Beavers

Today, Lily Grace attended the Raindrops Club out at the Nature Center.  The topic was Beavers.  She was able to see a mouse, who is also a member of the rodent family, take a nature walk and  feed  turtles and fish in the same waters that some beavers call home.  Lily Grace also enjoyed petting a beaver tail and fur, as well as picking up sticks just like beavers do. Our visit ended with the construction of her own Beaver Lodge.  

The Nature Center also has their Scarecrow Display up.  Lily Grace is really in to scarecrows right now, so she was all to happy to have her picture made with one of them.

Dress Up

While Darby enjoyed a nap this afternoon, Horse got the pleasure of standing in for her during dress up.  Too cute!

Say Ahhhhhhh!

Lily Grace made her first visit to the dentist today.  She did an AWESOME job!   Leading up to today's visit, we talked a lot about what to expect and we even practiced.  I think I was much more nervous than Lily Grace.

She walked right in, posed for a picture and made herself comfortable as she waited for her name to be called.  Once back, she was in awe of everything.  As you can see, she didn't even need mommy to sit in the chair with her for the first time.  She was a big girl right from the start.  Miss Jennifer, the dental hygienist was amazing and Lily Grace adored her.  She was so thoughtful and took her time, giving Lily Grace special attention without overwhelming her.  She can even make balloon animals! :-)

Lily Grace sat and loved having her teeth counted, polished and flossed.  And oh yes, apparently they have the best water in the world.  I'm sure it has nothing to do with the little white cup.  Lily Grace wore her gloves just like Miss Jennifer the entire time, even adorning them with a beautiful diamond stunner that she selected from the prize wall at the end of her visit.

Dr. Josh was equally wonderful and says that Lily's teeth looked great.  I am happy to report no stains or cavities.  Oh!  And 3 that's right 3 of her two year molars are breaking through.  

We couldn't have asked for a better first visit.  It was quite precious and a cherished memory made.  It was after all  another of her "firsts" moments and while I look on with pride, I am still easily filled with that little tug on my heart that reminds me how quickly these "firsts" are occurring.  

To end her big girl day, we enjoyed lunch out and enjoyed a little girl talk.  

Simply Saturday

What a beautiful day!  There's a nice breeze, bringing with it a little tease that Fall is around the corner.  (well at least until the 90's return next week)

Not only have we enjoyed the great weather today, but also a little baking.  Lily Grace and I baked some Puffed Up Chocolate Chip Cookies.  Mmmmmmm....  Lily Grace enjoyed herself even more now that she has her own little Kitchen stand.  I'm showing her how to wash dishes later. :-)

Well, off to check on our fresh homemade Tomato Lasagna.  It's amazing how motivating a little nice weather can be.  Too bad it's motivational power ends at folding laundry.  HA!

Milk N' Cookies

Lily Grace with Ms. Annette

Today began our new semester of Kindermusik with Ms. Annette .  (click on the link to see what it's all about)  Lily Grace has been so excited about starting back.  I too was pretty excited.  I love what happens in these classes and how much fun she has while learning.  And best of all, I cherish the special time it creates for us together.

This semester's theme is Milk and Cookies.  At the end of class, Lily Grace received her purple Milk and Cookies lunchbox which held in it, two new music CD's, a xylophone and three new books.  It is very safe to say that she had a great time and is going to really enjoy this semester. Within one hour of leaving class, we have already listened to one of the new CD's, played her new xylophone and read one of the new books for nap time.  

Lily Grace also got  a new pink Kindermusik t-shirt today.  We plan on putting it on this Saturday and baking cookies in honor of her new semester.  Be sure and check back over the weekend for those cute pics.

Until then...