Hanging out at the zoo with friends

Carrie and I finally got the kids together and we went to the zoo. We had a good time hanging out with our friends. Both Benjamin and Mady really enjoyed looking at the animals; while, Ada was the happiest just sitting in the stroller looking around. She really didn't care if she saw animals or people as long as she got a ride. Our time at the zoo went fast! We all were hungry after all the walking so we went to Wendy's for lunch where Benjamin and Mady shared some french fries.

Push and Pedal

My kids love being outside (which is a good thing because their parents do too). I got these two outside toys at rummage sales a few years ago for Benjamin. He has always enjoyed his little car but has finally graduated to his bike. He has now willingly let Ada play on his little car. She LOVES IT!! Benjamin gave Ada rides in her little car. You can tell that Benjamin is enjoying himself but Ada really did have a good time even though you can't tell it in this picture.

See Ada really did enjoy herself! She kept that smile on her face the whole time while she was riding on that little car.

Pool Time

Both Benjamin and Ada loving taking a bath and going swimming so we have spent some time taking them to the pool. They both love getting in their floaties and chasing each other around! The pool in town has a kiddie pool and a big pool. We have been going to the kiddie pool and both kids just love it! Benjamin and Ada can both climb in and out of the pool so I think we are going to have to try out the "big pool" this weekend.

Admiring Big Brother

Ada loves watching her big brother Benjamin! Her little eyes are transfixed on him and everything that he does (which is not always a good thing!). Ada has learned to climb up onto everything from watching Benjamin. She also watches him play very intently. She watches him so close that she will mimic his play which is so cute! Benjamin has always done sound effects when he plays with his cars, animals, etc. and now Ada does the same thing with a big smile on her face. Don't let this picture fool you, Ada also loves getting in Benjamin's way and taking his toys. Ada really does look up to her big brother and I hope that Benjamin will look out for her as they get older.

I don't want a HAIR CUT!!

Auntie Carrie has always given Benjamin his hair cuts but mommy had to give him his last one. Auntie Carrie did not want Benjamin to "hate" her because he does not like getting his hair cut. Can't you see the excitement in the picture below? Daddy thinks that mommy's first hair cut looks pretty good. I think he is just being nice! I was hoping that Auntie Carrie could fix it and make it look good but she didn't have any time the last time we saw her. I am just hoping that his hair looks decent for Uncle Craig's wedding. I am keeping my fingers crossed that the next hair cut I give him goes better!

She Walks!!

Ada has been creeping along furniture since she was 8 months old. She took her first solo steps when she was 9 months old (almost 10 months) and now she official walks. Okay, she really totters along but she is getting more stable and faster on her feet every day! She is a little stinker though as I keep trying to make a movie of her walking and she will immediately stop and drop to her knees. I know the move is short but I finally caught her walking for a few seconds on film. She thinks she is big stuff when she walks.

Our Goodies...

Benjamin and Ada made Dave and I the cutest Mother's Day and Father's Day presents. I just had to share them. I know, I know it took me a while to get the picture taken and posted so I apologize for that. I love this bag!! This gift was both cute and usable!