Butterflys

As a special trip, Nana took us to the Butterfly Conservatory.

The view was beautiful for Mommy and Nana, but unfortunately, the rest of us thought that the launching butterflies were too stressful, and caused load shrieks, yells, screams, and tears until we left.

One butterfly landed on Nicoles back, and she curled into a ball in fear, until it was gently lifted from her back.

Dead bugs, spiders, and insects in glass cases seemed to be the highlight. Safer, hidden behind glass.

Some of these pictures the kids took!!!

Cold treats!

First Popsicle for Adrian was quite an ordeal!

But he keeps coming back from more!











Everyone loves cool treats!!! Thanks Marilyn!

Playing around in Ontario

We all had a wonderful time! Adrian started trying to stand alone, and would balance for several seconds on his own.













Courtney bought a streamer, good for dancing at the dollar store, and enjoyed a warm sunny afternoon playing outside with it.

















While Courtney danced, Sarah took the chance to enjoy the fresh clear sidewalk to color and experiment with chalk colors.













Our family was invited out to dinner at my brothers house. The kids had a wonderful time playing dress up. Here is Kenny as a cow, and Courtney as a clown!

















On that same sunny day, Nicole and Kenny also enjoyed the chalk, and bug net from the dollar store. The two of them get along so well together!














At Nana Shortts house she has a large toy box full of musical instruments, The children put of a musical concert to show off their talents and love of music.














Kenny in rhythm, Sarah on the recorder, Courtney the xylophone, and Nicole uses a paper roll for a microphone.





After, they all take turns doing a solo. Nicole sings and shows her naturally ability to show off well for the camera and the audience.












Adrian decided he also wants a closer look at this unsual toy with so many colors, and loud noises, to bad he can't quite figure it out right now, give him a few months, and I am sure he will be as loud and crazy as the rest of the kids!
















Nicole is dressed up in a fairy costume she got for Easter. It includes, the wings, and the little crown on her head. Of course, all fairy's have a wand to change people into princes, frogs or whatever takes her fancy.














Sarah looks into the mirror, and poses for a picture, She likes the double image, and any excuse to show off her fairy outfit too!





We have had so much fun!

Family in Ontario

We saw so much family while we were visiting, that it was amazing!

It was also amazing to see all the smiles, and feel those wonderful family hugs!

Family,
Family,
Family.....

What could be more important then that!

Friends in Ontario

We had tons of friends that made it a point to come out and see us while we were out visiting.

More people then we could count.

Kelly woke up early to catch us in Sudbury. It was a quick but great visit!

We also went to play zone. It was great, tons of friends came, and we all played.
Hicks, Lightfoot's, Roberton, Lee's

One sunday the Holley's came and their kids put on a play with our kids. They did a great job, and it was fun to watch!

All around it was wonderful to visit with everyone!