Punta Cana Part 3

I couldn't talk Brett into taking me parasailing! But believe me, I wanted to do it!!!

Last day at the beach.

We had such an amazing time in Punta Cana. It was so relaxing and so beautiful!! They said the beaches were amazing and they didn't lie. And we really enjoyed our stay at the NH Royal Beach. The service was amazing and every moment there was so relaxing and low key. Which is exactly what we wanted and needed.


Goodbye Punta Cana!

Boarding plane in Miami to head back to Chicago. Our vacation is OVER!!!

Accidents happen

TODAY

ONE MONTH AGO

Well we made it through almost 3 1/2 years without any serious accidents that needed major medical attention. But recently we had a close call. Makenna was dancing around the dinner table and for some reason wasn't watching and ran right into it. It cut her just below her right eye and probably could have used one maybe two stitches. But Brett and I decided not to take her to the hospital and try the cheap, less expensive way with butterfly bandaids. Well after about 3 weeks, we are glad we used the bandaids. They worked really well and it's looking like she might not end up with a scar.

New Adventures

We recently purchased new bikes and a bike trailer. Brett and I used to have bikes but they were stolen from our apartment in Westmont right after we moved back from California. Brett and I enjoy the outdoors and love biking. WE have some of our best memories on bike trails in Northern California. Well now our kids are older and more mobile. We are looking forward to starting new advetures on our bikes and memories with our children.

Alexa Walking

Alexa started walking on her 13 month birthday. You forget how cute it is when they start walking. Although a lot changes happen once they start walking like they start reaching for everything on tables and countertops. They start running away from you. They stop being content in a stroller. And they get into way more accidents because they are falling over or walking into things.

She's close to walking!

Happy Easter

We enjoyed Easter Sunday with my family in Peoria. My sister Robin came up from Kansas City. I have to be so thankful that Jesus Christ is a BIG part of my family's life. And it's amazing to celebrate the sacrifice He made for us through His death, and the promise He made through His Resurrection. I am just overjoyed that I get to share that love with my family. We had a small birthday party for Alexa, and of course had to get some pics of the grand kids. Only grand kid not in picture is Drake because he was sleeping in his car seat and we didn't want to disturb him.

Happy 1st Birthday Alexa!

I can't believe our little Alexa is one years old already. I keep thinking the first six months of her life seemed like it took forever and the last six months flew by. People are already asking me when is baby #3 going to come. And let me tell you, NOT anytime soon. I'm in no hurry!!

Alexa had two birthday parties. Double the giant birthday cupcake, and double the fun! One party was at home with just us, and another with my family in Peoria. So you will see a mix of pictures. Alexa enjoyed every minute of it. She is our small, but mighty daughter. She very determined! And I've said this before, but if I could clone her, I would have lots of babies. What a perfect baby she has been. I know a lot of things are going to change once she starts walking. And she is SO CLOSE!! In fact, just today I saw her trying to take steps on her own. We are still waiting her to grow-HAHA!! Alexa you have brought us so much joy and we can see you being the comedian of the family. You already know how to make us laugh and you're a little performer. God definitely blessed our life by bringing you into our family. We LOVE YOU ALEXA!