Quick on her feet...

Well, as this week has been a busy one with Mommy out of town and Gung Gung and Po Po (a very big thank you for everything you did, including all the great Chinese meals Kylie was able to have each time) in town helping out, this weekend we exerted all our energy! We went from running the 5k Fantasy of Lights race to a bounce house birthday at Pump It Up.   Happy 5th Birthday Nick and Abby.

Kylie has been doing the Fantasy of Lights 5k race each year. This year she really understood the concept of running and racing, even though she was in her jogging cart she was yelling out "go mommy go...let's go"! With all the runners there, Kylie was even able to experience a little taste of victory herself, by running thru the finish line.

Here is Kylie at her first 5K thru the lights

Here is Kylie at her 3rd Year at the 5K race (One Year it was closed due to a Hurricane!)

 This Year she made it to the finish line (still daylight and no other runners around).  She did do the Kids Race this year and won a medal!  I think the medal is awesome!

Kylie and Santa Claus

Just a view while racing

The after party....

On Sunday we went to the birthday party at Pump it Up, a indoor bounce house extravaganza.  Here are some shots from the day.  Including a video of Risk Taker Brian and Kylie!

Happy Halloween

What an amazing Halloween!  It has been a non-stop day.  Just to set the stage we have been experiencing torrential downpours since Friday night.  

First part of the day was Kylie's class and school participated in a Halloween Parade.  Kylie hung out with her friend Madison while they collected candy along the way.  

Here is a shot of the whole class (Yes Kylie wasn't too happy she wanted the candy!)

 Here is a picture of Kylie and Madison getting Candy from Popo the Puppet

  

Here is Kylie and I in her class.  Super happy girl! 

After Kylie's Parade at school it was back home as I was lucky enough to work from home today.  In the midst of that we also planned a garage party.  I know your all jealous that you weren't able to attend the party in my garage but we planned ahead in case there was any rain.  The purpose of the party was that everyone had some food prior to going trick or treating, there was a one stop Halloween Candy location for five houses (all the kids that came thought they scored) and the women and men took turn taking the kids trick or treating.  What a concept right??  Did I mention we were safe if the downpours continued?    Well low and behold right after we ate the blue skies came out and the ran stayed away so we could trick or treat.    

Kylie really enjoyed Trick or Treating this year and went door to door knocking and saying Trick or Treat.  She even remembered her manners and said Thank You.  She stayed out til almost 9 tonight with our great friends and neighbors and fell asleep in seconds after her shower.  

We had a great time this Halloween surrounded by amazing friends/neighbors, good food and one heck of a garage party. 

Here is the crew ready to go Trick or Treating

Here is the garage party!

Here is the kids table

 

Kylie and Daddy off to get some Candy

Dad my Bag is getting too full!

Our amazing pumpkin.  Thanks to our neighbor Andy who carved it for us.  It was quite popular tonight

WARNING - No child was injured in this picture.  Kylie and I moved the car from the driveway into the garage.  When I asked her what she thought of Trick or Treating this was her response. She loved it!

B I N G O

Tonight, Kylie Brian and I attended Halloween Bingo for Park Springs Elementary.  Kylie got to get all dressed up in her costume that was loving made by Grandma.  Although, Kylie didn't quite get the concept of BINGO she did have a blast as she knew many of the kids and parents there from our neighborhood.  The best Bingo Caller by far was our neighbor Mrs. Pankratz (aka Kelly).  However, she did not pull the winning Bingo Balls for us, maybe next time.  Not only did we get to play BINGO but we had pizza and drinks too!  

 Kylie's favorite part was the student council was selling baked goods.  She wanted to be very supportive of their efforts but decided on just one cupcake.  Thanks to Abbe, Marcie, Tina, Sherri, Diana and Bingo Caller Mrs. Pankratz for a fun time and making us feel like Park Springs Parents.  Let the Halloween Festivities Begin!  (Hurricane Rina go away we don't want you here!)

On Our Way

Smiley Ladybug Kylie

Kylie and Aaron (She was scared of him with his mask on)

Halloween Bingo Madness

When the Ladybug gives the event a Thumbs Up, you know it was good!

Three Weeks...

I have been traveling for almost three weeks and so thrilled to be home with Kylie and Brian.  Kylie didn't miss a beat as her Po Po and Gung Gung came down to help out and watch her as well as her Grandma.  We really have mastered the iPad with Skype and I feel like no matter where I am at I can see Kylie.  She would just sigh when she saw me and say Oh Mommy Work.  I sighed too!

Here are some of the things that occured in the last three weeks.

Kylie received this microphone from her Uncle Leo.  As you can tell even though we are  not sure what she is singing she feels that she has a future as a Singer/Song Writer.  Personally I might understand her more than Eminem. 

Kylie also received some awesome Hello Kitty stuff from Jess and Hugo for her birthday.  Kylie also attended the grand opening and got her hair and makeup done! 

 

Here is Kylie just being Kylie - Super Funny!

 

Lastly, yesterday we went to the Pumpkin Patch to make sure we were ready for Halloween!  

Happy Birthday Kylie and Brian

The last seven days have been filled with smiles, laughter, cake and well more cake.  We celebrated Kylie's 3rd Birthday at the Magic Kingdom in Disney World with both sets of Grandparents.  Kylie had an absolute blast!  Kylie is very fortunate to have amazing friends and family help to celebrate her special day.  The Dora Jeep she received from Grandpa and Grandma has been a huge hit and I am pretty sure if we let her she would sleep in it.  

We also celebrated Brian's 36th Birthday this weekend.  Kylie enjoyed singing Happy Birthday Daddy although she insisted on blowing out the candles.  

Thank You to everyone for making both birthdays so memorable.  We are truly blessed to have all of you in our lives!

Kylie, Grandpa and Grandma on the Carousel

Buzz Light year is one of Kylie's favorites!

One of Kylie's favorite rides - Flying Dumbo!  Kylie, Gung Gung and Po Po

Here we go again... This time with Grandma and Mom

Kylie and Grandpa on the Speedway.  I think she is sitting on his lap

Kylie and Mommy on the Speedway!  She is driving notice you don't see her!

Happy 3rd Birthday Kylie!

Let me have my cupcake!

Dora Jeep

Bippity Boppity Boo

A Birthday Bubble Bath!  Where is Kylie??

First Drive

Thanks Aaron for driving me around!

Look Mom no hands!

Daddy's Hamburger Birthday Cake