing with his cousins!


Congratulations, Santi! We love you!

Strikes & Spares AND Go-Carts!!!!!

Last weekend we went to a place in Mishawaka called Strikes & Spares. Inside is a bowling ally (kid-friendly), a black light putt-putt room, many games and GO-CARTS! Our friends, Nathan & Kayla, met us for the evening.

Eli played his first game of bowling. These lanes had rails that could be put up for the kids, and they even had a ramp to help roll the ball. Eli loved it, especially when the ball made a big "bang" when he threw it on the lane. And he was SO excited when he would knock the pins down! Cute, cute, cute!
Then, it was go-cart time! Eli had such a blast!!!! They had a smaller go-cart area for the kids to drive and a bigger area for the adults to drive (and kids could ride with them). Eli did so well driving the go-cart! He is a natural! Think he was laughing every time he passed us. He then rode in a big go-cart with Daddy, and for his 2nd time he rode with Kayla (Check out the video below! You can even see Daddy & Nathan goofing around!). All had such a great time! What an awesome place, perfect for Eli, that we'll definitely return to!

What a Resemblance!

A friend made a few changes to one of our photos and I had to post it on here! So funny! Amazing how much they look alike!

Preschool Performance

Last weekend Eli's preschool had their end of the year performance during a church service. All month I had been asking Eli what he was singing and he'd just say, "I don't know." Then, the day of the performance I asked him and he said it was a secret, but then proceeded to tell me that he was playing the piano. This made me extremely curious because Eli doesn't know how to play the piano. Hmmm....

The preschool children entered the church and Eli had a huge smile on his face. Was so cute to see him with all the other little kids. They sang "This Little Light of Mine" and "Jesus Loves Me". Eli did a wonderful job singing, however, didn't do all of the hand motions...he was a little distracted with everything else going on. He was absolutely adorable! But, still don't know where the piano thing came from!

The Zoo is Open!

The Potowatomi Zoo opened a few weeks ago and we made our first visit last week with Lindsay & Cole Good. Of course, the first thing we did was ride the train...that's Eli's favorite part!!! The boys enjoyed walking around and seeing the animals. We even got to the lions just in time to hear one roaring...he didn't look too pleased with Eli ! It was still a little chilly, so some of the animals were not out yet, but I'm sure we'll return this summer to see them all!

Be careful, Eli, he looks a little hungry!

Outdoor Soccer

Eli has started 3 year old outdoor soccer through the YMCA at the Nibco Soccer Fields. Daddy is coaching again and this time has 10 kids on his team! It's adorable watching all these kids run around the field after the ball. And, Eli is improving!!!

Grilling Out with the Marrs

Last Friday night we had Anthony, Jen, Madison & Luke Marr over for dinner. We grilled out yummy chicken and veggies. After dinner we celebrated Luke's 3rd birthday with a delicious cake. The kids then played more while the adults had a little time to chat. Fun evening! Thanks, Marrs, for hanging with us!

My Girls

Last week Uncle Shawn called and wanted to take Eli to go see "How to Train Your Dragon" again. He was going to go with Shawn's girlfriend, Allison, and her nieces, Mallory & Madison. Eli was so excited to see the girls.....who he likes to call, "my girls". So cute! After the movie they headed to McDonald's and Eli came home with another toy dragon! He had such a great time! Thank you Uncle Shawn for including Eli in your fun evening!!!

MOD March for Babies 2010

Last Saturday was the MOD March for Babies in downtown Elkhart. We were walking again in honor of our good friends, Chris, Lindsay and Cole Good, who lost twins, Lia & Mason, over a year and a half ago to premature birth. Our team ended up raising over $2,400!!!! Awesome! It was an extremely cold day, but we enjoyed being with friends and helping in this important cause!