Snow in March!

 

I know in some places of the world, snow in March is no big deal. But for us in Oklahoma, to have snow at the end of March was a HUGE deal. In fact, it was on the record books. This was actually the day after Austin's birthday party, so now you know why we couldn't go outside!

 

Randy took the kids to go sledding down one of the hills in town. I sent him with the camera and my well-wishes... I was not about to go! I think I've mentioned before how much I hate the cold!

 

The kids all had a lot of fun... at least for the first hour.

 

I love this picture Randy took of Addie. I think you can tell who she takes after! She was ready for a nice warm bath!

Happy 6th Birthday Austin

 

I'm way behind on my blog! Life has been so busy! Austin is now 6 years old! Wow, has time flown. I remember when he was first born and I just couldn't stop kissing those big fat cheeks of his! His cheeks aren't so chubby anymore, but I still like to kiss them! Austin took cupcakes to school for his birthday.

 

Austin had a birthday party this year and around 11 kids came. Here he is getting ready to blow out his candles. Hope your wish comes true, buddy!

 

I don't think he had a favorite gift this year, they were all good! He still loves his Spider-Man guys! I think he's up to about six now, and he plays with all of them!

 

I had planned a scavenger hunt, but the weather turned bad on us so I had to be creative in doing it all indoors! The kids had a lot of fun. They had to go to different areas of the house and do some crazy activity while we took pictures. Special thanks to Julie and Derek, and Kevin and Kelly for helping us with the pictures and with all the kids! Word to the wise, never plan a 3 hour birthday party for 6 year olds at your house if there is a chance for rain! Whew- it was crazy!! But Austin had a blast... and we survived!

Happy St. Patrick's Day

 

Wishing everyone a little Irish luck today!! From the four little leprechauns at the "O'John" home!!

More Pics from Austin's Spring Concert

 

We caught up with a few friends before the concert so I snapped a few pictures. Here is Austin with his friends Logan Vaclaw and Claire Confer.

 

And here is Austin with one of his and Avery's friend, adorable Addison Peck.

 

And of course we had to grab a picture of Austin with his teacher, Mrs. Johnson!

Austin's Kindergarten Spring Concert

This concert was so much fun! The theme was 50's rock n' roll. The Pre-K sang first and then the Kindergarten kids. This song was one of my favorites. They also had a guest singer come and perform with the Kindergarten class but I decided to put this video on because it was the Kindergarten singing. Austin's teacher said he looked like he should have been born in that era... my little John Travolta!

Valentines Day

 

Avery and Austin were both sick for Valentines Day! It was really hard for them to stay home and miss their parties at school. I felt so bad! We tried to make Saturday extra special for them. The kids started the morning with pink donuts and candy- definitely a treat!

 

However, Ashton had her usual bottle and Cheerios!

 

Randy always sends Avery flowers to school, but this year she had some tulips waiting for her when she woke up Saturday morning. She is very excited to plant them in the flowerbed and watch them come back every year.

 

The kids informed me that they would be missing out on cupcakes, so Randy stopped at the store for the ingredients and we made some ourselves.

 

And of course my sweetheart got me roses and took me to dinner and a movie! I love you, Randy! Happy Valentines Day everyone!!

Ashton is crawling!!

Last night I had Ashton on the floor playing with some toys while I was sitting in the recliner watching a movie. All of a sudden, she was next to me playing with my shoes! My first thought was I must have had her closer to me than I realized... so I moved her further away and watched. Sure enough, she pulled herself right back to me. I can't believe she is in the beginning stages of crawling! You're growing up baby!