Sweet Cousins

My brother and his family came down for a visit this week. We finally got to meet the newest member of the family, Gwyndolyn. She was so sweet, such a smily little thing. Lillian is 2 and a half now so she was running around as part of the crew. She loved playing Barbies and princesses with Olivia. My mom and I took all 5 kids to the zoo on Thursday morning, that was quite a trip. People who saw us figured that all 5 were mine and were giving me some interesting looks ;) We had a great time with them and we were all sad when they left :(

Is It Summer Yet?

We are so ready for school to be out and summer fun to begin! We started early with a slip and slide party last week and have been going to the pool lots. I can't wait!

Professor Chase Turns 6!

Several months ago I saw an advertisement for a company that does "Mad Science" birthdays. I showed it to Chase and he immediately decided it would be perfect for his upcoming birthday, he loves science and he is always begging to do "experiments". After weeks of preparation the day finally arrived! As the guests arrived Chase scanned them in, he was working security and then gave each one a lab coat and ID badge.

The scientist came and put on a fun show for us. She had a styrofoam head that Chase melted with acetone, an egg that he help suck into a bottle, and even some fun with dry ice. After the show the kids went outside to do their own experiment, making slime. Then we had cupcakes and petri-dishes filled with jello and gummy worms.  

Chase had so much fun! One of the moms at the party told me she went up to Chase and said, "Great party Chase" to which he replied "I didn't do anything. I just told my mom science and this is what she did." He did tell me as I was tucking him in bed that that was the best party ever. I guess that is the highest compliment, now how do I out do myself for next year ;)